truckers
Truckers are professional drivers who operate heavy goods vehicles to transport freight over land. The term covers long-haul, regional, and local drivers who may work for trucking companies or as owner-operators who own their trucks and contract their services.
Vehicles used by truckers range from straight trucks to tractor-trailers and other heavy-duty rigs. Cargo includes
Regulatory frameworks govern licensing, safety, and hours of service. In the United States, drivers typically hold
Economically, trucking is a central part of freight transport and supply chains, moving a large share of
Technology and trends include telematics, electronic logging devices, route optimization, and evolving developments in vehicle automation.