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Happy Wednesday! Let's start your day off with some fun facts about "trucking”! 🚛 🟢 The history of semi-trucks dates back to the late 19th century. In 1898, a Scottish-American engineer named Alexander Winton invented the first semi-truck. This vehicle was used to transport Winton's company's cars and was a significant improvement over the horse-drawn wagons that were used at the time. 🟢 Truckers Spend 240+ nights away from families each year. Think about all the special moments truckers miss: First baby steps, first field goals, graduations, and of course, major U.S. holidays. (This is why you should thank a trucker.) 🟢 Trucks need about 40 percent more stopping time compared to a car – that means they need about three football fields of room to come to a complete stop at highway speeds. 🟢 1 out of every 14 jobs in the US is created or directly affected by the trucking industry. 🟢 The number of truckers in the U.S. is around 3.5 million.

Take a break from the rush of the season with our short mini-game! 🎉 🚚 Welcome to truck driver bingo! As shipping picks up for the holidays we rely on the hard work of truck drivers more and more for the daily items we enjoy. We've designed this bingo board to provide recognition for the things you do each day to keep our nation moving. Each square represents a common aspect of life as a professional driver. How many will you check off? Share your progress in the comments! #trucking #trucker #trucklife

This is day three of National Truck Driver Appreciation Week. Here is another fact about these professionals we should be thanking them for. Did you know? There are over 3.5 million truck drivers in the United States, and they collectively drive over 300 billion miles each year. Their dedication ensures that our shelves are stocked and our economy keeps moving. Let’s take a moment to appreciate their hard work and sacrifices during National Truck Driver Appreciation Week! #TruckDriverAppreciationWeek #ThankATrucker #TruckDrivers #EssentialWorkers #SupplyChainHeroes #TruckingLife #TruckersRock #NationalTruckDriverAppreciationWeek #SupportTruckers

Many congratulations to Simon who recently celebrated his 25th anniversary at Gregory Group. Simon is a Class 2 driver delivering and collecting pallets. We asked him a bit about his career: Tell us about a memorable moment from your career... The centenary was brilliant when we celebrated the 100th birthday of Gregory Distribution. The Covid pallet backlog also sticks in my mind. It was a real team effort to work through them all and get back on track. How has the industry changed? Compliance, technology, and training have all improved. Things like the arrival of the electric pallet truck made the job much easier and now we're coming into the era of electric vehicles which will be another new chapter. What would you say to someone starting out in a similar role? Take time to understand what the job entails, learn the trade and grow into the industry. It is not up and down motorways, you have a variety of locations to deliver to, which means no day is the same. #WorkAnniversary #OurPeople #Class2Driving #PalletNetworks #DeliveringWinners

What does Kenworth Truck Co. & Scotlynn have in common? Together we are the #TravisKelce & #TaylorSwift power couple. 🚚 🌽 👨 👱♀️ 💍 #Logistics #SupplyChain #Freight #Transportation #Shipping #Warehousing #SupplyChainManagement #LogisticsManagement #LogisticsSolutions

Today, we're saying thanks to truck drivers. They work hard to keep our country moving. Let's celebrate their achievements and show our appreciation. Happy National Truckers Day from your EOS Group family! ❤ #NationalTruckersDay #ThankYouTruckers #DriverAppreciation #TruckersKeepAmericaMoving #EOSGroupFamily #CelebrateTruckers #TruckingCommunity #HardWorkingDrivers #FreightHeroes #TruckingLife #TruckersOfInstagram #LogisticsExperts

Rise and shine, truckers! As you embark on your journey today, know that your unwavering commitment and tireless efforts are the driving force that keeps our world in motion. Your resilience in facing long hours and unpredictable conditions is nothing short of admirable. Remember to prioritize safety and carry on with your heads held high! 🚛💨 #PTAG #Trucking #TruckersRock #KeepOnTruckin"

Since today is National Seatbelt Day, it’s the perfect time to share an important update for the motorcoach industry. On October 23, 2024, Governor Hochul signed NYS S9361/A8557, which requires that all passengers over the age of 8 must wear seatbelts on charter buses in NY. 🏷️ This new law emphasizes the growing focus on passenger safety across the industry. ✅ Ensuring compliance, not only protects passengers, but also strengthens the safety standards that our industry upholds. 🚨 For more details, check out the recent member alert from the Greater Northeast Motorcoach Association here: http://bit.ly/4eLHq8p 📖 Let’s continue to prioritize safety—today and every day! 👇 #NationalSeatbeltDay #PassengerSafety #SeatbeltLaw #LegislativeUpdate #BuckleUp

May be a little older, carrying a little more weight, but the dedication to the industry remains the same. Along with my repertoire of lame jokes. 🤗 #hosaudit #highwaycompliance #roadsideinspections #truckingsafety #csascores #dotconsulting #truckers #trucking

If you’re interested in a small, well-equipped pickup, check out this video. You’ll discover the Maverick’s best features with video’s on-the-road action that makes you want to get behind the wheel! #Ford #FordMaverick #WheelsTV #OnTheRoadVideo