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Karl's Transport - the SDAP and should 18-year-olds be able to driver interstate?
In this episode, Lindsey talks with Tim Cordula from Carl's Transport. They discuss the Safe Driver Apprenticeship Pilot Program (SDAP), which allows 18 to 20-year-olds to drive interstate following a comprehensive training and vetting process. The conversation referenced a 2019 study by the Wisconsin Motor Carrier Association, which identified key safety violations among young drivers, underscoring the need for robust driver education and the integration of advanced safety technologies in trucks. With the driver shortage projected to grow by hundreds of thousands, the SDAP seeks to engage a…
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