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Tec - We are glad to have you as part of our EO family. Your experiences from your time on the road make you a valuable part of our community, and it's sure nice that you enjoy the site. We hope to have you with us for a long time to come. Thanks - Scott

Raceman.... Which one of those programs could best direct you to the closest location to obtain some apple juice? I would also be a big fan of the closest routing to a cheese coney. any suggestions?? Thanks for your support. - Scott

Good question... Each company has their own individual policy regarding the type and size of decals that must be present on a particular unit. Most of the bigger companies use the decals for "brand recognition" while some smaller companies require no decals at all. I hope this sheds a little...

If all the big trucks actually ran 55 in Michigan the highways would be so jammed up that the 4 wheelers would beg for a higher truck speed limit. It wouldn't take long to solve the problem - but the state loves the speeding truckers to fuel the economy. It is a law that was intended to be...

Windshadow - Your expectations are very reasonable and with the work ethic you talk about you should surpass your goals. Call the quality companies that sponsor this site and attend the expo in Detroit next month. Those are the 2 best pieces of advice that you can use to make an informed...

I can speak only for Express-1... The answer to your question is yes, but only in a straight truck. We have some flexibility in our straight truck requirements, but as a rule we need all our tractor drivers to have a minimum of two years tractor experience. If this is something that you may be...

Elton - A class B learners permit will allow an individual to operate a straight truck legally, but only under the watchful eye of a licensed full class A or B holder. What this means to you is.... All of the driving time by the permit holder must be logged as "on duty" time by the CDL holder...

The new rule of thumb should be "don't stop anyplace where the diesel fuel is as hot as the coffee".

Even in a straight truck I would advise carrying a pallet puller ( available from grainger ) and some stout chains. You never know what situation you will be going into for delivery. Be prepared for almost anything!! Best wishes - Scott EW1(SW) 12 years CVN-68, DDG-11, and various other TAD...

For the record... I really was just kidding around about that. I can't pass up an opportunity to take something literally. Just my sense of humor. Sorry if I seemed insensitive.... - Scott

There are plenty of companies that welcome the solo owner operator. I suggest that you invest some time and talk to the different companies that sponsor this site. With the right amount of research you can find a good fit. Keep looking, success is out there. Best of Luck - Scott (wise guy #1)

Expedited Freight is like an ambulance service. The run can be 12 miles or 1200 miles. You never know what is coming next, and that is part of the appeal of this lifestyle. For a person with the right personality type expediting can be a perfect career fit. The type of runs that you speak of...