The association says the shortage will drive up grocery prices.
The Irish Road Haulage Association is warning the country's Christmas economy will grind to a halt if moves aren't made to secure new drivers.
President of the IRHA, Ger Hyland believes around 4,000 new HGV drivers are needed with three months to go before the festive rush.
The association says the shortage will drive up grocery prices and delay deliveries.
The Laois man ways the sector is crying out for new blood:
Offaly Farmer Loses Faith In Government After Masked Raid
An incident at Seamus Farrell's house in Edenderry took place on July 11th.
OPW Sites Offering Free Admission For Under 18's Next Month
Sites like Clonmacnoise and Emo Court are included in the scheme.
Focus Ireland Highlights Impact Of Child Homelessness
Department of Housing figures for May show 115 children experiencing homelessness in the Midlands.
Tate Extradition Case Sends “Message Of Hope” To Survivors - Domestic Abuse Charity
The two brothers were arrested over new criminal charges.
Laois TD Calls For More Budget Support For Middle-Income Families
Willie Aird says many working families are under growing financial pressure.
Midlands Car Insurance Costs Revealed
Offaly drivers faced the highest premiums in the region.
Truck Overturns On Laois Motorway
It happened on Junction 17 on the M7 in Portlaoise.
Man Left Hospitalised After Workplace Incident In Westmeath
The man was brought to Midlands Regional Hospital Tullamore for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries.
