How many miles can a local truck driver drive a day? Local truck drivers typically cover shorter distances compared to long-haul drivers, usually ranging from 100 to 300 miles per day. Their daily mileage can vary based on factors such as traffic conditions, number of stops, and local ...
Truck drivers are the unsung heroes of the American economy. They play a role in our everyday lives as they keep American communities supplied.
In July 2022, the U.S. House Transportation and Infrastructure Committeeapproved legislation designed to increase parking access for truck drivers nationwide. If passed, theTruck Parking Safety Improvement Actwill provide $755 million in competitive grants over four years (2023-2026) to expand truck p...
Jason Miller shares his insights on the truck driver shortage and offers recommendations for what shippers can do to obtain capacity and plan for the coming months.
“[Drivers] can and do make six-figure salaries,” Fielkow said. "We have specialized drivers that consistently make six figures, year in and year out.” Fielkow noted pay conditions are improving for truck drivers as companies switch to hourly rates, instead of paying on the basis of miles...
organization American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) on April 17, 2013. The survey was conducted to analyze the use of navigation system in the commercial motor vehicle industry and how the drivers are using this system. According to the survey, 54 percent truck drivers use the ...
Work-Life Balance for Truck Drivers Truck drivers often have to work long hours. They must also deal with the stress of driving in traffic and hazardous conditions. This can make it difficult for them to have a good work-life balance. To combat this, many truck drivers take advantage of...
Census Bureau, 91.6% of households own at least one car, truck, or SUV, and more than half have two or more. American drivers spend 93 billion hours behind the wheel each year, so it’s no surprise that gasoline is one of the biggest recurring household expenses. In late November 2024...
In order to be a safe truck driver, these are the things we should be doing: 1.Observe carefully when driving Now many people like to use umbrellas or some clothes for shade, which may distract drivers’ attention. When turn a corner or overtake, the drivers must observe carefully first....