Truckers say the U.S. must challenge Mexico’s tariff bullying
February 23, 2010 by Truckdrivernews · Leave a Comment
Almost one year after their implementation, U.S. trade officials have yet to question the legitimacy of politically targeted tariffs levied by Mexico on U.S. exports.
The Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) is calling upon the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative to immediately challenge the legality of the tariffs so that the debate regarding cross-border trucking with Mexico can [...]
Truckers for Troops – 2009
December 8, 2009 by Truckdrivernews · Leave a Comment
(Grain Valley, Mo., Dec. 7, 2009) – The Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) is again working to show appreciation to those who serve our country. The third Truckers for Troops campaign Dec. 7-11, 2009, raises funds to send care packages to military men and women stationed in combat areas overseas, especially Iraq and Afghanistan.
During that week, 10 [...]
GPS mandate would unfairly punish law-abiding truckers
October 16, 2009 by Truckdrivernews · 1 Comment
New York should instead review safety of bridges and training
(Grain Valley, Mo., Oct. 15, 2009) – The Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) believes the enhanced GPS mandate for truckers proposed in New York unfairly punishes a greater majority of truckers, will do nothing to improve safety, and will ultimately hurt consumers.
“It’s yet another case of New York [...]






















