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Do Self-Driving Trucks Mean Healthier Drivers?
When we think about health, typically the main focus falls on the physical aspect. Yet, the mental side of health is just as important. This is especially true when it comes to truck driving. Truck drivers deal with a lot of stress and isolation which can lead to poor mental health. When you couple…
Truck Driver Health
It comes up every year…but has any progress really been made??? That’s the real, burning question. Is truck driver health still in a crisis situation? MOST Fleet Managers would tell you, “yes.” It’s one thing to feel unhealthy or be carrying some extra weight around. It’s another to see so many drivers forced out of…
Fleet Managers – Could a Driver Health Coach Help?
It’s that time of year again. We’ve talked about it before. Truck driver health. Right NOW is the time to be thinking about it. But don’t just stop at the thinking, consider the DOING as well. A recent transportation industry report shows 21 percent of drivers who left the field in recent years did so…
How Are Truckers Using Technology
At Dickinson Fleet Services, we spend a lot of time studying the latest technology trends in the transportation industry. We’re committed to keeping our readers informed about what’s working and what isn’t. Prior to introducing new technology, it’s important to reflect on how the market is currently responding to what’s already out there. As a…
Getting A Pulse on Driver Health in 2016
If you are a Fleet Manager, the health of your drivers is quickly becoming as important as the health of your trucks. Because, just like when your trucks break down, your drivers breaking down means increased costs for repair. Truck driving is one of the deadliest professions. There’s really no other way to put it. …