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In light of these troubling discoveries, the trucking industry is making strides toward increasing safety. Many corporate-owned trucks now come fitted with tracking devices, but challenges persist. Independent truckers, who make up a substantial portion of the industry, are less regulated, complicating efforts to monitor all drivers.
Moving Forward
The threat of homicidal truck drivers on American highways is real and often overlooked. As George Knapp concludes, understanding the scope of this issue necessitates a community-wide response involving vigilance, education, and collaboration between law enforcement and trucking organizations to ensure safer roads for everyone.