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Truck Driver Appreciation Deals, Giveaways and Events Available This September
National Truck Driver Appreciation Week is underway, and several trucking organizations and travel center chains are marking the week with discounts, giveaways, and...
EPA Seeks Public Input on Proposed Changes to 2027 Truck Emissions Rule
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is seeking public feedback on proposed revisions to its 2023 heavy-duty truck emissions rule, allowing truck drivers,...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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....
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...
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...
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...
