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America's trucker shortage causing freight fees to rise

Posted at 6:29 PM, Mar 04, 2019
and last updated 2019-03-04 19:29:28-05

AMERICA'S TRUCKER SHORTAGE IS STARTING TO AFFECT YOUR WALLET. — America's trucker shortage is starting to affect your wallet.

Right now, companies are negotiating contracts with drivers for shipping and deliveries.

Some companies, especially fast food restaurants, are offering deals. They're now trying to figure out if they can market those low-cost deals or if they should be charging you more to cover the delivery costs.

Procter and Gamble, which makes a lot of popular soaps and shampoos, says it's possible the higher freight fees will be passed on to shoppers.

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