STOP ILLEGAL TRUCKING” CAMPAIGN

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Not long after creating a national outcry against rampant lawlessness in the trucking industry, the Canadian Trucking Association (CTA) has returned with a clear message for Ottawa that “promises don’t protect our roads – dedicated enforcement does.” Stephen Laskowski, president and CEO of CTA,  recently stated:  “we acknowledge and applaud the Government of Canada for taking a major first step by admitting the ‘Driver Inc.’ model is a threat to our economy and our safety and have committed to taking real action.”

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STOP ILLEGAL TRUCKING” CAMPAIGN

Not long after creating a national outcry against rampant lawlessness in the trucking industry, the Canadian Trucking Association (CTA) has returned with a clear message for Ottawa that “promises don’t protect our roads – dedicated enforcement does.” Stephen Laskowski, president and CEO of CTA, recently stated: “we acknowledge and applaud the Government of Canada for taking a major first step by admitting the ‘Driver Inc.’ model is a threat to our economy and our safety and have committed to taking real action.”

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TRUCK JOBS KEEP DISAPPEARING

Trucking jobs are disappearing despite the fact that rates continue to climb. With diesel prices skyrocketing and the feds continuing to take out bad actors in the industry, trucking capacity may continue to get even tighter. Back in March “there were 800 fewer trucking jobs, according to the latest data from the federal government. That continues a slow-but-steady tightening of capacity that began three years ago.Since February 2023, there have been fewer trucking jobs every month except for three. Trucking employment peaked in October 2022 after a surge of motor carriers entered the market in the wake of the pandemic. Quarantine orders caused unusually high consumer demand for products, sending spot rates rapidly upward.”
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“STOP ILLEGAL TRUCKING” CAMPAIGN

Not long after creating a national outcry against rampant lawlessness in the trucking industry, the Canadian Trucking Association (CTA) has returned with a clear message for Ottawa that “promises don’t protect our roads – dedicated enforcement does.” Stephen Laskowski, president and CEO of CTA, recently stated: “we acknowledge and applaud the Government of Canada for taking a major first step by admitting the ‘Driver Inc.’ model is a threat to our economy and our safety and have committed to taking real action.”
Read more…

TRUCK JOBS KEEP DISAPPEARING

Trucking jobs are disappearing despite the fact that rates continue to climb. With diesel prices skyrocketing and the feds continuing to take out bad actors in the industry, trucking capacity may continue to get even tighter. Back in March, “there were 800 fewer trucking jobs, according to the latest data from the federal government. That continues a slow-but-steady tightening of capacity that began three years ago. Since February 2023, there have been fewer trucking jobs every month except for three. Trucking employment peaked in October 2022 after a surge of motor carriers entered the market in the wake of the pandemic. Quarantine orders caused unusually high consumer demand for products, sending spot rates rapidly upward.”
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TECHNOLOGY EFFECTS ON TRUCK DRIVERS

The United States economy is dependent on truckers with their big rigs carrying food, fuel and countless other goods around the nation. But it’s also a tumultuous and tiring job, replete with stress and monotony. With that said, new technology is promising to alter the industry with new driver-assistance features meaning to make the job safer and less demanding.

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USPS LOOKING FOR CLASS A TRUCK DRIVERS

The U.S. Postal Service is putting on free hiring events on November 7 and November 8, for positions in the Goleta, Santa Barbara, and Ventura Counties “to help future employees create their online profile and immediately start applying for postal positions.” As part of its newly minted 10-year transformation and modernization plan, “the Postal Service aims to build a more stable and empowered workforce.”

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FINALISTS FOR ATA DRIVER OF THE YEAR AWARD

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The American Trucking Associations (ATA) will be announcing the five professional truck driver finalists for the 2025 ATA National Driver of the Year Award. The ATA National Driver of the Year Award, sponsored by DMC Insurance, highlights one exceptional professional driver for his or her career-long professional achievements, along with their commitment to excellence and safety on the road.

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