Scammers have their eyes on truckers

July 3, 2020

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Land Line Now, July 3, 2020.

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Scammers are always trying to make a dishonest buck, and truckers end up being frequent targets. We’ll review some of the scams going after your wallet now.

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I. Today’s news with Terry Scruton

OOIDA says states should have authority over drug and alcohol violations; the U.S. Mexico Canada Agreement is now in effect; and own a piece of the Old West – in New Zealand. It’s today’s news in trucking.


II. Dupree’s new song a tribute to truckers

Jesse James Dupree, lead singer of the band Jackyl, is out with a new song that isn’t just dedicated to truck drivers – it’s about them. We’ll find out what inspired him to write the song, “It Didn’t Fall from the Sky.”


III. Scammers frequently after truckers

Scammers are always trying to make a dishonest buck. And truckers end up being a frequent target. We’ll review some of the scams going after your wallet right now.


IV. Effort to increase insurance still alive

A last-ditch effort to remove an insurance increase from the House version of the highway bill has fallen short. Now, trucking advocates are looking at what’s next.


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Links, email addresses, phone numbers and more information

  • OOIDA has set up an online resource to provide direct access to information needed to operate in the current coronavirus pandemic. Click on the COVID-19 – Facts for Truckers logo on the OOIDA or Land Line Media websites.
  • It’s helpful for our members to keep us apprised of conditions on the roads and any problems they encounter. If you have situations to report call OOIDA at 816-229-5791 or email Questions@OOIDA.com.
  • Starting July 7, Jon Osburn and the Spirit of the American Trucker, will be at the Steen Gronlund Petro in Laramie, Wyo. That’s at Exit 310 on Interstate 80. You can find upcoming Spirit stops here.
  • See what OOIDA’s Business Services Department offers here.
  • It’s never too late to share your views with lawmakers. You can do that on the Fighting for Truckers website or by calling 202-224-3121.