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Clientele Spotlight: Black History Month 2023

Posted on February 3, 2023 by - Black History Month, trucking industry, trucking industry facts

Here at ExpressTruckTax, we are dedicated to helping guarantee truckers and trucking companies a simple and easy Form 2290 filing experience. We also acknowledge the amazing efforts drivers put in to keep our nation running. It is officially February, which means it is Black History Month. 

Black History Month was first suggested by Black United Students at Kent State University in 1969 and was soon adopted as a celebration around the country. In 1976 it was recognized by President Gerald Ford during the United States bicentennial, urging Americans to honor Black Americans and their accomplishments throughout history. In recent years, the trucking industry has seen steady growth in the amount of African American drivers in the industry. This means the industry is becoming more diverse and inclusive as a whole. 

As far as contributions to the transportation industry go, there have been many significant and impactful contributions made by African Americans throughout the years. One of these important figures is Garret Morgan who became known as the “Father of Transportation Technology” because of his invention of the traffic signal in 1923. 

Another important contribution to the transportation industry was made by Frederick McKinley Jones, who invented the mechanical transport refrigeration unit which is seen in today’s reefer freight haulers. He won the National Medal of Technology in 1991 for his invention. This has made it possible for trucks and train cars to transport fresh and frozen foods long distances. 

Meredith Gourdine also made an important contribution to the transportation industry with his development of an exhaust purification system in 1967. This invention is known as the catalytic converter, which helps minimize harmful emissions released into the air. 

In the mid-1970s through the 1980s, Dr. Gladys West, a famous African American mathematician programmed a 7030 Stretch computer. It was designed to map the shape of the earth and aided in the development of the Global Positioning System (GPS). 

Here at ExpressTruckTax we value and celebrate our African American clients and want to make sure they all have the best filing experience possible. We also want to take the time to highlight some of our fantastic African American clientele and business owners that have generated their 2290 or 8849 Forms with us. We want to hear about your filing experiences!

If you would like your business featured, or want to shout out an African-American-owned trucking company you love, reach out to support@expresstrucktax.com.

We will feature these businesses through a Facebook post upon your approval. 

Clientele Spotlight: Native American Heritage Month

Posted on November 5, 2022 by - Customer spotlight, ExpressTruckTax customer spotlight, feature spotlight, Native American Heritage Month

November marks the start of Native American Heritage Month. There are over five hundred sovereign tribal nations with a formal nation-to-nation relationship with the United States government. In recent years, the trucking industry has seen an increase in Native American drivers and Native-American-owned trucking businesses, including ones that are women-owned. 

Here at ExpressTruckTax we value all of our Native American clients and want to make sure they all get the best filing experience possible. The entire filing process takes only a few minutes and can be completed in only a few simple steps Our outstanding customer support team also offers support available in Spanish to answer any questions related to Form 2290 you may have to ensure you file everything correctly. 

ExpressTruckTax has a sister company, TruckLogics, a Trucking Management Software. TruckLogics caters to trucking companies located in Mexico, Canada, and the United States. It offers an all-in-one trucking management solution to help you manage every aspect of your trucking business, including dispatching drivers, creating loads, managing trucks and equipment, recording truck maintenance, IFTA reporting, and much more. 

In honor of Native American Heritage Month, ExpressTruckTax wants to take the time to highlight some of our amazing Hispanic clientele and business owners that have generated their 2290 or 8849 Forms with us. We want to hear about your filing experiences.

If you would like your business featured, or want to shout out a Native American-owned trucking company you love, reach out to support@expresstrucktax.com.

We will feature these businesses through a Facebook post upon your approval.

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!

Happy Memorial Day from ExpressTruckTax!

Posted on May 27, 2022 by - expresstrucktax, Happy memorial day, Memorial Day Weekend, Truckers remember

As the weather starts to get warmer with the first signs of summer, it is once again time for a very important day! ExpressTruckTax and our amazing support team want to wish you all a happy and safe Memorial Day weekend! At ExpressTruckTax we know many truckers have relatives in the military or are veterans themselves. 

This Memorial Day we honor all of those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for America and their families in the trucking industry. 

We hope you enjoy this day and hope you take some time to relax with your family and friends. Enjoy the finer things in life while honoring the brave souls who have fought, and are still fighting, for the freedom of our great nation!

If you don’t have the weekend off and are working, don’t forget that the roads can get a little crazy with everyone traveling for the summer. If you’re out driving your truck and hauling goods, make sure you stay safe out there and enjoy an amazing Memorial Day weekend regardless!

How The Trucking Industry Is Becoming More Sustainable This Earth Day

Posted on April 22, 2022 by - Earth Day, EArth Day 2022

April 22nd, 2022 is Earth Day! A day about celebrating the planet we call home. As part of an effort to help to save this wonderful world, many industries are striving to reduce their emissions. The Trucking Industry accounts for nearly a quarter of the emissions in the United States. In spite of this, the industry has been shifting towards more sustainable and environmentally friendly solutions for the past few years. 

In order to help the trucking industry become more sustainable, there have been many strides made toward this goal.

Reduction of Trucks Driving With Empty or Less Than Full Loads

When a truck drives with an empty or less than full load, not only is it not cost-effective, but it also contributes to greenhouse gas emissions. When a truck has a full load, it is more cost-efficient for customers and makes sure that our transportation resources are being utilized to their full potential. 

Improvement of Truck Aerodynamics

If a truck is more aerodynamic it can not only reduce a truck’s drag but can make the vehicle more efficient overall. Redesigning a truck’s shape, and the distance between the truck and the trailer, among other factors that are constantly being improved. Improving trucks like this can shorten delivery times and potentially help decrease the amount of fuel consumed. 

Advanced Technology

Advancements in technology have allowed trucks to have sensors that collect data such as idle times for truck engines and even tire pressure and analyze it to improve the entire transportation industry.  Some advancements in technology can even help with route planning. This software can analyze data to predict weather conditions and traffic to help drivers choose the best route that consumes the least amount of fuel and is more time-efficient. 

Alternative Fuel Sources

This is one of the most discussed ways to help reduce emissions in the trucking industry. Many companies are pushing toward more eco-friendly fuel options such as biodiesel, but the push towards getting electric vehicles has been a major focus. Many automotive companies are pushing to make electric and alternative fuel vehicles more accessible to the trucking industry as a whole since electric vehicles have lower carbon emissions.

How You Can Make A Difference This Earth Day?

We all have to remember that Earth is important and how we take care of it is up to us. Making sure truckloads are full and trucks are not left sitting idle can be one way to reduce carbon emissions but there are many more. The trucking industry is very important and helps people get the goods they need. Everyone has a role to play in helping the environment, including those in the trucking industry. 

We Can’t Wait To See You At The Mid-America Trucking Show: Fifty Years And Counting!

Posted on March 21, 2022 by - ”trucking company”, Mid America Trucking Show, Mid America Trucking Show 2022, Trucking Business

The Mid-American Trucking Show or MATS for short is happening March 24-26th, 2022 in Louisville, Kentucky. This year marks the show’s 50th anniversary. Founded in 1972 to make trucking shows more accessible to the eastern part of the United States, the show has since grown to be the largest trucking show in the world. 

With over one million square feet of exhibits, over a thousand exhibitors, and over forty special events, the show’s over seventy-two thousand attendees are sure to have a great time! The event features live entertainment, many special guests, and talks covering current industry-related topics. There will be an opening celebration, a concert featuring Clay Walker, a Veterans in Trucking event, a truck and tractor pulling event, a PKY Truck Championship, over thirty acres of free parking, and much more!

Everyone who plans to attend the show will surely have a great time. We will be there too and can’t wait to meet you and network with you! We know this time of year can be stressful with the end of this tax year approaching fast and the Heavy Vehicle Use Tax (HVUT) 22-23 tax year pre-filing season right around the corner. If you are a truck driver and are responsible for filing your Form 2290 for the HVUT, the deadline is coming up and ExpressTruckTax has your back. File soon so you can go to the show not having to worry about accruing any more penalties for late filing! It’s easy! What are you waiting for? File with ExpressTruckTax today!

How To Increase Your Trucking Client Base With DIY Marketing

Posted on May 6, 2020 by - Owner Operators, Trucking Advice, Trucking Companies

Whether you are just getting your own authority or you are struggling to increase your current client base, you should consider using these no-nonsense, do-it-yourself marketing techniques.

These techniques come at little or no cost to you and they don’t require a marketing guru to implement.

With just a little elbow grease, these simple marketing strategies can help increase your brand awareness and trucking client base.

Marketing evaluation

Your first step to creating a trucking marketing strategy is to look at how your business compares to other trucking operations in your community. Also, consider your level of experience compared to theirs. 

If you are a well-established trucking company with a solid reputation for delivering on time, capitalize on that fact! If you are just starting out, focus on what you excel at or what sets you apart from others, so clients can see more value from your services.

Work with other related trucking businesses within your area to cross-promote each other’s services. For instance, if you use a great factoring company, ask if they would be willing to mention you on their social media pages.

Think like a small business

It’s important to remember, especially if you just got your own authority, that you are a small business owner. You need a modern-looking website (these are surprisingly easy and cheap to create with websites like Squarespace.com and Wix.com). 

You need at least one business social media account for your business (Facebook is usually best). And most importantly, you need to pay attention to how people are responding to your online presence.

Find your niche

Don’t just haul groceries or construction equipment because that’s what your buddy does. Do some research and figure out what is in demand and use social media and your website to show how you are a perfect match for that part of the trucking industry.

Client relations

Join your state trucking association and start networking with other companies in the trucking industry. 

Make sure that you are mentioning your clients on your social media accounts. Let them know if you had a good experience. Show other potential clients that you are polite and engaged. No one wants to do business with someone who comes off as grumpy.

Mobile marketing

If you haven’t already, be sure to get your logo on your truck and trailers if possible. This is an easy way to raise brand awareness while you are simply driving around.

According to Fleet Owner, marketing on your truck and trailer is more effective than almost any other form of marketing for truckers.

However, this one isn’t really DIY.

The best option is to have your truck professionally wrapped with a graphic of your logo and phone number. It will look much better this way.

Your name and number must be large enough so people can see while driving and must be branded so it can be recognized on your website and social media.

Join local charities

Become a Toys-For-Tots drop-off location during the holiday season. Alternatively, get involved with local toy drives or charities. You will be seen doing good within your community, and your name will be noticed every time someone donates a toy to a child in need.

Get DAT with TruckLogics

With new DAT load board integration from TruckLogics, you can post your truck availability so that clients can start contacting you, instead of the other way around.

You can set the dates that you are available and even where you would like to run!

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