00:00Today, a major development in California's trucking industry.
00:04Epic Lightning Fast Service LLC, based in San Diego,
00:08will shut down its operations at the end of October,
00:10laying off 116 employees, including dispatchers, administrative staff, and delivery drivers.
00:17The company filed a warn notice on September 1st,
00:20indicating the closure is due to challenging industry market conditions.
00:24This follows Fresno's TGS Transportation,
00:26which closed after 40 years in business due to similar economic pressures.
00:31Epic Lightning Fast Service operated 59 power units hauling interstate general freight.
00:36This closure highlights ongoing struggles in the trucking sector amid tough market conditions.
00:42For drivers and industry stakeholders, staying informed and adaptable remains critical.
00:47We will continue to monitor these industry shifts.
00:50Stay safe out there and keep tuning in for the latest updates on freight and trucking.
00:54Drive safely and stay ahead of the curve.
