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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...
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,...
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...
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...
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...
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...
ByadminAugust 11, 2025