The Owner Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) Foundation is eager to gather insights from its members on two critical issues prevalent in the trucking industry today: detention time and freight rates.
In the coming week, the Foundation will dispatch surveys on detention time and freight rates via email, seeking your valuable input.
Keep an eye on your inbox, and be sure to check your spam or junk folders for these Foundation surveys sent out on Friday, Dec. 1. Each survey is expected to take approximately 10 to 20 minutes to complete.
The surveys will cover various aspects, including your type of operation, business model, equipment, freight, location, hours of service, use of load boards, and operational costs, among other key areas.
The deadline for submitting the surveys is Dec. 31.
The Foundation underscores that unpaid detention time not only poses a financial burden but also adversely affects safety within the industry. Lawmakers and government agencies have directly approached OOIDA, expressing interest in understanding the impacts of detention time on the trucking sector.
By participating in this survey, you contribute valuable information that the Foundation can present to government officials, shedding light on the escalating detention time issue. The survey results will aid in proposing effective solutions to address this problem.
The Foundation stresses the significance of obtaining input from individuals across the trucking industry to provide comprehensive insights into the current state of the freight market.
While the Foundation issues its market updates monthly and quarterly, most surveys targeting large carriers dominate discussions on current economic conditions in trucking. However, the Foundation seeks your views and experiences regarding freight rates to ensure a representative understanding of the entire trucking industry.
Your participation in these surveys empowers the OOIDA Foundation to advocate for the industry and address the challenges faced by its members. Use your voice!
Source: Land Line
