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Big rig trucking needs to go green to meet climate goals, but charging is a challenge

by Will Walkey

Aug 28, 2023

Long-haul trucking is a huge part of the economy and has a big carbon footprint. But the vehicles can be costly and the infrastructure sparse.

Richard Summers, a veteran long-haul trucker, tanks up. Many drivers don't think the pieces are yet in place for a transition to electric.

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Truckers split on proposed rule changes

by Meghan McCarty Carino

Aug 19, 2019

The proposal would allow drivers to split up mandatory breaks and extend the workday.

Trucks drive along Interstate Highway 90 in Chicago.

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