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Truck Driver Workforce Aging: Urgent Call for Diversity

7/19/2025

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The American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) reports an average truck driver age of 47 in 2024, indicating an aging workforce.
The study stresses the urgency of recruiting millennials and Gen Z to replace retiring baby boomers.
Women make up only 8% of truck drivers, presenting a significant recruitment opportunity.
ATRI recommends targeting underrepresented groups and adopting supportive hiring practices to boost workforce diversity.

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Story summary

The American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) reports an average truck driver age of 47 in 2024, indicating an aging workforce.
The study stresses the urgency of recruiting millennials and Gen Z to replace retiring baby boomers.
Women make up only 8% of truck drivers, presenting a significant recruitment opportunity.
ATRI recommends targeting underrepresented groups and adopting supportive hiring practices to boost workforce diversity.