FEATURED PODCAST / OUR STORY
How BTL came to be.
In Donnie’s own words.
Donnie joins Jon and Justin on Behind the Wheelhouse, part of Trucker Talk Radio, to share the road that led to BTL Solutions—from his early days in truck parts and equipment sales to starting the business in 2019.
Hear how a recurring delivery challenge became an opportunity, why the driver network came before the company, and how relationships continue to shape the way BTL works.
Trucker Talk Radio · July 22, 2026 · 43 minutes
Listen to Donnie’s storyBEST EQUIPMENT COMPANY / PARTNERSHIP
Earning the opportunity.
Building the partnership.
Donnie and Jadan visited Best Equipment Company’s Indianapolis team to tour the facility, learn more about the trucks, and spend time with the people behind the partnership. In his LinkedIn post, Donnie reflects on the persistence it took to earn that first opportunity and the daily work of deserving the next one.
Best Equipment’s team shared their appreciation in the comments:
“You and your team do a great job for us. No one comes close.”
Mike Dahlmann
CEO/Owner, Best Equipment Company
“The entire BTL Solutions team is truly phenomenal!”
Alex James
Sales Operations and Logistics Manager, Best Equipment Company
From Donnie Bain’s LinkedIn post and comments from the Best Equipment team.
BTL UPDATE / PEOPLE & TECHNOLOGY
Investing in the people behind every delivery.
In his website launch update, Donnie outlines plans for expanded service and breakdown support, driver and customer portals, and driver rewards. He explains why recognizing professional drivers and investing in the team and technology matter: helping the people who represent our customers protect those customers’ reputations with every move.
Read Donnie’s update on LinkedInIN THE INDUSTRY / DONNIE’S PERSPECTIVE
Better trucks start with listening to drivers.
The people behind the wheel deserve equipment that supports the work they do. In Leyhan Hansen’s article, Garbage Truck Cabs Are Failing, Donnie shares his perspective from years in the refuse equipment industry on cab comfort, practical design, and the everyday challenges drivers face. At BTL, understanding the equipment means listening to the people who operate it.
By Leyhan Hansen · August 20, 2025 · Featuring Donnie Bain
Read the full article on LinkedInOUR DRIVER NETWORK
Trust is built before the truck moves.
Donnie explains why BTL’s drive-away work stays within an established network and why knowing the people and equipment matters when a partner hands over a valuable unit.
Read Donnie’s post on LinkedInOUR AMBITION
Growth with a responsibility attached.
As BTL approaches a business milestone, Donnie looks at a deeper measure of progress: the role the team earns in its partners’ operations and the daily effort required to keep that trust.
Read Donnie’s post on LinkedInRAISING THE STANDARD
The network we want to build.
Donnie lays out his priorities for the future: drivers who feel respected, customers who know who represents them, and relationships grounded in communication and accountability.
Read Donnie’s post on LinkedInCUSTOMER SHOUTOUT / TLG PETERBILT
Years of trust. Truck after truck.
Donnie recognizes The Larson Group (TLG Peterbilt), a BTL customer since 2021, and reflects on the steady work behind a lasting relationship: improving deliveries, representing customers well, and earning their business again. TLG also shared its thanks for the continued partnership in the comments.
Read Donnie’s customer shoutout on LinkedInINDUSTRY PERSPECTIVE / EQUIPMENT RENTALS
Behind every urgent rental is a team.
When a truck goes down or a job needs additional equipment, rental providers and transportation teams work together to get a replacement where it belongs. Donnie highlights the companies serving the refuse and environmental equipment industry and BTL’s role in coordinating the move and getting a driver behind the wheel.
Read Donnie’s rental industry post on LinkedIn