America's truck tours the U.S

Soldiers Magazine, April, 2004

YELLOW ribbons, care packages, prayers--Ed and Tonie Negrin of Scottsdale, Ariz., have done more than that to show their support for deployed service members. The couple designed "America's Trucks," painted with such patriotic images as waving flags, Soldiers' faces and military symbols.

"The inspiration to create these trucks was kindled by the memory of the many brave Americans who have been willing to die for freedom and country; people who found the concept of liberty bigger and greater than themselves," reads a letter by the Negins on their Web site, www.americastruck.net.

Inspired to honor America's heroes after the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks, the couple began transforming trucks used in their courier business, then began touring military bases and major cities. Their first truck was painted like an American flag and dubbed the "Liberty Truck." The next was plastered with images supporting Operation Enduring Freedom. The Negrins have since added vehicles highlighting Operation Iraqi Freedom, and one they've named "Defend America."

The Negrins schedule tours across America to inspire patriotism with their trucks and give gifts to service members.

To view photos of the trucks, download wallpaper for your computer desktop, request a visit or ask for one of their gifts, go to www.americastruck.net.