Yup, that’s where I’m getting to as well. But for clarification, those Landstsr drivers would not have their own authority, so in the context of what we’re tlaking about, they wouldn’t be included in those 1 power unit for hire carriers that FMCSA puts out.
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IS there really 250,000 Owner Operators running under own authority?
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Precisely.
I know a lot of lease operators who are content running under a larger carrier's authority, for a myriad of reasons. Not the least is they feel they have a measure of independence, opportunity to earn a better living, etc. Which many do!
Conversely, many of those same lease operators (I know) would not be able to qualify for a decent rate on insurance, equipment, etc. Not to mention, many of them are not well organized or that sharp and disciplined to keep up with the myriad of bookkeeping requirements there are, even as a 1 man operator.
Thus, having someone else do the lion's share of that aspect of the business is a real benefit. Tack on the aspect of them not having to worry about booking their own loads, dealing with appointments, collecting money, etc.
For me, I like having my own authority, truck & trailer. I'm not beholden to or relying on someone else (for the most part) to provide for me. That's just me though
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