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Reciprocal Tariffs Affecting Trucking
After months of delays, President Trump’s reciprocal tariffs officially hit dozens of importing countries on August 7—changing the game for both international shipping and domestic trucking.
A Push Towards Younger Drivers
🚛 As America’s trucking workforce gets older, the industry is making a bold move toward the next generation. Over the last decade, there’s been a growing push to bring younger drivers behind the wheel.
The US Truck Parking Shortage
Over the last decade, the U.S. truck parking shortage has reached crisis levels — with only one legal spot available for every 11 trucks on the road. What’s causing the shortage — and what’s being done about it?
When To Use FTL or LTL
When it comes to domestic shipping, choosing between FTL (Full Truckload) and LTL (Less-Than-Truckload) can make a huge impact on your budget, timing, and shipment safety.
New Tariffs Affecting Trucking
On July 7, the Trump Administration extended the 90-day pause on reciprocal tariffs—but the new start date is now August 1, and the rates are shifting. Along with international shipping, domestic shipping could soon feel the ripple effect.
ELP Mandate Benefiting Trucking
While some worry the ELP (English Language Proficiency) rule could stall trucking, others see it as a win for the industry. Rolled out by the Trump Administration in June 2025, the mandate requires U.S. truckers to meet specific English standard.