Truckers keep the wheels of our economy turning! On average, a truck driver in the U.S. covers 100,000 miles per year, delivering goods across the nation. #NationalTransportationWeek
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Global logistics faces a critical issue – a projected shortage of 160,000 truck drivers by 2030. Contributing factors include high demand, retiring drivers, and a dearth of new entrants. In 2021, the American Trucking Associations disclosed a historic deficit of 80,000 drivers in the U.S. With trucks moving 72% of American freight, this shortage poses a significant threat to operational continuity. IRU's 2023 report underscores the severity, revealing 3 million vacant truck driver positions across 36 countries. Notably, Europe and the United States experienced a slight relief in 2023 due to softer transport demand influenced by factors like inflation. The widening age gap among drivers signals a worsening crisis unless proactive measures are taken. #industryinsights #truckingindustry #trucking
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🚛 The U.S. trucking industry is the backbone of the economy, but like any industry, it’s facing its own set of challenges and opportunities. Here are 3 key trends shaping the future of trucking and logistics in 2024: 1. Driver Shortages – The demand for drivers continues to outpace supply. As an industry, we need to focus on recruiting the next generation of drivers through better pay, training, and working conditions. 2. Supply Chain Optimization – With global disruptions and rising costs, efficient logistics have never been more critical. Leveraging technology like AI and real-time tracking can help companies streamline operations and reduce inefficiencies. 3. Sustainability Initiatives – With new regulations and consumer expectations around sustainability, the shift toward electric and alternative-fuel trucks is gaining momentum. The road to a greener future starts now. 🚚 Trucking moves 72% of America’s freight. What innovations or changes do you think will have the biggest impact on the industry this year? Let’s discuss how we can keep logistics moving efficiently and sustainably. 💡 #Trucking #Logistics #SupplyChain #Innovation #Sustainability #Freight
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So many reports on the economy and the freight recession over the past 18 months. Allot of data and intelligent input and research done being shared with all of us. Trucking companies will continue to shut down, but not at a clip fast enough to make an impact on supply & demand. We hate seeing this, for those companies that have been around and the impact it has on so many lives. Being a guy that started a business with one truck and the blood, sweat and tears it is heartbreaking. Bottom line the only way we are going to get trucking into better shape is by manufacturing to increase here in the US. We need to be highly aware of what we are buying and where it is manufactured. It is time to push the "Made in the USA" theme again. Feel like it has been lost for a few years. We need manufacturing to thrive here in the US. I challenge all of you to look at labels and focus more on our country, people and getting things into better shape for all of us. As trucking goes, so does our economy on a number of levels. USA....USA...USA #madeinamerica #trucking #truckingproz
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📉📈The trucking industry in the USA has witnessed significant fluctuations over its history, reflecting broader economic and technological shifts. Early Growth and Expansion The industry's growth accelerated post-World War I, catalyzed by industrialization and road network expansion. Trucks offered versatility and accessibility, advantages over railroads, especially in reaching remote areas. Golden Era: 1950s-1960s The construction of the Interstate Highway System in the 1950s marked a transformative era for trucking. Facilitating faster, more efficient cross-country transport, this period saw heightened demand for trucking services, mirroring the economic prosperity of the post-war years. Challenges and Deregulation: 1970s-1980s The 1970s presented significant challenges, notably the 1973 oil crisis, which led to skyrocketing fuel costs and economic downturns, heavily impacting the trucking sector. A significant shift occurred with the Motor Carrier Act of 1980, which deregulated the industry, leading to increased competition and reduced shipping costs but also lower barriers to entry. Technological Advancements and Globalization: 1990s-2000s Technological advancements in the late 20th and early 21st centuries revolutionized logistics, improving efficiency in route planning and tracking. However, the era also brought intensified global competition, partly fueled by NAFTA, opening up new markets while also bringing challenges from international players. Recent Years: Economic Fluctuations and New Challenges The 2008 economic recession was a major setback, with a decline in freight volumes and rates. Post-recession, the industry saw growth but faced new issues like driver shortages and stricter regulations. The rise of e-commerce has recently spurred demand, but challenges from environmental regulations and the push towards automation and electric vehicles loom large. As the trucking industry's evolving in the face of new challenges and opportunities, ➡️stay updated with the latest insights and solutions at www.expediteall.com and our social media. #ExpediteAll #STL #SmallTruckNetwork #SmallTruckLoad #shipping #logistics #supplychain #expeditedshipping
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“Truckers are the blood veins of the USA. Literally moving all necessities to the entire body.” Truckers play a crucial role in the US economy, serving as the backbone of the country's transportation infrastructure. They are responsible for moving a vast array of goods and materials, including food, medical supplies, and consumer products, to every corner of the nation. According to the American Trucking Associations, the trucking industry generated almost $800 billion in gross revenue in 2018. In that same year, semi-trucks hauled 11.4 billion tons of goods, accounting for 71.4% of the nation's freight. This includes 67.4% of trade between the US and Canada and 83.5% of trade with Mexico. There are approximately 3.5 million truck drivers in the US, and they transport essential goods to every part of the country. The trucking industry is responsible for the delivery of nearly all consumer goods, from food and clothing to electronics and building materials. Without the trucking industry, the US economy would come to a grinding halt, as businesses and consumers would be unable to access the goods they need. Truckers are the lifeblood of the US economy, ensuring that goods and materials are delivered efficiently and reliably to every corner of the country.
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This #TruckDriverAppreciationWeek we recognize the immeasurable impact truckers have on our lives. While it's hard to fully grasp just how much truck transportation touches our everyday lives, we can start with some simple facts. In 2022: ✅ Truckers transported 72.6% of the nation's freight. ✅ The logistics industry contributed $1.7 trillion dollars to the U.S. economy. ✅ Truckers and other logistics workers make up 6.7% of our total GDP. 🚛 Truckers drove a total of 331 billions miles. For perspective, with an average speed of 50 mph, that’s about 6.6 billion hours of driving! [U.S. DOT Bureau of Transportation Statistics] Truck drivers deliver everything we need for everyday lives, and despite these fun facts, their contribution to the economy is truly immeasurable. So, the next time you go grocery shopping or get a new package in the mail, thank a truck driver! #ThankATrucker #Truckers #TruckDrivers #AlterMarketing #Transportation #commercialtransportation #freighttransportation
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In 2022, the American trucking industry thrived, generating $940.8 billion in revenue and moving 11.46 billion tons of freight. Trucks accounted for 80.7% of the nation's freight bill and played a crucial role in international trade, moving $948 billion worth of goods with Canada and Mexico. The industry employed 8.4 million people, including 3.54 million drivers, with women making up 8.1% of drivers, marking a positive trend towards greater diversity. Together, these factors highlight the industry's vital role in driving economic growth and facilitating the movement of goods across borders. #ATA #truckingindustry #womenintrucking #freight #economicgrowth #semitrucks
ATA American Trucking Trends 2023
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Did You Know? Nearly 3.5 million truck drivers move freight across the country. That means one in every 15 people working in the U.S. is employed in the trucking industry! #DidYouKnow #TruckingIndustry #TruckDrivers #Logistics #FreightTransport #Economy #EssentialWorkers #SupplyChain #Transportation #TruckingLife
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The trucking industry plays a pivotal role in keeping the U.S. economy moving. Did you know that more than 70% of all freight in the United States is transported by truck each year? It's an incredible statistic that underscores the essential role trucks play in the logistics and supply chain network. Even when goods are shipped by rail or sea, they will likely be transported by truck at some point in their journey. This versatility and flexibility are what make trucking the backbone of the U.S. freight industry. Trucks reach areas that other modes of transport cannot, providing the crucial last-mile delivery to businesses and consumers alike. At LV Logistics, we understand the importance of trucking and work to ensure that our fleet operates efficiently, safely, and sustainably. Our commitment to supporting the trucking industry is part of our broader mission to keep supply chains running smoothly and goods flowing to where they are needed most. Here's to all the dedicated truck drivers and logistics professionals who make it possible! 🚚💪 #TruckingIndustry #Logistics #SupplyChain #Freight
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Continuing the primary market resources discussion. "How did I know?" That question has multiple parts: ➡ How did I know what was going to happen? ➡ How did I know when it was going happen (if it was going to happen at all)? ➡ How did I know that it had started happening? (We'll focus on this as this is the point where mitigation plans drafted have to become mitigation plans in action.) Two areas of the economy provide strong indications for manufacturing as to shifts in the actual value chain condition: Shipping (particularly truck) and packaging. Remember, most B2B manufacturing eventually ends up in consumer/retail value chain, and the forecast signals flow backwards, Most B2B manufacturing customers (also manufacturers) have little incentive to alert you to lower demand while waiting for current PO's to deliver. This video is another source at ground level providing useful details on the trucking market with the emphasis on the owner/operator perspective. This is important as owner/operators tend to cover the the "float" above the base trucking demand covered by shipper owned fleets and the larger network carriers. The market has become crushed since the peak and over supply during the post COVID surge. 🎆 An interesting point in this video: "Large imports" coming into the West Coast transporting into the US via rail. These imports are the material dumping into the US in competition with domestic manufacturers because of the poor typical Asia export options, excessive inventories, and the banking situations in China and Japan. A verification for those manufacturers that some of the domestic demand is being lost to low cost imports. https://lnkd.in/gYDdsEQn #USEconomy #Market #B2B #B2Bmanufacturing #macroeconomics #fractionalmangement #materials #chemicals #paper #packaging #fractionalexecutive #shipping #trucking
Shippers Might Be Taking Over Trucking: Will The Market Ever Get Better?
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