A recent article published by Freight Waves says Pennsylvania has closed all rest stops, including access to parking lots due to COVID-19. “This will definitely impact truck drivers who are working their tails off to keep America moving”, said Dean Corbolotti, Sleek Fleet director of shipper engagement. “Think about it, the men and women who haul freight across the US won’t have a safe place to rest and clean up.”
Now more than ever, essentials like food, medical supplies and paper products need to move across the US.This decision is making it more difficult for drivers to perform their already challenging job. Fingers crossed this short-sided move does not force drivers off the road.
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