Episode 77 Show Notes

Episode 77 Show Notes  Sat – Nov16

 Over 100 tickets issued yesterday to semi drivers on non-truck routes at Tennessee/North Carolina border

Published: November 15, 2024  ByAshley

The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) is warning truckers that they will face a citation if they’re caught using non-truck routes at the Tennessee/North Carolina border.

On November 15, the NCDOT issued an alert to the trucking community as ongoing Hurricane Helene road closures continue to cause routing trouble for truckers at the border of Tennessee and North Carolina.  

The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) is warning truckers that they will face a citation if they’re caught using non-truck routes at the Tennessee/North Carolina border.

On November 15, the NCDOT issued an alert to the trucking community as ongoing Hurricane Helene road closures continue to cause routing trouble for truckers at the border of Tennessee and North Carolina.

NCDOT shared several photos of crashed or stuck trucks as an additional reminder of why truck drivers should stay off of non-truck routes.

Click here for truck routing information from NCDOT

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How truckers do in a marriage these days?

According to available data, the divorce rate among truck drivers is actually lower than the national average, with some sources stating it around 19.14%, indicating that a truck driver’s marriage can potentially last just as long as any other marriage, with proper communication and effort to manage the challenges of being away from home for extended periods. 

How all the drivers have had one or more of these complaints?

• Some common complaints of truck drivers include:
  
  • Compensation
    Truck drivers may complain about pay rate, inaccurate paychecks, or variable distances and wages.
  • Scheduling
    Truck drivers may complain about poor scheduling or planning that leads to double shifts or gaps in scheduling.
  • Communication
    Truck drivers may complain about slow response by trucking broker or dispatching company.
  • Equipment
    Truck drivers may complain about mechanical breakdown issues with the tractor or trailer, or issues with in-cab equipment.
  • Home time
    Truck drivers may complain about wanting daily home time. 
• Other issues that affect truck drivers include:
  
  • Sleep disorders
    Up to 80% of truck drivers report at least one sleep disorder, which can be caused by irregular sleep schedules. 
• Musculoskeletal injuries
  Truck drivers are often victims of musculoskeletal disorders, such as pain in the neck, shoulder, and lower back. 
• Obesity
  Truck drivers are at risk of obesity due to their sedentary lifestyle and the fast-food culture. 
• Brake failures
  Brake failures are a leading cause of truck accidents. 
• Distracted driving
  Distracted driving is a common cause of truck accidents, and can be caused by activities like eating, texting, or changing the radio. 
• Sleep apnea
  Nearly one-third of truck drivers have sleep apnea, which can increase the risk of drowsy driving crashes. 
• Depression
  Depression is a common mental health issue for truck drivers, often caused by a combination of factors like lack of sleep, extended periods of solitude, and other job stressors.