Why Aren’t More Truckers Fighting for Their Rights in DC? Lewie Pugh Reveals the Truth

Episode notes

In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Lewie Pugh, Executive Vice President of the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA). Join them as they explore: Lewie’s path from trucking in rural Ohio to becoming a voice for truckers in Washington, D.C. The importance of relationships in the trucking industry and how connections helped shape his career His time as an owner-operator and the lessons he learned from running his own trucking business Why he transitioned from trucking to advocacy and the moment he knew it was time to make a bigger impact The role of OOIDA in protecting truckers' rights and why independent operators need representation in Washington Lewie’s perspective on the biggest challenges facing truckers today, from regulations to truck parking issues His message to truckers about the importance of being involved and making their voices heard Lewie Pugh is the Executive Vice President of the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA), advocating for truckers' rights on Capitol Hill.

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