Can a TikTok star or autonomous trucks reverse the global shortage of commercial drivers?

Jun 10, 2021

Lorries queue on the M20 motorway as part of Operation Stack following the coronavirus disease

The commercial driving sector is under enormous pressure from multiple sources. Image: REUTERS/Peter Cziborra

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Lack of trained drivers was found to be the main cause of driver shortage in all regions. Image: IRU

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The average US truck driver is male and 48 years of age. Image: US Department of Transportation

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