What women truckers can tell us about living and working alone
American long-haul truckers share wisdom from the road on living where you work
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The astronomical price of diesel is making everything more expensive
America runs on diesel. It keeps freight moving, factories humming and farmers planting. But a surge in diesel prices is making everything more expensive.
Truck Stop Caters To Growing Number Of Immigrant Drivers
The number of long-haul truckers in the U.S. has reached an all-time high, and many are immigrants. Some truck stops are adapting to provide drivers a taste of home while on the road.
Facing A Critical Shortage Of Drivers, The Trucking Industry Is Changing
The trucking industry has faced a shortage of drivers for years, but the problem is compounded now with baby boomer retirements, increased freight demands and a high turnover rate.
Athlete-Turned-Trucker Works To Improve Truckers' Health
Once an elite swimmer and a Yale grad, Siphiwe Baleka now coaches 3,000 fellow truckers on the best ways to work out, eat right and stay connected on the road. Drivers say his wellness plan works.
For Long-Haul Drivers, Cheap Gas Means A Sweeter Commute
The plunge in gasoline prices is expected to save the average household about $750 this year. For rural families and others who drive a lot, the savings will likely be even greater.