According to Furniture Today, the trucking industry lost more than 11,00 truck driving jobs as of September 2022. This problem needs addressing for drivers to keep up with the demand while reducing the impact of ongoing supply chain issues. Truck… Read More
Archive for the ‘Trucking Industry’ Category
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The Dangers of Truck Overloading
As experienced truckers and transportation industry workers, we know firsthand exactly how big and heavy tractor-trailers and trucks are. While having an experienced driver makes a big difference and ensures that safety is upheld throughout the journey of your cargo,… Read More
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The Importance of Trucker Communications
Living life on the road can be lonesome, but despite the well-known trait of alone time as a part of the trucker life, communication is also a vital part of the job. Truckers communicate with dispatchers and other truckers to… Read More
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The Importance of Truck Drivers
Why are truck drivers so important? Many might overlook the trucking industry in light of today’s many digital jobs, but the country would shut down without this part of our economy. Truck drivers transport many types of goods that you… Read More
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How Truckers Deal with Back Pain
For the most part, truckers must sit all day — which can tend to lead to a lot of back pain over their entire career. Sharp back pain can come up suddenly — at the worst time — like when… Read More
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What Does TWIC Certified Mean?
At Evan Transportation, we serve multiple industries such as manufacturing, warehousing, and wholesaling to help them deliver freight throughout the Mid-Atlantic region. All of our truck drivers have their TWIC certification, which could be a helpful asset when delivering or… Read More
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On Duty, Not Driving for Truckers
A trucker’s job is more than just hauling stuff around behind their cab; a considerable part of his everyday existence centers around being calm, safe, and compliant. Safety is incredibly important because the trucker is not only responsible for his own… Read More
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How Inflation Affects the Trucking Industry
Inflation is everywhere in today’s world. The United States, in particular, is facing inflation in all areas. Ultimately, this phenomenon affects all people and all industries, and today, we are looking at how inflation affects the trucking industry in 2022…. Read More
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OTR vs. Regional vs. Local Trucking
Within the trucking industry, there are so many different types of trucks in use in the industry that most everyday people are not aware of. However, understanding the nuances and differences among OTR (over the road), regional, and local trucking… Read More
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What It Takes to Become a Trucker
Trucking is a tough business, but for the right person, it is great fun and a fulfilling career. Being a trucker involves driving long hours, enjoying plenty of solitude, and adhering to a strict schedule. It also requires significant exposure… Read More