October 27, 2025
News Desk 23 October 2025, 04:05 PM IST A 21-year-old truck driver of Indian descent has been apprehended in California following a crash influenced by drugs that resulted in three fatalities and four injuries. California: Jashanpreet Singh, a 21-year-old man of Indian origin, has been arrested in connection with a tragic accident on California’s 10 […]
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August 9, 2025
Girl Scouts of Northwestern Great Lakes, in collaboration with Michelin North America, Inc., Paper Transport, and Women in Trucking, is organizing an event to expose Girl Scouts to trucking and STEM careers. (Courtesy: Girl Scouts of Northwestern Great Lakes) Encouraging Young Girls in Trucking Careers DE PERE, Wis. — The “Trucks Are for Girls” initiative […]
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July 6, 2025
Driving Safety Education in Sioux City SIOUX CITY, Iowa (KCAU) — New drivers in Siouxland had an opportunity on Thursday to learn crucial road-sharing practices with semi-trucks. The American Trucking Association visited East High School in Sioux City, teaching young drivers essential safety techniques for maneuvering around large trucks. According to the association, all drivers […]
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May 28, 2025
Summary of Legislation: Last week, Colorado Governor Jared Polis enacted a law permitting individuals as young as 18 to operate commercial vehicles for interstate transportation. However, this change is contingent on federal approval, as current regulations bar 18-21 year-olds from driving Class 8 trucks across state lines. Industry Backing: The trucking sector is in favor […]
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April 6, 2025
Transforming Driving Positions into Career Paths at Walmart The ongoing driver shortage has prompted industry experts to focus on attracting younger individuals, aged 18 to 25, to pursue careers in trucking. A recent report from the American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) details effective strategies for recruiting and maintaining young drivers. Alex Leslie, a research analyst […]
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April 5, 2025
Challenges in Attracting Youth to Trucking The trucking industry is currently facing difficulties in recruiting new talent, particularly among younger individuals. Despite being the obvious target demographic, young people today are often reluctant to consider a career in trucking. Workplace Expectations There are clear reasons for this hesitance. Firstly, workplace expectations must be re-evaluated. It’s […]
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