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A bill that would guarantee truckers on their routes have access to restrooms was recently introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives.

The final report compiled from input received from the Women of Trucking Advisory Board included improving safety and eradicating harassment as key areas of focus.

Many trucking companies offer mentorship programs for new drivers to help them navigate all the nuances of the trucking lifestyle that aren’t taught in a formal CDL training course.

The American Transportation Research Institute launched a survey seeking responses from both male and female drivers on barriers women face in pursuing driving careers. 

An advisory board focused on women entering the trucking workforce is among recruitment programs meant to tackle a driver shortage industrywide, FMCSA said recently.

The American Transportation Research Institute has initiated new research focused on female truck drivers and how more can be brought into the industry.

AUSTIN, Texas — Trucker Path is enhancing its transportation network app to help women find safe truck stops in a partnership with American Trucking Associations’ Women In Motion group.

This ebook will help fleet managers develop a strategic plan to attract, hire, and retain quality drivers, covering: - Factors contributing to the driver shortage - Costs of hiring new drivers - Best practices for recruiting and retaining drivers - Creating a strong company culture - Top technologies and tools

A new report and survey conducted by the Women In Trucking Association showed that most women regard the industry as safe, but many report they have been the recipients of verbally offensive comments, verbal threats and abuse in recent years.

A group of lawmakers has reintroduced legislation that aims to support women entering the trucking industry.