I plan on driving a local, intermodal route out of Atlanta. 3-400 miles a day. I know it won’t be a brand new truck, because the miles don’t add up to that kind of payment!! Also, it will be automatic, because I have the provision on my license and don’t want the hassle of booking and waiting for an appt. at the dmv!!! Not to mention, having to find a trailer!!! Whatever info. y’all have would be great!! Thanks.
What starter truck would you recommend?? How much should Ipay??
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Volvo automatic transmissions have the best reputation.
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good luck, try buying a good used truck with a warranty on it. do not buy "as-is - as-seen"truckdriver31, Bean Jr., meechyaboy and 2 others Thank this. -
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if you do manage to find a decent used truck, any brand, get the automatic transmission pressure checked. try and get all service records, including any recalls. try and cajole the seller into a warranty.
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I'd suggest buying one off lease from one of the mega carriers. You'll know they've been well maintained and have service history. I know Schneider has an operation center south of Atlanta off 285 and has some 2017 / 2018 Freightliners / KWs for sale. schneider has been all automatics for many years now. Most are still under manufacturer warranty. I was there last week.
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I left CR England and I’m with Swift now. They don’t do intermodal o/o’s here unless you were grandfathered in. I’m going to check on that tho. I heard an otr driver left before the truck was paid for and paid it off driving elsewhere. Thanks
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I would have a good local mechanic lined up or your repair bills will be more than a new truck payment. Wish I could help more but I've had nothing but problems with automatics.
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