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Despite a surge in U.S. spending, trucking firms face shutdowns. Can the industry recover from this paradox?
Despite a 4.9% Q3 economic boost in 2023, U.S. truckers struggle. 35,000 new trucking firms closed their doors by Sept. 30.
Matthew James Collins, an Ohio trucker, mirrors the trucking plight. A year ago, he hauled goods for four corporates. Now, only two clients remain. So, what's happening?
What's Driving the Trucking Meltdown?
The Road Ahead
Many believe the only way forward is a significant downsizing in trucking authorities. The current demand can't match the 2021 shopping spree, possibly a once-in-a-lifetime event.
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Today we sat down with Karolina Plecha, a truck driver living in Norway. She shares insights on life on the road, the future of electric vehicles, and what she does to prepare for unpredictable weather conditions.
Is this trucker a criminal or just a hustler trying to stay in the game? It depends on how you look at it.
Nikola Corporation, once valued at $30 billion and hailed as the future of EV trucking, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. The company’s stock plummeted 40% today, marking a staggering 99% decline from its 2020 peak of $1,977 per share to just $0.45.
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