Category: National Truck Driver Appreciation Week

It’s National Truck Driver Appreciation Week!

Posted on September 11, 2023 by - National Truck Driver Appreciation Week

It’s the greatest time of the year again! This year’s National Truck Driver Appreciation Week is here!

From September 10th-16th, our nation takes a moment to recognize all of our truck driver’s dedication to keep everything moving forward. 

What Is National Truck Driver Week?

National Truck Driver Appreciation Week is dedicated to the hard work of Truck Drivers all around the country. 

This country continuously relies on the transportation of goods and items by these drivers. They continuously work for days or weeks on end to make sure important deliveries are made when they’re needed, and we’re all very thankful for their work!

How Can You Participate?

Find a Trucker and show them they are appreciated! It’s as easy as that!

Whether you give them a gift, write them a letter, or just say thank you when you pass by them is enough to make their day! When you post on social media, use the hashtags #NTDAW23 and #ThankATrucker.

It’s important to always show Truckers how much they’re appreciated, not just for this week. They work hard to transport goods to keep businesses moving, and it’s important to understand and appreciate their dedication!

Thank you, Truck Drivers!

Everyone here at ExpressTruckTax would like to extend their sincere appreciation for all of the hard work our truck drivers do throughout the year!

Thank you for your hard work and dedication to keep this great country moving forward! You are very much appreciated.

Happy Truck Driver Appreciation Week From ExpressTruckTax

Posted on September 15, 2022 by - driver appreciation week, national truck driver appreciation trucker, National Truck Driver Appreciation Week, Trucker Appreciation

This week, the week of September 11th-17th, we are celebrating something special. It is a time to celebrate some of the nation’s essential workers and recognize the important work they do every day. This week is none other than National Truck Driver Appreciation Week, a week where we celebrate all of the hard work truckers put into transporting the essential goods we need to their destinations. A majority of the goods we receive are transported and delivered by truck drivers, so it is important to recognize your efforts in doing so. 

We at ExpressTruckTax would like to thank truckers for all of the hard work you do every day. You are what helps keep America moving, traveling thousands of miles each year. We would also like to thank you for choosing ExpressTruckTax for all of your Form 2290 filing needs. Without you, there would be no ExpressTruckTax.

Form 2290 is an IRS tax form filed by drivers of vehicles weighing 55,000 pounds or more for the Heavy Vehicle Use Tax (HVUT). This form is filed annually and the deadline to file is August 31st. ExpressTruckTax knows drivers are generally on the road, busy transporting essential goods. To make sure we give drivers the best filing experience so that they can get back on the road as quickly as possible, ExpressTruckTax has created a filing experience uniquely designed to meet the needs of truck drivers. The filing process is designed not to take long to file Form 2290 and can be completed in a few simple steps. 

ExpressTruckTax makes it fast and easy to file Form 2290. Simply enter your business information including your Employer Identification Number (EIN), vehicle information including your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), any credit vehicles you plan to claim if any, and your payment information. To provide drivers with even more convenience, ExpressTruckTax now offers the option to pay your Heavy Vehicle Use Tax directly from ExpressTruckTax alongside your filing fee using a credit or debit card. This process is designed to be fast so that drivers can get their Stamped Schedule 1 in minutes and get back on the road instead of spending the day waiting at an IRS office. Even though the Form 2290 deadline has passed, drivers can still file Form 2290 with ExpressTruckTax. 

ExpressTruckTax appreciates everything that truckers do and is designed to provide them with the simplest filing experience so that they can get back on the road as quickly as possible. What are you waiting for? File your Form 2290 with ExpressTruckTax today for a quick and easy filing experience!

ExpressTruckTax Celebrates National Truck Driver Appreciation Week

Posted on September 8, 2017 by - Celebrate Truckers, Driver Appreciation, National Truck Driver Appreciation Week, Thank a Trucker, Thank You Truck Drivers, Trucker Appreciation

Hey truckers, you know the nation appreciates you right? Well, we do! Thank you for all of your hard work and the time you put in to keep our economy rolling forward. People don’t realize the how hard over 3.5 million professional drivers in the US work to safely deliver goods on time.

That’s why it’s the general public’s turn to give back with National Truck Driver Appreciation Week, which will take place September 10th – 16th. During this week people will take the time to honor drivers and show them appreciation. Although for the daily activities and stress drivers deal with, they should really be appreciated every single day!

Take a moment to see what drivers can expect during this week and learn what you can do to support the drivers around you. They don’t have to be drivers you know, they can be anyone who works in the transportation industry.

Show Truck Drivers Appreciation 

Love’s Truck Stop has actually extended driver appreciation week to a month long affair. In September thousands of drivers will win $100 in My Love Rewards points and one extra lucky driver will win 10K in points. Also, one driver will win 1 million My Love Reward points which is the equivalent to $10,000 in retail value. 

In September drivers will earn a free shower and a free drink refill if they buy 50 gallons of fuel or more. They will also receive a free hat if they buy 3 pairs of gloves for $9.99. Plus, Love’s offers drivers tire care, light mechanical and oil change services, and more!

Clearwater Plaza in Minnesota will be throwing an appreciation event Tuesday, September 12th from 3 to 6 PM! They will have free food, health screenings, games, prizes, and more.

During the week drivers can also expect free food and BBQs or cookouts hosted by their fleets and maybe a few contests and prizes, but that’s not where driver appreciation should start or end. Drivers should be appreciated all year!

Thank a truck driver

One way fleets can give drivers more appreciation is by listening to them. By actually taking the time to talk to drivers and learn about what frustrations they are facing you can give them real advice to fix the issue. Plus, if drivers are taken seriously they will feel respected.

Also, you could take the time to learn about your drivers. They aren’t objects, they are actual hard working people. Take the time to learn their names, about their interests, and hobbies. You can also ask them about their families and invite them to be included in special company events like training days and cookouts. This will give families an inside look at what the trucking life is like so they can better understand what their beloved drivers go through.

You could also provide drivers with something they really need like access to items that will help them lead healthier lives. Don’t just tell a driver how to be more fit, offer them a gym membership or provide in cab strength training equipment.

You could also provide them with free health screenings for the conditions that commonly affect drivers like high blood pressure or sleep apnea.

You could also provide helpful tools for the road like emergency kits, rain gear, or winter wear. These items can be free or offered at discounted prices, but when caught in an emergency water protective clothing, a flashlight with batteries, utility knife, and more will really make an incredible difference.

We Appreciate You, Drivers!

We also appreciate everyone involved in the trucking industry, so much so that we say thanks to driver’s all year long. One week isn’t enough time to appreciate what you do.

Please share your thoughts on trucker appreciation in the comment section and visit ExpressTruckTax.com for more trucking blogs.

#WellnessWednesday: Getting Checked

Posted on September 16, 2015 by - expresstrucktax, health fairs, medical examiners, medical screenings, National Truck Driver Appreciation Week

In honor of National Truck Driver Appreciation Week (NTDAW)—Sept. 13-19—ExpressTruckTax wants to focus this #WellnessWednesday on staying healthy and in good shape with medical screenings, glucose tests, and flu shots. Fortunately, leading trucking associations are hosting free health fairs to provide such evaluations for their hard-working and committed drivers.

Why Is It Important?

Medical screenings and other tests are meant to ensure that drivers are healthy enough to operate a heavy truck and perform their daily responsibilities. A typical screening will test a driver’s vision, hearing, blood pressure, breathing, and judgment skills while also checking for neurological and cardiovascular problems.

Who, What, Where?

Even though we’re halfway through the week, TA and Petro Shopping Centers, for instance, are providing free health fairs until Oct. 2. See below for the locations:

  • TA Eloy: 2949 N. Toltec Rd., Eloy, AZ
  • Petro Ontario East: 4325 E. Guasti Rd., Ontario, CA
  • TA Cartersville: 981 Cassville White Rd., Cartersville, GA
  • TA Boise: 4115 South Broadway Ave., Boise, ID
  • TA Clayton: 10346 South State Rd. 39, Clayton, IN
  • Petro Clearwater: 950 State Hwy 24, Clearwater, MN
  • TA Pembroke: 8420 Alleghany Rd., Corfu, NY
  • TA West Greenwich: 849 Victory Hwy, West Greenwich, RI
  • TA New Braunfels: 4817 I-35 Frontage Rd., New Braunfels, TX

ExpressTruckTax recommends that you maintain your health and get checked as often as possible. Medical screenings by a certified medical examiner, as opposed annual checkups by a doctor, can inform you if there are serious problems that may make you an unsafe driver. After all, you must protect your life and the life of others while on the road.

Do you have some tips on staying healthy as a truck driver? Or maybe you would like to share some highlights from your own wellness journey. Either way, drop us a line on Facebook or Twitter!

You can also call us at 704.234.6005, or email us at support@expresstrucktax.com if you have any questions. We love hearing from you, Trucking Nation!

It’s National Truck Driver Appreciation Week

Posted on September 14, 2015 by - expresstrucktax, freight, National Truck Driver Appreciation Week, truck drivers, trucking industry

That’s right! From Sept. 13 to 19, professional truck drivers across the country will be admired and acknowledged for their hard work and dedication in the industry. Businesses are offering promotions and hosting various events and tributes, such as free daily deals, coffee refills, and a health fair for free blood pressure screenings, glucose tests, and flu shots. In addition, our own affiliates are providing fun and memorable activities for National Truck Driver Appreciation Week. Take a look below or refer to TheTrucker.com to get the complete 411 on the following events:

Celadon Trucking

Steve Sommers from America’s Truckin’ Network will be at Celadon headquarters from Monday to Thursday while Kristi Lee and Tom Griswold from the Bob and Tom Show will be in attendance on Friday. Make sure to check out the schedule because something fun and special will be happening each day!

Con-way Truckload

Management will be providing delicious grilled lunches for their drivers at terminals, as well as giving away random items and prizes. Get yourself a free hat or T-shirt. You deserve it!

RWI Transportation

RWI has scheduled hourly giveaways from Monday to Friday, as well as daily food for its drivers. Don’t miss out—each operator can receive gifts and free truck washes!

Schneider

Drivers can come for free food and drinks as Schneider provides tents and grills at more than 100 of their locations. This week is also a chance for drivers to chat with executives and receive personal thanks for a job well done.

Did You Know?

To further commemorate approximately 3.5 million hard-working men and women who make up America’s trucking industry, I’d like to provide some interesting facts, courtesy of Planet Freight.

  • The trucking industry collects, on average, $650 billion in revenue each year. That is about 5% of America’s GDP. 
  • In the United States, there are over 200,000 female long haul drivers. 
  • There are about 15.5 million trucks operating in the United States today. 
  • The top transported goods in the United States are clothing, food, furniture, and electrical machinery equipment/goods. 
  • The trucking industry is expected to grow by about 21% over the next 10 years. 
  • Annually, trucking accounts for about 70% of all freight transported in the United States. 

A Note from Us

Everybody at ExpressTruckTax recognizes you and thanks you for not only for being a loyal customer but for impacting the trucking industry in such a powerful way. Without you, essential freight wouldn’t be moved across the U.S. every single day and our precious goods wouldn’t be delivered in a safe, timely manner. We appreciate you, Trucking Nation!

We’d love to speak with you if you have any questions or concerns. Just give us a call at 704.234.6005, email us at support@expresstrucktax.com, or drop us a line on Facebook or Twitter!