About Bob Stephens Expertise If you need advice on truck and trailer purchasing, DOT regulations, start up costs, I can help. I also can help new drivers pick a company thats best fits them, what to look for in a company and what to expect if your new to truck driving. If your starting a business, what commodities to haul, working with Brokers and more.
Experience 16 years in the Trucking Industry. 8 years as an over-the-road driver traveling cross country. 4 years as a local driver in Chicago and Tampa, Fl. 4 years as co-owner of a small trucking company.
Organizations American Trucking Association
Education/Credentials AA, 1991, Liberal Studies, Purdue University
Awards and Honors Numerous Safe Drving Awards with the American Trucking Association.
Question My husband is interested in starting a dump truck business. He wants to know were in Texas can you find the best deals on dump trucks? We are researching before we get into this business, do you have an web sites i can look at? thanks..
Answer Hi Janette.
My last rig I bought was in Indiana. I flew up from Florida to get it. I found it on www.truckpaper.com. The largest publication for new and used trucks. Even after the flight, hotel and fuel, I saved money. Thousands to be exact.
People tend to only look local. Sometimes dealers will pay for the airfare and hotel when you buy from them. Just a perk. You may find a dealer in Idaho with the same truck and specs as a dealer in Dallas, but for $5k less. I'll hop a plane for that! It's out there, you just have to search.
