Always call ahead. Excellent advice. Why doesn't everyone do this?
Yep
Amen
Couple of things to consider. How many miles are these guys doing a week to have 2 - 3 days off, and how many dollars per mile is each rig...
I realize this is an older post but just in case others are looking, I just received my Chapter 11 Notice for al the Jack Cooper companies out...
It's because of the BIG MONEY they'll make being an O/O (which I am). They end the week with a 4k - 5k in their pocket and spend it instead of...
Along with Truck Paper check Craigslist. Every now and then I see a posting in Raleigh, NC for either rental or lease option. But that's the...
Heard a rumor that the increased rate was due to a large increase in fraudulent claims coming out of Florida.
I'm hearing that Haulers based in Florida are getting slammed with high insurance rates. I would park my stuff and haul for an out of state...
I paid to remove chains due to potential "loose chain damage" on my bottom cars, then had a damage claim where an upper deck vehicle at 13' 11"...
Exactly.
Depends. If you operate under their Authority and get dispatching and invoicing the rate is usually over 12%. If they're good it could be 15%....
Yep.
Hauling less than 6 to 7 cars (or 3 large on top and 3 small in on the bottom) will always beat a wedge, but you'll have to upgrade to a CDL Class...
Good answer
Auto plants require it. And why take the risk?
That's correct.
Yes. For car haulers it's the rear overhang that will get you exceeding 80' and that's when you get an annual permit online through Florida DOT...
