The Truckers Christmas group, an organization that helps to raise funds for truck drivers and their families in the United States and Canada for the holiday season, has begun its annual fundraising campaign. Since 2008, The Truckers Christmas Group has raised $150,000 and helped 244 families in need thanks to its sponsors and donations received.”  Anonymous nominations can be made through December 17.  Read more

After a week-long trial in Chicago, BNSF Railway Co. has been ordered to pay out hundreds of millions of dollars to truck drivers following a class action lawsuit alleging that the company violated Illinois privacy laws.     Read more...

Due to the fact that many people are averse to stuffy, nine-to-five office jobs, many are drawn to the truck driving industry when choosing a career. But how much can one actually make as a truck driver? Though salaries will vary depending on many factors, “according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, truck drivers’ annual mean wage in 2021 was $52,240 with full-time employment – but depending on the employer and role, truck driver salaries can be over $200,000 per year.” When you add to that the flexibility of hours and appeal of apprenticeships in lieu of expensive schooling, it’s easy to understand why truck drivers are one of the most in-demand jobs in the country.   Read more…