Will Self-Driving Trucks Make Trucking Jobs Easier
                     Will Self-Driving Trucks Make Trucking 
Jobs  Easier?
The trucking industry is changing, not just because of self-driving freight 
trucks. As the  economy grows, so does the demand for goods.
And that means more and more cargo is being transported across the country 
— and  around the world. Trucking companies are expected to hire an 
unprecedented number of  drivers this year. That’s good news for people who 
want a job in trucking! But how will new  technology like self-driving trucks 
affect your ability to land one?
What Are Self-Driving Trucks?
Self-driving trucks are trucks with some level of automation. They can operate 
on highways  but require a human operator for off-highway driving, such as 
going through construction
zones and urban areas.
There are various levels of autonomy for self-driving trucks ranging from 1 to 
5, but only  levels 1 and 2 are legal for US roads.
Level 1 automation means that the vehicle can provide steering assistance or 
braking and  acceleration assistance, while level 2 applies to trucks with 
advanced driving assistance  systems (ADAS) with the ability to take over 
steering, acceleration, and breaking in specific  scenarios.
At the time being, only lower-level automation trucks are available; however, 
it’s worth  mentioning that you can expect more as companies continue their 
research into this field.
How Will Self-Driving Trucks Affect Truck Drivers?
As automated trucking continues to develop, truckers may feel like they will 
be replaced.  However, all levels of self-driving trucks need to be supervised 
by an experienced human  truck driver. The skills required for a professional 
driver are not easily gained, and the  training is extensive. In addition to 
driving expertise, drivers need good decision-making
skills to ensure safe operations.
Self-driving trucks are being developed for use on highways at low speeds, but 
this doesn’t  mean that once on the road, these vehicles will make better 
decisions than humans. In fact,  human drivers have an advantage over 
automated systems because they can react quickly  if something goes wrong 
with their vehicle or if other cars on the road are driving  dangerously.
Trucking is the backbone of our economy, and truckers shouldn’t feel like they’ll 
be replaced  anytime soon because the skills and experience gained as a 
professional truck
driver outweigh driving automation by leaps and bounds!
How Self-Driving Trucks Can Make Truck Driving Easier
It’s no secret that driving trucks can be a stressful job. With long hours and 
tight  deadlines, truck drivers often have to adhere to strict schedules that 
can take a toll on
even the most seasoned professional. As such, the risk of accidents increases 
because of  driver fatigue or other factors like road conditions and weather.
Since self-driving trucks are designed for safety and assistance, they can 
potentially reduce  the number of accidents and unsafe conditions on the road, 
making driving less stressful.
Technologies like adaptive cruise control and break assistance enable a 
better driving  experience for the driver.
While the technology of self-driving trucks is expected to advance in the 
coming decades,  it’s important to remember that even fully autonomous 
trucks require experienced human  operators who are alert, engaged, and 
prepared to take control at any time.
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environment that enables each of our Warriors to achieve their fullest 
potential. We  understand the value truck drivers bring to the American 
economy, so we ensure all our  team members have the tools and resources 
they need for success. From rigorous safety  training and competitive benefits 
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