| Subject | Date Asked |
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| class B CDL | 11/12/2009 |
Q: I have a class B cd and my company owns a truck crane that weighs 84,000lbs GVW. Am I allowed to ...
A: Thomas, in my opinion you are legal to drive as long as you are not pulling a trailer. Classes of ...
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| Truck business | 11/9/2009 |
Q: can i make a profit if a buy a truck and hire a truck driver?? If I get paid by load not by miles ...
A: Luis, if you really want to do your homework, start here: ...
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| Truck business | 11/8/2009 |
Q: can i make a profit if a buy a truck and hire a truck driver?? If I get paid by load not by miles
A: Luis, the short answer is maybe. It's no different than any other business, if your sales exceed ...
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| leasing to contracts | 10/30/2009 |
Q: Jim I have owned my truck for a little better than 2 years now. Ever since it was purchased it has ...
A: You are right TJ. I misunderstood what you were asking. Once you have your operating authority, ...
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| leasing to contracts | 10/29/2009 |
Q: Jim I have owned my truck for a little better than 2 years now. Ever since it was purchased it has ...
A: TJ, there is no shortcut. You either run under another carriers authority or get your own. If you ...
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| Leasing | 10/27/2009 |
Q: We are trying to get our company up and running again. My brother in law has a truck with taga and ...
A: Melissa, short answer yes. He will be essentially operating as an Owner Operator under your ...
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| truck base plate & fuel mile tax | 10/7/2009 |
Q: I'm an independent contractor looking to lease on with a company. I'm an Iowa resident and the ...
A: Timothy, I have not heard of renting your plate from the company. How much would it cost for you to ...
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| Fuel Surcharge | 9/24/2009 |
Q: Is there any regulation at all(mandatory) pertaining to paying a fuel surcharge by the shipper to ...
A: Richard, Pre 1980 when the industry was regulated there was a provision that the Fuel Surcharges had ...
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| cdl | 9/22/2009 |
Q: i drive a 20 foot straight truck in ny and and thinking of moving to vt and i just lost out on a job ...
A: Don, you should find all of the info you need at the FMCSA website: ...
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| Authority | 9/19/2009 |
Q: I have an opportunity to deliver 1 day a week some basic common product to a friends warehouse. I do ...
A: Donald, I think you will need a USDOT number. ...
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| my rights as a truck driver | 9/18/2009 |
Q: i am currently working for a trucking company in houston tx and the problem i am having is that they ...
A: Juan, you didn't state if you are an employee or an owner operator. Percentage pay is more common ...
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| ICC Regulation on BOL | 8/31/2009 |
Q: I drive auto transport as a subcontractor. My BOL says a vehicle pays $700. so I agree to haul it. ...
A: Mike, this sounds like an old BOL form since the ICC has been discontinued. The price the shipper ...
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| getting through the ruff times | 8/5/2009 |
Q: hey jim I own a trucking company with a common carrier authority utilizing about 8 tractors with no ...
A: Grant, here is a good reefer company to lease on to: http://www.suncocarriers.com/operator.shtml ...
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| getting through the ruff times | 7/28/2009 |
Q: hey jim I own a trucking company with a common carrier authority utilizing about 8 tractors with no ...
A: Grant, I don't have an easy solution for this one. In this economy there are still way too many ...
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| best engine type | 7/20/2009 |
Q: My husband and I are looking into buying our first truck. He's been driving for 8 yrs and I've been ...
A: Debi, I only have second hand knowledge but we had high maintenance costs with similar Volvo trucks ...
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| car in box truck | 7/16/2009 |
Q: Hi my name is George and I was wondering if it was legal to carry a ford f 150 in the back of a box ...
A: George, I don't know any reason why you couldn't haul another vehicle inside of a box van. You need ...
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| Best Type of Car Hauler | 7/14/2009 |
Q: My question is two parts: 1. What's the best type of trailer hitch for car hauling: GN, 5th Wheel or ...
A: Cecil, I'm no expert in this area, but if I were starting I would probably choose a long flatbed ...
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| regulation of payment to trucking company | 7/3/2009 |
Q: Is there a regulation where trucking companies have to be paid within 15 days of a signed delivery ...
A: Dennis, since deregulation the only credit terms dictarted by the FMCSA are for Household Movers. ...
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| trucking broker | 6/29/2009 |
Q: And i just want to know if i wanted to become a trucking broker would it be hard? How hard would it ...
A: Sean, it's relatively easy to get started with a little training but since it's so easy to start ...
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| Price Per Hundred | 6/25/2009 |
Q: We have been hauling for the past year with a 24ft box/straight truck. We have had 2 contracts over ...
A: Sorry, I forgot the link to the article I referred you to. This should help. ...
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| DRIVERS PAY | 6/24/2009 |
Q: i am with a trucking co in chicago. we have road drivers and local drivers. recenetly road drivers, ...
A: Al, any type of activity based pay requires some form of record keeping to match the work done with ...
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| unladden insurance | 6/14/2009 |
Q: the company that i'm hauling for is requiring it's drivers to purchase unladden insurance.we4 do not ...
A: Jim, I assume they want you to carry liability insurance to cover them if you are in an accident ...
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| dry van or reefer | 6/8/2009 |
Q: im getiing into buying my own truck and trailer, and i was planning on buying a 53' dry van, so that ...
A: Francisco, it all comes down to having the right equipment for your target market. Some people like ...
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| new driver trying to find a job | 6/5/2009 |
Q: number 1 is why is the industry so hard on felons? we deserve a second chance. second are there any ...
A: Steve, I can't answer for the entire industry, but if you were going to turn over a $100,000 plus ...
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| our own authority | 6/4/2009 |
Q: my husband and i are in the trucking business for a while but just resently started transporting ...
A: Carla, your husband is correct. Getting your authority is the easy part. Getting new business will ...
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| transitioning | 5/25/2009 |
Q: I have just a few questions I'm hoping you can answer or help me find my answers. I'm currently a ...
A: James. Your prospects are good. Even in the current economy there is a demand for safe qualified ...
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| Trying to get started..... | 5/17/2009 |
Q: I have been doing some research on getting started in my own hot shot business. I have no truck or ...
A: Jason, I'm no expert in the hot shot business, but I would always recommend having a business plan ...
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| base plates | 5/15/2009 |
Q: I am considering leasing on with a company and have the option of either using my own base ...
A: Buddy, any time you sign a contract look for the out clause. What happens if it doesn't work out? ...
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| no recent experience | 5/13/2009 |
Q: have otr driving experience.have no recent experience.having trouble finding company to give me a ...
A: Gary, I don't know where you are located but there are still jobs out there for good drivers with ...
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| team vs solo service pricing | 5/4/2009 |
Q: Jim, I have searched all over to find an answer to thisas a shipper, How much more per mile should ...
A: Grant, each company looks at team operational a little differently. For coast to coast they will ...
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| pay per mile verses percentage | 5/3/2009 |
Q: i am a owner operaror leased to a company that pays 71% of gross revenue.should i be paying a driver ...
A: That's a difficult decision Jimmy. If you are getting paid a percentage and you pay the driver a ...
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| becoming a broker | 4/29/2009 |
Q: I'm a young construction worker from southern ca. and i was wondering what advice would you give ...
A: Tylon, can you sell? Brokerage is a crowded field and it's all about relationships. You need to ...
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| satellite and hos | 4/20/2009 |
Q: My company has satellites in all the trucks and a new program has been added, my question that no ...
A: That's an interesting question Martha. I suppose someone could interpret that if you send or ...
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| log books | 4/18/2009 |
Q: If you run 26,000 combined weight interstate do you still have to keep a log book? I can't seem to ...
A: James, I'm no expert in this area, but the FMCSA defines: Commercial motor vehicle (CMV) means a ...
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| CDL License | 4/2/2009 |
Q: I have a truck with a GVWR of 9900 LBS and a trailer with a GVWR of 15860 LBS. ( 40' gooseneck) I ...
A: Kirk, I am no expert so get another opinion, but: Classes of License: The Federal standard ...
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| starting new transportation business | 3/27/2009 |
Q: box trucks van or reefer. i would like to know if i will be initially be leasing a truck through ...
A: Quincy, your operating authority is for your company and it doesn't matter if you own, lease or rent ...
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| hot shot | 3/21/2009 |
Q: I am looking into starting my own hot shot business. I am getting my business plan prepared, and was ...
A: Nathan, I suggest you gain an understanding of the different business structures and the pros and ...
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| Is the economy hurting hot shots | 3/12/2009 |
Q: Hey Jim my husband wants to start his own hotshot company but the question is,is the economy hurting ...
A: Shunda, I am not directly involved in the Expedite industry but I would imagine the economy is hitt ...
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| Truck dispatching / broking | 3/9/2009 |
Q: I am trying to get started in the business of truck dispatching or broking. I was just wondering if ...
A: Rico, you will have to check out a lot of opportunities to find the right fit for you. Start here ...
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| Leased to company that lost big accounts | 2/21/2009 |
Q: The company I'm leased to (owner-operator only) lost a couple of main accounts (had their eggs in ...
A: Tim, in this tough economy there are too many trucks chasing too few loads. I don't think you can ...
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| starting a trucking company | 2/20/2009 |
Q: Jim. I want to start my own trucking business. I don't want to lease my truck to a big company. I'd ...
A: Maria, start here for your FMCSA requirements: ...
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| Price on Loads | 1/24/2009 |
Q: We just started and are being sub-leased by a company, I'm the owner but my son is the driver, When ...
A: Mary, I would advise you to find another company to contract to ASAP. This is not an ethical way to ...
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| getting a job | 1/18/2009 |
Q: I have had my CDL-A for years and recently worked for a company for 6 months and then they fired me ...
A: Tamma, my best advise is to be upfront with any prospective employer. You don't state what the ...
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| CUSTOMERS | 1/13/2009 |
Q: I own a flatbed company with four power units I have one regular direct customer but was looking for ...
A: Tony, by your question I assume you know how to get loads through Brokers. To get direct shipper ...
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| None Payment for loads delivered. | 1/12/2009 |
Q: I am a owner operator. owned the truck not the trailer been leased on to this company for a couple ...
A: Eric, at some point if you pull the plug and don't get paid you may have to resort to small claims ...
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| trucking options | 1/8/2009 |
Q: a window vendor in montgomery, al told me it was more expensive to ship flat bed vs normal enclosed ...
A: Probably true. Flat Bed is considered a special equipment move and there are fewer companies ...
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| broker | 1/4/2009 |
Q: I'm in Id. have been hauling RV trailer, boats, horse trailers with a 53 ft. MO trailer. I would ...
A: Shelby, best bet is to keep checking the load boards and you will probably find a few brokers who ...
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| Broker vs. Trucking Company | 12/30/2008 |
Q: I work for a trucking company. We did two loads for a broker. The loads originated in Houston, TX ...
A: Chad, it all depends on the contract between the Broker and the Carrier. At the very least you ...
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| Diesel Prices | 12/14/2008 |
Q: With diesel prices low, is this a good time a start a trucking business? Now I have a vision, to ...
A: Troy, sounds like you have a plan but this is a difficult business to make a profit in. Fuel prices ...
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| ICC regulation | 12/12/2008 |
Q: What is the term "ICC" on "ICC regulations" stand for? Thank you.
A: Joe, ICC stands for Interstate Commerce Commission which was originally created by congress in 1887 ...
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| Owner Operator | 12/10/2008 |
Q: The question that I have is. I am trying to become an owner-operator. Lease on with a company to ...
A: Ralph, you can make money or loose money on any business. The key is to understand your operating ...
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| hot shot business | 11/27/2008 |
Q: i am wanting to start my own hot shot business. i have many questions but am having a hard time ...
A: Mike, here is the answer to the CDLhttp://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/registration-licensing/cdl/cdl.htm Here ...
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| Small trucking company wants to start contracting. | 11/17/2008 |
Q: Mr. Bowers, I own a small trucking company. We have 2 power units, 2 flat beds, and one step deck. I ...
A: Matt, just to clarify: "on long haul cross country moves they will often cut that margin" You could ...
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| Small trucking company wants to start contracting. | 11/16/2008 |
Q: Mr. Bowers, I own a small trucking company. We have 2 power units, 2 flat beds, and one step deck. I ...
A: Matt, I assume the $1.72 is all in including fuel. Depending on exact origin that sounds like a ...
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| owning a trucking company/business | 11/15/2008 |
Q: I am a current student and I have to do a business plan and I want to do it on owning my own ...
A: Jessica, here is a sample you can start with: ...
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| Billing regulations | 11/4/2008 |
Q: We are a small trucking company that has been requested to be the carrier for a company, even though ...
A: Victoria, I assume you are a Contract Carrier and as such you should have a contract between you and ...
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| Small trucking company wants to start contracting. | 10/30/2008 |
Q: Mr. Bowers, I own a small trucking company. We have 2 power units, 2 flat beds, and one step deck. ...
A: Matthew, I have heard that a fair amount of flatbed capacity has left the market since the downturn ...
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| pricing company's and what brokers give | 10/21/2008 |
Q: my question is this I have been told about a book that gives you an idea of what is a fuel surcharge ...
A: Aisda, I don't know of the book you are referring to. Fuel surcharges are commonly accepted and ...
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| Ohio/DOT Laws and Regulations in regards to small trucking co., drivers, etc. | 10/16/2008 |
Q: My husband HAD a good buddy who owns two trucks. He drives one and wanted my husband to drive the ...
A: Jenny, check the FMCSA website to see if the "authority guy" is properly licensed and insured. ...
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| South Florida Trucking | 10/15/2008 |
Q: I have been driving OTR for 1yr. Now looking to purchase truck for hauling business in So. Fla. ...
A: Jay, it all depends what you want to do. Long haul over the road tends to pay more than local work ...
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| trucking | 10/14/2008 |
Q: I want to pull a trailer 10,000+ with a 3500 series truck for commercial use. Can I put ...
A: Scott, here are the federal requirements for a CDL: Classes of License: The Federal standard ...
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| hotshot | 10/13/2008 |
Q: Jim i was wondering do you need a cdl to run a hot shot rig? i use to have a cdl but after 7 years ...
A: Don, I'm not sure running hot shot will get you home every night, but to answer your question it all ...
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| trucking | 10/11/2008 |
Q: What's the required amount of insurance should an independent carrier have to haul freight?
A: Marc, if you are going to operate with your own authority you will need to comply with federal ...
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| log books | 10/10/2008 |
Q: is there or isn't there a regulation in PA about not having to carry both log books for beginning of ...
A: Bobbi, here is a link to the Federal driver log regulations: ...
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| dually and gooseneck | 10/8/2008 |
Q: bowers. do you know of any hot shot trucking companies that will lease a dually truck and possibly a ...
A: Chris, I don't know. But check out these websites and see if they lead you to someone in the ...
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| Owner Operator looking for container work | 9/17/2008 |
Q: myself and my husband started or own trucking business. We have 2 trucks and 2 48ft trailers. We are ...
A: Tonda, I am not well versed in that industry but check out the association website: ...
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| o/o | 9/16/2008 |
Q: I am 50 years old. I know what it is like to work hard for a living. I was an Ironworker for 14 ...
A: Ed, 1st thing is get your current CDL. I am not aware of any requirement to go to a driving school ...
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| how to secure contracts | 9/15/2008 |
Q: Jim, I have a 26' box truck and need direction on how to secure a contract? Should I go through a ...
A: Ken, I assume you have your CDL. I think you have more steady work if you contract as an owner ...
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| start trucking company | 9/14/2008 |
Q: i been driving for 8 years and have experince in all types of trucking jobs.i want to go in ...
A: John, whether you are in business for yourself or drive for someone else the price of fuel has to be ...
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| starting up | 9/10/2008 |
Q: would you say the way fuel prices are now, it is a good idea to open a trucking business?
A: Logan, it's no better or worse than any other time. To succeed you need customers who value your ...
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| whats the difference? | 9/8/2008 |
Q: hey jim, my husband has been driving trucks for the better part of 33 yrs.thats where his heart as ...
A: Jean, there are many options for training but I can't vouch for any of them. You will need to check ...
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| sighning on with CRST Malone | 9/5/2008 |
Q: Good evening Jim. Do you have any info on CRST Malone? Good or bad information on this company ...
A: Paul, all I can tell what is public information: US DOT:105790 MC-075840 ...
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| what numbers and permits are needed | 9/2/2008 |
Q: My name is Michael. I been driving OTR ,for many years now, and decieded it time to run my own ...
A: Michael, start with Arizona MVD: http://www.azdot.gov/mvd/motorcarrier/motorcarrier.asp for basic ...
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| Truckers pay | 8/27/2008 |
Q: Please tell me the difference between "Practical Miles" vs. "Rand McNally Miles"? Is it ...
A: Chuck, it's true. There are several ways to calculate mileage. Carriers will use one of the major ...
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| crst/contracts | 8/21/2008 |
Q: Mr. Bowers: I was intrigued by your comments to an individual that was disspointed with CRST and ...
A: To answer your question Dan; "Why is it all these large companies seem to have a huge turn-over and ...
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| Payment terms | 8/20/2008 |
Q: Is it a law that trucking companies should be paid by customers in 7 days after delivery date of ...
A: William, the 7 day credit limit was in the old Interstate Commerce Act. After deregulation carriers ...
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| get contracts | 8/19/2008 |
Q: if i wanted to get my own contracts to cut out my middle person due to im gonna say his ...
A: Jayson, you didn't give me much detail, but I assume you have your own operating authority. If not, ...
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| freight bill | 8/15/2008 |
Q: I run a small trucking company in California and have about $20,000 in uncollected freight bill. ...
A: Chau, you can try to collect from the shipper unless you signed a contract with the broker that ...
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| DOT Inspected Vehicle | 8/12/2008 |
Q: In Louisiana, if I want to drive a Ford F-450 truck that has DOT inspection, I'm I required to have ...
A: Jo, here is link to the federal cdl requirements: ...
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| frieght rates/fuel surcharges | 8/6/2008 |
Q: As an intermodal hauler from the ports in North Carolina,What is a fare rate? I have been given a ...
A: Paul, I am not familiar with your market, but it does seem low. The 53% fsc sounds OK. You didn't ...
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| Licenses, Insurance, Permits ...etc | 8/1/2008 |
Q: To whom it May concern: My dad has been a truck driver for 8 years now. About a year ago he bought ...
A: Kenia, start here: http://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/espanol/english/new_entrant_index.htm Be aware however ...
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| Truck & Trailer Combination Weight | 7/25/2008 |
Q: If I have a trailer at the weight of 22,500 and trailer at the weight of 10,001, does this require a ...
A: Joyce, check with your state DOT. Below is excerpt from Florida and I think most or all states have ...
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| New Start | 7/21/2008 |
Q: I recently obtained a CDL-A, I drove in the 80's, hauling flatbed and Food grade tank 18 Wheelers. I ...
A: Jeffrey, best advice I can give is keep trying til you find a company that will contract with you. ...
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| leaseing or buying | 7/20/2008 |
Q: I'm starting my own hot shot business and I wanted to know which is better leasing or buying a ...
A: Again, you have options. The easy way to start is by contracting to an existing carrier as an owner ...
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| leaseing or buying | 7/19/2008 |
Q: I'm starting my own hot shot business and I wanted to know which is better leasing or buying a ...
A: Justin, there is no right or wrong or one way fits all on this issue. First understand that there ...
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| geeting started | 7/12/2008 |
Q: I hope you can help me. I would like to know step by step how to start my own hot shot buisness in ...
A: Rene, try these websites for ideas: http://www.expeditersonline.com/ ...
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| Dirt Yard Start-up | 7/11/2008 |
Q: My better half has the trucking experience, so bear with my ignorance. He has been an O/O, and has ...
A: I'm not familiar with this specialty area, but try searching "dirt broker", or "dump trucking". ...
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| changing truck companies | 7/10/2008 |
Q: My son is a truck driver. He has only been one for about 8 months. He started out at Crst, but ...
A: Elizabeth, wow, it sounds like he is off to a rocky start. There is always a demand for safe ...
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| Factoring | 7/1/2008 |
Q: Hey Jim, I am looking at ways to increase and maintain the solvency of my start up LTL (I am still ...
A: Sheldon, I think you will find most of the van loads on the load boards are going to require at ...
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| hot shot car hauling | 6/28/2008 |
Q: how can i get in hot shot car hauling? i want to get my own authority, and i am planning on buying ...
A: Elizard, for operating authority start here: ...
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| Local rates | 6/24/2008 |
Q: I'm an owner operator here in Texas. I'm trying to bid on a contract with a brick and stone company. ...
A: Frank, with any pricing question the first step is to understand all of your costs both fixed and ...
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| broker knowledge | 6/10/2008 |
Q: I have a chevy 3500 with a 3-4 car trailer i often deliver cars for small car lots but there not ...
A: A.J. Try these sites: http://www.getloaded.com/ http://www.expediteloads.com/index.cfm/Home ...
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| owner/operator contracted with shipper | 6/6/2008 |
Q: We have 3 drivers including my boyfriend. We are leasing all 3 trucks only and don't have our own ...
A: Marie, looks like you need to keep working with this company for a while since they are helping to ...
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| owner/operator contracted with shipper | 6/5/2008 |
Q: We have 3 drivers including my boyfriend. We are leasing all 3 trucks only and don't have our own ...
A: Marie, you say "We are leasing our trucks through them." Does that mean that you are leasing the ...
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| owner/operator contracted with shipper | 6/4/2008 |
Q: We have 3 drivers including my boyfriend. We are leasing all 3 trucks only and don't have our own ...
A: Marie, there are a couple of issues here. First there is no reason why the shipper or carrier you ...
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| Getting started | 5/30/2008 |
Q: I have had a cdl since 2000 and i have an EIN, i want to get a semi so i need to know how to put in ...
A: Cory, here are a couple of resources for you to check out: ...
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| Fuel Surcharge | 5/23/2008 |
Q: Jim, I am leased on to a small trucking company that hauls for a bigger carrier in our state. They ...
A: Gail, the question "Is that fair?" is relative. It all depends on the total deal. If they are ...
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| flatbed pay | 5/20/2008 |
Q: How much to charge by the mile with a flatbed trailer, what is the going rate now.DO you add extra ...
A: Al, there are too many variables. It depends on length of haul, specific lanes and direction of ...
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| Becoming a freight broker | 5/2/2008 |
Q: I would like to become a freight broker, but am not sure of all of the necessary steps that would ...
A: Michael, do don't need have a certification or go to school, but you do need to be licensed by FMCSA ...
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| training | 4/10/2008 |
Q: do you have to go to a trucking school to get your cdl or can the training be done by the trucking ...
A: Noel, there is no rule that I know of that requires school training as long as you can pass the test ...
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| Late Model Trucks | 4/9/2008 |
Q: My question is do most companys require late models trucks I have a 2001 dodge 3500 Quad Cab with ...
A: Scott, some companies do have age restrictions on equipment but most are pretty lenient. You will ...
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| cdl exemptions | 4/5/2008 |
Q: i am thinking of buying a truck and trailer to haul cars . i was looking to get a 3500 or 4500 ...
A: Mike, I think you will need a Class A CDL for this combination: ...
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| trucking in louisana | 4/1/2008 |
Q: im a trucker based in california. im thinking about relocating to louisana.what would be the best ...
A: Brian, I don't have enough info to make a recommendation, but I assume by your question that this is ...
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| Buy first or find business first?? | 3/31/2008 |
Q: My fiance & I recently got "handed down" a small trucking company-we have 2 tractors (my fiance & ...
A: Megan, in today's slow economy I would definitely recommend finding the business first. You have ...
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| cdl requirements | 3/21/2008 |
Q: I'm transporting (driving)a 26 foot straight truck that weighs less than 26,000lbs gvwr. It's a ...
A: Carl, I don't know the regulations in your state, but here is the federal requirement: Commercial ...
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| how to start | 3/15/2008 |
Q: i am in driving school and should get my cdl- A license in 2 weeks. i used to invest in real estate ...
A: Ashraf, I suggest starting as a company driver to get a couple of years of safe driving experience ...
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| getting started | 3/12/2008 |
Q: I am a grain farmer and am exploring the possibility of semi-retireing in the Phoenix AZ area. I ...
A: Jeff, I don't know anything about this business or the local market in Phoenix, but you might start ...
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| hot shot | 3/9/2008 |
Q: i live in houston,tx and i want to start hot shotting. however, i have a few felonies and the most ...
A: Glenn, without specifics the answer is "probably". Check out these websites: ...
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| START UP | 3/5/2008 |
Q: I JUST PURCHASED A TRACTOR FOR CASH AND WANT TO KNOW THE BEST WAY TO START OFF, WILL I NEED A ...
A: I assume you are an Owner Operator. I suggest starting by pulling the company trailers because you ...
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| Starting a Trucking Business | 3/4/2008 |
Q: My husband and I are looking into starting a trucking business in North Carolina. We had a friend ...
A: Nikke, I wouldn't make such a major decision on 1 persons report of 1 months results. The term ...
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| hotshot | 2/15/2008 |
Q: . was not told much but, i could make some good money doing this.. i am 44 years old and looking to ...
A: Wendell, I am no expert on the Hotshot business, but here are a couple of sites that might be ...
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| Pricing | 2/14/2008 |
Q: My wife and I recently purchased a rig to get started in the HotShot buisness We would like to know ...
A: Don, I am no expert in the Hotshot business, but here are a couple of sites that might be useful: ...
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| good or bad(pricing) | 2/12/2008 |
Q: Iam trying to start and run my own small fleet(2 tractors),and just like everyone else do not want ...
A: Joel, It's hard to say on the surface. Does that include Fuel? How much "free" time are you ...
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| Hot Shot Info | 2/11/2008 |
Q: Wanting to get into the Hot Shot business and want to know about what the price per mile is going ...
A: Eric, I am no expert on the Hotshot business, but here are a couple of sites that might be useful: ...
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| Trucking company startup in New England | 2/9/2008 |
Q: I recently sent this question to Isreal, then realized your background seems more aligned to the ...
A: Rich, your model seems sound. I can't really speak to the regional differences since I do not ...
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| ICC Regulations | 2/7/2008 |
Q: I'm trying to find the regulation on concealed damages and filing claims. Can you tell me where to ...
A: http://www.access.gpo.gov/nara/cfr/waisidx_03/49cfr370_03.html Here is the place to start for the ...
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| authority | 2/3/2008 |
Q: how much does it usually cost to get your authority. insurance, etc. and when you get a load does ...
A: Laura, start here for everything you need to know about getting your authority. ...
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| finding customers | 2/1/2008 |
Q: I've been an 48 state owner/operator for over 2yrs. I'm recently getting my own authority,but ...
A: David, Pricing is part Science and part Art. Step 1 is know your costs in detail. Step 2 is market ...
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| Hotshot | 1/28/2008 |
Q: I have my own company and I was doing local transport with a 1 ton truck. I also have my class a ...
A: Mike, I don't have any specific experience in this market, but I would try these to start: ...
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| fedex trucking business | 1/27/2008 |
Q: i got excited when i heard about fedex critical customs,.... but i don't have enough information. ...
A: Renzon,I really can't answer that but suggest you find out what they will pay for different size ...
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| Starting a freight forwarding business | 1/24/2008 |
Q: My fiancee' and I, his nephew and wife would like to know how do we start up a freight forwarding ...
A: Shannon, are you talking about international or domestic freight forwarding? These are two very ...
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| finding customers | 1/21/2008 |
Q: I've been an 48 state owner/operator for over 2yrs. I'm recently getting my own authority,but ...
A: David, building up a customer base can be very time consuming even for a dedicated sales person. ...
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| OO Pursuing Independent Contract | 1/20/2008 |
Q: We are new to the trucking industry, and decided to enter with a Straight truck (24ft straight, ...
A: Harv, from a contract perspective familiarize yourself with the ATA NITL model Truckload contract. ...
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| Starting a Trucking Company | 1/19/2008 |
Q: I am thinking about starting my own company. I have 11 years of driving experience, almost 10 years ...
A: Phil, with your experience you probably have a pretty good idea of the various options. Unless you ...
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| Hot shot Insurance | 1/16/2008 |
Q: I have done quite a bit of research here and elsewhere on being legal hotshotting. I'll pay about ...
A: Mark, if you are operating entirely within a state you just need to check your states requirements ...
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| Hot shot Insurance | 1/11/2008 |
Q: I have done quite a bit of research here and elsewhere on being legal hotshotting. I'll pay about ...
A: Mark, don't confuse liability with insurance. As a carrier your liability will only be limited by ...
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| Who do I drive for? | 1/7/2008 |
Q: I just graduated from a PTDI certified school in Liverpool, NY ( NTTS) maybe you are ...
A: Jeff, there is still a shortage of qualified drivers so you should be able to find something. The ...
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| Freight Brokerage | 1/5/2008 |
Q: just found this site myself. I've been doing some research into opening a Brokerage, and I have ...
A: Rita, I have not seen the material but TIA is the leading industry association for Brokers so I ...
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| Hot Shots | 12/27/2007 |
Q: I am in the process of putting on some hot shot trucks, my questions are: 1. Do drivers have to ...
A: Ken, 1. the CDL requirement is based on size of truck. ...
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| boat hauling | 12/18/2007 |
Q: im about to turn 20 and im a firefighter in florida. as you might know i have alot of time off and i ...
A: Kyle, with this type of truck you might be interested in the expediting sector, also known as ...
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| Owning your own dump truck | 12/17/2007 |
Q: I am thinking about buying a dump truck or two and I read the two posts about owning a dump truck. I ...
A: Lin, this is the classic Chicken and the Egg scenario; which comes first? I tend to be conservative ...
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| How much do you charge a mile for ltl frieght? | 12/8/2007 |
Q: just looking on starting a hot shot business and not sure how everything works. I went on ...
A: Chris, Generally a broker will offer a load or ltl at a set price to see if he can find a qualified ...
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| Are brokered loads the only way???? | 12/7/2007 |
Q: My husband has had his authority for about 6 months now. He's registered with several brokers and ...
A: Kimberly, if your husband has his contract operating authority and the appropriate insurance and DOT ...
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| sites | 12/6/2007 |
Q: what are the best sites for a car hauling business? i use central dispatch right now but if you ...
A: Tim, I don't have any personal knowledge in this field, but here are a few you might check out: ...
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| Hot Shot start up | 12/4/2007 |
Q: Jim I am looking at starting a hot shot company in north central Texas. My question is what I need. ...
A: Caleb, aside from the usual stuff you need to do to start and run a business, here are suggestions ...
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| Trucking broker | 12/2/2007 |
Q: Jim- My husband is an over-the-road driver who is in the process of buying his own truck and I am ...
A: Sarah, you will be better off if you can find a broker to hire and train you. To do it on your own ...
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| Owning your own dump truck | 11/27/2007 |
Q: My fiance' is thinking about looking into owning his own dump truck. He has worked in the trucking ...
A: Tomica, the first question is who will hw haul for? Do you have customers lined up or will he ...
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| pricing issues | 11/9/2007 |
Q: I am new to the trucking industry and have been an owner operator for only a short time. I have ...
A: Clayton, the "market" rate for this lane is about $1.24/mile +.32/mile fsc. There is currently a ...
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| Trying to start up | 11/8/2007 |
Q: I am in the process of opening my own hot shot business. I am using my personal truck to haul ...
A: Lindsay, this is outside my normal area of expertise but the $1.00 to $1.50 sound like it should ...
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| couple starting out | 11/4/2007 |
Q: My wife and I are considering a career in trucking. Can you recommend any information sources? A ...
A: Jim, I think this is an excellent way to start. You can start with any size truck and then decide if ...
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| Hot shot trucking | 10/24/2007 |
Q: I have ten years of driving experience, and I am very serious about starting my own hot shot company ...
A: Daniel, if you are just starting I would recommend signing on as an owner operator with one of the ...
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| pricing | 10/23/2007 |
Q: being new to the trucking business, I'm struggling with determining what is a fair price when ...
A: Paul, if I were in your position I would subscribe to an online data service that collects and ...
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| new carreer | 10/20/2007 |
Q: I am wanting to start a new carreer as a driver. I'll need to get the CDL and everything. What is ...
A: I can't really recommend any particular school, but I wouod suggest staring with your local ...
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| Hot Shot Trucking | 10/17/2007 |
Q: Jim- I know a couple who have started a trucking business here in Houston, they have one truck, the ...
A: Eric, the term leasing as used in trucking can have several variations. You can lease a tractor or ...
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| Need Advise | 10/13/2007 |
Q: I obtain my CDL in 2005 and in 2006 I had a truck accident with a fatality. They charged me with ...
A: You are in a difficult situation. If you had years of safe driving before this accident you would ...
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| Bid/Proposal Forms | 10/9/2007 |
Q: Bowers, Just want to start off again and thank you for your great advice. My question is there ...
A: Manuel, any templates I have seen are created for a specific customer bid / response. Many bids ...
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| Contracting with Local Courier Services | 10/4/2007 |
Q: In Georgia, we are making the transition from driving tow trucks (had 2, sold them) to 24' or 26' ...
A: Maddy, I think you have a good plan, BUT, be sure to read any contract you are handed in detail. ...
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| company expansion | 10/1/2007 |
Q: I'm novice to the industry-but i am considering investing or partnering in the expansion of my ...
A: Dennis, there is no easy answer to your question. The current driver shortage is national in scope ...
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| Trucking Partnership | 9/30/2007 |
Q: Friends rig is in the shop and needs me to help him get it out. We are considering a partnership ...
A: PJ, there is more than one way to go on this. If you operate as an owner operator running under ...
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| Bid Process | 9/28/2007 |
Q: Bowers, Looking into getting my own contracts from shippers. Do shippers put out "bids" and ...
A: This is part of that marketing, prospecting and sales effort. You just have to start asking and ...
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| Bid Process | 9/27/2007 |
Q: Bowers, Looking into getting my own contracts from shippers. Do shippers put out "bids" and ...
A: Manuel, large shippers with big volumes generally put their freight out for bid to their select list ...
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| Own Business - Contracts | 9/26/2007 |
Q: Bowers, Probably this question has been asked a million times but this is my first time finding ...
A: Manuel, most small trucking companies have a mix of business. Some directly from shippers and some ...
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| CPM on standard loads | 9/19/2007 |
Q: I did some research on getloaded.com and some other website, but I can'realy get price info. I see ...
A: Ray, the pricing will be all over the board depending on the lane, the direction, and general ...
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| Starting in the business | 9/14/2007 |
Q: some of my friends and myself are trying to make a move and join together with about 15 trucks and ...
A: Ray, to begin start by understanding the legal requirements for DOT registration. ...
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| Starting a Dump Truck Business | 9/10/2007 |
Q: Good Afternoon Mr. Bowers: I have gained a lot of interest in getting into the Dump Trucking ...
A: Bobby, I assume you are talking about buying a truck and running as an owner operator. It sounds ...
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| o/o looking for local work | 9/6/2007 |
Q: Whats the best way to find local work for an o/o most local co.s dont advertise and dont have web ...
A: Mike, target the 3PL and warehouse companies that have their own fleets. Most will have a mix of ...
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| OTR Experience Not Recent | 9/2/2007 |
Q: I have a total of 3 yrs experience driving OTR. However, I have not drove since 2001. Im finding it ...
A: Bobby. I'm surprised you are having difficulty finding a job with the constant demand for drivers. ...
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| driver salary | 8/29/2007 |
Q: I'am starting a car hauling buisness and I know that most truckers get paid per mile but in my case ...
A: I'm sorry but I really don't have and specific market knowledge for car haulers. It will be ...
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| Buying a 53 foot reefer trailer | 8/21/2007 |
Q: My brother and I recently started our own trucking business. We only have one truck at the moment ...
A: Here is another site to check out for used trailers: ...
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| Hot Shot car hauling local rates | 8/17/2007 |
Q: I'm thinking of getting into the hotshot car hauling business with a 1 ton dually and an open 3-4 ...
A: Tom, I'm not familiar with the local market for this service and your competitors are not likely to ...
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| Specialty Trucks yet still no work | 8/16/2007 |
Q: My family and I just started trucking business in Texas with a couple of conveyor trucks. They are a ...
A: David. This is a really unique specialty niche. I checked your website and the manufacturer's. ...
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| bol law regarding payment | 8/13/2007 |
Q: We did some cross dock work for a broker who is now defunct, one of the carriers who picked up here ...
A: I would suggest contacting a transportation attorney. There are several variables. Was the carrier ...
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| Specialty Trucks yet still no work | 8/10/2007 |
Q: My family and I just started trucking business in Texas with a couple of conveyor trucks. They are a ...
A: David, I am not familiar with the truck you describe. Is it an open bulk hauling truck like a dump ...
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| Novice Importer Needing Guidance | 8/8/2007 |
Q: Boy am I glad I found your website. We're beginning an import business and we'll be importing about ...
A: There are many variables that can impact both cost and service. I would start by contacting drayage ...
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| start-up idea | 8/5/2007 |
Q: Jim; I have an idea to deliver freight locally within 100 of dowtown Atlanta. Using a 26 ft. box ...
A: Charles, just to follow up. Look at this link: ...
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| contract negotiations | 7/27/2007 |
Q: My brother wants to get back on the road and would like to work on getting a contract so he can have ...
A: That changes the answer a little. As an owner operator you can either contract to a regular ...
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| contract negotiations | 7/26/2007 |
Q: My brother wants to get back on the road and would like to work on getting a contract so he can have ...
A: Clay, the first step is to identify what type of work he is looking for. I assume he is not an ...
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| Contracts for auto hauling company | 7/24/2007 |
Q: Do you know where I can obtain a sample contract for an auto hauling company?
A: Nicole, I don't know of a contract specifically for auto haulers. You might start with the general ...
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| hotshot hauling | 7/17/2007 |
Q: Is there a internet load that is more focused on hotshot or ltl loads most i have found seem to be ...
A: Terry, I assume you already know about this website: http://www.expeditersonline.com/ It's not a ...
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| truck size | 7/16/2007 |
Q: I wonder if you could tell me if my pick up truck is useful to haul freight and if so could you ...
A: Wes, you will be limited by the carrying capacity of your truck and if it's open or closed on the ...
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| Need a F450 dump truck | 7/12/2007 |
Q: I just started my business in masonry, and in need of a f450 dump truck. do you have any ...
A: Try these websites: http://www.trucker.com/Trucks.aspx?EquipType=5&EquipTypeName=Dump_Truck ...
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| Transportation Broker | 7/5/2007 |
Q: I work as a credit research investigator, doing credit reports on trans broker, and shippers, I was ...
A: Jamie, for the legal licensing requirements go to FMCSA: ...
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| Cutting out the middle man | 6/27/2007 |
Q: My husband is an 0/0 and he would like to get loads directly from shippers instead of dealing with ...
A: Sara, as an OO you can lease directly to another motor carrier. If you lease to a motor carrier you ...
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| trucking briker | 6/16/2007 |
Q: we have a hot shot trucking now and are looking into starting up in the broker business, how much ...
A: Regina, for the legal licensing requirements go to FMCSA: ...
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| hired movers | 6/7/2007 |
Q: we hired a moving company to come and move our belongings from Colorado to California. This is a ...
A: Barbara, the Interstate Household Goods moving industry is regulated by the FMCSA. Check this link: ...
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| starting up side work | 6/3/2007 |
Q: I have a 1Ton truck and 26ft gooseneck trailer with 2 10,000lb axles i want to know if there is any ...
A: Typically this type of equipment is used in the "hot shot" business. Depending if you have an open ...
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| how to find local flatbed shipping | 6/1/2007 |
Q: Good morning, I am trying to locate a shipping company in or around Luzerne county, PA and I'm not ...
A: Samuel, I don't personally know any flatbed truckers in your area, but you might start here: ...
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| Charge per mile | 5/24/2007 |
Q: I have been a company driver for about 8 years and I have finally decided to start working for ...
A: As you might guess Rick, I like the rest cannot give you a specific CPM for all the same reasons. I ...
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| bidding usps mail route | 5/23/2007 |
Q: I would like to bid on a mail route using tractor trailers running 300 miles prox per day local. ...
A: Merle, I can't tell youo how to price your services, only you can determinine that from your ...
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| Dump trucking | 5/16/2007 |
Q: I'm currently Ower Operator in the freight hauling industry in local Chicago Intermodal. I will love ...
A: Lloyd, I'm sorry I don't have any specific knowledge of the dump trucking market in the Chicago ...
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| Hot Shot business | 4/24/2007 |
Q: Jim- I am an accountant by trade, in fact, both my wife and I are accountants. Lately, I have been ...
A: Eric, I am no expert in this business, but check out these websites for a general feel for the ...
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| Should I start my own company | 4/16/2007 |
Q: I have a furniture co in Eastern PA and I make around 50-75 delvieries to NJ/NY/MA we have asmall ...
A: Mike, you may need to consult a good attorney on this one. I took a quick look at the NJ sales tax ...
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| Pricing Structure | 4/9/2007 |
Q: I am starting up a hot shot company and I am looking for help in setting up a pricing structure. I ...
A: E.B., Pricing is 1/2 art and 1/2 science. 1. Know your costs and the difference between fixed and ...
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| Pricing | 4/9/2007 |
Q: Jim, I would like to know if you could tell me if there are any sites out there that can help in ...
A: Khari, Try this site: http://www.promiles.com/TruckMiles_WEB.asp You can also get miles from Google ...
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| Assesorial cost | 3/20/2007 |
Q: What do you mean by Assessorial cost ?
A: Accessorial charges are generally added cost for additional services above and beyond the basic ...
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| trucking | 2/14/2007 |
Q: what is the difference between a courier service and a freight forwarder or broker? Also, if a ...
A: Pat, here is an article that goes into some detail on the subject. ...
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| trucking investment | 2/10/2007 |
Q: Like the other person I too have no idea about trucking business and am in a position where I can ...
A: Frank, the numbers sound ok, but it sounds risky. Why wouldn't an O/O simply finance his truck ...
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| Trucking Investment | 2/6/2007 |
Q: Jim, This is just a case of me financing a truck and then leasing it to a carrier. My only ...
A: Sounds prestty simple. What is the term of the lease and what will the residual value of the truck ...
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| Trucking Investment | 2/6/2007 |
Q: I'm not sure you can answer this question for me. But you may be able to give me some insight with ...
A: Jeff, a couple questions. Who is going to drive the truck and provide the loads? Is this simply a ...
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| Trucking | 1/24/2007 |
Q: I own 3 trucks two 48 and one 53, like someone else I saw who asked a question we now use a third ...
A: Ashley, it's all about sales. Start with companies you know. Ask questions, get to the decision ...
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| What to charge | 12/24/2006 |
Q: I have a 18ft van which I plan to hall freight in for different companies here in Southern ...
A: In a short haul operation subject to traffic congestion it's more a matter of time than miles. ...
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| Bidding on Contract | 12/19/2006 |
Q: A fellow co-worker and I work for a company who does nothing but shuttle trailers and the contract ...
A: Roger, shuttle trucking is not for the faint of heart. It's a tough way to make a buck. How big is ...
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| Difference Between Dispatcher and Broker | 11/29/2006 |
Q: Could you explain the difference between a work at home dispatcher that services an owner operator ...
A: Jeffrey, i have never heard of a work at home dispatcher that services an owner operator. Is ...
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| Shipping a water truck | 11/26/2006 |
Q: We are a drilling company located in San Jose Costa Rica. We recently purchased a Mack 6X6 water ...
A: Jerry, this is a bit out of my area of expertise, but I would suggest getting quotes from a couple ...
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| Another part of the trucking industry | 11/20/2006 |
Q: I have worked behind the wheel of a truck (over the road) and found that: It sucks. The principal ...
A: Lemas, dispatching and brokering are two alternatives to use the knowledge you gained as a driver in ...
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| profits in the trucking industry | 11/12/2006 |
Q: How much can a company driver OTR make throughout the year with intensive driving 6 days of the week ...
A: A company driver OTR is usuall paid by the mile, so you want to work for a coompany that will give ...
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| invoicing | 11/6/2006 |
Q: What is the time limit to bill assesorial charges that were not billed on orig. invoice?
A: Tina, if you are operating as a common carrier the limit for undercharge and overcharge claims, ...
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| truck broking | 10/14/2006 |
Q: Can you help me find a source to work for as a truck broker. I just got off the road from being a ...
A: Amy, do youo have your brokers license? or looking to work for a broker? You could also work as a ...
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| OTR and drive time/ Log Books | 10/5/2006 |
Q: I am interested in OTR. But, I have heard stories about drivers and the LOG BOOKS. Can I really ...
A: Peter, your bewst source of information on Hours of Service is the FMCSA website: ...
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| Zone rates | 9/29/2006 |
Q: I am just starting in the buisness as a owner operator with my own authority, where can I find ...
A: I don't know of anything like what yoiu are looking for. The market determines the rate and as you ...
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| invoce | 9/28/2006 |
Q: pleae advice on the proffesional invocing wording. we were hold up and not loeaded for 2 days -- ...
A: Steve, before you bill anything, what does your contract say? You can use any standard invoice form ...
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| dispatching trucks | 9/24/2006 |
Q: I would like some information on how to become a truck dispatcher. Any and all information would be ...
A: Amy, not knowing your background it's hard to say where to start. Here is a possability: ...
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| Owner operator just starting | 9/20/2006 |
Q: My boyfriend just purchased a truck[owner operator] Down the road we would like to look into ...
A: Kim, I don't know of any government driving jobs outside of the military. The government usually ...
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| My own Operating Authority!!! | 9/20/2006 |
Q: Jim- I purchased a tractor earlier in the year and leased on with a gentleman pulling his stepdeck. ...
A: I'm not real familiar with the market in the Northwest, (I'm in Florida). But there are several ...
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| Owner Operator | 9/18/2006 |
Q: I have a very unfortunate situation I need to handle and I am hoping you would not mind helping. My ...
A: Gini, not knowing the specifics of your case I can respond only in generality. You mentioned a ...
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| Career Change | 9/7/2006 |
Q: I am thinking about changing careers. OTR trucking keeps popping into my head. What can I expect? ...
A: Truck Driving is definitely a good career for a woman if you are suited to the irregular hours and ...
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| payment of fuel surcharge | 9/6/2006 |
Q: Mr. Bowers, I lease to a nationwide carrier and their only customer at my terminal pays a pretty ...
A: John, the first thing is to look at your contract to see if they specify how the fuel surcharge is ...
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| brokerage | 9/1/2006 |
Q: My husband is going to be an owner operator and I want to become a broker. Do I need to go to ...
A: Yes Carietta, you do need a license to legally act as a broker. I don't know any shippers or ...
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| Need Advice | 8/18/2006 |
Q: I escort oversize loads. My question is if another escort company that I run loads for does not pay ...
A: This is outside my area of expertise, but it seems like a simple question of who did you contract ...
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| truck broker | 8/14/2006 |
Q: I am wondering if you know anything about http://www.freightbrokerbootcamp.com/, like is a reliable ...
A: 1st question Brenda, do you have any experience in Trucking? There is a whole lot more to the ...
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| no pay for driver | 8/5/2006 |
Q: .i have a friend who is working for werner now. of course, he is long-haul. for the past 2 months, ...
A: I don't have any personal knowledge of Werner's business practice, but if they did this to all of ...
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| bidders list | 7/14/2006 |
Q: Just wondering if you have any links or information about getting on a bidders list for a small ...
A: try these: http://www.costpermile.com/load%20boards%20online.htm You could also consider signing on ...
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| how to become a trucking broker | 7/6/2006 |
Q: I am interested in becoming a truck broker handling freight in the US. How would I start. Thank ...
A: Depends on your current industry knowledge and network of contacts. Start by checking out the ...
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| Pricing | 6/19/2006 |
Q: I am hauling ltl freight. If I were to come up with a daily rate and then charge per mile, would my ...
A: There are a couple of ways you could do this depending on the customer's preference. You could ...
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| Pricing | 6/18/2006 |
Q: I have been contracted to a major carrier and am now looking to go out on my own. I've been ...
A: Are you talking about truckload or LTL? How far do you want to go? Is it just you and 1 truck? ...
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| how 2 be a broker and advice | 6/9/2006 |
Q: ------------------------- Followup To I WOULD LIKE TO KEEP MY TRUCKS AND BECOME A BROKER ALSO. AND ...
A: Juan, I would start by checking out the industry association: http://www.tianet.org/index.htm There ...
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| how 2 be a broker and advice | 6/9/2006 |
Q: I HAVE 3 TRUCKS AND TWO OF THE TRUCK I DO SPLIT SEAT. I AM LEASE ON TO A COMPANY IN JACKSONVILLE FL. ...
A: Juan, it all depends. Are you planning to get rid of your trucks? or use the brokerage to get ...
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| Becoming a owner/operator | 5/16/2006 |
Q: I have thought about leaving my 9 to 5 job for quite sometime now and becoming a owner/operator ...
A: I would suggest signing on with a company at first to see how it works out and how you like it. ...
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| Becoming a owner/operator | 5/16/2006 |
Q: I have thought about leaving my 9 to 5 job for quite sometime now and becoming a owner/operator ...
A: You can definitely make it as an owner operator if you are hard working and flexible. I am curious ...
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| Rate and Reliability | 2/27/2006 |
Q: I am establishing a business that requires the transportation of freight within four separate ...
A: Peter there is deefinitely someone out there interested in serving your business. The pricing will ...
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| where do truckers sleep? | 2/10/2006 |
Q: i've been wondering about this for a while now since i considered being a trucker a few months ago. ...
A: Eigan, there are all kinds of driving jobs. Many local driving jobs have you home every night, ...
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| Submitting a bid | 1/19/2006 |
Q: We would be hiring drivers, since my husband already runs 6 days out of the week. We are bidding on ...
A: If you have accurately calculated your total costs including depreciation to replace the truck down ...
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| Operating costs | 1/18/2006 |
Q: I am thinking of buying my own truck and I was wondering if you could outline some of the costs that ...
A: Shane, check out this link: http://www.ooida.com/Documents/2003_Cost_Ops.pdf This should give you a ...
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| starting a trucking company. . .? | 1/18/2006 |
Q: A friend of mine has recently informed me of his desire to start a trucking company. Nothing big. ...
A: Keith, you have heard the saying "If it sounds too good to be true, it prabably is!". Having said ...
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| Submitting a bid | 1/14/2006 |
Q: My husband and I operate a small trucking company with our own authority and our own insurance. We ...
A: There are really too many variables but this is basically a supply and demand business. What kind ...
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| rate question | 10/9/2005 |
Q: ------------------------- Followup: Wow! That was fast! My wife and I are leased to a small carrier ...
A: Carlos, you do not need your own authority to contract to Bullet or any other carrier as you would ...
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| rate question | 10/9/2005 |
Q: my wife and I are owner operators looking to get our motor carrier authority and contract with a ...
A: we are practicaly nieghbors. I live in Lakeland. I'm not sure exactly what to tell you. The ...
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| truck brocker | 8/15/2005 |
Q: Are there any schools that i can take a truck broker class at other than the DOT? Also what are the ...
A: Tiffany, I would start with the industry association, The Transportation Intermediaries Association ...
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| Truck Recruiter/Broker Jobs | 8/14/2005 |
Q: I'm a 51 y.o., O.T.R. trucker w. 4.5 yrs. exp. Getting kind of tired of being gone for periods. I ...
A: Mike, I have seen ads for broker training schools but don't have any knowlege of how good they are. ...
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| Trucking Income Possibilities | 6/24/2005 |
Q: I live in Tennessee and have no trucking experience (currently looking into the best route into the ...
A: Gary, are you planning to sign on as a company driver or buy a truck and operate as an ...
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| Become a Broker | 5/16/2005 |
Q: My neighbor is a truck broker and seems to be doing quite well at it (he has mentioned this twice ...
A: Dennis, truck brokerage sounds like a good business to operate from home but it all comes down to ...
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| Truck Driving | 4/12/2005 |
Q: I live in Huntsville, Texas and I am looking at getting into trucking. I wanted to see if you could ...
A: Michael, I don't have any knowledge of truck driving schools, but there is a shortage of qualified ...
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| semi trucks | 2/23/2005 |
Q: why are they called "semi" trucks. I'm dying here, I can't find the answer anywhere online!
A: I have head other theories but I think when they were first invented most trailers or carts had 4 ...
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| Trucking Charges | 1/31/2005 |
Q: Jim, I need some info on what and how i should be charging customers. I have just started a small ...
A: Todd, I am not real familiar with the pricing structure in this segment but anything "expedited" ...
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| o/o vs. motor carrier | 1/18/2005 |
Q: just a quik addtional question. if we have o/os hauling loads for us is that considered brokerage in ...
A: If you hire an owner operator they are acting as a contractor to you, so the freight has to move ...
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| owner operator vs motor carrier | 1/18/2005 |
Q: so would a motor carrier maybe less hassle, what about the cost differance, we haul intermodal from ...
A: Not knowing the details of your business, it would be difficult to give you a credible answer one ...
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| owner operator vs motor carrier | 1/17/2005 |
Q: i work for a small trucking company(3 trucks)and we want to expand and haul more loads but at this ...
A: Jeff, Owner Operators are a good way to expand your capacity but not easy. Most Owner Operators ...
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| Trucking Salaries/ Employability | 1/9/2005 |
Q: I am talking to some schools right now, and they are telling me how high the demand is for truckers. ...
A: There is currently a severe shortage of truck driveres throughout the country. Although I don't ...
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| truck costs | 10/14/2004 |
Q: where can we find out costs average for the trucking industry as far as all costs relating to ...
A: Marion, so much depends on your particular type of operation, but the best source of information I ...
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| Buy a Truck? | 6/14/2004 |
Q: I am asking for some quick help on a matter. An OWNER OPERATOR company named "Refrigerated Transport ...
A: Mike, be careful what contracts you sign. To check out this carrier, start by getting their MC or ...
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| Trucking Rates | 5/28/2003 |
Q: Jim - I work for a company in Southern California and we manufacture furniture. Each week, we ...
A: Bill, Your truckload rates seem to be pretty much in line for quality carriers. You might find ...
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| Dispatching | 5/20/2003 |
Q: first, I want to thank you for volunteering your expertise and I hope my question is within the ...
A: Don, this is not my normal area of expertise but I believe that many dispatchers are former drivers. ...
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| Trucking! | 6/4/2001 |
Q: One of my friend want to buy a couple of trucks and used them for shiping( as a freeland). At first ...
A: You might want to be very cautious until the economy starts to come back. Take a look at this ...
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