In the United States, truckers form a tight-knit community exceeding three million members. They serve as crucial pillars of the US economy, responsible for transporting 70% of all goods on the country’s roads. Day in and day out, these road warriors navigate the vast expanse of the nation on the freeways, piloting their colossal trucks—steel behemoths capable of hauling loads up to sixty tonnes.
Embedded within this community are unique rituals and traditions. Truckers meticulously care for their trucks, infusing them with personal touches that reflect their individuality. Above all, these modern-day cowboys embody the quintessential American dream, embracing a life defined by freedom, exploration, and boundless landscapes. However, the physical demands of their work, coupled with prolonged separations from family, cast shadows of depression and divorce. Additionally, an increasing burden of government regulations adds to their challenges.
The trucking profession grapples with a recruitment crisis in recent years. To meet growing demand and supply all US stores, the industry aims to enlist one million drivers by 2030. The labor shortage has welcomed new entrants, with a notable surge in the number of women truckers, now constituting over 10% of American truckers. Take Lydia, a 28-year-old mother of two, who shares her experiences as a female trucker on social media, navigating the hurdles of a challenging and often macho profession while striving to maintain a balance with family life.
Amidst these changes, the seasoned veterans persist. Individuals like Gary Jones, specializing in handling oversized convoys, face the daily task of planning and anticipating the growing hazards on the road. Then there’s Tony Justice, a trucker and country singer, who has emerged as the voice of a community deeply rooted in its traditions, resilient and more attached than ever.
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Best documentary ever❤
As a retired truck driver that put in 3.5 million miles with no accidents and who loves trucking and trucks ( obviously I’m sitting here in my retirement watching this documentary lol) I can’t for the life of me understand the mindset of pissing away the kind of money on chrome etc.. that these guys do, yes I spent a lot of $$$ on my equipment but that was on buying the best equipment to get the job done the best power trains for pulling the heavy loads and the creature comforts in suspension and seats so I wouldn’t destroy my back more than the career already does and to make my environment livable. A old timer told me years ago chrome doesn’t make your truck run better and it doesn’t pay the bills. What these guys spend on their flashy custom leather and chrome would have damned near bought another peterbilt/kenworth that I could have bought for someone else to drive and make me even more money. I was in the business to make money to support my family and be able to fund a nice retirement plus I loved it, but I loved my family more and loved providing well for them so they had a beautiful house to live in and I could but my kids through the best schools . I just can’t understand the mindset that says spend $300k on chrome rather than invest in Microsoft, Amazon etc etc, I think they have a ego problem or something for myself I’ll enjoy my healthy retirement and enjoy my family with all the toys I bought just for that purpose
Fantastic documentary! Thank you!
Nice
She looks much better without the make-up
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Only in AMERICA 🇺🇸 WOW ..
Will Uncle Joe Destroy the BIG TRUCKS ?
yee haw
18:30 She's super beautiful without make up. A face to wake up to everyday
For 8 years I have been far away from my family she is only 3 days see close I still appreciate for her efforts
Truckers~ thanks for your service to us. We love and respect your lonely and often hard profession. ❤❤❤❤❤
Every sector has got it's challenge but also a solution to it
Guy with boat got to upgrade tire load even rim size.