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Oh no....there is that "L" word again. Davekc owner 23 years PantherII EO moderator

I will say a couple of things that may or may not be of value. The first is Leo's post. I do agree with his observation that if information is put out there and it is of a negative nature, then at least have the facts straight. Nothing really complicated. After reading Talcal's post, I do agree...

At this point I don't see a problem because no names other than your own are mentioned. A lot of things come into play when looking at mechanical issues. Even brand new equipment doesn't necessarily translate into maintenance free. That being said, I guess it depends on whether the owner was...

Kinda the same boat. We have owned many tractors as well as straight trucks. 11 mpg would be the ceiling. 12 to 14 mpg would seem like a fantasy. Never seen one at that fuel economy unless it was going off a cliff. Davekc owner 23 years PantherII EO moderator

Grace and I really appreciate the kind comments. We have been so fortunate to find good teams. (Must be my dynamic personality):7 Seriously though, we have had some great folks working with us over the years that really make expediting a pleasure. What does make my life so much easier is...

RE: An Economic and Trucking Slowdown is Happening Broom, I think expediting will be around, but in more of a remodeled version. I think we are already seeing that. Alot of variations that were not present several years ago. As for dispatched, he said, Then to comment about usage of the mans...

Panther must have bought another carrier today if they now have 1700 trucks. That is a much higher number than yesterday. Davekc owner 23 years PantherII EO moderator

RE: An Economic and Trucking Slowdown is Happening I think things have slowed down, but it seems to be in certain areas. Inside the major frieght lanes, it is still pretty busy. Might encounter some slowing if outside of your companies operating prime operating area. Not the first or last...

RE: Looking to get back in expediting,missing the Good luck on your search. Find your girl/mate and then start looking. Davekc owner 23 years PantherII EO moderator

I have to agree with Charlotte. We do very well with them for how we operate. I like the people I deal with there, so I am going to defend those issues. Nothing complicated. Do I like every single thing? Of course not. They have their moments of aggravation like anywhere else. If that changes...

That should do it. call the DAC Consumer Department: 1-800-381-0645 (m-f 8-5 central) visit website: http://www.usis.com/commercialservices/transportation/default.htm Note: Of Course, You CANNOT get a copy online, you must call OR write them to get a copy of your DAC report...

In response to message #0 For my driving partner and I, we prefer the 40/60 split because we don't want to do any more math! ======================================= Ummm???? Paying 1200 to 1500 a month for someone to do the math for you seems alittle pricey. But, your certainly not alone...

You actually have a valid point on one issue. That is I can see you spending and stressing more with a truck that doesn't have a generator. All of our trucks have one so idling really isn't a huge issue. I think one can make money either way, it is just a matter of how much. Just hadn't seen a...

Rich is a great guy. I think he will be alright. After 4000 posts, your bound to have a few that don't please everyone. Davekc owner 23 years PantherII EO moderator

I would agree with your statemnet of the owner taking 40 percent of the FSC. That would be a deal breaker if the driver is paying for the fuel. The other items like Canada wouldn't be that big of an issue unless your going to Canada with alot of frequency. On that you are talking a difference of...

I don't think you see me defending the use of QC's whether Panther or anyone else. Read my last post. Davekc owner 23 years PantherII EO moderator

The fella wants..... Owner to cover interview costs from AZ Medical insurance and a minimum of 60K Will run for 5-8 days out (solo) Will not pay fuel or tolls ============================== Sounds like a full fledged steering wheel holder . Then again, you could charge by the mile when he wants...

I don't think there is any question that they make money from them. If it was my choice, I would go to GPS phones or a host of other inexpensive technologies. That won't happen because the profit margins to the carrier would be much less. These simple systems would eliminate any real loss due to...

Most of my drivers wind up driving over 100 miles to get home. At .45 cents per mile, you are paying fuel in some instances. That would add to the savings in my example depending on how often you go home. I think it is just a matter of convenience and what one wants to pay for it. I do agree...

I agree. I wonder also on these 40/60 splits. who pays the fuel when the driver wants to go home? What perameters does one use? If the driver wants to travel 1,000 miles home for a personal reason, who pays that? Especially using the Colonel post about someone needing to be home to race a car or...