25 Things Truckers Used to Do in 1970s That Are Now Career-Ending

Long haul trucker practices from 1970 would end a career today. We contrast historical norms with modern regulations and safety standards. This video examines the shift in the trucking industry by reviewing how daily operations have evolved over the last five decades. We compare the simplicity of paper logbooks to today's electronic systems and discuss the absence of federal mandates like commercial driver's licenses, drug testing, and alcohol screenings that are now standard. By analyzing these past behaviors, we gain insight into why the profession underwent such drastic changes. We look closely at various truck components and safety scenarios that were once commonplace but are now prohibited. Understanding the history of trucking regulations provides a unique perspective on how the industry moved from lax supervision to the era of strict compliance and real-time monitoring. This transition highlights the evolution of professional standards and corporate accountability within the transport sector. Subscribe for weekly industry history breakdowns, and comment below which 1970s trucking practice surprised you the most.