Has anyone ever seen evidence of the driver shortage?

Discussion in 'Experienced Truckers' Advice' started by Midnightrider909, Dec 15, 2016.

  1. rearview

    rearview Medium Load Member

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    I started using the google map street view just because it is nice to actually visually drive the local street and find the landmarks if the receiver or shipper gives shaky directions.

    I still call all customers. I think it shows a level of professionalism to give them a heads up you are either on the way or close. I don't do grocery house or drive for a mega tho.
     
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  3. Midnightrider909

    Midnightrider909 Road Train Member

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    Cost of land is prohibitive and zoning problems.
     
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    Midnightrider909 Road Train Member

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    The closest place that has decent parking 2 LA is Lebec on the 5 or Barstow if you're taking the 15.
     
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    ethos Road Train Member

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    I have never seen the Petro in Lebec (Wheeler Ridge in the truck stop guide) full. It also has a Chipolte across the street. Very nice, quiet truckstop with a huge parking lot.
     
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    Midnightrider909 Road Train Member

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    It also has an In-N-Out Burger in a Panda Express within walking distance as does the Flying J in Barstow.
     
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    ethos Road Train Member

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    They closed the frozen yogurt place though.
     
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    ethos Road Train Member

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    Where is the in and out Burger in Barstow. I can't remember. I always eat at the Panera or the Chipolte.
     
  9. lostheart

    lostheart Light Load Member

    Driver those are the ones scared of the dark, the boogy man might come out and get them
     
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    Midnightrider909 Road Train Member

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    Walk past the lame outlet mall and the Panera Bread and you will see the In-N-Out just past the Panda Express
     
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    In any rural area in the south, that will be the best money they will see in their life time.
     
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