Hi, I am new to this and new to the car hauling business. I was trying to start a new thread, but not sure if this is it or just a reply. Anyways, I recently just got my CDL and am looking to get into the car hauling business. I was looking for some information on the best way to get started and make the most money, and of course be successful overall. Should I start with a dually and a 3/4 car trailer, or start with a tractor and a 7-9 car hauler?.. I am looking to stay local for the most part and not have to be out for a week or more at a time if possible, considering I have a family and a newborn at home. I'm hoping to be able to gross 1200 or more a week, is that possible?.. What would be the cost of maintenance, gas and, insurance and how would that affect my bottom line?.. Any info is appreciated, thanks.
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Discussion in 'Car Hauler and Auto Carrier Trucking Forum' started by SDOT, Jan 28, 2017.
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Look up Hansen and adkins they're a great company to start out for new drivers trying to get in the business they even have a top notch training school in Jacksonville Florida and I believe in other states. I have heard the driver's do well and have local positions . But I have heard alot of good things about they're training program good luck
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I'm looking to start my own business. I don't have much experience, and I just looked at Hansen and Adkins and it looks like they want at least 2 yrs experience. I know this isn't the smartest move without experience, but most other companies want experience as well, and want you out for a week or more at a time, which I don't particularly want to do.
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What's your location?
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Have you checked out waggoners trucking and centurion transport most of these guys are home regulary
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Get your CDL first and then go to work for someone. Most make it home every week. How much are you willing to sacrifice to build a business? Dont watch shipping wars and use that as an example of what the industry is like. You fit somewhere, you just have to look for it.
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I have not, haven't heard of it. I'll look into it.
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I have my CDL already. Most companies want experience though, which I don't have. And I particularly don't want to be home just on the weekends, if possible everyday would be nice, or at least every other. I have a newborn at home, and don't want to be gone for 5 days or longer at a time. How much money?.. Or how much in general?.. I don't watch shipping wars at all.
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If you live in an area where there are a few car auctions as well as dealers then you might do ok. I drove a 3 car hauler for a guy and I can tell that most guys struggle with paying for the insurance. If you are financing a truck and have to make payments as well as pay for insurance then it might be tough especially your first year. If you buy a dependable truck that will last for a while especially after paying it off then that will benefit your business. If you do this be willing to stay firm on your rates because if you get desperate you will only hurt yourself. I know you want to be home often but you might have to work some long hours starting out to get yourself established. I actually know a guy that started out with a 3 car hauler and now owns 3 tractor trailers so it is possible to be successful. Good luck with whatever you decide.
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