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Phil was wise to re-edit that post. It was a clear exercise in foolishness. If one is going to engage in self promotion to be the only savior for a cause, then they should step up to the plate. Keep in mind that you started this thread, rather than responding to a previous post. With regards...

Maybe closer than you think. I believe in three years you will be seeing more of these. Kenworth Truck Company Production starts this year. I believe Freightliner is pursuing something similar as well.

I would do a search on them as there have been some posts from drivers over the last several months. May want to check the archives as well. Also, if your in OH, you might want to consider a stop at the expo, as you may bump into some current drivers there. Then, you can make a good assessment.

I agreed with this thought when fuel was $2.50 to 2.75 per gallon. My opinion now, has changed. Why? Because a prescribed amount of fuel is required for every pickup. With rare exception, we are usually not sitting at the shipper. If the rate doesn't climb proportionally, then that difference...

Just type the state in and you will see what loads come out of different cities. Or, type the biggest city in, and see what loads come out of that area. If for example you type a 200 mile radius around Little Rock, AR, you will find more loads from the Memphis TN area. Size that up against the...

Phil, Greg is correct in that the marine versions could be retrofitted for commercial applications. As far as the RV market, I wouldn't hold my breath on their conversions. I would be tempted to think it will follow the path of non enforced compliance with regards to weight, CDL license, length...

I would agree that the carrier needs to step up if this is a reoccurring theme from the same customer. If so, then one would think the carrier is aware of the issue but instead has a made a decision to cover the load on the back of the operator. One thing for sure if one is to continue on with...

I will agree 75 percent is a pretty huge gap. Haven't seen anything to that extreme. As far as who pays the bill, happens all the time. Most just don't see a difference because they are on a flat rate.

I think he did get rid of his trucks? But I will let him confirm. As far as liberals, we have a place in TN and see Mr. Environmental and what he has to offer. Gore is a total joke. He pimps all these changes yet still has his large house (eco friendly with his few florecent light bulbs)...

Cheri In a perfect world that would work. Many times when a load is being booked, they don't know who is paying until several hours later. See this a lot with auto and manufacturing loads. When a load comes in for example, they may not know if it is Toyota, or one of their suppliers that is...

Terry has it right. It depends on how the contract and terms are written. Panther has a "estimated" FSC that could be higher or lower depending on the customer. Sometimes it is higher, and sometimes it is lower. If someone can't adapt to that program, then they can elect to go on a flat rate...

Ummm??? Hadn't thought about that.

Talcal Some of your points have merit but with regards to Iraq, Congress had essentially the same information that he did. The didn't find WOMD, but that is of no surprise. We obviously knew they were there because he had already used them in Kuwait. They were just moved to Syria or somewhere...

Wouldn't be surprised to see it evolve into a bunch of mini Laredo border towns in the surrounding states. It will just move the pollution to the edge of the state only to be blown back in from the Santa Ana winds.

I really think the whole issue is the culture in Washington. Whether it Bush, Hillary or whomever, we would be essentially at the same place. With regards to Iraq, the dems voted for it just the same as Bush. 9/11 created the environment for everything you now see in Iraq and Afghanistan...

This legislation is likely going to go through. The governor "terminator" said there was a big push on it last week on "Meet the Press" with Brokaw. It will be good for the larger carriers including Fedex because they will control the freight in that region. Bad news is that it won't include...

They usually go for the closest truck within range. Especially on anything farther out than 100 miles. They aren't going to pay a truck farther out if one is closer that they don't. Good example in the extreme is if you are on the southern TX board and you are in Corpus at number one, they...

If I were sitting in El Paso, especially 4th of July Week, and were offered a 1000 mile trip, the question I'd be asking is not "Can I get fuel bonus money," but "What's it worth to me to get out of El Paso without having to deadhead the whole way on my own dime?" __________________ And that...

Ummm....may have to open a EO X rated photo forum? And Freightchaser.....not sure either when someone makes that decision? Maybe at the same time someone determines if they want to be gay?

Both Kerry and Clark are nothing more than public mouth pieces for the democratic party. In fact, is their any one that the public knows that was in the military and is part of the dems? I believe there is a few, but none the public generally knows.