I've been wondering how he's doing as well.
It's annoying that many of the problems are old: streets or bypasses that have been around for years, or incorrect highway entrances/exits. And...
It's a DOT reportable accident so you've no choice.
I used Apex Capital out of Ft Worth. They have fees - not hidden - but easy to work with and ALWAYS answer calls and emails. The discounts on...
Call Apex Capital in Ft Worth (Google them). They are the factor I used. Their fees are typical and, better, they will issue you an EFS card. Fuel...
I have a different perspective. I was also leased to Landstar (for 8 years) and they cancelled my lease for the same reason. I got my own...
Yes, take everything you read with a grain of salt. I'm continuously astonished by how many on this board say "trucking sucks" or "all companies...
Hmm. Not much, really. I am not one to spend all day hanging in the truck if between loads. I strongly suggest not being one of those guys. I...
I know none that do - and I've seen none that do. Watched for it especially, since seeing this thread, over several mountain grades in the past...
"I think you mean e track. As far as I know, logistic posts and e track are basically the same thing except e track will usually run horizontally...
2013 Pete 386. No lights. And I've not seen lights come on on other trucks simlply when the Jake is on.
Hear, hear.
Hmm. You haven't driven a year yet you know all this?
Um. No, I'm not. Yes, you are both correct that I pay substantially more - except I do not at all buy the "same" food - or anything close to...
Factoring worked very well for me. (See my post above.) It's all about cash flow.
I've never been asked for bank info. (I would not consider direct deposit with a broker, regardless.) I always factored my freight. The fees for...
Often, yes. Or Trader Joe's. I don't eat crap and don't shop at places (Walmart, e.g.) that pay their employees nothing, have lousy 'brand name'...
"You will still be making $60k-$70k You will still be working 60-70 hours a week, working most weekends, paid peanuts if at all for holidays &...
When I was OTR I spent $150-200/week for groceries. (You couldn't pay me enough to shop at Walmart- let alone even walk into one.)
And, I guess, I'm here to say it is quite possible. I've done it - and had a great time doing so. No reason at all why you can't.
