The ripple effects of the pandemic continue to be felt in the trucking industry. Two new reports are a reminder of that. One shows a decline in the number of traffic fatalities, while another shows a drop in the number of trucking jobs. Plus, Pilot Flying J is spending the month of September giving thanks to professional drivers. An OOIDA member celebrates 3 million safe driving miles. And a ballot measure in the state of Washington will decide whether stricter emissions regulations remain in place.

0:00 – Traffic fatalities and trucking jobs both decline

10:17 – Pilot Flying J giving thanks to truckers; 3 million safe mile driver

25:00 – Initiative 2117 in Washington state