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In NJ there are exceptions to 3 minute idling law. <http://www.state.nj.us/dep/stopthesoot/> 1. Am I allowed to idle my diesel truck while I’m sleeping in it? Yes, idling is allowed for heating or air-conditioning a sleeper cab while the driver or another driver is sleeping or resting in...

I was talking with another driver and he mentioned there are folks running their own authority paying 90% of load to truck. Does anyone know of any outfits out there paying 90%? Thanks

The first O/O I drove for solo suggested I take a map of the US and draw circle covering areas where FedEx freight is readily available minimizing deadhead miles. Inner Circle includes east coast from Norfolk to Boston then west through southern VA, Kentucky cutting up to Evansville, Indiana...

I've only driven two Century classes during my time as an expeditor. I would appreciate input listing similarities and differences between Century or other type class 8 versus cab over. I realize one can mount a larger box with cab over. Larger box means more loads are available. Thanks

SAN ANTONIO, Texas -- The WESH 2 I-Team first exposed a little green pill as a toxic fraud that won't save you any money at the pump. Now, the pill is going on trial. A San Antonio judge is hearing evidence that could shut down the makers of the little green pill for good. The Texas attorney...

Try this link http://www.wesh.com/video/9295005/index.html

Over the weekend I finished reading, True Stories of Driver Turnover: Translating the Driver’s Perspective. Here is a review. http://www.expeditersonline.com/artman/publish/article_004244.html I highly recommend it for all drivers, O/O, employers and employees who are involved in the...

Greg, thank you for your heartfelt support for our service men and women. These kids are doing one hellova job and they do deserve to be honored every day of the year. Thank You USN 1965-1969

Quit teasing use and please post some pictures. Thanks

I also buy chicken cutlets mic them in butter andd spices add them to a bowl of rice store in Tupperware container and eat meals for the next 2-3 days.

After reading Jeff Jensen’s article this morning it got me thinking about one of my favorite topics “FOOD". When I started expediting it took about a month to learn how to not eat all my meals in restaurants or fast food places. Getting into a routine of eating more meals in the truck was a...

OOIDA offers Breakdown Coverage annual premium $207.00 for $1500.00 limit per incident. Call 1-800-715-9369 ask for Rod Goderman. Rod was very helpful with information. Hope that helps.

During MATS a representative from Georgia Freightliner said during seminar at EO site either mechanic(s) or O/O(s) had done research, as a result tire pressure only needs to be 92 lbs for expediters driving D unit(s). The reasoning was most loads are less than 5,000 lbs. The research showed...

For 6 months I made it a point to visit several truck stops numerous times in the NJ, PA and NY area asking a host of expediters all about their companies, trucks and a slew of other rookie questions. At times I felt like an expediter stalker as I waited for movement in trucks, drivers returning...

Mike, They may have been concerned you would taken all their lizards back to Norfolk...lol With military runs some bases require a higher security clearance than others.

Appreciate price and location(s) for used 22'or 24' dry box hopefully with lift gate. Also need name(s) of outfits that properly stretch. What pitfalls should I be aware of before going this route? I've read the archives and want to get updated information. Thanks

According to NJ Motor Vehicle Commission Tractor Trailer will cost you $1300-$1400 while a Straight Truck will be $400-$500. http://www.state.nj.us/mvc/bc_vehicles/bc_commercial_vehicles_irp.html

Leo, Thanks again for your input. They seem to cover all that is needed. Thanks John

I appreciate every ones input. Thanks

Which of these programs or any other for that matter, have you found to serve the bookkeeping needs for O/O with 1 truck? I'm aware of bookkeeping services that are available. http://www.pbstax.com/pbs_tb.html http://www.hammerlane.com/ootn.php http://easytruckingsoftware.com/...