Will it get better?

deal with it for a year then move on.

we've all had to do it.

 

You can try contacting the consignee and let them know you will be in the area early and can deliver.You would be surprised how many will accept it early.

 

I've been getting the same thing lately, 700-800 mile runs with 3 days to do them. Lots of sitting and waiting. I have also been getting more loads with directions that say NOT to call about an earlier delivery or Swift will lose the account.

 

freight seems to be slow across the board in most markets hopefully it will come back.

as for calling the shipper, when i was at swift i always did but be nice and don't be pushy, most of the time they will take you early,

 

My DM sent a message last week for drivers to be patient because freight was slow everywhere.
I may sit for a day or two each week, but my miles have been averaging around 2500 for the past few weeks.

 

Cycles. You have to deal with 'em.


Just like being married.

 

I've had three loads this week, all the same thing. All about 600 miles and have to sit about 12-34 hours before delivery. Like someone said freight is slow acrossed the board. Take it as an opportunity to get some cleaning done on your truck. Get organized yada yada. That way you are ready to roll when ya get yer next load.

 

^^^^^^THIS^^^^^^^