Sept 13: National Truck Driver Appreciation Week

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Celebrated annually, this year’s National Truck Driver Appreciation Week runs from September 13 - 19, 2026, and takes on a special meaning for our nation's economy. Professional truck drivers are the key link in our nation's supply chain, continuing to deliver for our nation and state everyday!

Join us this September in Thanking Louisiana Truckers!

APPRECIATION GIFTS

This year, each registered company will receive up to 50 complimentary gifts (one per driver): a magnetic kickstand work light.

This versatile light features a powerful 200-lumen side light and 65-lumen flashlight, making it ideal for inspections, roadside repairs, and other low-light situations. Complete with a magnetic base, built-in stand, hanging hook, pocket clip, and batteries, it's a practical tool drivers will use long after Truck Driver Appreciation Week.

These gifts are provided at no cost, thanks to the generous support of the LMTA Foundation. The only thing we ask is that you tag LMTA Foundation (@LMTAFoundation) on Facebook when handing out your gifts so we can celebrate with you and recognize the drivers who keep our roads moving.

GIFT REGISTRATION DETAILS:

• Gifts are only available to companies that employ truck drivers.
• Allied Industry—including insurance companies, vendors, service providers, and others who do not directly employ drivers—are not eligible.
• You do not need to be an LMTA member to register—this initiative is open to all who employ truck drivers.
• There is a strict limit of 50 gifts per company. 

Gift registration is now open.

SOCIAL MEDIA TOOLKIT

Celebrate with us on social media!  Join us in celebrating truck drivers by sharing a message on social media, highlight a special driver in your life, or tell your friends and colleagues why you appreciate truckers.

A guide, including sample post and graphics, for social media will be available here in the coming weeks. Stay tuned for more!