our history
the btr journey
From a bold vision in 2002 to becoming one of North America’s leading truck rental companies, BTR’s history is defined by solving specific fleet challenges and adapting to industry growth. Over the years, we’ve evolved from a small startup to a powerhouse in truck rental, proudly serving the environmental or waste management, logistics, and yard operations sectors with speed, flexibility, and unmatched support.
2002
The
Beginning
Founded by Scott Dols, BTR was created with a mission to revolutionize fleet rental by providing flexible, on-demand
solutions for waste haulers.
With a deep understanding of industry needs and a commitment to service excellence, Scott built BTR into a trusted name in garbage truck rentals, offering municipalities and private haulers the ability to scale their operations without the burden of ownership.
2003-2012
Strategic Growth & Industry Partnerships
These partnerships positioned BTR as a leader in waste industry
fleet rental, ensuring customers had access to top-tier equipment with flexible terms to support their operational needs.
2013-2015
Expansion into Canada & Continued Growth
As demand for rental solutions grew, BTR expanded into Canada, further cementing its role as the premier provider of turnkey fleet rental solutions. This period marked significant investments in fleet innovation and optimization, allowing customers to operate more efficiently while maintaining lower capital expenditures.
2018-2021
Brand Expansion & Diversification
Route Ready, our dedicated truck sales program, providing customers with well-maintained, late-model rental trucks available for purchase. During this time, Trivest became BTR’s first strategic financial partner, supporting our initial expansion and growth.
Later, Astatine Investment Partners acquired BTR, further strengthening our financial position and enabling us to invest in technology, expand our fleet, and explore new market opportunities.
2018-2021
Entering the Logistics Space
Recognizing the evolving needs of the logistics and supply chain industry, BTR expanded into yard truck and terminal tractor rentals, providing essential solutions for warehouses, ports, and distribution centers. This move broadened our reach beyond waste management, establishing BTR as a multi-industry fleet provider serving both environmental and logistics markets with reliable rental and purchase options.
2023 & beyond
Unifying for the Future
With over two decades of leadership, BTR continues to grow by expanding rental and truck sales programs, strengthening partnerships, and investing in fleet innovation. As we move forward, we are positioning ourselves as BTR, evolving beyond Big Truck Rental to reflect our expanded focus across multiple industries. By consolidating our brands into one unified company, we are creating a seamless experience for customers in waste management, logistics, and beyond—delivering flexible, high-quality fleet solutions under a single, powerful identity.
driving fleets to a
more efficient tomorrow
—whether you’re new to BTR or have been with us for years.
let’s build what’s next—together
From the first truck to the next big move, BTR has your back. Ready to grow your fleet the smart way?
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