You Won’t Believe What’s Holding Truckers Back - And How to Fix It!

Episode notes

In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined once again by Lewie Pugh, Executive Vice President of the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA). Join them as they explore: The history and role of OOIDA in protecting truckers’ rights in Washington, D.C. Why truckers need to be more engaged in shaping policies that impact their livelihoods The ongoing challenges of trucking regulations, from speed limiters to electronic logging devices (ELDs) How OOIDA supports truckers in navigating industry changes and government policies The critical importance of understanding operational costs for profitability Why truckers should take advantage of advocacy opportunities and engage with lawmakers Lewie Pugh is the Executive Vice President of the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA), advocating for truckers' rights on Capitol Hill. A former owner-operator, Lewie spent decades behind the wheel before transitioning into advocacy to ensure independent truckers have a voice in Washington.

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