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Business

'NBC Nightly News' Highlights 'Luxury Big Rigs'

Watch the video clip that aired on 'NBC Nightly News' on Sept. 6 that took a look at the enhancements being made to long-haul trucks in an effort to make life on the road more comfortable for drivers.

September 8, 2015
GovernmentBusiness

Funds for States to Train Drivers Closer to Approval

After more than a decade of temporary extensions, the Workforce Development Act that funnels money to states to train job seekers, including truck drivers, is closer to Congressional approval.

June 30, 2014
Special CoverageBusiness

Driver Shortage Requires Industry Action, Experts Say

LAS VEGAS — The shortage of truck drivers will worsen as the economy recovers and as the federal government adds more regulations, so it is critical the industry retains current drivers and attracts younger ones to the profession, a panel of experts said here Tuesday.

October 9, 2012