If you rely on goods being delivered or services requiring commercial vehicles, you might be surprised to learn about a recent change in who can drive them. A new rule is expanding the pool of commercial drivers in the U.S., but not everyone needs to be a resident to qualify.
The U.S. trucking industry is facing a significant driver shortage, and this new rule aims to help fill those critical roles.
The American Trucking Associations (ATA) reported a record shortage of over 80,000 drivers in 2021, projected to worsen to 160,000 by 2030.