trucker advocacy Archives - Truck Drivers USA

August 11, 2025

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DOT Wants Your Input on the Future of Freight in America

The U.S. Department of Transportation is in the process of updating its National Freight Strategic Plan (NFSP)—and they’re inviting public input to help guide ...

July 25, 2025

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Overnight Truck Parking Zones Approved in NYC Industrial Areas

A new step toward easing the overnight parking struggle for truck drivers is coming out of New York City. The NYC Council has just ...

July 8, 2025

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DOT Reveals Major $275M Grant to Expand Truck Parking

Truck drivers and industry groups have been urging federal officials to prioritize truck parking for years. Now, those efforts are finally yielding results, with ...

May 13, 2025

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OOIDA Proposes DOT Regulatory Reforms to Improve Safety and Reduce Costs: Addressing Regulations in the Trucking Industry

The trucking industry remains one of the most heavily regulated sectors in the United States. However, the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) emphasizes that ...

April 10, 2025

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Five States Address Predatory Towing with Legislative Reforms

Several state legislatures are making strides to protect consumers, including truck drivers, from unjust towing practices. The Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) continues to ...

April 4, 2025

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From Behind the Wheel to the Spotlight: Jay Hosty Becomes a 2025 Citizen Driver

TravelCenters of America revealed the winners of the esteemed 2025 Citizen Driver awards during the 53rd Mid-America Trucking Show, hosted at the Kentucky Expo ...