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That is a good question and I wondered the same thing. I do not know exactly how that stat is computed. If anyone knows then PLEASE post it. Training accounts for 2 weeks and 3 repairs add 1 week. For simplicity sake, if we are out for a total of 4 1/2 months (approx. 18 weeks) and are out...

A normal job? Hmm, OK, lets say I was an accountant and wanted 3 weeks off. I would probably take unpaid leave for part of that time. That seems pretty easy. Now, what if my boss asked me to clear all of my belongings out of the office, take my desk 700 miles away to HQ and then fly back...

I honestly don't think it would be helpful or constructive to post the name of the fleet owner. We have been paid accurately and on-time and the truck is well maintained. This post is not meant as a slam to this particular owner. We would just like to hear what a normal acceptable home time is...

All good questions. I would drive as "solo" driver with her in the truck as passenger. I think you may have hit the underlying reason. If someone told me they had a medical problem and would be out for two weeks. I might think of what would happen if they are not able to return. The logistical...

We would be very interested to hear what type of arrangements drivers have with thier fleet owners regarding home time?? This would be important for newbies to understand before they commit to a particular owner/carrier. Our personal reason for seeking this information is below: We have...

How does that old saying go? Those that can, do. Those that can't, teach. Sometimes old sayings ring true.

Funny that you should bring up this post. My wife and I have been entertained lately by sitting up front and watching the backing rodeo. I have a theory on these backing problems. In CDL training we practiced setting up and backing in over and over. The key was proper set up. Here is my...

OK, have no idea what this post is about but I must give my opinion! Fuddruckers has a very good burger and there is usually room to park a straight truck.

Phil, I am not sure what your point is regarding the field of expedited frieght. Has your monthly revenue decreased compared to last year or the year before?? Has the volume of FECC frieght been steadily decreasing this past year?? I ask because I have heard different information regarding...

I was amazed that given the stated value of this equipment the Rocket Scientist didn't make more of an effort to learn about the proper placement before ignoring my opinion and making what seems to be a bad decision. That is why I feel the need to learn as much as I can. The equipment was...

EXPERIENCED EXPEDITERS PLEASE COMMENT! Being a Newbie and knowing nothing about the type of freight we would be hauling, I was amazed when we graduated orientation and not one word about freight placement and securement. When we were brought back for additional training to haul HVP (High...

You sound like my wife and I a few months ago. It's good to hear you say that you don't mind staying out for a while. Depending on where you live it can be a challenge and it can definetly have an effect on your income. We found a wonderful, dependable owner who we are very happy with. I...

Just a side note here. I discovered use 301 for WD-40. I got fed up with an elusive lizard that was running around our house so I purchased one of those "Have-a-Heart" glue traps. Sure enough, that little lizard was staring me in the eye the next morning. I couldn't bare the thought of...

Opps, We are planning to stop at Wildwood Sunday for our DOT inspection. Perhaps we will just wait in the truck.

What luck!!! We finally got a run going close to home. First time in three months. Delivers to Cocoa Beach tommorow am and we will deadhead home to Orlando. Think we will get a run out on Tuesday???? Who can I bribe for one of those great runs to CA? Have a safe one.

Thanks for the heads up on these dumps!! I am updating our "Next Exit Guide" so we can try to avoid them. EEWWWW! I still feel itchy thinking about Charlies.

Exactly. And that is why they get away with it. In that case I would say park there because it is free but don't patronize them. Walk to Denny's or Waffle House for breakfast or get a sub at Zero's. There are hotels across the street. I just feel that patronizing these types of places...

Okay, I haven't really been to all the truck stops on the planet but I would like to nominate this one as the nastiest: Charlies Truck Stop in Va. Beach, VA I submit this nomination based on the following: *Filthy parking lot made up of dirt, sand and potholes. Do not wash your truck...

Bad moods are not the only concern. We can all get over bad moods. We believe (right or wrong) that load acceptance is a team decision. We had 3 load opps come through one night waking us from a deep sleep. We woke up fully, evaluated the loads properly and accepted each one. We were not...

TC- Who are you asking?? If you ask random drivers outside of your circle I think you may get some different opinions. I have asked many drivers at fuels stops etc. and have gotten the opposite reaction. The new "load opportunity" system is a very impressive automated method for efficiently...