Recent content by steppenwolf

How about using a pony express method for the long hauls? If cargo needs to go 1500 miles have one driver do the first 700 or 800 miles and then hand off to another driver at a regional office to do the other 750 miles. You would have to have regional offices but it would be less wear and tear...

I don't know what the policy is. I was just trying to get some advice and perspective from some experienced drivers in this industry, but I can tell you that Moot is right about the irony.

Yeah lets just say I think you are on a careful path to the answer.

Thanks for all the replies. Unfortunately, I did not misunderstand him. He said it was unregulated and guys who were used to driving 18-wheels would say they needed a break after 11 hours, but he needed everyone to drive straight thru no matter the distance. It sounded too dangerous for me. I...

I have experience driving a box truck but I am new to the expedite industry. I recently applied to an expedite position in Louisville where the routes are round trip and all miles paid using company vehicles. I had to be willing to be on call which was fine with me but I was told that it was...