Southern California

Discussion in 'Experienced Truckers' Advice' started by Roger03_, May 28, 2026.

  1. Roger03_

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    Hey everyone, I’m thinking about moving to Southern California and wanted to get some advice from drivers already out there.

    I have a CDL A fully endorsed, worked in LTL for 5 years (1 year city and 4 line haul). Not sure if LTL is a big market in Southern CA or if I should move on from it when we move out there.


    • Which LTL companies are the best to work for in Southern California?
    • Which companies should I avoid?
    • What’s the average weekly mileage you guys are getting?
    • Which terminals stay the busiest?
    • How hard is it getting hired right now?
    • What companies offer the best pay, benefits, and home time?
    • Is it better to live in the Inland Empire or closer to LA for trucking work?
    • Any recommendations for companies with good schedules and long-term stability?


    I’d appreciate any advice or personal experiences. Thanks in advance.
     
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  3. Chinatown

    Chinatown Road Train Member

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    Sorry I can't help on that one. There's probably a dozen companies like that in Southern California.
    Rent is crazy out of control for a place to live, but you probably already know that.
     
  4. Trucker61016

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    Never realized how many companies operated doubles until I went to California and the West Coast in general.
     
  5. Roger03_

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    I’m trying to figure out if I should stay in LTL or look around for other opportunities.
     
  6. Chinatown

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  10. Toomanybikes

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    I could not imagine a worse job market than southern CA. ¿Habla espanol?
     
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