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http://blog.adamnash.com/2013/07/26/goog...teamsters/

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Approximately 5.7 million Americans are licensed as professional drivers, driving everything from delivery vans to tractor-trailers.
Roughly speaking, a full-time driver with benefits will cost $65,000 to $100,000 or more a year.

In 2011, the U.S. trucking industry hauled 67 percent of the total volume of freight transported in the United States. More than 26 million trucks of all classes, including 2.4 million typical Class 8 trucks operated by more than 1.2 million interstate motor carriers. (via American Trucking Association)

Currently, there is a shortage of qualified drivers. Estimated at 20,000+ now, growing to over 100,000 in the next few years. (via American Trucking Association)