Bigger Trucks Debate & Ohio DOT Tackles Parking Shortage

Bigger Trucks Debate & Ohio DOT Tackles Parking Shortage

Author: Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association August 29, 2025 Duration: 53:56
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In the spirit of the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association, which has had the back of truckers since 1973, Trucking with OOIDA puts the issues that are relevant to the trucking industry front and center.Hosted by Ashley Blackford and Scott Thompson, the show aims to inform and entertain with a mix of industry experts, over-the-road truckers, and other interesting guests—along with news and analysis that gets to the heart of what you do each and every day.In this episode:There’s a renewed effort on Capitol Hill to allow bigger and heavier trucks on U.S. roadways, but OOIDA is pushing back. Bryce Mongeon, OOIDA’s Director of Legislative Affairs, provides an update and a call to action.Plus, Chris Hughes of the Ohio DOT breaks down the state’s active and ongoing response to the truck parking shortage. They’re not just talking the talk, they’re walking the walk.So hop on into the cab, and get to Trucking with OOIDA.Learn more about OOIDA:https://ooida.com (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbTNhalliWURwYTBnWW1vQkt5SU9hTnlUVmdTQXxBQ3Jtc0tscVYyYWZfZmpEVFo3UkFFTmVrWGpDZm5sOU1BUkNvcmFCMkZmdUNUS0s0Tl8xOHBXLWkybkkyTDZBUFlfUnNVaHJaaEtOTTBMXzBBdjA4ekVZaFdoZkh4U0RhZjRjekdic3JjSmxCd19TYjFyTzRWUQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fooida.com%2F&v=96rwNm4zcFU)Thanks for tuning in! You can catch our shows anytime on your favorite podcast app or listen on iHeartRadio using the links below.Nemo Nation: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-ne... (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbVFNTmVNa0pFcVNRSi1IX001WkZSY2xDaTJMQXxBQ3Jtc0ttQlczTXJqMjVvcHBPR2RsOTNBR0VaSXB0NXdEZHVRSkx2VVFvWFI0WEJiUzZXNkYxT2lfWGVSVnJXVlYxQ19JTHpveXFfcDY2Mkp6Y1kwVWhxX0xEc2Y0UVJ3cFZiV3h0SEd6WUJHN2hFTXVwdVdsbw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.iheart.com%2Fpodcast%2F269-nemo-nation-radionemo-282788598%2F&v=j427fyP_eoM)Road Gang Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-ro... (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbU5VUm9RbTNoWGwyaVZiUmVUYl8zUFJnV0ZFd3xBQ3Jtc0tsNjNzY3gycUdnbTdaY3BBbjNzazd3S2FlY1h3Y19sakVTbmJFdEh2WjRIamJlbW1QQXhid3R2M2xNX09fMmNIMjZJUkJOUkF6R0JTSGJMVzJVdEFuVzk1NndFTUlCV0VyS3diLXRqVlFOeG1QY05YWQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.iheart.com%2Fpodcast%2F269-road-gang-radio-radionemo-282788366%2F&v=j427fyP_eoM)We Should Write: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-we... (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqazJLT1FBRXAyaGRHeHcyMXZGd29KSl9EMjliUXxBQ3Jtc0tuZ080MF9mS195UFZZeW9rbVlEcEhkY0c2NzEtSklyQlFuM3ljNDhvaXVDVGhpdDFmVkl0QTdsU0U0eTQ2d3FJVG1ZRXNUMmxXUS00TUtMTkctdkNNTVdDRXJrTHQtR3JaZ2NieExZM2g3cTgxVndRZw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.iheart.com%2Fpodcast%2F269-we-should-write-radionemo-287458630%2F&v=j427fyP_eoM)Trucking with OOIDA: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-tr... (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbFhPZ3FBS0xNVVdzVkgxUG5RZEZzNHc4UXF0UXxBQ3Jtc0tuWWo2SG1MYlpueWxrYkM1TkI0SmJMb3RTQWxVUE1DUDk5aUlJdXBweEx0ZVA2RGJScUFORzAyT21DbGJxd1AyQWdXUkR5V1NUUmJSdmxtR1NtQ2swQTdhRTNoejVWcHktejhVbWlraHQ3bjBkT0Q5UQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.iheart.com%2Fpodcast%2F269-trucking-with-ooida-285122794%2F&v=j427fyP_eoM)

Hosted by Ashley Blackford and Scott Thompson, Trucking with OOIDA is a direct line to the conversations that matter most on the open road. This isn't just industry talk filtered through a corporate lens; it's the authentic voice of the trucking community, reflecting the long-standing advocacy of the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association. Each episode blends necessary news analysis with the kind of stories and practical insights you'd share at a truck stop. You'll hear from seasoned over-the-road drivers, policy experts, and unexpected guests who all have a stake in the life and business of trucking. The discussions cut through the noise to tackle real-world challenges, from regulatory changes and market trends to the daily realities of life behind the wheel. Tuning into this podcast feels like catching up with well-informed friends who are as committed to the profession as you are. It’s where education meets entertainment, offering both a clear-eyed look at the business and a genuine connection to the people who keep freight moving. For anyone invested in the trucking industry, whether behind the wheel or in the office, these conversations provide valuable perspective and a solid sense of what's coming down the pike.
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Adding Truck Parking at the Crossroads of America [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 18:31
Solving the truck parking crisis is going to take a team effort, so when a state like Indiana takes action, we like to celebrate it. The state DOT is in the early stages of a plan that will add more than 1,200 truck park…
Trucking in Paradise [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:40
Living in Hawaii comes with some definite perks – and we’re not going to lie, trucking in Hawaii sounds pretty great, too. But that doesn’t mean there aren’t challenges. Narrow roads. Truck parking problems. And a few mo…
Every Alaskan Wants to Leave, But Every Alaskan Comes Back [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 31:30
It’s a running joke, but like a lot of things in life, it’s funny because there’s some truth to it. And it’s especially true for professional truck drivers in Alaska, who keep hitting the road despite an endless wave of…
The Best Time to Buy [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:28
If you’re in the market for a new truck, Andrej Divis has some advice. The executive director of global heavy truck research at S&P Global says a number of factors are impacting the North American truck market right now,…
Taking a Moment to Brag (Humbly), But Then It’s Back to Work [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 53:31
OOIDA has celebrated a lot of wins on the regulatory side of things this year. Proposed speed limiter mandate? Bye-bye. An honest-to-goodness exploration of hours-of-service flexibility? Check. Forcing action on non-domi…
"I Have a Corner Office and the Scenery Changes Constantly" [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:35
Linda Allen and Johanne Couture love trucking, which is one reason both joined the OOIDA board of directors. In a wide-ranging conversation, Linda and Johanne share stories from the road and express their wishes for maki…
“Trucking Was the Greatest Education He Ever Got” [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 54:06
Mark Elrod, Danny Schnautz and Monte Wiederhold have had successful trucking careers, ones you can measure in decades and millions of miles. So when the trio of OOIDA board members impart their advice and wisdom, it’s wo…
OOIDA Board Members Talk Trucking Culture, Cohesion and Camaraderie [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 49:17
We’re lucky here at OOIDA headquarters in that twice a year, board members come in from all parts of North America to check in and talk about the direction the Association is taking. And since they're already here and al…
It Takes a Village to Help Vets in Need [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:24
Our Truckers for Troops campaign continues with Lee Cooper, veterans service officer for the Larimer County, Colorado Veterans Service Office. His job description is both simple and complicated. Simple in that his day-to…

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