Trucking's uneasy relationship with new tech

The trucking industry is evolving with the rise of digital platforms like Uber Freight in Canada and Freightera in Vancouver, enabling truckers to find work more efficiently but leading to concerns about falling wages and rising fuel costs. While these platforms offer flexibility and transparency, labor unions like Teamsters Canada raise concerns about the impact of 'Uberising' the sector on wages and worker protections. The shift to digital trucking services is also seen globally, with Kenya adopting new technologies to optimize freight management and reduce empty truck trips, potentially cutting down on fuel consumption and carbon emissions in the industry.