Just a random thought... Tell me if its irony!!

Is it just me making a random observation or does it seem like every company listed in this forum ALSO has:

1. Trucks governed at a low speed that prohibits the engine from reaching its maximum efficiency and potential.

2. Has its entire fleet equipped with a GPS type 2-way communication device. (such as quallcomm)

3. Is rarely owned by a family, even though some were once formed by a family... They are now owned by shareholders, which in many cases are other similar trucking companies.

4. Think they are doing drivers a favor by their "liberal" home time policy. Such as 1 day home for every 7,8,9 or 10 days out.

5. Advertises in EVERY free little magazine that is on the rack next to the door leading to the fuel island and often are found on the bathroom floor next to the toilet in major truckstop (sorry, travel center) chains. So ... Who are the shareholders of the publishers of said freebee mags?? And, do these shareholders also own stock in every major newspaper in the country? Hence, these same companies also advertise in the Sunday classifieds.

6. Have a current (or once had) their own CDL driving school to gleen employees from. (Or affilliated with driving schools)



These are just some thoughts to ponder as we all look for the proverbial "greener grass." Many of these companies even run a lot of the same equipment that, when stripped of their name and decals, are completely identical. Please, voice your thoughts regarding this. I want a thoughtful yet respectful debate over this, as I am really interested in what others think of these "points to ponder".


Remember... The truth is a HARD pill to swallow.

Thank you!

 

You are exactly right Michelangelo, Let say maybe 20 years ago, we had investment capital to put into Ramp Publishing, Randall Publications or Target Media Partners. We'd be LLLLOOOOOOOAAAAAADDDEDDDDD!!!!!!!!

 

I know exactly what it is... It's called the mistress... The Mistress Called the Road!! MD Morgan has a video documentary out by that title, it's my favorite video. You need to see it. There is no better feeling than driving off into the sunset with just the right music playing... Or sometimes no music at all. Or maybe watching a sunrise as you're starting your journey. I've been doing this for 22 years, I'll probably never tire of it. I tried stepping away from it and went into law enforcement, although I loved being a police officer, something was missing... So, I'm back as a company driver, albeit a small company, I'm working my way BACK to being an independent owner operator. It sounds like you and I were cut from the same mold!!! Highest regards to you my brother!!

 

VERY valid point!! I'm glad I started this thread!!