Trucking Jobs, Diesel Prices and Driver Perks | Industry Updates #EPISODE72

In this episode of the Rig on Wheels show, host Kameel E. Gaines is joined by the VP of recruiting from Messilla Valley Transportation as they gear up for Thanksgiving. The team discusses the excitement around the holiday and the upcoming driver appreciation events. They dive into current job opportunities in the trucking industry, share valuable driver tips, and cover the recent downgrade regarding the driver's license mandate from the FMCSA. Additionally, they highlight the positive trend in diesel prices, noting a decrease to $3.49 per gallon and the expectation that gasoline prices may fall below $3 ahead of Thanksgiving. Tune in for insights, recruitment tips, and a celebration of the trucking community!

[00:02:22] Diesel prices trending down.

[00:06:53] Trucking industry optimism.

[00:12:52] Substantive change in diversity efforts.

[00:14:18] Individual impact on DEI change.

[00:20:21] Libertarian leanings in politics.

[00:22:10] Division 210 opportunities.

[00:27:16] Robust division growth opportunities.

[00:30:41] Dedicated lanes versus dedicated accounts.

[00:35:08] Dedicated driving opportunities.

[00:40:10] Thanksgiving-themed driver appreciation event.

[00:43:14] Fuel economy competition excitement.

[00:49:11] Transparency in driver licensing.

[00:52:25] Drug testing compliance in trucking.

[00:57:44] Comfort in the International LT.

[00:59:39] Investing in equipment and people.