Understanding Women’s Experiences in Trucking

“We’re thrilled to launch this groundbreaking survey focused on the experiences of women in the trucking industry,” said Sarah Rajtik, ATA COO and co-chair of WIM. “While designed to highlight women’s perspectives, we welcome participation from everyone in the industry to help us gain a comprehensive understanding of the challenges and opportunities in trucking. The insights gathered will shed light on key issues, helping us drive meaningful change and create a stronger future for women.”

The survey aims to collect diverse perspectives from trucking professionals at all levels and roles. By gathering this input, WIM seeks to uncover best practices for attracting women to the industry and creating environments that encourage long-term career growth.

A Broad Approach to Meaningful Insights

Open to all non-driving contributors within trucking, regardless of gender, the confidential survey focuses on various critical aspects, including entry points into trucking and pathways fostering career retention. By drawing on a wide range of voices, WIM can develop a clear picture of both the challenges and opportunities affecting women in today’s trucking industry.

Survey responses will play a crucial role in shaping the future of WIM’s initiatives. The data will inform policy recommendations, guide the development of impactful resources, and help establish industry standards tailored to supporting women in trucking.

What’s Next?

The WIM survey closes on April 18, and participants have the added incentive of being entered to win a pair of AirPods, awarded to three randomly selected respondents.

If you’re part of the industry and want to contribute to this change, take the survey here: WIM Survey.

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Interestingly, the economy emerged as the primary concern for carriers, topping the list when considering all survey responses. These findings were revealed at the 2024 American Trucking Associations’ Management Conference and Exhibition held in Nashville. For those interested in the complete survey details, the full report is accessible on ATRI’s website here.

Truck Drivers’ Top 10 Critical Issues:

1. Parking
2. Driver compensation
3. The economy
4. Detention/Delay at customers’ facilities
5. Speed limiters
6. Broker issues
7. ELD mandate
8. Fuel prices
9. Autonomous trucks
10. Driver training standards

The survey results showed notable differences in priorities between company drivers and owner-operators:

• For company drivers, driver compensation led the list, while owner-operators were most concerned about the economy.

• Both groups ranked truck parking as their second most critical issue.

• Company drivers placed detention/delay at customer facilities third, whereas owner-operators ranked broker issues higher.

• Speed limiters were the fourth concern for both groups.

• Lastly, company drivers were concerned about the economy, while owner-operators prioritized fuel prices.

Carriers’ Critical Issues List:

1. The economy
2. Lawsuit abuse reform
3. Driver shortage
4. Insurance cost/availability
5. Driver retention
6. FMCSA’s Compliance, Safety, and Accountability
7. Truck parking
8. Battery electric vehicles
9. Driver distraction
10. Diesel technician shortage

When combining responses from truckers, carriers, and other stakeholders, the top issues were ranked as follows:

1. The economy
2. Truck parking
3. Lawsuit abuse reform
4. Insurance cost/availability
5. Driver compensation
6. Battery electric vehicles
7. FMCSA’s Compliance, Safety, and Accountability
8. Detention/Delay at customers’ facilities
9. Driver shortage
10. Driver distraction

Motor carrier enforcement personnel also contributed to the survey, highlighting their top concerns:

1. Driver distraction
2. Hours of service
3. FMCSA’s Compliance, Safety, and Accountability
4. Driver training standards
5. Marijuana legislation

“Without question, this has been another tough year for the trucking industry,” remarked Gregg Troian, PGT Trucking president. “Our costs continued to climb while freight demand struggled. But each year we can count on ATRI’s analysis to not only quantify the issues, but more importantly, what we can collectively do as an industry to address each.”

ATRI reported that over 3,700 stakeholders participated in the survey, including motor carriers, truck drivers, industry suppliers, driver trainers, and law enforcement personnel. Nearly 45 percent of respondents were motor carrier executives and personnel, with truck drivers making up 31 percent. The comprehensive report also features a ranking of the primary concerns of motor carrier enforcement personnel.

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