Article from Risk and Insurance

Interesting summary article discussing the shortage of drivers contrasted with the increased regulation by the government.
NEW TARIFFS ON TRAILERS, CHASSIS, AND RELATED PARTS FROM CHINA The following excerpt was taken from a recent MTA newsletter giving a “heads” up on some of the cost changes due to recent tariffs imposed. As noted, it looks like it may only affect 38% of the total and may not be a huge factor
National Manufacturing Day One week from this Friday (10.5.18) is designated as National Manufacturing Day. Other than some sectors having problems finding the needed workforce, times are reported good to be in this industry. However, the balance of both fulfilling work force and capital needs in the near term continue to be top-of mind. Partners Funding,