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New O/O running in the SE.

Discussion in 'Ask An Owner Operator' started by KullenTrucking, Feb 27, 2021.

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  1. Feb 28, 2021 #11
    KullenTrucking

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    Good point, Thanks
     
    KullenTrucking, Feb 28, 2021
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  3. Feb 28, 2021 #12
    WIlee81

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    Another option to look into if you're able and willing is the northern gulf coast running tanker. Tons of chem plants between New Orleans and Houston along the I10 corridor.
     
    WIlee81, Feb 28, 2021
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  4. Feb 28, 2021 #13
    tommymonza

    tommymonza Road Train Member

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    Suggestions for companies for O/Os ?
     
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  5. Feb 28, 2021 #14
    KullenTrucking

    KullenTrucking Light Load Member

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    What caught my attention when looking at load boards was the rates are much higher up in the NE compared to the SE. $3.00 - $3.50/mile was average, some even as high as $4.95/mile. I didnt see much over $3/mile for loads in the SE. What factor(s) drive down rates as soon as you move down south?
     
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  7. Feb 28, 2021 #15
    HillbillyDeluxeTruck

    HillbillyDeluxeTruck Road Train Member

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    What type of freight and equipment are you using/planning on using?
     
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  8. Feb 28, 2021 #16
    xsetra

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    Southeast doesn't manufacture much.
    The area imports a lot of goods, all those trucks looking for fewer loads. Drives the rates down.
     
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  9. Feb 28, 2021 #17
    fortycalglock

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    A much better plan would be to buy a trailer and run out to PA, OH, IN, IL, MI, or WI and back. Leave Monday or Tuesday and get back Friday or Saturday.
     
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  10. Feb 28, 2021 #18
    KullenTrucking

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    I like that idea
     
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  11. Feb 28, 2021 #19
    KullenTrucking

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    I’m between flat bed and dry van, power only as well. Which ever will be overall more profitable. What type of Freight, not sure. Whatever pulls in more money. I’m coming from from food service, so dry van and reefer is all I know.
     
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  12. Mar 1, 2021 #20
    GYPSY65

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    Rates will swing depending on the season and trailer
    A reefer might find better rates when produce is being harvested and vans maybe during the Christmas push?

    Flatbeds seem to be somewhat steady but I think a lot of what will determine what trailer is best for you will ultimately depend on where you end up living

    I pull flat and used to pull cars so I have no clue on the others but I would think Florida would be better reefer and that Ohio Michigan area flats
     
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