what's best LTL or FTL

Discussion in 'Experienced Truckers' Advice' started by mahittsingh, Dec 3, 2014.

  1. mahittsingh

    mahittsingh Bobtail Member

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    Hello everyone,
    I am getting my authorities soon. I was wondering what's best ltl or ftl. What are the market rates for both. And any other advice You have for me.
     
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  3. generallee

    generallee Medium Load Member

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    My advice is this...if you have to ask that question, most likely you're not ready to be running under your own authority. If you're buying a truck, lease on somewhere and learn the ropes of being an O/O first. Just sayin...
     
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  4. mahittsingh

    mahittsingh Bobtail Member

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    Thanks. ..I have bn o/o for two years ,hv 2 trucks running under company authorities. I am getting paid 1.40/mile. When I talk to people everybody gives vague advice. From what I have calculated $1.80-1.90 is where I can make it under my own authorities. But that is my opinion. .I need someone who can second that. I want something concrete about it. Someone who is already doing it and is willing to share the information.
    -should I buy new trailer or used and how old
    - I am in Toronto so which corridor is best..stay n Canada or cross border.
    All these questions cannot b known driving as o/o for a company.I am giving myself one 6 months before jumping in.
     
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