On July 11, the China Federation of Logistics & Purchasing released the “2025 Survey Report on the Employment Status of Truck Drivers.” According to the report, with the deep integration of the digital economy and the road freight industry, digital freight platforms have become a crucial channel for truck drivers to find cargo.
The survey shows that nearly 60% of drivers rely on digital freight platforms to source cargo, with the proportion of platform-sourced cargo steadily increasing. Over 70% of drivers believe the primary advantage of digital freight platforms lies in the convenience of finding cargo, which is the platform’s biggest strength and has grown compared to the previous year.
More than 80% of drivers are now enrolled in various social insurance programs, with coverage rates steadily rising. The employment fundamentals for truck drivers remain largely consistent with last year, indicating relatively high occupational stability. Nearly 70% of truck drivers have been in the industry for over 11 years.
Additionally, the survey data reveals that truck drivers believe the most critical service digital freight platforms should enhance is freight payment protection. Experts suggest that the next steps should involve further improving freight payment safeguards, establishing a fair market pricing mechanism, and strengthening the standardized governance of digital freight platforms.
Hu Dajian, Vice President of the China Federation of Logistics & Purchasing, stated that they are researching and developing standard contracts for the road freight industry, accelerating the study and release of industry price indices, and reinforcing fair price guidance. At the same time, efforts will be made to promote the construction of industry standard systems, leveraging the collective strength of industry organizations, trade unions, businesses, platforms, and other stakeholders to prevent “cutthroat” competition and foster a governance framework that benefits all parties.
Furthermore, according to the survey report, under the promotion of the Ministry of Transport and the All-China Federation of Trade Unions, over 2,800 “Driver Homes” have been established nationwide to date, providing truck drivers with basic services such as parking, rest areas, dining, and showers. More than a quarter of drivers have already used these facilities, with highway service areas being the most frequented locations.
