News, OOIDA
OOIDA lends support in aftermath of Key Bridge collapse
OOIDA has had conversations with agencies to offer any assistance possible regarding the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse in Baltimore.
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Podcast: Feds prepare to take action in wake of bridge collapse
The Francis Scott Key Bridge collapsed after being struck by a container ship. That raises questions and concerns about what’s next.
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Opinion
Local events are frontlines of trucking industry ‘info war’
Events like touch-a-truck are perfect for educating people about trucking issues. Here are some Dos and Don’ts of volunteer advocacy work.
News, State, Tolls
Oklahoma bill would delay planned turnpike extension
An Oklahoma bill approved by House and Senate lawmakers would delay construction of the planned South Extension Turnpike in Cleveland County.
Business, News, Products & Services, Truck Parking
Road rumor: Jacking up the price of parking?
Is a major truck stop chain profiting off the parking crisis? Land Line does some digging following complaints from OOIDA members.
Fuel prices, News, OOIDA
OOIDA Foundation video details importance of a fuel surcharge
Keep your business on track with a fuel surcharge. The OOIDA Foundation has provided pertinent information including an educational video.
News, OOIDA
A break between shows for the OOIDA tour trailer
Marty Ellis took the OOIDA tour trailer the Midwest Pride in Your Ride Truck Show and had a good time. He’s in Brooklyn, Iowa, through Tuesday.
Federal, News, OOIDA
Speed limiter notice flooded by comments from truckers
Thousands of truck drivers and others in the public have already submitted comments on the FMCSA’s notice about speed limiters.
Business, News
Trucking jobs experience largest surge in nearly a decade
The number of trucking jobs skyrocketed in April, but what (if anything) can be gleaned from the latest employment situation report?
News, State
Two Louisiana bills target ticket cameras
Multiple bills in the Louisiana Legislature would change rules that cover the use of automated enforcement cameras to issue traffic tickets.
News, State, Truck Parking
‘Taj Mahal of rest areas’ now open in North Carolina
A new $5 million rest area in North Carolina is being dubbed the “Taj Mahal of rest areas” by developers. The facility adds 30 new truck parking spaces.
Federal, News, OOIDA
OOIDA Foundation outlines concerns over speed limiters
Want to comment on FMCSA’s speed limiter proposal but not sure where to start? The OOIDA Foundation has you covered.