Could you be one of the 38 million American adults with diabetes or 88 million Americans that are pre-diabetic and not know it? This month is American Diabetes Month, and we want to shine a spotlight on what has become one of the fastest growing health epidemics in the United States. It is also one of the three top diagnosis St. Christopher Fund sees from truck drivers that apply for assistance. Statistics show that the number of people diagnosed with diabetes has grown 700% in the last 50 years! Coincidentally, the cost of insulin has risen 1,700% since 1970.
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We stand pride in call you our HEROES!
Every Pit stops that you make to deliver runs the nation. It’s a worldwide crisis that’s happening and yet you do not fail to come in aid. Expecting nothing and risking everything you meet our needs in the best possible way. Thank you, dear truckers, for all your efforts amidst this pandemic. It’s not that a hero with unearthly powers shall come to aid but, in reality, is a common man who stands heroic amongst all and that’s you dear truckers. We all stand in pride calling you our heroes.
The whole nation has been in a standstill for months and affecting daily life to a near-impossible circumstance but still, you were there to supply our needs, you’re the blood that flows through the veins of the nation and carries our lifeline across. Stay safe as the nation needs you more at this point. As the current situation has brought the selflessness of truckers to the limelight, we do see people helping out truckers on the move and urge everyone to do so. Never expecting any praise you’ve rushed for our needs. Thank you for everything so far and the days to come, we’re all with you and we remember you in our prayers.
Continue readingIt’s just a couple of weeks before your Pro-rated HVUT Form 2290 expires!
Hello there dear truckers, the Pro-rated HVUT Form 2290 is now due by 04/30/2020 for vehicles first used since March 2020. This deadline is been drafted by the IRS federal law that indicates that Form 2290 must be filed by the last day of the month following the month of its first use. And COVID-19 playing its role as our fate lies on it the govt is yet to announce any news relating to form 2290. Though we are amidst a global pandemic it is our duty to support our nation through such tax payments and this blog is just a reminder for that.
You may even think if this deadline has anything to do about the regular Annual renewals which are basically due by June & payable until August. But, it does not. This deadline is only concerned about vehicles that are into service since March 2020.
The Heavy highway vehicle is basically paid on trucks with a minimum taxable gross weight of 55000 lbs and it’s paid for vehicles that are used over the public highways for commercial, agricultural & logging purposes. The desired mileage limit for exemption is drafted upon these vehicles based on the nature of its use.
For commercial based units & logging vehicles, the desired mileage limit of exemption is said to be 5000 miles each and for Agricultural based vehicles, it is said to be 7500 miles. Only when to seem to exceed the respective mileage based on your vehicle’s desired purpose of use you need to make the tax payment to the IRS full in advance for the period it needs to be reported.
Failure to pay the tax dues on time results in the incurrence of penalties & interests on top of the requisite tax due owed anywhere ranging from 2.5% to 4.5% of the total tax due amount to be paid granting no further extensions whatsoever. E-filing 2290 has been made easy with www.truckdues.com where quality service is been offered at a much affordable price as e-filing begins here as low as $7.99 our help-desk is just at a phone call away. So amidst this coronavirus issue, the nation still needs more truckers to deliver the necessities and if you have a new truck bought and if you intend to put the vehicle on road you need to file your taxes to get the registrations done. So, why are you waiting to start filing now?
It’s a Pandemic, Be Safe and Work Smart!
Lockdown around the world, businesses shut down and people are isolated inside their homes. It’s a major setback to the world economy, stock markets plunging as never seen before in decades. Corona has brought the world to almost a standstill situation now. Governments locking down their borders and working day and night to stop this pandemic. Its time for us to be responsible and stay cautious.
As per the CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) report the total number of cases reported to date is 213,144 and increasing. Out of which 4,513 deaths have declared. Our president in his recent press meet has confirmed that a greater number of people will get affected and the death tolls might increase drastically. If you are at your home please stay indoors and avoid contacting people as much as you can as they might be passive carriers of the disease.
We’re not trying to market our product but its better to do stay indoors and file your Form 2290s as this will stop you from going outdoors and risking yourself. Go digital and try to make the most of the online services to get all your works done. By e-filing your Form 2290’s you save Time, money and probably even your health. As online services are a healthy alternative at this moment. If you’re not familiar with how to file your taxes online, we are here to assist you. We are open for work through remote access for your e-filing need through calls, chats, and email.
E-filing just takes around 5 minutes of your time to prepare your tax return and within minutes you would receive the schedule-1 copy in your email. The taxes can also be paid by opting for an automatic debit from your checking or savings account so that you may not necessarily go out to mail a check. Also, we’re economical when it comes to pricing as we charge only $7.99 per vehicle filing. We are at your disposal, Kindly call us at 347-151-2290 or just drop us an email to support@truckdues.com
Stay safe and work safe!
Protect Yourself and Others from the novel Coronavirus disease (COVID-19)
It is with great sadness that the world is facing a “To be” pandemic disease the “CORONA VIRUS” (COVID-19) being reported from more than 113 countries apart from china from where its outburst declared first in the world with effecting more than 80,000 people and 43,500 outside the nation so far and increasing. This is the time to be cautious and not to get prone to it. This is a concern, especially towards you dear truckers!
Continue readingComparison between AAOO & OOIDA
The American Association of Owner Operators (AAOO) is a nationwide association created to benefit professional truckers and small fleet owners. The Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) is the international trade association representing the interests of independent owner-operators and professional drivers on all issues that affect truckers. There is an interesting post in AAOO site comparing both these bodies and here it is for your review… Continue reading
Thank you for your Service! We salute your dedication.
Freedom was never free! We live in a Free Country now. Amidst of our commitment clogged life & busy schedules we must take a moment to recognize the hard work and dedication of our American veterans on observance of Armistice Day. Our Veterans old and young alike, wore physical and mental scars of combat for one reason that is for us to have a Safer Life. After serving our country so honorably, many of our war heroes feel a sense of duty to continue to give back to the land they love and have fought so hard to protect. Continue reading