Panther Expedited Services, Inc. - Seville, Oh.?

Expediting isn't much more than LTL since the economy took a dive . Shippers aren't willing to pay the high rates . FECC has given contractors list of brokers to use to get out of dead areas .
What really sucks is when the expedite carriers give certain customers discounted fuel surcharges . No way I'd accept that if I was a contractor .

 

can someone tell me how hard it is to get into expediting now days...the only experience i have is married to my ex i worked for a company out of chicago...many years ago...no recent experience...

 

Not hard if you want to go with a cargo van but you won't make an money there . Do you have a Class B with hazmat ? You might have a slight chance of getting in a straight truck but there really isn't money to be made for team members from different households .

 

Not true - I'm in a straight truck and my co-drivers make $650-$1100 per week. If they're talented, they have the opportunity to go Lead Driver and then can DOUBLE that figure. Having a knowledgeable O/O or Lead Driver is the key to success.

 

I acknowledge the best in the industry can make that but how many ? What is "made" ? Are they on a 60/40 contract ? Has the cost of fuel and other expenses been deducted from that ?
I'm considering getting away from tanker and teaming with my wife on a straight truck .

 

Aspire to be the best, Dude! A owner from Panther called me outta the blue 15 months ago and I parleyed that into owning my own truck now. If ya have half a brain and your wife is able to contribute you'll be fine. If you do not own a truck I have owners I could recommend, as they are "Hit & Miss". I currently have a Class A license w/ Hazmat and I make 3x more than I ever made tractor/trailer. Plus, I don't hafta enter the "rodeo" that happens after 1800 at truck stops - I park when and where I want. When's the last time you were out on the road, saw something you would of LOVED to check out, but could not get the tractor/trailer over...I see it, I want it, I STOP! Good luck to you.

 

Thanks . Not read to make an immediate move but I'll keep you in mind when I need a referral

 

thanks for the info....when i drove for the a/f company out of chicago i loved it....was mainly within a three to five hundred mile range but was gone all the time from home....if you were married to my ex you would have wanted more miles i did....this is something my son and i are talking about other than tractor trailer...business is shutting down and i need a paycheck coming in...not worried about a lot of hometime....we are already use to me being gone alot from time to time...any leads on all possible companies to with are appreciated....




stay safe all....

 

Your absolutely correct! This is why I say I'm not a truck driver but a paid tourist. But best way to start is drive for a fleet owner for at least 6 months, learn the in and outs of the business, if you still love it or at least like it get your own straight truck.

 

can anyone tell me what orientation is like at panther i,m leaving tonight for ohio from ga. Any imfomatiom would be great thanks .