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The Truck Driver Shortage: How It Affects Safety and What We Can Do

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The trucking industry is short up to 82,000 drivers. But the real danger isn’t empty trucks — it’s the pressure to fill seats with undertrained drivers. Here’s what the data says and what we can do about it.

Beyond the CDL: What Makes a Professional Driver Safe for Life

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Earning a CDL is just the beginning. Discover the six habits that separate career-long safe drivers from those who just passed the test — and how to recognize the safe drivers in your life.

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