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Back to EpisodesGuest: Rebecca Brewster of ATRI on what worries the trucking industry; Prop 22 passes in California and may impact gig deliveries; New logistics numbers show a surge in economic recovery
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In this episode, guest Rebecca Brewster, president and COO of the American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI), shares the findings of her organization's recent study, the 16th Top Industry Issues Report. This report from the trucking industry's research association shows that executives are concerned about driver shortages, insurance rates, parking availability, and more. Listen to find out what issues impact the industry the most.
Prop 22 passed in California on Tuesday. It defines the role of gig drivers, such as those who use their own vehicles to provide rides for Lyft and Uber. But will this also have an impact on gig delivery drivers of parcels and meals?
And new logistics numbers just out show a steady resurgence of transportation in most sectors. What do the latest numbers mean?
Articles and resources mentioned in this episode:
- American Transportation Research Institute
- ATRI's 16th Top Industry Issues Report
- California voters pass Prop 22 in win for employers of gig-economy workers
- Rapid recovery continues in logistics
- Demand for air freight improves in September
- 9th Annual State of Retail Supply Chain Report
- DC VELOCITY's Covid-19 coverage
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