A Bureau of Labor Statistics report published earlier this year suggests there is no “driver shortage.” Rather, any shortage of labor can be easily solved by increasing wages.
Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao said owner-operators and small-business truckers hoping for flexibility in hours of service should get some good news soon
Four lawmakers introduced the Stop Underrides Act on March 5. S665 and HR1511 would require tractor-trailers to have underride guards on the sides and front.
Chuck Robinson formerly was senior copy editor for a weekly trade publication serving the fresh produce industry. He has served trade publications, horticultural journals and community newspapers for 25 years.
