75 Years of Grit, Gears & Getting It Done: Celebrating McNay Truck Line during National Truck Driver Appreciation Week

If you’ve been in the trucking industry long enough, you know success isn’t just built on horsepower. It’s built on people. On legacy. On day-in, day-out reliability. That’s why we’re proud to spotlight McNay Truck Line during National Truck Driver Appreciation Week, celebrating their 75-year journey across the Midwest, and still picking up speed.

Founded by Edgar McNay with just a handful of trucks, the company was passed to his son Richard after Edgar’s unexpected passing. At just 21 years old, Richard took the wheel and grew the fleet with grit and tenacity. Today, with his daughter Mia and son-in-law Tom joining the ranks, McNay Truck Line is a full-throttle, third-generation operation. From van and reefer trailers to flatbeds and dump trucks, their drivers cover 130-150 loads per day within a 400-mile radius of Quincy, IL.

That’s not just logistics. That’s orchestration.

A Day in the Life

On any given day, McNay’s dispatch team is managing a complex web of routes and returns -- minimizing downtime and keeping freight moving efficiently. Drivers handle the rest, navigating unpredictable Midwest weather, traffic, and construction zones to make precision-timed deliveries.

And through it all, they find joy and camaraderie. One driver shared a story of pulling up to have his trailer sealed, only to find it completely empty. Turns out the loader had mistakenly filled the trailer parked next to his. They both had a good laugh, proof that even when things don’t go according to plan, good humor keeps the wheels turning.

How Rubber-Inc. Keeps Them Rolling

Behind every successful fleet is a network of reliable partners. For McNay, Rubber-Inc. plays a critical role in keeping their operations smooth and safe.

“We work closely with McNay’s maintenance team to support tire upkeep for their fleet,” says Juan Rodriguez at Rubber-Inc. “We help maximize tire life with wheel balancing and quality tire repairs, boost safety with proper torque and inflation solutions, and make sure our field team is always just a visit away to answer questions or provide training.”

Same-day turnaround, proactive follow-ups, and personalized support aren’t just perks--they’re essentials in this fast-paced world where a delay can mean missed loads and lost revenue.

“Tires are critical to the movement of goods,” the McNay team shared. “Rubber-Inc. has high standards in the products they offer--keeping the wheels turning.”

Standing Behind the Drivers Who Drive America

At Rubber-Inc., we know the trucking industry is the backbone of America’s logistics chain. The men and women behind the wheel keep freight moving and shelves stocked--not just during National Truck Driver Appreciation Week, but every single day.

Through snow, storms, and supply-chain snags, drivers deliver. And fleets like McNay need suppliers who move just as fast.

We’re proud to stand behind them, with the tools, parts, and service they can count on.