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Here is something to stick in the FYI category: The factory information for the 2005 Dodge sprinter boasts an impressive 30 MPG at 55 miles per hour. That is a terrific stat, but there are not a lot of places that a sprinter has to run 55. Real world numbers from talking to drivers are more like...

Bryan, it sounds like the program that you saw is the National Logistics Management (NLM) Website running. Most of the runs from the Major automotive manufacturers in the U.S. and Canada (aside from dedicated freight) are put on that site so that carriers can bid on them. Only carriers can have...

I talked to them just a day or so ago asking some general questions. They seem like good folks - you can contact them at 1-800-597-4144 and I'm sure they would answer any questions you may have. I hope this helps you out - X

If you both have clean driving records, based on what you mentioned here you should have no problem signing on with the company of your choice. Best wishes getting back into the game.

I agree with terryandrene, patience is invaluable. But....What should you be asking? I would be asking what kind of contract you will be required to fulfill during the repayment period for them putting you through school. Many Tractor Trailer drivers refer to this period as indentured servitude...

Call Business Insurers of America at 800-254-9293. They can give you a quote, and their prices are very competitive. They are out of Utica, MI. I hope this helps - X

RE: Recruiters, why should I sign my D unit with y Redytrk - you say "D trucks carry 75% C loads." Maybe that is the case with the company you are with now, but if that happened to me I'd be looking for another company. I was an owner/operator of a D truck long before I became a recruiter. I...

People have all kinds of different opinions about Schneider - But they are a great place for newbies to get experience behind the wheel without making a huge investment out of their own pocket. Get Experience - Move on. Great opportunity for those who need it.

"Can a team with no "home" move about the country to current hot spots to avoid predictable regional,seasonal slow-downs?" As a rule, a team will do better than a single just based on the fact that they can take anything, anywhere, anytime. A lot depends on the size of your vehicle, and how...

Thanks, Teacel - I think the chat is a great idea, but I was never able to find the chat button on the site. Is it hidden somewhere? - I just clicked on the link you provided and saved it to favorites. Now I can get there, but I don't know if I would have ever found it without the help.

I'm pretty sure the $16.00 price difference is because it takes more letters to spell "freightliner" than it does to spell "dodge". Those nameplates don't come cheap, and somebody has to absorb the cost. When Ford introduces their new van it should cost even less, if the rule of letters in the...

It looks to me like the quickest route into the car hauling business is to quit checking bridge heights. You see - some good can always come out of a bad situation. You could probably line up a gig in the summer hauling hay too.... -X

Let me just say "everything looks better on paper". If you are serious about this, we can all provide you with about a hundred different variables that can flaw your plan. The one that comes to mind immediately is when one of your "RV Teams" deserts your truck in North Dakota and when you go to...

If all the trucks actually ran the speed limit in these split limit states instead of moving with the flow of traffic, Every major highway would be so jammed up that the phones in the governor's offices would ring off the wall. Four wheelers would be screaming for the state to raise speed limits...

I also would like to welcome you aboard. This site is one of the few places where expediters from almost every company pull together and act like a family. Almost everyone on this site is willing to help another driver become successful regardless of who we haul for. I have referred many...

My driving years were spent as a solo driver in a 22 foot straighter. When I got into the game everyone tried to tell me that I wouldn't make any money. I guess I proved them all wrong, and did very well on a regular basis. You just need to be an extremely smart business owner - and manage every...

It can sometimes depend on the nature of the offense - but most generally it will interfere with the Canadian process. Some companies do not require you to go into Canada, so it would be worth your while to make some phone calls and research the situation further. Best of luck - X1_SRH

RE: Converting a class 8 3 axle to a straight truc About the doors.... I have always loved roll-up doors just for the convenience factor, but they are historically prone to falling apart after a few years. Knowing what I know now, I would definitely go with barn doors and avoid future...

When talking to a company try and find out exactly what types of freight they deal with, and in what balance. If a company deals primarily in automotive freight, the automotive industry will dictate the fluctuations in the amount of available freight (and your income). A company with a mix of...

Definitely do all your homework before you put the cash down for a truck. Expediting isn't just a job, it is a lifestyle. Many including myself find it to be a rewarding experience, and a great way to make your living - but like anything else, it's not for everyone. In your research process find...