OOIDA on the Road

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OOIDA Life Member Ron Mermis and his NASCAR simulator are at the TA in Vero Beach, FL. That’s located at exit 147 off I-95. Stop in, have some fun and join OOIDA for a $20 discount.

For more information about the simulator, click here.

Air date: Feb. 3, 2012.

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July 2008

 

CDL Medical Oversight Hearing – Rep. James Oberstar led a hearing in which U.S. House members grilled the FMCSA about trucking medical issues. Air date: July 29, 2008.

Truckers and medical issues – Mark Reddig will talk with OOIDA’s Rick Craig and Tom Weakley about the controversial Government Accountability Office study into truckers’ medical certification. In this clip, Rick discusses some of the concerns about how the study was done. Air date: July 24, 2008.

Trucking Security Program – Mark Reddig spoke with OOIDA Senior Security Adviser Don L. Rondeau about the new Trucking Security Program led by HMS Inc. To listen, click below. Air date: July 21, 2008.

The reality of brokers – Jami Jones offered some thoughts on the relationship between brokers and truckers. To listen, click below. Air date: July 18, 2008.

Vehicle ratings – Reed Black reported on a plan by CARB to label every truck and car sold in California with a rating of how much it harms the environment. To listen, click below. Air date: July 16, 2008.

Calling lawmakers – OOIDA board member Bill Rode of Idaho spoke about the TRUCC Act with his member of Congress; he discussed how he set up and conducted the visit on the show. To listen, click below. Air date: July 14, 2008.

The Future of Trucking – OOIDA staff discussed industry trends with federal, state and local environmental and transportation officials. To listen, click below. Air date: July 11, 2008.

Notice of Intent – Mark Reddig talked with OOIDA’s Rick Craig about a notice filed by the association, preserving its right to pursue legal action in Canada over a new Ontario speed limiter requirement. To listen, click below. Air date: July 8, 2009.

The Red Ball Express – Reed Black brings us the tale of truckers who played a key role in securing the allied victory in World War II. To listen, click below. Air date: July 4, 2008.

Determination – Reed Black spoke with OOIDA member Barry Owens of Determination Transportation about his overcoming his handicap. To listen, click below. Air date: July 1, 2008.
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