Trucking/Questions
| Subject | Date Asked | Expert |
| teamdriving logs | 6/23/2007 | J. P. Long |
| Q: can a codriver log on the off duty line when in the passenger seat? and if not dose the codriver ... A: The DOT Regulations state the co-driver in the passenger seat must log "On Duty-Not Driving". The ... | ||
| Hotshotting | 6/22/2007 | Bob Stephens |
| Q: I was hearing much talk lately about "hotshotting?" Many of my friends tell me that this is moving ... A: Hot Shots are given to the name of any rig under a Class 8 truck that are single axle. Pickup ... | ||
| How do I get | 6/22/2007 | Bob Stephens |
| Q: How do I get a wiring diagram for a 1997 volvo big rig. We have had nothing but trouble ever since ... A: You should be able to get a repair manual from Volvo's parts department. That should have the ... | ||
| Hours of Service with Pick-ups over 10,001lbs. | 6/21/2007 | J. P. Long |
| Q: Greetings. I work for a company where our transportation compliance group has taken the stance that ... A: The DOT Regulations, 383.3 (d) Applicability for Commercial Driver's License Standards, makes an ... | ||
| Trailer leasing | 6/21/2007 | Bob Stephens |
| Q: I have a one ton truck we are putting to work hauling cars. I would like to rent/lease a two car ... A: Probably the same place you'll find Jimmy Hoffa! Seriously, though, I have never seen a business ... | ||
| buying vs leasing dump truck | 6/21/2007 | Bob Stephens |
| Q: we want to purchase a dump truck to start a new business but have no idea if we should apply for a ... A: I prefer a to purchase my trucks. You may decide to keep the truck and hire another driver for it. ... | ||
| dump trucking business | 6/20/2007 | Bob Stephens |
| Q: I would like to get in to dump truck business, specifically roll-off trucking that are used for ... A: A call to the NJ Department of Transportation should help get you off to the right start. Of ... | ||
| Brokers and recruiters | 6/17/2007 | J. P. Long |
| Q: Can you please tell me the difference between a broker and recruiter? Charlene Mills ... A: There are three steps to becoming a broker. 1. Obtain Federal Broker Permit (I can get for you) 2. ... | ||
| trucking briker | 6/16/2007 | Jim Bowers |
| 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: ... | ||
| MCC number and MC number | 6/15/2007 | Bob Stephens |
| Q: What is the difference between a MCC number and a MC number? We're a "for-hire" transportation ... A: MCC is old and no longer used. You want MC numbers. That is your Motor Carrier number for hauling ... | ||
| buying a truck | 6/14/2007 | Bob Stephens |
| Q: when purchasing a used truck, do you think cat or Detroit engine is better? i mean good fuel mileage ... A: I've owned and driven both. I love CAT engines. Their big, powerful and top of the line. That ... | ||
| I need HELP..Looking to start a dump truck business | 6/13/2007 | Bob Stephens |
| Q: I'm completely and totally new to the dump trucking business. I live in Milwaukee, WI. I've heard ... A: Here is a good forum to start your seach... ... | ||
| Starting a New Motor Carrier Company | 6/12/2007 | Bob Stephens |
| Q: We're interested in starting our own carrier company. We know that we need to get an MC Number and ... A: Sites like www.dotauthority.com will get you legal with DOT/MC numbers, IFTA stickers and such. ... | ||
| SERVICE LEADS | 6/12/2007 | Bob Stephens |
| Q: I am based in England,uk, and I have a question regarding the service leads(air lines/electric ... A: Over here in the US, we call them "Gladhands" because they look like clasped hands. Suzies (or ... | ||
| Hauling Trailer | 6/12/2007 | Bob Stephens |
| Q: Bob - My husband and I just bought a Chevy 1 ton Dually and we are hauling our own personal trailer ... A: I'm assuming that your hauling a race car(s). Can I come? Seriously, the weight shouldn't be an ... | ||
| Brokers and recruiters | 6/11/2007 | J. P. Long |
| Q: Can you please tell me the difference between a broker and recruiter? Charlene Mills ... A: A Broker is one who obtains loads from a shipper or trucking company and offers them to other ... | ||
| Hot shot trucking start up money | 6/10/2007 | Bob Stephens |
| Q: Is there a source for hot shot business plans. I plan on leasing out my truck & trailer with a small ... A: Web sites like www.expeditorsonline.com can help teach you a lot. Visiting the forums and asking ... | ||
| hired movers | 6/7/2007 | Jim Bowers |
| 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: ... | ||
| Looking for good used truck | 6/7/2007 | Bob Stephens |
| Q: I am looking for a good used truck (class 8), but I am unsure which Brand model, engine type, ... A: The biggest thing that I tell new owner-operators is to look for an engine warranty. Engine ... | ||
| D.O.T. | 6/6/2007 | Bob Stephens |
| Q: I AM MOVING FROM BOSTON TO FLORIDA I HAVE RENTED A 24 FOOT TRUCK WHICH IS MORE THEN I NEED BUT I ... A: No, you don't have to stop at any weigh stations since your not a commercial vehicle. One word of ... | ||
| Car Hauling | 6/6/2007 | Bob Stephens |
| Q: How would you approach a dealer or an auction company to get loads for a 3-4 car trailer. Also, are ... A: Every dealer is going to have a different person in charge. It could be the sales manager, or ... | ||
| Dump Truck target markets | 6/4/2007 | Bob Stephens |
| Q: I currently own some heavy equipment (skid steer and mini excavator). I am tired of making other ... A: I would simply contact local paving, construction, and excavating companies. They will all have a ... | ||
| starting up side work | 6/3/2007 | Jim Bowers |
| 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 ... | ||
| truck driving rights | 6/3/2007 | Bob Stephens |
| Q: my friend and i are interested in starting a business. he is currently owner operator of 2 tractors. ... A: You need to get your DOT/MC numbers and IFTA. Sites like www.dotautority.com can help you or ... | ||
| Hauling | 6/3/2007 | Bob Stephens |
| Q: Trying to get in the hauling business. Starting up a business proposal for a government grant to get ... A: Contact the Small Business Administration for some help. They'll help you get funding. Prices for ... | ||
| how to find local flatbed shipping | 6/1/2007 | Jim Bowers |
| 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: ... | ||
| failed drug screen | 6/1/2007 | J. P. Long |
| Q: I failed a drug screen 3 years ago .How long will it take for me to get a O.T.R. job again if ever. ... A: The regulations state "a motor carrier must have a report from an SAP showing that the driver has ... | ||
| water truck | 5/30/2007 | J. P. Long |
| Q: do you need a cdl to drive a 4000 gallon water truck in arizona A: I am certain one does need a CDL Class B to drive this truck. The Federal Regulation, which also ... | ||
| Registratopn and weight diferences in hot shot vs. semi | 5/30/2007 | Bob Stephens |
| Q: I have 13 years experience as a tractor trailer driver, both company driver and owner op. I'm ... A: I have a friend who just bought a 2008 F450 and it can haul 24,500. That means you can hook up to ... | ||
| logging fuel time | 5/29/2007 | J. P. Long |
| Q: Is it a requirement to log fuel time if I am bobtailing and off duty. Say i work mon-fri and go in ... A: Bill, I found a DOT interpretation that I believe fits you for the driving time when off-duty: ... | ||
| Starting team driving w/ wife | 5/29/2007 | Bob Stephens |
| Q: I have read quite a bit of your responses on this site. I am very impressed with the good advice you ... A: I try to help out the best that I can. As for your dilemma, you have four choices. One, go to a ... | ||
| Trailer/startup inq. | 5/28/2007 | Bob Stephens |
| Q: I purchased a mint 2000 Peterbilt 379 with low miles. I live in VA. I have the ability to purchase ... A: I would worry about finding dump loads too (not to mention that your Pete will never stay clean). I ... | ||
| start up | 5/28/2007 | Bob Stephens |
| Q: interested in learning every/anything about starting a dump truck business in a resort area of ... A: To be successful, you need to do your research. Your off to a good start start with reading some ... | ||
| Getting Into The Trucking Industry | 5/28/2007 | Bob Stephens |
| Q: I notice that you have some University studies under your belt. As a result, you might be able to ... A: I went from college into truck driving school. I loved it. The open road was calling. My family ... | ||
| Dump Trucks License | 5/25/2007 | J. P. Long |
| Q: I currently own a few dump trucks and was thinking about getting a brokerage license. How would i go ... A: To become a broker, you will need a Federal Permit and Process Agents, which I can obtain for you. ... | ||
| Going into a Trucking Partnership | 5/25/2007 | Bob Stephens |
| Q: I have been approached by my cousin's boyfriend who has his own trucking company. He has been in ... A: It is a tough call. I wouldn't be in a partnership where I was so far away from the operation, ... | ||
| failing drug test for cocaine | 5/24/2007 | J. P. Long |
| Q: Mr. Long, My husband tested positive for cocaine for random drug test through dot. Three months ... A: The way it is suppose to work if a driver test postive: The company that sent him for testing was to ... | ||
| Charge per mile | 5/24/2007 | Jim Bowers |
| 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 ... | ||
| Trucking business | 5/23/2007 | Bob Stephens |
| Q: I am new to starting a trucking company i see a friend that pulls permits quite often. is this ... A: You'll can get permits that will cover you for the year, but if you don't run certain states that ... | ||
| Leasing company | 5/23/2007 | Bob Stephens |
| Q: and you helped a lot, I need more help. I have started a hotshot business in Houston, I have a Ford ... A: As far as specialized Hot Shot Trucking in Houston, I'm not familiar with local companies. I did ... | ||
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Jim Bowers
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Expertise
Expertise in U.S. Trucking Industry, Solution Development, Pricing issues, Bid process, Negotiations, Costing and Pricing information systems.
Experience
30 years.
LTL, TL, and Dedicated Pricing programs, Activity Based Costing, Cost modeling.
Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals
Organizations
Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals, Roundtable Officer.
Education/Credentials
BA Marketing.
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