The Most Controversial Change in Trucking That No One’s Ready For

by TRUCKERS VA
(UNITED STATES)

Introduction

If you thought trucking was just about driving, think again—because the industry is about to change forever, and not everyone’s going to like it.

🚛 Self-driving trucks.
💰 Pay-per-load scams.
⚠ ELD surveillance overreach.

But the most controversial topic? The push to eliminate the owner-operator model altogether.

Yep. If mega-carriers and lawmakers have their way, independent trucking could become a thing of the past. Sound like a conspiracy? Let’s break it down.

Key Points – What’s Happening?
🚛 The War on Owner-Operators
Trucking companies and lawmakers have been making it harder and harder to be an independent driver. How?

California’s AB5 law: If enforced nationwide, it could classify owner-operators as employees, effectively killing the independent contractor model.
Insurance hikes: Some states are pushing for owner-operators to carry higher insurance minimums, making it harder for small businesses to survive.
Shady broker practices: Many brokers hide rates, take