Admit it, you have probably been frustrated on the freeway before, as you try and speed somewhere, when a big rig truck ends up in front of you and you just can’t seem to find a good opportunity to pass. Well before the next time you rush by, remind yourself how important the safety of these trucks and their drivers are in the US economy. The below infographic details out a lot of facts about this often overlooked industry:

Source: 2290 Tax