Driver Shortage Video
The for-hire trucking industry is facing a shortage of drivers. Despite the national unemployment rate being under 5%, the industry struggles to find enough qualified drivers. The shortage stood at roughly 48,000 in 2015 due to a multitude of reasons, including demographic, regulatory, and the fact that drivers are away from home for a period of time, among other factors.
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