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For tax purposes, because I saw you can write off $.50/mi., so since they're paying $.46 it would be a NOL on paper—meaning I wouldn't have to pay much taxes most likely. They give you $5 per stop which I calculated in. I'm not sure of my route yet, they have me going near Detroit tonight...

Here's a little math, it's doesn't look real good to me. Pay Breakdown Per Week $.46/mi. x 1500 mi. + $75 ($5 each stop [3stops/day]) = $765 + 5% (fsc [varies each month]) = $803.25 – $22.75 (Occ/Acc insurance) = $780.50. Thus: $780.50 x 52 = $40,586 gross per year. $40,586 -$10,636...

I'm not really sure how good the job is, I think it depends on getting as cheap and high a mpg vehicle as possible that still has ample cargo space. I figured I'd give it a try since I'm unemployed. Tax wise I'll have net losses since the standard mile rate is $.50 and I get $.46, so no taxes...

I was offered a job with this company: MedicalDeliveryServices and wanted some advice. They pay $.46/mi. and I'll be running 300 miles a night, 5 days a week, so $690 (with only about a $50 surcharge for gas per week). The route only takes about 6 or 7 hours. I'll be hauling Hazmat...

I talked with a Rand McNally rep and she said the Intelliroute can optimize multiple point Hazmat routes, so I think I'll go with it—I like its interface and it has free updates that are mac compatible.

Yeah I called, but seeing as the software was not really gps I didn't ask about price. I might try one of their new gps models though, the 450 or 550. Link is here: PC Miler Navigator truck 430, 440, 450, 540,550, and PCM740 GPS system for truckers Here's a nice comparison of the major models...

Thanks for your opinion Turtle, the job I'm considering involves up to 6 hazmat stops a night, so I think the PC Miller's multiple route optimization is a nice plus. By the way, it seems to be offered in a lap top platform like Streets & Trips as well: PC*MILER|HazMat: ALK Technologies I'm...

Here are the most well known models: Best Truck GPS - GPS Truck Review It seems the PC Miller is the only one that can optimize a route, geez even MS Streets & Trips can do that! By the way, it gets bad reviews too :(

Geez, the RM 500 gets just as bad reviews on Amazon lol.

Thanks Chef, I might go with it, the Garmin 465t isn't really getting good reviews over at Amazon.

Thanks for the replies. I called every Chevy dealer around here and none offer inspections. I guess I'll have to call my carrier about it.

Hi, Is there a list as to where to get an annual DOT vehicle inspection? I'm looking for one in the Cincinnati/Dayton area. I called a few places and none offer it. I have the "ABS" light coming on, meaning my right front anti-lock brake system is screwy. Should I get this fixed first...

Answering my own question here, I think the Garmin 465T does multiple stop Hazmat routing. Garmin nuvi 465T Widescreen GPS Truck Navigator "Multiple-point Routing to calculate the most efficient route between multiple stops."

I just started trading in February of this year and really enjoy it, chart reading etc. I haven't tried currencies or commodities yet, but would like to. I'm gonna start swing trading options eventually as well as stock. I wouldn't mind getting in the dollar if it ever bounces. I have heard a...

I see several models that have Hazmat routing, I'd like one that can do multiple stops, just wondering if anyone has any recommendations on this, thanks.

Thanks all for the replies. Greg I was more talking about a van, otr implying non-local expediting which I suppose you take for granted hehe.

In one thread I heard otr expediting is about 60% night driving. How much like shift work is it? Is there a lot of sleeping during the day? Do you get used to erratic sleep patterns? Just wondering.

I haven't found a site for a nationwide YMCA membership sign up, perhaps you could post a link. For instance, here is reference to a YMCA Max membership, but it says it only covers 10 facilities: YMCA and JCC of Greater Toledo I'll try to call them tomorrow and find out.

Does a membership to the YMCA allow you to enter any of them? They definitely seem to be the most widespread gym/shower solution. Unfortunately, they're almost twice as expensive as most, but do have saunas and even steam rooms at some places it seems. The next best from the map I have found...

There is no justification for taking it from behind. QC is a money maker for both o/o and carrier when you find a convenient, fast load. I think it's bad business practice to overcharge for it, kinda disrespectful. The best place to split the money is at where the shipper is paying for the load.