The drop in the number of people employed in the trucking sector in January begs the question: Is the number of available jobs declining or is the never-ending quest to find enough drivers running into even stronger-than-usual headwinds? In the latest employment report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the number of jobs in the trucking sector […]
AMG Logistics, has quickly become the all around transportation option to rely on in the midwest. Our multifaceted operations model provides local, regional and cross country transportation options for customers moving dry and refrigerated freight in all 48 states. Our mission is to set an example by providing reliable service, strength in consistency and to […]
Know Your Route. Drivers anticipate road closures during hurricanes, tornados, floods and heavy snowstorms. But health emergencies can also re-route commercial traffic away from vulnerable populations or toward truck marshaling yards or alternate delivery locations. For example, a COVID-19 relief load labeled for the hospital shown on your map may actually be intended to arrive […]
COVID-19 has prompted greater concerns for driver safety and sanitation, many drivers worry their companies will not have enough loads for them and pay remains a constant concern. Just over six months in, and 2020 has already been one for the record books. Over several months, the U.S. has been battling a pandemic, an economic […]
For the long-haul truck driver, spending days and weeks away from home is part of the job. Because you might be away from certain comforts that are found at home, the truck stops that drivers choose to visit become very important. Even though they can never replace the comforts of your house, the best truck […]
Trucking is unlike any other job. Truck drivers are the ones fueling America’s retail and grocery stores, delivery after delivery. Though every trucking job is a bit different, here are five unique characteristics of a typical trucking job. Shift flexibility Unlike traditional hourly jobs, truck driving offers greater flexibility. Truck drivers can choose to drive […]
While most passenger vehicle drivers on the road are trying to get ahead of long-haul trucks, truck drivers are taking extra precautions to ensure the safety of everyone on the road. Here are a few things about truck driving that most people don’t realize. Parallel parking a long-haul truck takes serious patience. Parallel parking is […]
Winter brings snow and rain, creating dangerous driving conditions for truck drivers across the country. The following tips can help you stay safe on the road, no matter how bad the weather gets. 1.Watch your speed. Every driver knows that the faster they’re going, the less control they have over their vehicle and the less […]
Sleep apnea is one of the more than 80 different sleep disorders that can be life-threatening if left untreated. ‘Apnea’ is Ancient Greek meaning ‘without breath’, which is at the heart of why this sleep disorder is so deadly. It’s a sleep disorder that affects around 4% of the general population but affects as much […]