ooida Archives - Truck Drivers USA

OOIDA tour truck operator Marty Ellis reflects on transporting The Wall That Heals and why the journey became one of the most meaningful experiences of his trucking career.

July 9, 2026

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OOIDA’s Marty Ellis Says Hauling the Wall That Heals Was Unlike Any Load He’s Ever Moved

Professional truck drivers haul everything from food and fuel to heavy equipment, but every so often a load carries a different kind of responsibility. ...

Mother’s Day Truck Convoy 2026 details, including registration, requirements, and how the event supports Make-A-Wish fundraising efforts.

April 28, 2026

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Mother’s Day Truck Convoy Drives Major Fundraising Effort for Make-A-Wish

Truck drivers can register and take part in the Mother’s Day Truck Convoy on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at the Manheim Auto Auction in ...

Truckers For Troops is accepting care package requests for deployed service members. Learn what is included, how the program works, and how to request or contribute.

April 16, 2026

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Truckers For Troops Accepting Care Package Requests for Deployed Service Members

Truckers For Troops is accepting care package requests for U.S. military personnel serving overseas. The program sends large shipments filled with essential items and ...

January 14, 2026

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FMCSA Considers Extending Emergency Relief Period for Carriers and Drivers

Federal emergency declarations play a critical role in keeping freight moving during natural disasters, infrastructure failures, and fuel supply disruptions. Now, the Federal Motor ...

Truck drivers are encouraged to attend the Midwest Commercial Vehicle Safety Summit in Kansas City on December 16 and 17. Learn about the sessions, speakers, and registration details for this free event.

December 12, 2025

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Truck Drivers Encouraged to Attend Kansas City Safety Summit This December

Truck drivers spend more time on the road than anyone, which makes their voice essential when decisions about highway safety are being made. Later ...

December 10, 2025

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OOIDA Research Highlights Challenges and Realities for Owner-Operators

The Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) continues to champion the needs of small-business truckers and professional drivers through advocacy, education, and research. For many ...

Truckers For Troops shows how drivers nationwide support U.S. troops and veterans through care packages and donations. Learn how you can participate and make every dollar count.

November 19, 2025

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Truckers For Troops: Every Dollar Makes a Difference

What began as a simple idea with modest expectations has grown into a nationwide movement where truck drivers step up to support troops and ...

Truckers for Troops 2025 is underway! From November 10–16, truck drivers can support U.S. military members and veterans by sending care packages and donating through OOIDA. Learn how to get involved and make a difference this Veterans Day.

November 11, 2025

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Truckers for Troops 2025 Campaign Underway to Support U.S. Military and Veterans

Truck drivers across the country are showing their support for U.S. military members and veterans as the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) launches its ...

OOIDA praises DOT for improving the complaint system for truck drivers, but urges further updates. Learn what changes have been made to the NCCDB and what OOIDA wants next.

November 6, 2025

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OOIDA Responds to DOT Updates: Complaint System Improved but Still Needs Work

The U.S. Department of Transportation is making strides to improve its complaint system for truck drivers, but industry advocates say there is still more ...

Celebrate the newest inductees into the American Trucking and Industry Leader Hall of Fame. Learn how Roy Carver, Lewis Semple Clarke, and Joseph Morten shaped trucking history and continue to inspire drivers across the country.

October 28, 2025

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ATHS Inducts Fifth Class into Trucking Hall of Fame

The American Truck Historical Society has spent more than 50 years keeping the story of trucks and trucking alive, honoring the people and innovations ...