The American economy has seen better days, but there’s one industry that is still seeking more qualified employees…the trucking industry. And with company-sponsored CDL truck driver training, it’s easier than you think. Imagine, traveling the country, seeing all the sites you’ve always wanted to see, and getting paid well to do it!
Today, many Americans are searching for jobs, but they’re just not that abundant anymore. You either aren’t qualified or don’t have enough training. Well, trucking is different than most careers. There are many truck driving positions open, but CDL training is rather expensive. Many people don’t know this, but you can get someone to pay for your truck driver training!
One company, the trucking industry leader in company-paid CDL training – Driver Solutions, is offering paid training and an entry level truck driving job without any upfront tuition costs. Driver Solutions, along with their network of trucking companies, has made it easy for you to start a new career and become a well-paid professional truck driver. All you have to do is check out the Driver Solutions’ website to see if you qualify. A new career in truck driving just might be down the road!
Last summer, gas and diesel prices hit their highest levels in history - $4.11 for gasoline & $4.84 for diesel. This summer, things have changed a little. Regular gasoline is currently averaging $2.69 a gallon while diesel fuel averages $2.62 per gallon.
There are so many ‘forecasts’ and ‘expert projections’ that the US economic recession is coming to an end, but the trucking industry is still feeling the pinch. In April, truck tonnage hit its lowest level since November 2001, right after the 9/11 terrorist attacks, according to the American Trucking Associations. And carriers and shippers say freight rates continue to drop as a result of weak demand and overcapacity in the trucking industry. Unfortunately, there’s no immediate end in sight.
Confidence among US consumers jumped in May to the highest level in six years, sparking speculation that the economy is on its way to recovery. But at the same time, US retailers are reporting that sales took a dip last month. The increase in consumer confidence just isn’t showing up at the cash register yet.
To help contain costs and remain one of the trucking industry’s largest truckload carriers, Schneider National has decided to cut drivers’ holiday pay and begin instituting week-long unpaid furloughs for all employees, from the office and shop staff to those at the executive levels.
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There seems to be quite the controversy over this subject these days. Some feel we should allow trucks from Mexico to cross our borders with goods. Others, not so much. Those in favor of allowing the trucks to cross feel that this is an opportunity our economy can’t afford to pass up. Those not, on the other hand, believe that opening US roads to Mexico has the potential to further harm our nation. But who’s right?
Facebook, Twitter, MySpace, YouTube…these are just a few ways today’s professional truck drivers stay in touch with family and friends while out on the road. And, they’re all great ways to meet and get to know new people, too!
There are a few industries in this country that thrive during an economic downturn, and the tire retreading business is one of them. It seems that when the economy is in turmoil, more over-the-road truck drivers turn to retreads versus brand new tires. And I know there are many people out there that believe new tires are safer. Well, with the technology that’s available today, statistics show that most retreaded tires are stronger and more dependable than new tires. And believe it or not, but tire retreading is one of the most environmentally friendly industries in history!
This week across the country, many people have been observing National Transportation Week, which this year runs from Sunday May 10th to Saturday May 16th. American Trucking Associations (ATA) has been celebrating this week by bringing trucking industry outreach programs to public events around the country. Its programs, Share the Road and America’s Road Team, are representing the trucking industry at state trucking associations, schools, truck driving championships, and several other events scheduled through Saturday.
The probability that GM will have to file for bankruptcy protection is increasing as the government-imposed deadline draws nearer. And it’s also likely that the company will relocate their headquarters, leaving the Motor City behind. GM CEO, Fritz Henderson, says the company is looking at everything within its business, but “it’s not like we have that queued up at the top of our list”. GM really has a lot on their plate right now and they need to complete these tasks they have on hand quickly. Time is ticking away…
For the first time in over a month, diesel fuel rose to a national average of $2.216 a gallon, while gasoline rose to an average price of $2.24 a gallon. According to the Department of Energy, this is the first time in almost two years that gas has been more expensive than diesel fuel. And as summer approaches, this might be a forecast of prices we’ll see through the season. It is predicted that both gasoline and diesel fuel will average anywhere from $2.23 to $2.27 a gallon, which compared to last summer, is an average of about $1.10 less per gallon. What a relief!
