DMTC

01/09/2022

This is a friend of one contact of our customer. She asked me to share. If anybody could help out, it would be helpful

05/28/2020

https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/a-truck-drivers-long-haul-during-coronavirus-crisis-you-realize-just-how-alone-we-are/ar-BB14HBFk?ocid=spartanntp

Robert Greene’s lonely job as a truck driven has gotten even more isolating in recent months. His income has plummeted, and places to eat, shower and sleep during his journeys have become harder to find. His wife’s recent battle with coronavirus only increased his stress.

04/15/2020

https://transforcegroup.com/media-center/blog/truck-driver-covid-19-resources/?utm_campaign=customer_coronavirus&utm_source=linkedin_drive360&utm_medium=social

COVID-19 has impacted truck drivers' ability to access food, restrooms, lodging and more. We've created a list of resources available across the country.

03/25/2020

**UPDATE & CLARIFICATION -- TRUCK DRIVING HEROES, you must call and place your order BEFORE 8pm, then pickup between 8pm-9pm. Jethro's kitchen closes at 8pm. Sorry for the confusion - share with your peeps!

TRUCK DRIVING HEROES -- Jethro's 'n Jake's Smokehouse Steaks in Altoona is staying open until 9pm - just for YOU!

Altoona Peeps - share with your family and friends in the industry!

03/23/2020

ATTENTION TRUCKERS // To show appreciation & gratitude for the trucking industry, while also providing business to local restaurants, the IMTA in collaboration with Governor Kim Reynolds office & the Iowa Department of Transportation, will be handing out complimentary boxed lunches to truck drivers on Tuesday and Wednesday of this week.

Tuesday (10-2)
Jasper County Scale
I-80 Westbound east of Mitchelville
Mile marker 150

Wednesday (10-2)
Dallas County Scale
I-80 Eastbound east of Van Meter
Mile marker 115

The scales will be open specifically for lunch distribution only, there will be no enforcement activities.

BE SURE TO STOP FOR A BOXED LUNCH & LET US

09/13/2018

Congrats to our owner Jack on becoming the chairman of IMTA board

The Iowa Motor Truck Association was formed in 1942 after a group of motor carriers felt that Iowa’s trucking industry needed a voice at the State Capitol. The association not only is the recognized voice of trucking, it is also a valued business partner to its members through the variety of membe...

08/24/2018

https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/good-news/truck-drivers-go-the-extra-mile-for-a-boys-birthday-surprise/ar-BBMgsBj?ocid=spartandhp

Dakota "Bubba" Cadd wasn't expecting to get a greeting from a group of strangers on his birthday

06/19/2018

https://www.cnbc.com/2018/05/28/truck-driver-shortage-higher-shipping-costs-amazon-retail.html

The cost of convenient shipping is starting to catch up with consumers. According to the American Trucking Associations, there’s a shortage of roughly 50,000 truck drivers across the country, and it’s hitting businesses and consumers in the wallet.

10/30/2017

Happy Halloween from DMTC!

10/26/2017

What's missing from this story?

50,000 more drivers are needed by the end of 2017 and that number could more than triple in 10 years