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The History of Truckers Delivering During Hard Times

With the aftermath of Hurricane Ida present in the south and eastern parts of the United States, tractor-trailers full of supplies made the drive all around the country, especially Louisiana, to help out in relief efforts. This was yet another reminder and example of how when times get tough, truckers come through to aid heavily in efforts to stay strong together. It’s the pinnacle of the heart of the American backbone in major events that shaped the country we know today. Our semi-truck repair Michigan professionals discussed times where truckers have shined and why it is important to recognize them next week for National Truck Driver Appreciation Week. 

With COVID-19, truckers were ready at a moment’s notice to complete long trips that provided food, fuel, and medical supplies that kept businesses and citizens protected throughout the peak of the pandemic. As more rollouts of treatments came about, truckers adapted and formulated complex operational changes to allow for everyone to receive these rollouts in a timely manner. 

During war times, America’s truck fleet was completely shifted to carry supplies for our soldiers at home and overseas. Machinery parts, weapons, uniforms, and rations were all able to move freely throughout the country for whoever needed the supplies the most. These kinds of sacrifices and strength exhibited by truckers are seen throughout many parts of the country which makes it so special to the world. 

These examples are not the only examples, but unique ones in the scale and severity of the after-effects. These should remind everyone how grateful we should be for having a strong transportation industry.  There are a lot of industries to be upset with currently which takes away from the ones that should be celebrated. Let this upcoming week be used for that. 

This year’s National Truck Driver Appreciation Week is more important than previous due to the public outcry of our trucking companies regarding retention and resilience. The national driver shortage is putting greater pressure on our current workforce without the support of other entities like policymakers, fellow motorists, shippers, and so forth. Our truckers never backed down from hard times, so we have to be there while they are going through it. 

Rather than just saying thanks, there are things we can do to show thanks as well. As business owners or employees, there are a few ways to show our gratitude towards truckers. First, truckers face the stress of parking the rig if they want to stop somewhere. Many policymakers are trying to flat out outlaw this in certain areas, which adds much more stress to their job. Before receiving a delivery, try to make the process as smooth as possible whether you need to inform them where to park or help guide the trucker into your store. Trucker arrivals and departures should be treated with safety and speed to allow them to get home in a timely manner. Another point is to be mindful of when they come into your place of business. A lot of drivers face long hours which result in very few breaks. It is important to offer your services to them such as bathrooms or rooms without giving them a hard time. These kinds of services are basic needs in some cases or areas where they could really use some slack. 

We hope this helps!