Trucking/Questions
| Subject | Date Asked | Expert |
| Few Questions | 1/9/2007 | Bob Stephens |
| Q: . I just bought a 06 Ford F350 6.0, 4 door DRW. I live in the Daytona Beach area. I do not currently ... A: It really depends on who your target customer is. I know you don't want to turn away work, but it's ... | ||
| Carriers' Lease/Purchase programs | 1/8/2007 | Bob Stephens |
| Q: I've been running OTR/Regional for 8 years as a "company driver" and really feel that I want/need to ... A: There is good and bad with the Lease/Purchase programs. OOIDA really hammers some companies that ... | ||
| hauling cars in metro area | 1/8/2007 | Bob Stephens |
| Q: do you know of any companies i could talk to to get started with. at this time i own my own dump ... A: I'm assuming that you want to buy a car hauler and still be an owner-operator. If so, depending on ... | ||
| help | 1/8/2007 | Bob Stephens |
| Q: looking to get a grant so i can buy a truck and trailer but no clue where????????? need it asap ... A: I am not aware of any Grants to start a trucking company. That's not to say there isn't one. I ... | ||
| starting my own trucking business | 1/8/2007 | Robert E Ilsley |
| Q: my question is will i really be profitable in being an owner operator to the point to where i can ... A: Good morning, Start Ups can be very expensive, and you should have a fair amount of money in the ... | ||
| ICC question | 1/6/2007 | J. P. Long |
| Q: I have a customer who needs loads moved from one point to another is same state. I do not have ... A: This would be risky with out IN intrastate authority. If this will be an on-going thing you may want ... | ||
| fuel tax and log book | 1/6/2007 | J. P. Long |
| Q: My question is this, I am based in Massachusetts and I leased my tractor to in intermodal company ... A: You will need to keep record of miles you travel in each state, and have original fuel tickets for ... | ||
| Hauling Rates | 1/6/2007 | Bob Stephens |
| Q: Where can I find information on starting a Hot Shot Service? I would like to know where to find ... A: I've answered a lot of Hot Shot questions on AllExperts, review some of my previous answers and that ... | ||
| A new owner/operator | 1/6/2007 | Bob Stephens |
| Q: You have great advice Bob! My father is a new owner/operator. He has the truck (no trailer), all ... A: Well, your first problem is that you will need a trailer. When you call these companies, they just ... | ||
| Car Hauling Insurance | 1/5/2007 | Bob Stephens |
| Q: Trying to find out what kind of and who insures. Do you know what kind of insurance we need for a 4 ... A: I actually have much of my insurance with Progressive Insurance. You can get on their web site at ... | ||
| Is Part-Time Hot Shot work Feasible??? | 1/2/2007 | Bob Stephens |
| Q: I was wondering if there were many people in the HotShot Trucking business that just did it part ... A: Part time would be hard to do during the week. The best answer I could give you is to talk to some ... | ||
| Starting a trucking company | 12/31/2006 | Bob Stephens |
| Q: My husband and I are going to try and start a truck company. We are now trying to buy a truck in ... A: Your down payment will depend on your credit, but also companies are going to shy away because this ... | ||
| acquiring more busines | 12/30/2006 | Bob Stephens |
| Q: Bob, I would go under the "Trucking" heading in the yellow pages, also I would be the only ... A: The only one in under trucking? That's great! When you go to a sign shop, like I said, keep it ... | ||
| acquiring more busines | 12/30/2006 | Bob Stephens |
| Q: Bob, How do feel about placing an ad in the phone book. It's a little pricey but I think it's my ... A: The phone book is not bad advertising, but it is expensive. My wife use to sell yellow page ... | ||
| considering a trucking career... | 12/29/2006 | Bob Stephens |
| Q: I'm completely new to this, but I'm interested in a trucking career. I do not have a CDL and I'm ... A: What I use to do was apply to all the companies I'm interested in and then evaluate each one that ... | ||
| acquiring more busines | 12/28/2006 | Bob Stephens |
| Q: I started my trucking company last year. I run a 24' box truck. 99% of my business is greenhouse ... A: Congratulations on starting your trucking company. It's funny, I know of a Nursery here in Florida ... | ||
| Getting Started | 12/28/2006 | Bob Stephens |
| Q: I have an 2005 F350 dually diesel and would like to get started in the Hot Shot business. At this ... A: There are plenty of trucking sites that you could go to for information on specific companies. Go to ... | ||
| Starting a trucking company | 12/28/2006 | Bob Stephens |
| Q: My husband and I are going to try and start a truck company. We are now trying to buy a truck in ... A: I've answered very similar questions to yours and am glad to help. First thing, when you buy that ... | ||
| What to charge | 12/24/2006 | Jim Bowers |
| 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. ... | ||
| THINKING ABOUT IT | 12/20/2006 | Bob Stephens |
| Q: DO COMPANY TRUCKS SOMETIMES, NEVER, HAVE CONNECTIONS FOR PERSONAL P.C.,T.V.,ECT?? A: Every company is different in what they offer. The last, big, OTR company that I drove for had ... | ||
| Dodge Ram 3500 SRW | 12/20/2006 | Bob Stephens |
| Q: Can I use this vehicle to pull hot shot loads? If yes: 1. How much weight can I haul. 2. What would ... A: I would check with Dodge for specifics on towing capacity, but you should be able to tow about ... | ||
| Bidding on Contract | 12/19/2006 | Jim Bowers |
| 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 ... | ||
| Freight Broker | 12/18/2006 | Bob Stephens |
| Q: I would like to become a freight broker and I understand I need insurance/surety bond. Do I need to ... A: First you will need to be licensed with FMCSA (Federal Motor Carriers Safety Administration). Yes, ... | ||
| crst contract | 12/17/2006 | Bob Stephens |
| Q: we are 4 months deep into our 8 month crst contract. Not very pleased with the company at ALL...and ... A: I would assume that your in an eight month contract to repay the CRST Driver's School that you ... | ||
| hot shot trucking | 12/16/2006 | Bob Stephens |
| Q: Me and my husband was thinking about getting into the hot shot run thing as me being a broker. He ... A: I get asked a ton of questions about getting into the hot shot business. Not knowing your (or your ... | ||
| abandon truck | 12/14/2006 | Bob Stephens |
| Q: i worked for a company. i stopped working for them suddenly and i left there truck and trler in one ... A: I've seen this happen before. I'm no big fan of DAC reports. This has happened to a number of ... | ||
| Freight Broker | 12/14/2006 | J. P. Long |
| Q: What do I need to do to become a Freight Broker? What licenses or permits do I need and what is the ... A: You would need Federal Broker Authority and must post a surety bond with FMCSA or trust fund ... | ||
| Lowboy Vs. Wedge | 12/6/2006 | Bob Stephens |
| Q: Mr. Stephens, I have gotten alot of questions answered already through past answers to people so ... A: I prefer the wedge for a few reasons. The reasons are I listed below. 1. You can cheat the front ... | ||
| starting your own hot shot trucking | 12/6/2006 | Bob Stephens |
| Q: How do you go about starting your own hot shot trucking A: I've answered numerous questions similar to yours. I'll paste the link to one of them for your ... | ||
| how to find contract | 12/5/2006 | Bob Stephens |
| Q: I have been thinking about going with either dump trailer or trash hauling. I live in Massachusetts ... A: If you don't already have a truck, I see a lot of guys that are doing good with Class 6, tri-axle ... | ||
| starting a hauling career | 12/4/2006 | Bob Stephens |
| Q: I'm 24 and I decided that I and a friend as a partner are going to start an autohauling business out ... A: You do have a few questions. I will answer as many as I can. As far as a Ford or Chevy, I see guys ... | ||
| hot shot | 12/4/2006 | J. P. Long |
| Q: authority if I stay under 26k GCVWR do I still need federal MC# if I run Interstate and would I need ... A: You will need Federal Authority if you haul for hire (charge for hauling) and cross state lines. You ... | ||
| Need advice on buying.... quick!! | 12/1/2006 | Bob Stephens |
| Q: My question is this. I have a contract lined up to haul overseas containers locally from port and ... A: I've run an 8100 before and it's not a bad truck. 300 horsepower is at the very bottom of what you ... | ||
| Getting Started | 11/30/2006 | Bob Stephens |
| Q: My Fiance is a truck driver. He in the making of starting his own buisness. He has already ... A: Companies like www.truckershelper.com can help you with software. There are numerous companies that ... | ||
| Difference Between Dispatcher and Broker | 11/29/2006 | Jim Bowers |
| 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 ... | ||
| Hot Shot Trucking Question? | 11/29/2006 | Bob Stephens |
| Q: I'm 25 years old and I'm interested in owning my own hot shot business. I dont have really anything ... A: I've answered questions very similar to yours. For starters, look at some of my previous answers to ... | ||
| Shipping a water truck | 11/26/2006 | Jim Bowers |
| 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 ... | ||
| Starting a car hauling business | 11/26/2006 | Bob Stephens |
| Q: Would like to start a car hauling business in our local area. West Palm Beach Fl. But would like to ... A: Yes, your going to have a intrastate (if you only plan to run in Florida) DOT number. I've put a ... | ||
| Getting Started Information | 11/25/2006 | Bob Stephens |
| Q: My name is James Callahan and I am currently trying to get a government grant from SBA. They have ... A: A simple start-up business plan includes a summary, mission statement, keys to success, market ... | ||
| Starting up a car hauling business | 11/22/2006 | Bob Stephens |
| Q: I car haul currently for a union company servicing the big 3, but I am thinking about starting my ... A: In short, you can make it work, with some research and effort. I see a lot of guys with 350, 450, ... | ||
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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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