Trucking Industry News

During the winter months, cold temperatures and unpredictable weather has many companies focusing on truck driving safety.

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the health of the trucking industry is directly correlated to the state of the economy.

Transportation professionals who wish to grow with the companies that employ them may want to consider updating their educational qualifications.

Many commercial vehicle drivers have families who are constantly concerned about their relative's well-being on the road.

Many commercial vehicle operators feel as if they are the targets of discrimination on the road.

ver the past few months, legislators and members of the transportation industry have taken a keen interest in truck driving safety through measures such as CSA 2010.

Experts suggest that the health of the trucking industry is an indicator of the country's economic status.

Truckers who have completed driver safety courses may be more likely to avoid accidents and maintain a clean record.

Truck drivers spend the majority of their time in and around large vehicles, which may emit hazardous fumes and exhaust.

Industry analysts are expecting an uptick in business across the transportation field for the beginning of 2011, Fleet Owner reports.