10-4 Magazine / July 2025 49 Giving me a little insight with what it means for Dustin to have pride in the truck he drives, he said it is very important for him to drive a truck that looks like it doesn’t work. He has always wanted something that stands out, has never had a problem buying someone else’s truck, and gladly gives them the credit for the build, including the truck his driver Nic Baker runs, which was built by Iowa Customs (a sharp white and green 2023 Peterbilt 389 with plenty of custom features). Regarding someone looking to start their own company, Dustin explained, “You do it because it is what you want to do, not because of the money. There are times the money doesn’t make sense, but your passion will see you through. If you are smart and passionate, the money will come.” Special thanks from Dustin and Emily to each other first and foremost as they have been a constant in their worlds to grow together – in life and business. To LeRoy and Amanda McRoberts for not only being a couple to look up to, but for entrusting them to take over their company, too. From Dustin to Dillon Kunkel, who he can relate to, owning a business, and the challenges it brings. Thank you goes to longtime friend Nic Baker for recommending his bosses, Dustin and Emily, for their nice truck to photograph and a story worth telling. Thank you to Dustin and Emily for the opportunity to photograph your truck, the insight into your world, and the honor of telling your story. To see not only a company with very nice trucks, but also a power couple, who are so solid in their marriage that it becomes the very glue to anything they are building together. As always, to all the drivers out there doing the deal, truck safe. n
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