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The late Jobie Vaden, known as the Arkansas Motormouth, was featured in “On the Boulevard.”Lynn Adler When Lynn Adler and her four Optic Nerve video colleagues traveled across the country in the late 1970s to interview truck drivers, they were not well-versed in the daily challenges of long-haul trucking. However, after more than six weeks of engaging with drivers in various settings, including truck stops and at their homes, they gained valuable insights. During their journey, they discovered that the trucking lifestyle could be quite unhealthy, largely due to the food available at truck stops. Adler commented on how sometimes…

Overview of Transportation Insurance Transportation insurance provides protection for the insured’s assets during their movement from one location to another. It is essential for companies to consider various types of insurance when developing their risk management strategies. Types of Insurance to Consider When creating a comprehensive risk management plan, here are some critical insurance options that companies should assess: Cyber Insurance Cyber insurance is designed to cover losses incurred due to cyberattacks. The benefits and conditions of this coverage can vary significantly based on the specific policy chosen. General Liability Insurance This type of insurance safeguards against claims of property…

A trucking company based in New Mexico is seeking a federal court’s intervention to overturn the Department of Labor’s (DOL) new rule on independent contractors that was implemented in March. Colt & Joe Trucking, located in Albuquerque, has submitted a motion for summary judgment in a federal court in New Mexico, challenging the DOL’s criteria for classifying workers as independent contractors. The company aims for the court to annul the recently introduced definitions surrounding independent contractor status. This lawsuit represents the second challenge against the new rule from a trucking company, following a similar legal action launched earlier this year…

Understanding Turnover in Trucking Turnover figures are not a reliable measure of individuals leaving the trucking industry; instead, they reflect drivers switching between different carriers. This metric is more indicative of mobility within the industry—showing churn rather than attrition. While retirements and departures make up a small fraction of turnover, they are not the primary focus of this statistic. Factors Driving Driver Movement So, what drives the frequent movement of drivers between fleets? Two key factors are particularly influential: 1) demand and 2) opportunity. The Labor Market Landscape The trucking sector is currently experiencing a tight labor market due to…

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Trucker Diablo Unveils New Single ‘Rock Kids Of The 80s’ Trucker Diablo has launched their exciting new single, “Rock Kids Of The 80s,” on March 5th. Be sure to watch the accompanying video below. Upcoming Album Details The new album, titled ‘Tail End of a Hurricane,’ is set to be released on May 7, 2021, and will be preceded by the upbeat single, “Rock Kids of the 80s,” which debuted on March 5. This track was recorded in late 2019 with the intention of releasing the album in early 2020, but as we all know, circumstances changed drastically. Live Performance…

Staffing Shortages and Insurance Costs Trucking companies are grappling with extensive staffing shortages while simultaneously facing financial hurdles in hiring new candidates due to the increased costs of insuring them. Praise for On-the-Job Training Jamie Mullens, an owner-operator at Keltic Transportation in Moncton, mentioned in a recent interview that her company can afford to hire new drivers at a manageable insurance rate, unlike many others. “Most companies I hear about won’t even consider hiring newbies unless they have two years of experience,” she stated. Challenges for New Drivers Mullens highlighted that while her company provides on-the-job training, many others find…

Trucking Industry Fights New EPA Emission Regulations Current concerns about the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) new emissions regulations are at the forefront for many trucking executives. The Biden administration finalized stringent federal emissions standards for heavy-duty vehicles in April, and most in the trucking sector believe that these rules may severely impact smaller trucking businesses and independent operators due to rising costs for equipment and maintenance. Zero-Emission Vehicle Requirements The EPA has emphasized the necessity for a broad adoption of zero-emission vehicles (ZEV) across the nation’s heavy-duty vehicle fleet to comply with its stringent emissions targets. Specifically, more than 40%…

President Biden Advocates for Trucking Industry Growth WASHINGTON — On Monday, President Joe Biden emphasized the progress made in the trucking industry since he assumed office. He stated that his administration aims to eliminate barriers in the sector to enhance U.S. supply chains. Record Job Growth in Trucking Biden announced that last year marked the highest level of job growth in the trucking sector since 1994, with growth continuing into early 2022 after the administration’s initiative to increase trucking employment was introduced in December. He noted that the U.S. experienced its best three-month period for long-haul trucking hiring since the…

The “World’s Hottest Truck Driver” Reveals Her Impressive Salary A FIFO (Fly-In Fly-Out) worker, known as the “world’s hottest truck driver,” has disclosed her remarkable six-figure salary, which she attributes to enabling her to enjoy her “best life.” A Day in the Life of Ashlea Based in Perth, Ashlea shared insights into her hectic lifestyle while working in the remote mines of Western Australia. She operates as a dump truck driver and follows a schedule of 14 days on and 14 days off, starting her long shifts at 4 AM and laboring for 12 hours in intense heat. Financial Success…