We’ll look back at the year through the prism of our website, breaking down the five stories that yielded the most clicks in 2023. Also, we’ll talk with a trucker whose actions helped save a victim of human trafficking. And a new research paper says the numbers don’t back up the narrative of a driver shortage. We’ll talk with one of the authors about why that narrative continues to be pushed. Then, two state lawmakers in Oregon are pushing for a one-day special session of the Legislature to reassess the state’s tax collection on large trucks.
10:07 – Trucker honored for actions that saved human trafficking victim
24:49 – Turnover vs. shortage: What the numbers say
39:14 – States eye trucking taxes, road funding
Links, email addresses, phone numbers and more information
- You can learn more about Truckers Against Trafficking at their website.
- Whether for truck parking funding, stopping speed limiters or getting overtime pay for company drivers, get your lawmakers on board with a quick email sent from Fighting For Truckers.
- You can donate to the Truckers For Troops fund all year.
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Top stories of 2023
We’ll look back at the year through the prism of our website, breaking down the five stories that yielded the most clicks in 2023. From left lane rules and speed limit changes to an exemption request and speed limiters, we’ll assess the year that was and the year that will be.
Trucker honored for actions that saved human trafficking victim
Human trafficking is a problem that’s been around for years and that continues to plague society today. However, in recent years, efforts to combat the issue have geared up. And some of the most notable change has been through the efforts of truckers. Today, we’ll talk with a trucker who did his part about how he helped save a victim.
Turnover vs. shortage: What the numbers say
You’ve heard the claims about the trucking industry being tens of thousands of drivers short. But the numbers just don’t back up the narrative. So what’s behind it? Turns out turnover is a cheaper way to do business. That’s the subject of a new research paper. We’re joined by one of its authors, professor Stephen Burks of the University of Minnesota Morris.
States eye trucking taxes, road funding
Two state lawmakers in Oregon are pushing for a one-day special session of the Legislature to reassess the state’s tax collection on large trucks. Meanwhile, the Tennessee Department of Transportation has unveiled a 10-year, $15 billion transportation plan – and that plan includes multiple toll lane projects.
