Truckers Use Phone Calls to Combat Loneliness and Stress on the Road
Truck drivers, like Gurinderjit Singh, are increasingly using long phone calls to cope with the isolation and stress of their profession. Singh, who spends up to eight hours a day on the phone, describes these calls as a 'call of empathy' that provides positive energy and helps maintain alertness. This practice is common among truckers who face long hours alone in their vehicles. The calls create a sense of community and help manage mental health challenges associated with the job. Despite the benefits, drivers must comply with laws against handling phones while driving, using hands-free devices instead. 
