South Carolina Commercial Truck Insurance News: SC Truckers Feel the Strain of COVID-19

Commercial drivers in South Carolina are beginning to feel the strain of the 2020 Coronavirus pandemic. While CDL drivers may be experiencing lighter traffic – and in some cases, lighter loads – closed restaurants and truck stops throughout SC have reduced the opportunities for OTR drivers to get out of the cab and have a hot meal.

South Carolina Commercial Truckers Focus on Health & Hygiene While OTR

Channel 4 News WYFF in Greenville, SC reported that most drivers hadn’t lost jobs or routes due to COVID-19, but they are trying to focus on sanitary practices while on the road. Most drivers are wiping down their cabs often with sanitizing cloths and using alcohol-based hand sanitizers regularly. 

  • WYFF noted that some drivers, like Adnan Mohamed, are living off of whatever snacks they can grab. 
  • They aren’t able to go to a restaurant to relax and recharge, nor can they bring the 18-wheelers through a drive-thru, but they still need to eat. 
  • Tight schedules and panicked demand for groceries, paper products and medical supplies create a sense of urgency among SC drivers who are feeling the pressure. 

Many CDL drivers are also concerned about contracting COVID-19, especially when loading / unloading. “You don’t know who has [Coronavirus] or not,” Mohamed said to Channel 4. “Some of us have to do this job, so we have to do what we have to do to deliver the goods people need.” 

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J.E.B. Insurance Services LLC serves South Carolina’s commercial truck drivers and fleet managers. We hear your stories about life on the road and we understand your concerns. During these unprecedented times, we appreciate the crucial role our commercial drivers play in the supply chains in SC and across the US. Check out our blog for more great commercial trucking insurance topics. Contact us today for a free quote!

David Ott

David Ott