Recent content by intransit

I can only put an advance on my fuel card once I'm dispatched a load so I can pay for fuel, but how does that work if I'm driving for a contractor and NOT paying for fuel out of my agreement? The contractor pays for fuel, I do not. But I know my % comes from the total amount (obviously).

But that doesn't even make sense? How can anyone expect you go be out here not making any money? This isn't volunteer work... Contracts are for the benefit of both parties, not just the company's benefit at the contractor's expense...

I've been sitting since last Tuesday. I haven't made any money for almost a week. I just started with this company almost 3 weeks ago. My first week they had me busy and running, but the second week was nothing but sitting. In a straight truck. I can't be sitting out here making no money.

I have a 6 speed Allison transmission. It has an option where you can select an UP or DOWN arrow to reduce/increase gear. What is the proper way to use this feature when going up or down hills? I would put it in 3rd gear before going down a hill, but it didn't seem to stop me from accelerating...

Is Work Accident insurance the same as Worker's Comp? I can either purchase it weekly through my company or get it from somewhere else of my own choosing. About how much is a good rate per week/month? Who do you have your insurance through?

Okay cool... thanks. Do you guys and gals find yourself scaling your loads to stay legal?

The total weight of a tractor plus its trailer cannot be more than 80,000 lbs legally... What about a straight truck?

She :D I just feel like I need more information that is compiled more simply than browsing really old questions that mostly concern o/o's. :confused:

I think that's kind of dumb. Why pay $25/week if I don't have to? O_o

I know.. y'all got me concerned now lol. I will inquire tomorrow!

I've read the FAQs, but I still don't have a good understanding of what to expect as a driver for a fleet owner in a straight truck. There are thousands of posts, a lot of which are really old, and it's hard to put it all together. Can anyone link me to anyone's firsthand experience/blogs in...

I will be driving for a fleet owner as a subcontractor. I understand I will not be listed as an "employee," therefore I will have to take out my own taxes. How does all that work? Are there quarterly payments, how do you know how much to reserve for tax time, etc..?! Thanks in advance.

They basically said it was "a rental fee for the truck." I'll ask them what it rly is. But typically what other expenses should a driver have each week, not including fuel? I understand there's a weekly insurance expense that comes out. No Qualcomm fees here. But what else ya think?

I'm considering driving a straight truck for a fleet owner, possibly a company owned truck. They advised me there is a $25/week rental fee. What is that all about?

Thanks!!the form worked that time