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Trucking by the Numbers: Drivers

Aug. 29, 2019
In this section of Trucking by the Numbers, we focus on drivers. Let’s face it; they are the most critical component to maintain in the industry.

Editor's note: This is the third of a five-part series of Fleet Owner's annual Trucking by the Numbers report. Read the first and second part here. 

In this section of Trucking by the Numbers, we focus on drivers. Let’s face it; they are the most critical component to maintain in the industry. Here you will find information on wages, benefits, numbers of them, safety factors and more. Keeping their best drivers is one of a fleet’s most vital goals. These statistics can help you understand where things are right now.

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Kevin Jones, Editorial Director, Commercial Vehicle Group

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