Semi’s, RV’s, & Heavy Equipment

Semi’s, RV’s, & Heavy Equipment

Newly Remodeled Shop, Built for
Semi’s & Commercial Vehicles

Newly Remodeled Shop, Built for
Semi’s & Commercial Vehicles

Midwest Tinting took our longest standing store in Independence, Missouri, conveniently located off I70 and 40HWY, and completely remodeled it. In 1975 we started with a small, two car garage. Now, we’re standing tall with 5 bays, 14 foot garage doors, and 38 feet in length. We can accommodate semi’s, tow trucks, RV’s, boats, and other commercial vehicles inside our state of the art, air-conditioned facility. Our parking lot, garage space, and flexible scheduling make for an easy, in-and-out the door experience.

We offer a wide range of services such as window tint, paint protection, stripe kits, ceramic coating, vinyl wrapping, and commercial & residential window tint. Can’t drop your vehicle off? No problem. You can wait in our cozy lobby with coffee, TV, & wifi.

Midwest Tinting took our longest standing store in Independence, Missouri, conveniently located off I70 and 40HWY, and completely remodeled it. In 1975 we started with a small, two car garage. Now, we’re standing tall with 5 bays, 14 foot garage doors, and 38 feet in length. We can accommodate semi’s, tow trucks, RV’s, boats, and other commercial vehicles inside our state of the art, air-conditioned facility. Our parking lot, garage space, and flexible scheduling make for an easy, in-and-out the door experience.

We offer a wide range of services such as window tint, paint protection, stripe kits, ceramic coating, vinyl wrapping, and commercial & residential window tint. Can’t drop your vehicle off? No problem. You can wait in our cozy lobby with coffee, TV, & wifi.

Protecting Semi Truck Drivers

Studies show, higher cancer rates occur on the left side of the face and arm of commercial vehicle drivers. Truck drivers spend almost every day with their left side facing the sun. They’re not just driving for a couple of hours a day like the average commuter – days on end are spent soaking up sunlight. This is your mobile office! Our window films will help provide comfort, reduce glare, and protect you from harmful UV rays. Even when exposure doesn’t turn cancerous, UV rays can accelerate aging and wrinkles. The New England Journal of Medicine released a photograph of a retired truck driver with a condition known as unilateral dermatoheliosis. The left side of the man’s face was noticeably different from the right, with significant wrinkling, sagging and tissue damage. He had been a truck driver for 28 years.

To keep drivers healthy, the Department of Transportation’s (DOT) has amended safety regulations to allow certain clear UV blocking window tint and film on big rig windows. 3M Crystalline series is one of the highest recommended lines of film because of the significant UV and infrared rejection rate. Having crystalline on your vehicle is like wearing 1000 SPF.
Midwest Tinting is proud to offer a wide range of window tinting options, including clear, UV, and IR blocking tint, as mentioned by the IWFA. We urge any drivers that spend extended periods of time on the road, to install UV blocking window tint to reduce risk of skin cancer.

What is the DOT legal limit for window tinting on Semi Trucks?

As stated on the Department of Transportation’s (DOT) Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s (FMCSA) website, Coloring or tinting of windshields and windows: Coloring or tinting of windshields and the windows to the immediate right and left of the driver is allowed, provided the light transmittance through the colored or tinted glazing is not less than 70 percent light transmitted. The transmittance restriction does not apply to other windows behind the driver on the commercial motor vehicle.

What window tinting does Midwest Tinting offer in compliance with DOT regulations?

Shades offered: 70% | 45% | 15% | 5%
Rejects up to 87% of infrared rays
Blocks 49% of solar energy
Provides over 99% UV protection

Custom DOT Truck Decal

Looking for USDOT number, Company Name, or other regulation decals? Look no further! Midwest Tinting can help you create a custom decal to advertise your business, and comply with the DOT’s rules & regulations.

DOT laws require carriers operating commercial vehicles must display their name and USDOT number on both sides of the cab or vehicle door. The lettering must be bold and contrasting to the color of the surface the lettering is applied to.

Stripe Kits and Customizations

Truck drivers spend more time on the road than they do at home, why not make it unique? Your truck can look professionally coordinated and standout without spending thousands on a custom paint job.
Pre-Ordering stripe kits online can be stressful, difficult to install, or frustrating if it’s not the right size or dimension. Allow our team of experts to provide you a hassle-free experience. We can help design, and install custom graphics, made specifically for your vehicle.

Stop by our Independence store, conveniently located on 40 Hwy, between I70 and Sterling, just near the stadiums, for a quote or walk in-appointment!