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    Training?

    Suggest you click link for Free Classifieds then go to Driving Jobs & Opportunities then post your question with as much information you wish. The more qualifying information you post the more folks can see if you fit their needs. Good Luck!
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    Dispatchers?

    With Landstar Express America we don't have to deal with dispatchers we have agents calling us with loads. The beauty is agent are not employees on LEAM so they only make money when they get a truck to carry their load. We can negotiate compensation for each load. If you’re the only truck in...
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    3 fleet owners selling trucks

    3 fleet owners listing 2005-2006 trucks for sale in the same day. I believe we will be seeing more of this before the year is over. Not familiar with resale price on trucks listed but it may be good opportunity for some one in the market for a late model used truck?
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    Location

    March thru August I drove 4 corner area plus southern CA and was kept busy with Landstar driving a 22’ dry box with liftgate. When it was time to visit home in NJ I would secure truck fly home instead of waiting for that full ride back to NJ then back west eliminating any DH, maintenance...
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    how can i get my B cdl without going to a trucking

    RE: how can i get my B cdl without going to a truc I got my CDL class B in NJ without going to school. My test was scheduled on a Monday so I hired an instructor from local driving school over the weekend and we drove over the exact course the test would be given Monday over and over and over...
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    Best Company for a single driver?

    There are many variables between each carrier when it comes to fees. I would suggest you contact each carrier interested in to get current fees charged. Insurance fees depend on coverage you choose, year make and model of tractor/straight truck, extra equipment you choose to have covered such...
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    Special Holiday Meal From Landstar and TravelCente

    Have a Safe and Happy Thanksgiving FYI Special Holiday Meal From Landstar and TravelCenters of America! We know that some of you will be on the road Thanksgiving and Christmas, away from family and friends. To show our appreciation for your dedication, we’ve once again teamed up with...
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    Landstar

    For those considering LEAM LEAM Owner Operator Minimum Requirements: 23 years of age Class A or B CDL with HazMat (H) or combination (X) endorsement. No more than two at-fault accidents and two motor vehicle violations within the previous 36 months, or no more than one at-fault accident and...
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    Landstar

    Hold up folks if you think somebody is going to find your loads with LEAM it isn’t going to happen. It is quite similar to running your own authority without the set up costs. Whiners and complainers don't seem to be successful with LEAM. Positive minded folks are the successful people with...
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    I'm getting seriously stoned, lately

    Cheri, Not sure what carrier you're with but Landstar has 0 deductable for stoned windshields. Drivers get a free pint of Jerry Garcia Ice Cream to handle the munchies. I was only on the road 2 days and filled a claim by notifing insurance agent then called local shop set up appointment sweet...
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    Welcome Jeff Brown from Panther!

    Welcome Jeff! I'm believe there are many questions folks will be asking. Good Luck!
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    Getting Hired on with Fleet Owner?

    Here are minium requirements for Landstar Express America: If you qualify LEAM recruiter Randy Harris 866-443-0622 will assist you in finding O/O looking for driver(s) 23 years of age Class A or B CDL with HazMat (H) or combination (X) endorsement. No more than two at-fault accidents and two...
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    Driver Contracts

    Don't remember when but there have been several posts covering contracts with many valuable suggestions over the last few years. I would recommend you check archives to locate information you're looking to obtain.
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    UPS secret

    How do you log this run?
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    Nations Express

    Could you please be more specific with information as to why one should leave them alone?
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    Driver pay

    I know of drivers drivng D units getting the following 40% split between team drivers not paying repairs, tolls or fuel 60% to 65% split between team drivers paying fuel plus 100% of Fuel surcharge not paying tolls or repairs 75% split between team drivers paying fuel with no fuel surcharge...
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    How Does It Feel to Pay Off a Truck?

    Buying used has more benefits in my business plan. I have maybe 5 to 10 years before I retire for the second and final time. Having a new truck payment for a solo o/o just doesn’t compute. With proper planning I was able to pay off my used truck within the first 6 months. Now I’m able to...
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    Mexican trucking pilot program

    FYI from OOIDA. This will be anchored until vote is taken in House and Senate. Please contact your U.S. Senators and your Congressman and ask them to support your views on the Mexican trucking pilot program. October 30, 2007 As you well know, for more than a year OOIDA has been actively...
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    Tran Stewart and Transportation Designers

    Have you tried the searching previous posts over the last few years those carriers have been mentioned. Using this method helped me narrow down my list of prospective carriers.
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    Tran Stewart and Transportation Designers

    What do your buds say about them?
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