Honoring the Beacon That Shined the Light Every American is about to be treated like a lady—well, like a female truck driver. In 2022, the Center for Public Integrity and Scripps News released a groundbreaking investigation: “Attacked Behind the Wheel.” The report detailed harrowing stories of women recruited into trucking who were sexually assaulted by trainers or co-drivers while corporations and regulators looked the other way. The series not only won a Gracie Award but also spurred a criminal investigation into violent abuses hidden inside the industry’s training pipelines. 👉 Read the original here: Attacked Behind the Wheel – Public Integrity & Scripps News The investigation became a watershed moment, forcing a national audience to confront the uncomfortable truth: the open road carries risks beyond crashes and fatigue. For many women, the greater danger comes from the very people meant to train or mentor them. Shuttered Research: FMCSA Halts Study Midstream In response to...

Hi everyone, I wanted to share a quick update: I’ll be stepping away from the blog for a bit. My plan is to take a month off, though it may end up being a little longer. Either way, this is just a hiatus—not a goodbye. Thank you for reading, sharing, and supporting this space. Your engagement means the world, and I’m looking forward to returning with fresh energy and ideas when the time is right. In the meantime, feel free to revisit past posts, and don’t hesitate to connect with me through LinkedIn if you’d like to stay in touch. See you soon, Val (Handle: Kreepy Kid)

When we design infrastructure, we’re often thinking of concrete, steel, and efficiency. But make no mistake—the backbone of any supply chain isn’t assets, it’s people . And the systems we build today create ripple effects when we shift toward autonomous, electric freight. Let’s unpack how: 🚧 Human-Centered Design Doesn’t Scale to Robots Infrastructure today is rigid , built for trucks to follow predetermined lanes and schedules. But when we introduce autonomous freight , that rigidity becomes tyranny. Robots won’t stop for restrooms, breaks, or community events— humans do. A world where freight runs nonstop means: Constant noise pollution in sensitive zones already overburdened with traffic—further raising stress levels and harming health. Round-the-clock environmental impacts , including emissions (if diesel), dust, and vibrations in communities. And even with electric fleets, silent trucks still move objects, not oxygen —and charging brings new problems. ⚡ Is The Grid Ready? Not...