Flatbed/Open Deck/Machinery Haulers

If my rates are better than what? If my trips are longer that what? Our main lanes are between Eastern Iowa and the East Coast. I would consider a long trip anything over 700 mi. A lot of our trips are under 250. We find that moving several short trips in a week provides as much revenue, at a higher rate per mile, and provides more reliable home time for our drivers. We do very little to Florida, but I have sent drivers to Miami each of the last 3 weeks. This is pretty rare. I don't have current independent contractor stats at home. If you are interested, send me a PM.

 

First one to name the artist wins a big atta boy, and shares my musical taste!

I must say I am feelin' good again. Baby #2 is on the way in February. I had 5 days out of the office last week (Vegas with my wife and a couple couples). The Hawks are ranked #9 and looking good. I think we are going to pull off a great fundraiser (http://www.365regionalnetwork.com/Oktoberfest.aspx) for my charity (http://www.albrechtacres.org/) this weekend. I have 2 new members of my office team that I am very excited about. I have recently added 6 good drivers. Less than 2 years 'til Jordan (my younger brother) graduates from college. I am listening to a really good blues album. Plus it is fall...my favorite time of year. Oh...did I mention business is very strong.

Lots of negativity tends to percolate in our industry...so I thought I would talk about the things that are good in life. Please post what you are happy about.

 

excellent work Bloodshot! Are you a Texan?