Podcast appearances and mentions of lewie pugh

Lewie Pugh, Executive VP of OOIDA on Delilah's Law | 2-26-26See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy Friday! On this episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, host Malcolm Harris dives into the heavy-hitting topics that every fleet leader, broker, and driver needs to hear. Broadcasting live on February 20, 2026, this episode is packed with critical insights to help you understand the latest risks, tools, and strategies for keeping your fleet safe, compliant, and profitable. In this packed episode, Cross-Border Expert Noi Mahoney joins the show to break down the massive news regarding the Supreme Court's ruling on presidential tariff powers, discussing the International Emergency Economic Powers Act and what this means for the 2026 trade outlook and cross-border freight flows. Next, Martin Murtland, Vice President of Product at Fleetworthy, introduces Toll360—an AI-driven toll intelligence platform. He explains how fleets are quietly losing money to toll leaks, why tolling is more than just a compliance headache, and how predicting costs can drive serious operational efficiency. Finally, Lewie Pugh, Executive Vice President at OOIDA, tackles one of the biggest safety and regulatory issues in trucking today: chameleon carriers. Lewie walks us through how these carriers evade enforcement, the systemic risks highlighted by the recent Indiana crash, and the congressional actions proposed to stop these networks for good. ⁠Watch on YouTube⁠ ⁠Subscribe to the WTT newsletter⁠ ⁠Apple Podcasts⁠ ⁠Spotify⁠ ⁠More FreightWaves Podcasts⁠ #WHATTHETRUCK #FreightNews #supplychain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Happy Friday! On this episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, host Malcolm Harris dives into the heavy-hitting topics that every fleet leader, broker, and driver needs to hear. Broadcasting live on February 20, 2026, this episode is packed with critical insights to help you understand the latest risks, tools, and strategies for keeping your fleet safe, compliant, and profitable.In this packed episode, Cross-Border Expert Noi Mahoney joins the show to break down the massive news regarding the Supreme Court's ruling on presidential tariff powers, discussing the International Emergency Economic Powers Act and what this means for the 2026 trade outlook and cross-border freight flows.Next, Martin Murtland, Vice President of Product at Fleetworthy, introduces Toll360—an AI-driven toll intelligence platform. He explains how fleets are quietly losing money to toll leaks, why tolling is more than just a compliance headache, and how predicting costs can drive serious operational efficiency.Finally, Lewie Pugh, Executive Vice President at OOIDA, tackles one of the biggest safety and regulatory issues in trucking today: chameleon carriers. Lewie walks us through how these carriers evade enforcement, the systemic risks highlighted by the recent Indiana crash, and the congressional actions proposed to stop these networks for good. Watch on YouTube Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts #WHATTHETRUCK #FreightNews #supplychain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chameleon carriers.Shut down one DOT number.Open another.Same trucks. Same players. New identity.In this episode of Brake Check, we expose how some carriers are exploiting loopholes to dodge accountability  and how that behavior impacts insurance rates, broker trust, and the reputation of every honest operator on the road.We break down:• What a “chameleon carrier” really is• How DOT number resets happen• The safety and insurance consequences• Why compliant small carriers pay the price• What enforcement agencies are doing about it• How brokers and technology platforms are fighting backFeaturing conversations with:• Lewie Pugh, EVP of the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association • Dan Lindsey from the Broker Carrier SummitThis isn't about attacking small carriers.It's about protecting honest ones.Because a new DOT number should not be a reset button.If you run clean, this conversation matters to you.#Trucking #FreightNews #DOT #CarrierCompliance #BrokerCarrier #SupplyChain #BrakeCheck Follow the Brake Check Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode of Brake Check asks the question the trucking industry keeps dodging: Who actually benefits from the way this system is built, and who's left paying the price? We kick things off with Tim Crawford, CEO of Tenstreet, breaking down the real people trends shaping trucking today. From hiring shifts and workforce pressures to what carriers and fleets need to be watching right now, Tim cuts through the noise and lays out what's ahead in a freight market that's anything but stable. Then we bring in Lewie Pugh, Executive Vice President of OOIDA, to tackle the growing disconnect between drivers and carriers. We dig into who benefits from that divide, what legislation is coming, and...most importantly...how drivers and small carriers can actually get involved instead of being talked over. And then we shift gears. Danielle Chaffin joins the show to expose a serious question facing the industry:  Why is the Department of Defense moving freight with non-domiciled drivers and unverified carriers and what does that mean for safety, security, and accountability? No pie charts. No PowerPoints. No sanitized narratives. This is real trucking talk with real trucking people...calling out broken systems, asking uncomfortable questions, and demanding accountability where it's long overdue. If you care about the future of trucking, this is a conversation you can't afford to miss. Welcome to Brake Check. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The trucking world is divided right now — not just over freight, diesel, or regulations, but over who gets to operate on American roads and under what conditions. HR5688, the Domiciled CDL Integrity Act, has set off a firestorm inside the industry. Some support it. Some believe it doesn't go far enough. Others think it goes too far. In this episode of The Long Haul, Adam sits down with Lewie Pugh, Executive Vice President of OOIDA, to dig into what the bill actually says, why OOIDA supports it, and how misinformation and social media outrage have reshaped the conversation around non-domiciled CDLs, immigration status, and public safety. We talk about the difference between protecting American drivers and weaponizing fear, the impact of public perception on policy, and why organizations like OOIDA are now facing more pressure than ever to communicate clearly, transparently, and directly with the people they represent. If you've been confused, frustrated, or fired up by this debate, this episode gives clarity — straight from the source. ⁠Follow The Long Haul Podcast⁠ ⁠Other FreightWaves Shows⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on the Oakley Podcast, Jeremy Kellett chats with Lewie Pugh, Executive Vice President of Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA), to discuss major issues impacting the trucking industry. Topics include the challenges and controversy around non-domicile CDL holders, changes and enforcement of English proficiency rules for drivers, industry safety standards, and ongoing regulatory updates from Washington. Listeners will learn about the risks these issues pose to highway safety, why higher standards and stricter oversight are needed, and how advocacy and grassroots involvement can make a difference. The episode emphasizes the importance of proactive engagement in trucking policy, the critical role organizations like OOIDA play for drivers and owner-operators, and so much more.Key topics in today's conversation include:Welcome and Introduction to the Podcast's Focus on Trucking (0:12)Lewie Returns to Discuss Industry Updates (3:55)Regulatory Action and FMCSA's New Administrator (6:55)Non-Domicile CDLs Explained and Their Risks (7:15)Fraud and Lax Entry Requirements in Trucking (14:33)Dangers of Lax Standards and the Need for Proactive Safety (17:55)English Proficiency Rules and Communication Challenges (19:26)Enforcement of English Rules and Out-of-Service Details (23:45)Industry Capacity, Economic Forecasts, and Tariffs (25:48)Technology and State-by-State CDL Enforcement Issues (28:07)How to Get Involved With OOIDA and Advocacy (29:26)Membership, Discounts, and Supporting the Industry (31:42)Appreciation for Truckers and Thanksgiving Plans (35:08)Holiday Traditions, Family, and Parting Thoughts(36:25)Oakley Trucking is a family-owned and operated trucking company headquartered in North Little Rock, Arkansas. For more information, check out our show website: podcast.bruceoakley.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kevin covers the following stories and topics: Hurricane Melissa is now pounding Bermuda; President Trump returns from his 5-day Asia trip; Lewie Pugh, Executive Vice President, Owner Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) joins the show to discuss the latest Bills before Congress which align with the U.S. Department of Transportation's Interim Final Rules regarding Non-domiciled CDLs and English Language Proficiency; an editorial by Craig Fuller, CEO at FreightWaves takes on the issue of a "truck driver shortage"; Kevin has the details digs, into the data, puts the information in historical perspective, offers his insights and opinion.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kevin covers the following stories and topics: Hurricane Melissa is now pounding Bermuda; President Trump returns from his 5-day Asia trip; Lewie Pugh, Executive Vice President, Owner Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) joins the show to discuss the latest Bills before Congress which align with the U.S. Department of Transportation's Interim Final Rules regarding Non-domiciled CDLs and English Language Proficiency; an editorial by Craig Fuller, CEO at FreightWaves takes on the issue of a "truck driver shortage"; Kevin has the details digs, into the data, puts the information in historical perspective, offers his insights and opinion.

Kevin covers the following stories and topics: Hurricane Melissa is now pounding Bermuda; President Trump returns from his 5-day Asia trip; Lewie Pugh, Executive Vice President, Owner Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) joins the show to discuss the latest Bills before Congress which align with the U.S. Department of Transportation's Interim Final Rules regarding Non-domiciled CDLs and English Language Proficiency; an editorial by Craig Fuller, CEO at FreightWaves takes on the issue of a "truck driver shortage"; Kevin has the details digs, into the data, puts the information in historical perspective, offers his insights and opinion.

On this episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, host Thomas Wasson teams up with special guest host Charles Gracey for a high-energy ride through today's top trucking stories and industry insights. They're joined by Lewie Pugh, Executive Vice President of OOIDA, who breaks down new EPA guidance on diesel emissions and what it means for drivers on the road. Then, Jeff Pape, General Manager of Transportation and Corporate Payments at U.S. Bank, dives into the latest Freight Payment Index and shares what the data is telling us about freight volumes, spending, and regional trends.Thomas and Charles also tackle the day's biggest headlines, from self-driving trucks and California's emissions battles to tariffs shaking up cross-border freight and new AI-powered gate technology.It's an episode loaded with insights, banter, and the pulse of the freight world you won't want to miss. ⁠Watch on YouTube⁠ ⁠Visit our sponsor⁠ ⁠Subscribe to the WTT newsletter⁠ ⁠Apple Podcasts⁠ ⁠Spotify⁠ ⁠More FreightWaves Podcasts⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, host Thomas Wasson teams up with special guest host Charles Gracey for a high-energy ride through today's top trucking stories and industry insights.They're joined by Lewie Pugh, Executive Vice President of OOIDA, who breaks down new EPA guidance on diesel emissions and what it means for drivers on the road. Then, Jeff Pape, General Manager of Transportation and Corporate Payments at U.S. Bank, dives into the latest Freight Payment Index and shares what the data is telling us about freight volumes, spending, and regional trends.Thomas and Charles also tackle the day's biggest headlines, from self-driving trucks and California's emissions battles to tariffs shaking up cross-border freight and new AI-powered gate technology.It's an episode loaded with insights, banter, and the pulse of the freight world you won't want to miss. Watch on YouTube Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Friday on AOA, we discuss the Digital Asset Market Clarity (CLARITY) Act along with USDA reorganization plans, the Farm Bill and more with Congressman Dusty Johnson (R-SD). In Segment Two, we get an update on a potential mega merger in the rail industry between Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern from Mike Steenhoek, Executive Director of the Soy Transportation Coalition. In Segment Three, we discuss the pace of farm bankruptcies in 2025 with Dr. Ryan Loy, extension economist at the University of Arkansas. Then we close the show with an update on an Obama-era semi truck speed limiter rule that has been thrown out by the Trump Administration. Lewie Pugh, Executive Vice President for the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA).

Kevin summarizes the historic events from last week, from eliminating a nuclear threat, a ceasefire, a peace treaty, Supreme Court decisions and much, much more; Kevin has the details. The University of Michigan released their final June Consumer Sentiment Index; Kevin has the details and offers his insights. Kevin speaks with Lewie Pugh, Executive Vice President Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) about major announcements from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration that will benefit drivers. U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis released Personal Income Data; Kevin offers his insights and puts the information into preservative. The U.S. Commerce Department released the Personal Consumption Expenditures Price Index; Kevin has the details.

Kevin summarizes the historic events from last week, from eliminating a nuclear threat, a ceasefire, a peace treaty, Supreme Court decisions and much, much more; Kevin has the details. The University of Michigan released their final June Consumer Sentiment Index; Kevin has the details and offers his insights. Kevin speaks with Lewie Pugh, Executive Vice President Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) about major announcements from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration that will benefit drivers. U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis released Personal Income Data; Kevin offers his insights and puts the information into preservative. The U.S. Commerce Department released the Personal Consumption Expenditures Price Index; Kevin has the details.

Voice Of GO(r)D is proud to present a brief chat with Lewie Pugh, the Executive VP of one of America's oldest and definitely largest driver advocacy organization in the country. I met up with Lewie at MATS 2025 and invited him on the show, and between all of the work and travel he has been up to, he very graciously squeezed me in. We discuss how he got into trucking, how and why he joined OOIDA, and what OOIDA is, is not, and various issues they are working on.This was recorded a couple of months ago (I know, I'm so behind on getting these out) and since recording, President Trump signed the Executive Order re-enforcing English Proficiency requirements for CDL drivers in America, which you can read about at this piece I wrote for The American Conservative and you can likewise see Lewie, along with Todd Spencer, OOIDA's Big Cheese, at an announcement about new enforcement directions with Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy, down in Austin, Texas recently.Also, OOIDA recently released a white paper further debunking the driver shortage narrative, and what do you know, they even quoted my line in it - a system of “stealth corporate welfare disguised as a jobs training program”https://www.ooida.com/white-paper-request/?result=The%20Churn%20-%20A%20Brief%20Look%20at%20the%20Roots%20of%20High%20Driver%20Turnover%20in%20U.S.%20Trucking&file=22981You can find Lewie on Twitter - https://x.com/Lewie_PughHis Bio page at OOIDA - https://www.ooida.com/board/todd-spencer/lewie-pugh-2/Sign up for a membership at OOIDA - https://www.ooida.com/membership/As you know, I'm writing a book on the fate of the North American trucker in 2025, which you can read more about here -https://autonomoustruckers.substack.com/p/book-project-announcement-and-a-majorThanks for listening, and as always, questions, comments, suggestions, corrections and Hate Mail are welcomed and strongly encouraged - gordilocks@protonmail.com

On Episode 826 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is joined by OOIDA's Lewie Pugh to talk about a new bill in Arkansas fining truckers who cannot speak English sufficiently. Will it be enough to keep our roads safe or should noncompliant drivers be put out of service?  The trade war is a constantly evolving situation causing some industries to freeze in their tracks. Vinturas' Alexander Style stops by to talk about how tariffs are impacting his clients in the OEM, automotive and trucking space. Shippers are getting tempted by foreign forwarders to commit classification and country-of-origin fraud; what do we need to look out for? In headlines, tender volumes drop 9% year over year; intermodal benefits from freight pull forward; Trump exempts smartphones and computers from tariffs; more.  Catch new shows live at noon EDT Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays on FreightWaves LinkedIn, Facebook, X or YouTube, or on demand by looking up WHAT THE TRUCK?!? on your favorite podcast player and at 5 p.m. Eastern on SiriusXM's Road Dog Trucking Channel 146. Watch on YouTube Check out the WTT merch store Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Episode 826 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is joined by OOIDA's Lewie Pugh to talk about a new bill in Arkansas fining truckers who cannot speak English sufficiently. Will it be enough to keep our roads safe or should noncompliant drivers be put out of service?  The trade war is a constantly evolving situation causing some industries to freeze in their tracks. Vinturas' Alexander Style stops by to talk about how tariffs are impacting his clients in the OEM, automotive and trucking space. Shippers are getting tempted by foreign forwarders to commit classification and country-of-origin fraud; what do we need to look out for? In headlines, tender volumes drop 9% year over year; intermodal benefits from freight pull forward; Trump exempts smartphones and computers from tariffs; more.  Catch new shows live at noon EDT Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays on FreightWaves LinkedIn, Facebook, X or YouTube, or on demand by looking up WHAT THE TRUCK?!? on your favorite podcast player and at 5 p.m. Eastern on SiriusXM's Road Dog Trucking Channel 146. Watch on YouTube Check out the WTT merch store Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kevin summarizes his time at the MId-America Trucking Show (MATS). While at MATS, Kevin interviewed many industry executives, experts, etc. One of the people interviewed was Lewie Pugh. Executive Vice President, Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA). Lewie brings us up to date on legislation, new issues, old issues and other factors affecting the trucking industry. Kevin reports and discusses the factors affecting Oil and gas prices.

Kevin summarizes his time at the MId-America Trucking Show (MATS). While at MATS, Kevin interviewed many industry executives, experts, etc. One of the people interviewed was Lewie Pugh. Executive Vice President, Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA). Lewie brings us up to date on legislation, new issues, old issues and other factors affecting the trucking industry. Kevin reports and discusses the factors affecting Oil and gas prices.

It's a familiar frustration to any trucker – getting access to a restroom at the loading dock. We'll tell you about an effort to fix that. Also, we'll take another look at the driver shortage myth. Then, ELDs had Congress' attention last week, and OOIDA's Lewie Pugh was there to explain truckers' point of view. And the Interstate 55 bridge over the Mississippi River in Memphis, Tenn., is at the end of its useful life. We'll learn about plans to replace it. 0:00 – Bill designed to solve truckers' bathroom access problem 10:01 – Congress hears the truth behind the driver shortage myth 24:27 – What it takes to replace a major river crossing

Back from the Mid-America Trucking Show in Louisville, Kentucky, this Overdrive Radio edition kicks off continuing coverage as all of us here at Overdrive spent the show fanning out across convention center grounds to cover just as much as possible. The fruits of that labor you've seen just a small sampling of to date, the lot of it collected with the MATS tag at OverdriveOnline.com: https://www.overdriveonline.com/t/4372607 Today we drop back to the very beginning of the show for an 8 a.m. Thursday, March 27, panel discussion that set the issues stage for the remainder of the event. It was moderated by Brent Hutto, longtime Chief Relationship Officer at Truckstop and now a senior advisor for the load board as he's joined the staff of the Truck Parking Club company. You'll hear a variety of voices in the panel discussion, touching on freight market dynamics, small business struggles and ways to overcome, predatory towing, parking, fraud in the brokered-freight marketplace, cargo and payment theft and so much more. Panelists included: **Jason Cowan, leader of 45-truck Silver Creek Transportation, as Overdrive's Small Fleet Champ in 2021, since which plans for growth have come to fruition. **Hell Bent Xpress owner Jamie Hagen, whose all-Mack fleet operates out of a South Dakota headquarters and which was one of two finalists in the 3-10-truck division of the Small Fleet Championship last year. **Jessica Dotson, co-owner-operator of Dotson Transportation with her husband **Tyler Johnston, Mercer Transportation's director of operations **Lewie Pugh, Owner-Operator Independent Driver's Association executive vice president As mentioned in the podcast: **Overdrive's recent insurance renewal-related feature: https://overdriveonline.com/15740305 **Post-crash litigation series: https://overdriveonline.com/15287415 **Tow companies dominate DOT listening session: https://overdriveonline.com/15678174 **Overdrive's revamped Partners in Business start-to-finish playbook for owner-operator careers: https://overdriveonline.com/pib

The administration has named their nominee to lead the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration – someone with a law-enforcement background. Also, Congress hears plenty about trucking issues. But earlier this week, OOIDA's Lewie Pugh gave them truckers' points of view. And truckers are telling Marty Ellis about truck rollovers from recent high wind incidents, and the ongoing technology vs. training debate. 0:00 – Newscast 10:01– Pugh offers the facts on major trucking issues 24:27 – What we know about the FMCSA nominee 39:25 – Rollovers from high winds have truckers' attention

A House subcommittee covered some of the biggest issues in trucking, from truck parking and increased size and weight to AEBs and overtime. Also, trucking singer Long Haul Paul is back with another road-related tune. Then, cargo theft continues to torment trucking. We'll explain what you can do to ensure your safety and avoid theft claims. And we're heading back to a normal freight market, with load availability up last week. 0:00 – Parking, AEBs, other trucking issues top hearing 10:01– Singer offers up another trucking tune 24:27 – What you need to know about cargo theft 39:25 – Heading toward a normal freight market

Recently, a group in Texas broke ground on what we will be a new truck parking facility that will have 140 truck parking spots and more. Also, a Pennsylvania state senator is proposing a plan that would give truckers a solution for removing snow and ice from atop their rigs. And OOIDA's Lewie Pugh will speak to a congressional subcommittee about truck parking, restroom access, truck size and weight and more. 0:00 – Newscast 10:01– Company offers a truck parking solution in Texas 24:27 – Official offers a solution to the snow and ice removal problem 39:25 – Pugh to tell Congress about priority issues in trucking

The GOT Truckers Act, a piece of federal legislation that would guarantee company drivers receive overtime pay, is back in Congress. Also, OOIDA's Lewie Pugh headed to Washington, D.C., recently to get federal officials up to date on freight fraud in trucking. Then, after a long back-and-forth among businesses, agencies and the courts, it appears a beneficial ownership information requirement is out. And some carriers have moved toward use of inward-facing cameras, but those devices can create problems. OOIDA tour truck driver Marty Ellis shares a recent example. 0:00 – Bill to give truckers overtime pay is back 10:01– Pugh to feds: Freight fraud a growing problem 24:27 – Beneficial ownership information – it may finally be over 39:25 – Carriers may regret inward-facing cameras

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). They discuss trucking advocacy, regulations, and business profitability. Lewie shares how OOIDA has stood up for truckers for over 50 years, the ongoing battles with Washington D.C., and why truckers must take control of their industry. They dive into understanding the impact of regulations like ELDs, business strategies, and rate transparency to ensure profitability as an owner-operator.

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). They discuss Lewie's journey from growing up around trucking in Ohio to becoming an advocate for truckers on Capitol Hill. From his early days driving for Schneider to owning his own trucking business, Lewie shares the pivotal moments that shaped his transition into leadership at OOIDA. They delve into the importance of industry relationships, the fight for truckers' rights, and why advocacy matters more than ever.

On episode 795 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is joined by OOIDA's Lewie Pugh to talk about why his organization is urging President Trump to ditch the speed limiter mandate. We'll also find out what the freeze on FMCSA rulings means for drivers and fleets.  Surfact is building the next generation of freight trackers. We'll meet their CEO and founder, Per Magne Helseth.  LoadPartner is making your next TMS open-source. We'll find how they're breaking down the walls on closed systems with their platform when Garrett Allen and Chase Osbourne drop by.  Plus, a win for driver privacy; trucks with rocket launcher trailers; distracted trucker in Toronto; and more. Catch new shows live at noon EDT Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays on FreightWaves LinkedIn, Facebook, X or YouTube, or on demand by looking up WHAT THE TRUCK?!? on your favorite podcast player and at 5 p.m. Eastern on SiriusXM's Road Dog Trucking Channel 146. Watch on YouTube Check out the WTT merch store Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On episode 795 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is joined by OOIDA's Lewie Pugh to talk about why his organization is urging President Trump to ditch the speed limiter mandate. We'll also find out what the freeze on FMCSA rulings means for drivers and fleets.  Surfact is building the next generation of freight trackers. We'll meet their CEO and founder, Per Magne Helseth.  LoadPartner is making your next TMS open-source. We'll find how they're breaking down the walls on closed systems with their platform when Garrett Allen and Chase Osbourne drop by.  Plus, a win for driver privacy; trucks with rocket launcher trailers; distracted trucker in Toronto; and more. Catch new shows live at noon EDT Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays on FreightWaves LinkedIn, Facebook, X or YouTube, or on demand by looking up WHAT THE TRUCK?!? on your favorite podcast player and at 5 p.m. Eastern on SiriusXM's Road Dog Trucking Channel 146. Watch on YouTube Check out the WTT merch store Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dooner plays special guest referee for The Great Driver Shortage Debate at FreightWaves' Future of Freight Festival. OOIDA's Lewie Pugh takes on Clarendon Capital's John Larkin. You'll pay for the whole seat but only need the edge during this brawl to end it all. Catch new shows live at noon EDT Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays on FreightWaves LinkedIn, Facebook, X or YouTube, or on demand by looking up WHAT THE TRUCK?!? on your favorite podcast player and at 5 p.m. Eastern on SiriusXM's Road Dog Trucking Channel 146. Watch on YouTube Check out the WTT merch store Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A debate on the so-called driver shortage ended up as a discussion on the retention problem in trucking. Also, at the Women In Trucking conference, OOIDA's Lewie Pugh spoke out on truck parking – or more precisely, the lack thereof. Then, OOIDA has long pushed for broker transparency, and FMCSA has proposed a rule that looks like it's headed in the right direction. And President-elect Trump's pick to head the U.S. DOT may give us some insight into what will happen on key trucking issues. 0:00 – Both sides of debate agree – it's really a retention problem 10:21 – Pugh describes depth of truck parking problem 24:52 – OOIDA: FMCSA headed right way on broker transparency 39:41 – What does Trump's DOT pick mean for trucking?

In this episode of the BulkLoads Podcast, Lewie Pugh from OOIDA discusses the fight for trucking regulations in D.C., covering crucial issues like "nuclear verdicts," insurance challenges, and tort reform. The conversation highlights OOIDA's grassroots advocacy, strategies to engage younger drivers, and ongoing battles against mandates while underscoring the importance of unity and effective legislative efforts. Watch this episode on YouTube & Subscribe! https://youtu.be/91zeIF8Y85s Free Video Shoot From BulkLoads? https://links.bulkloads.com/widget/form/bfbbWKvA8xQZJKKYfc2Z   2025 Bulk Freight Conference New Semi-Sam Book 2025 Calendar Request OOIDA: https://www.ooida.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/lewie-pugh-944055229/ https://fightingfortruckers.com/   How can we pray for you? Email us: prayer@bulkloads.com Check out our companies!  BulkLoads - https://www.bulkloads.com/ Insurance - https://www.bulkinsurancegroup.com/ Factoring - https://www.smartfreightfunding.com/  Transportation Management (TMS) - https://www.bulktms.com/ Permitting- https://www.bulkloads.com/tools/permitting/   Timestamp: 00:00 Applying Convoy Hope's ideas to our conference. 05:26 Join the membership to influence ongoing issues. 09:08 OOIDA grew to 150,000 international members. 11:46 OIDA returned $100M to small business truckers. 12:56 Joined Oida for advocacy; support small business. 19:15 Join our consortium for compliance and reminders. 21:27 Assistance for contracts, broker issues, leasing, specs. 25:25 OADA offers truck parking and supportive staff. 27:54 Balancing diverse needs for the greater good. 32:10 Regulation threatens independent trucking business operations. 35:01 Owner operators' choice: cameras, speed limiters, compliance. 37:39 Oida fights insurance increase driven by attorneys. 42:30 Trucking, new target for lawsuits, safety tech mandatory. 46:13 Increasing product liability cases challenge manufacturers' choices. 47:49 Great truckers' grassroots influence legislative efforts. 53:15 Book hotel now, 50% off on rooms. 55:49 Join our podcast and receive free gifts. 57:29 Prayer at organization: glorifying God, serving others.

On episode 780 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is joined by FreightWaves' CEO and founder Craig Fuller to discuss President Donald Trump winning the presidential election for a second time.  Is a Trump win bullish or bearish for trucking and global trade? Who wins and loses under his administration? Can he end the freight recession and make trucking great again? Also, is Fuller eyeing the role of DOT Secretary? We'll find out.  OOIDA's Lewie Pugh is talking about the dangers of autonomous trucks. He talks about a rule that seeks to address national security concerns related to connected vehicle technologies and components from China and Russia. Catch new shows live at noon EDT Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays on FreightWaves LinkedIn, Facebook, X or YouTube, or on demand by looking up WHAT THE TRUCK?!? on your favorite podcast player and at 5 p.m. Eastern on SiriusXM's Road Dog Trucking Channel 146. Watch on YouTube Check out the WTT merch store Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On episode 780 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is joined by FreightWaves' CEO and founder Craig Fuller to discuss President Donald Trump winning the presidential election for a second time.  Is a Trump win bullish or bearish for trucking and global trade? Who wins and loses under his administration? Can he end the freight recession and make trucking great again? Also, is Fuller eyeing the role of DOT Secretary? We'll find out.  OOIDA's Lewie Pugh is talking about the dangers of autonomous trucks. He talks about a rule that seeks to address national security concerns related to connected vehicle technologies and components from China and Russia. Catch new shows live at noon EDT Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays on FreightWaves LinkedIn, Facebook, X or YouTube, or on demand by looking up WHAT THE TRUCK?!? on your favorite podcast player and at 5 p.m. Eastern on SiriusXM's Road Dog Trucking Channel 146. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On episode 775 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is joined by Overhaul's Danny Ramon to look at the data behind the cargo and rail theft epidemic. We all saw the recent rail looting in Chicago and have heard the ever increasing reports of freight theft, but what do the numbers say? DOT is putting $30 million towards truck parking. We'll get the latest details on what's happening from OOIDA's Lewie Pugh. We'll also look at what a new study by The National Academies of Sciences has to say about the driver shortage. Part 5 of our new documentary “Rebuilding the Gateway to America.” Plus, is TikTok causing a cucumber shortage, Tesla and Nikola ramp up EV semis; Black Ops 6 and Transformers One impressions; and more.  Catch new shows live at noon EDT Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays on FreightWaves LinkedIn, Facebook, X or YouTube, or on demand by looking up WHAT THE TRUCK?!? on your favorite podcast player and at 5 p.m. Eastern on SiriusXM's Road Dog Trucking Channel 146. Watch on YouTube Check out the WTT merch store Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On episode 775 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is joined by Overhaul's Danny Ramon to look at the data behind the cargo and rail theft epidemic. We all saw the recent rail looting in Chicago and have heard the ever increasing reports of freight theft, but what do the numbers say? DOT is putting $30 million towards truck parking. We'll get the latest details on what's happening from OOIDA's Lewie Pugh. We'll also look at what a new study by The National Academies of Sciences has to say about the driver shortage. Part 5 of our new documentary “Rebuilding the Gateway to America.” Plus, is TikTok causing a cucumber shortage, Tesla and Nikola ramp up EV semis; Black Ops 6 and Transformers One impressions; and more.  Catch new shows live at noon EDT Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays on FreightWaves LinkedIn, Facebook, X or YouTube, or on demand by looking up WHAT THE TRUCK?!? on your favorite podcast player and at 5 p.m. Eastern on SiriusXM's Road Dog Trucking Channel 146. Watch on YouTube Check out the WTT merch store Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

OOIDA's Todd Spencer and Lewie Pugh discuss the Association's efforts to fight for truckers on issues such as AI and predatory towing. Also, OOIDA's Truckers For Troops sends some needed supplies to benefit homeless veterans through the Veterans Community Project in St. Louis. And truckers who have long parked their rigs at home are fighting a new ban on the practice in two Florida towns. We'll talk with one of them. 0:00 – Newscast  10:22 – AI and predatory towing: OOIDA says remember truckers when crafting regulations 25:10 – Truckers For Troops lends a hand to homeless vets in St. Louis 40:08 – Truckers fight towns' ban on parking at home

Progress is being made on truck parking, and in some places, it is considerable. For example: Texas. Land Line Now details what's happening. Also, Lewie Pugh and Andrew King of OOIDA discuss one part of an upcoming class for potential owner-operators – creating a business plan. 0:00 – Newscast 10:22 – To succeed, you have to have a plan 25:15 – Progress on parking in the Lone Star State

An annual spending bill now moving on Captiol Hill would impact many more issues beyond speed limiters, including truck parking and ELDs. Also, Lewie Pugh, Andrew King and Charles Sperry offer a preview of the upcoming Truck to Success seminar offered by OOIDA. And truckers like a hearty breakfast. But where is the best place to get one? A website called Cheapism has taken a look at the topic. 0:00 – Newscast 10:22 – Learning what you need to know to be successful 25:15 – Where to get a good, cheap breakfast on the road 40:23 – Bill that would halt speed limiters moving in Congress

On episode 729 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is talking about last night's disastrous presidential debate performance and how it could sway ocean shipping. With Trump's promise of a renewed trade war and tariff increases, a great pull forward could be at play. Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association's Lewie Pugh talks about two of the biggest issues facing trucking: freight fraud and Environmental Protection Agency regulations. We'll find out what OOIDA is doing to get drivers' voices heard on this issue. Did the RXO-Coyote purchase kick off a summer of M&A? We'll catch up with Craig Decker at Brown Gibbons Lang & Co. to find out how these next few months will play out. Thomas Kowalski at CtrlChain is achieving truly integrated logistics without the headache. We'll learn how. Plus, squats across America goes viral; trucks with train horns; drone delivery gone awry and more. Watch on YouTube Check out the WTT merch store Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On episode 729 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is talking about last night's disastrous presidential debate performance and how it could sway ocean shipping. With Trump's promise of a renewed trade war and tariff increases, a great pull forward could be at play. Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association's Lewie Pugh talks about two of the biggest issues facing trucking: freight fraud and Environmental Protection Agency regulations. We'll find out what OOIDA is doing to get drivers' voices heard on this issue. Did the RXO-Coyote purchase kick off a summer of M&A? We'll catch up with Craig Decker at Brown Gibbons Lang & Co. to find out how these next few months will play out. Thomas Kowalski at CtrlChain is achieving truly integrated logistics without the headache. We'll learn how. Plus, squats across America goes viral; trucks with train horns; drone delivery gone awry and more. Watch on YouTube Check out the WTT merch store Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

OOIDA's Lewie Pugh joined a call with U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg about the Baltimore Bridge Collapse, and discussed how it's affecting truckers. Also, trucking radio legend Dave Nemo recently announcement his retirement. We'll chat with him about what his plans are, and hear about his career and the Last Ride of the Road Gang. And the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has announced it will issue a final rule on truck emission standards. We'll get an overview. 0:00 – Newscast 10:00 – Truckers' concerns about the Baltimore bridge collapse 24:31 – A trucking radio legend gets ready to head into the sunset 39:55 – An overview of the new truck emission standards

Kevin talks with Lewie Pugh of OOIDA on this edition of Amerrica's Truckin' Network. Tune in!

Speed limiters, the bathroom bill and AV trucks were just a few topics of discussion during Lewie Pugh's recent visit to Washington, D.C. Also, truckers are talking with Marty Ellis about problems getting parts and ELD troubles. And DAT is tracking some possible signs of life on the spot market. Could the long-awaited turnaround finally be coming? 0:00 – Newscast  10:00 – Pugh talks speed limiters, bathroom access and more during D.C. trip 24:31 – Parts problems, ELD troubles on truckers' minds 39:55 – Signs of life on the spot market

A massive outage has hit AT&T customers nationwide, which has implications for ELD users using the network. OOIDA's Lewie Pugh and Tom Crowley walk us through what we need to know. Also, FMCSA plans to study detention time and how it affects trucking – but the agency first needs to gather some information. Then, CVSA is in the middle of a weeklong initiative in Canada to raise awareness about human trafficking. And lawmakers in five states are working on solutions to the truck parking problem.  0:00 – AT&T outage affecting ELDs 10:00 – FMCSA to study detention time 24:52– Effort to raise awareness of human trafficking in Canada 39:54 – States work on solutions to truck parking

Lewie Pugh has traveled to Washington, D.C., to discuss speed limiters, truck parking and more. We'll find out why face-to-face meetings are important. Also, FMCSA is working on a new method for determining safety fitness – and OOIDA has some ideas of what the agency should not do in creating that new standard. Then, Marty Ellis describes an encounter he had with one of the new electric trucks out on the road. 0:00 – Newscast  10:00 – Pugh covers speed limiters, parking and more with lawmakers 24:52– FMCSA contemplates changes to safety fitness determination 39:54 – An encounter with an electric truck

Key topics in today's conversation include:Introducing Lewie and the topics for the episode (2:17) Driver shortage or driver turnover? (4:08)Challenges Faced by Truck Drivers (7:16)Impact of Regulations on Driver Retention (12:12)Need for Driver Education and Training (16:18)Cyclical Nature of Trucking Industry (19:35)Future of the Trucking Industry (21:56)The value of trucking (22:39)Company's responsibility to drivers (25:01)Driver's time and pay (28:08)Advocacy for truck drivers (30:22)Joining OOIDA (31:52)Appreciation for truck drivers (33:34)Oakley Trucking is a family-owned and operated trucking company headquartered in North Little Rock, Arkansas. For more information, check out our show website: podcast.bruceoakley.com.

Talking to lawmakers on Capitol Hill is a vital part of what OOIDA does. We recently spoke with Lewie Pugh about his trip to Washington, D.C., and some of the topics he discussed with politicians regarding trucking. A plan in Arizona would add hundreds of truck parking spaces in the state. Also, Washington state officials say their rest areas are at a crisis stage. And later this week, a House subcommittee will take a look at how well the government has implemented the infrastructure law. We'll have a preview. 0:00 – Newscast  10:07 – Parking, speed limiters, brokers discussed during D.C. visit 24:49 – Two states wrestle with parking, facilities 39:14 – How well is the government doing with the infrastructure law?

On today's episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is talking to industry consultant Bart De Muynck about the fallout from Yellow's bankruptcy and what it means for the industry and who is paying for it. We'll also look at other recent bankruptcies and what they say about the health of transportation.  Highway Angel Jon Adam recently saved four motorists who got into a wreck. He stops by to tell the story of what got him the honor.  OOIDA's Lewie Pugh talks about speed limiters, broker transparency and how the truck parking problem led to a Greyhound bus crash.  Motive's Hamish Woodrow breaks down the freight recession, truck visits to retail warehouses, carrier exits and more from the month of July. Plus, UPS drivers go high fashion; shipping container pools; trucks vs bridges; trucks vs trains; Cybertruck sightings; and more.  Watch on YouTube Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices