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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).

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?

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

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.

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?

Do cargo vans typically haul pallets, or random packages? Just a thought. Also do cargo van drivers need their hazmat endorsement?

Hello everyone, new to the forum here. I'm considering driving a cargo van solo as a subcontractor for one of the expediting companies. So far I've contacted Panther. I reviewed the newbie FAQ's and some questions on the forum but I do have to ask: What other companies can I contact that hire...