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Raceman - Next time put some turtle wax in the tank and then pour lucas all over the hood. Maybe that will work out for ya' a little better. I like your style!! - Scott

Pappy - I answered your post in the "ask the recruiter" forum. Please check out my response over there. This is not particularly a recruiting forum here so I won't "talk business". Thanks - Scott

Frenegade - LDB could not have explained it any better. Although your vehicle is a sweet ride, it's really not designed as an over the road expediter. I would recommend checking with some of your local delivery or cartage companies, they may have occasional loads that would be just what you are...

Hey Pappy, You have great timing! Express-1 has entered into some agreements with some major shippers and we are actively seeking and adding all types of vehicles to our fleet, including cargo vans. Older equipment must pass inspection, if it is a solid machine and it looks good we'll welcome...

RE: Class 'B' or a Class 'D' Truck and Solo Driver Road Rocket - Each company has a different mix of freight and will "feel" differently to single or team drivers. I recommend speaking to a handful of drivers from different companies that you see in your travels. Calling different companies is...

There is no way that I will ever claim to be an authority on taxes, but I think that this plan sounds like a requirement of your owner and not by the IRS. As far as I know the original requirements for 1099 still stand. I'd consult a tax expert if I were you - just to be sure. Best of Luck...

Fire, My advice to you is to call the different expediting companies listed on this site and talk to their respective recruiting departments. Most companies will maintain a list of drivers looking to run for owner operators, some have vans. You may wait a while before there is an opening, and...

Justdoit, Express-1 is signing on both single and team straight trucks at this time. Feel free to give me a call and we can talk about what our company has to offer and work on getting you pre-qualified. Thanks a lot - Scott "My Old Ride"...

The test told me that I was "cooler than Fonzie". Now what is that supposed to mean? ha ha

Hey Sawbones, You are correct in your assumption that teams are attractive to companies. I don't know of any recruiter that would ever walk away from a good straight truck team. But.... Some things to keep in mind when teaming: How are you going to split the income with your partner, How will...

Sawbones, Hours of service requirements apply to all commercial vehicles with a gvw exceeding 10,000 pounds. There are no special hours of service rules for expediters - the rules and regulations apply equally to all. If you understand the HOS regs you can apply them to any situation...

Welcome Leo!!! Nice to have you on the team. - Scott

For just a plain old PM I would reccommend rolling down 75 and going to the Speedco in Toledo. I always found that they do a fine job and have fair prices. You can also have your oil analyzed on the spot. When I was on the road, I was a Speedco fan. Be Safe - Scott

Hey BP!! Don't worry, that ego will heal up just fine. Thanks for sharing some really valuable information. It's great to learn from your own mistakes. Personally, I'd rather learn from somebody else's!! Be safe out there - Scott

Madcoww, The equipment that you have really doesn't fit into expediting in it's current definition. Your busy season falls directly into the busy season for expediting as well, so I don't really see where investing in other equipment would be financially rewarding to you BUT (there's always a...

I have been puzzled for years why the Argosy is not a more popular platform for a class 8 stretch. I have seen several so far, and they are incredible expediting machines. Keep us all posted on the progress of these trucks - I personally think that you are really onto something here!! - Scott

Mike - Truly an excellent post. Don't apologize for getting up on that soap box because you do a pretty darn good job up there. It sounds like you represent yourself and your company as a pro. Thanks for standing up for what is right, it's not always the easiest thing to do. I wish you the best...

Thanks for the input so far. I'll start making some calls. - Scott

Hey, EO Folks - I am looking to contact several reputable dealers that can stretch some tractors - and do a good job of it. I am often approached by individuals looking to do such a thing, and I want to be prepared to offer good options. Have you had a tractor stretched? By whom? How much did it...

I don't claim to be an expert, but this is as much as I know about the subject: Blue tooth technology will allow your phone to interface remotely with the communications systems installed onboard the newer model vehicles to enable truly "hands free" communication while operating the vehicle. I...