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Alot of factors go into what is an acceptable rate. A place to start is at this link. http://ooida.com/trucking_tools/CPM/cost_per_mile.htm Davekc owner 22 years PantherII EO moderator

I think anyone can get tired after any point of driving, depending on several factors. With regards to Chetjester, he drove for us, and never had any type of log violation or safety issue. One shouldn't assume too much without the facts. Davekc owner 22 years PantherII EO moderator

Only sold one of the places in FL. Still in Flagler, three blocks south from the old place, but still on A1A. And of course, you know the places in TN. Trips down revolve around the daughters school schedule. Davekc owner 22 years PantherII EO moderator

RE: Broom made a response about what your time is Those are tough because you aren't looking into the crystal ball. Instead of a great short run. it turned into 700 dollars for two days. Not so good. Everyone has had a situation like that at some point. Same deal waiting on a great load, only...

No it is not reduced. That is already known. The recent FedEx tarriff INCREASE has been previously discussed in the open forum. ==================================================== What are you reading? Or better yet, when was the last time you looked at what these loads actually book or bid...

If we manage to make $15,000 a month for >November and December we will make $200,000 with a dry D >unit. We have an in-service rate of 86%, and I discovered >we have spent about 60 days at home this year. I haven't >counted up the days we have sat idle on the road waiting for >a load, but...

RE: Broom made a response about what your time is Paul56 wrote; Oh come on. Everyone has their share of mistakes no matter how much guidance or reading is done. =============================================== Not if you are the Ateam Davekc owner 22 years PantherII EO...

Congrats on your new position. I think you will do well as you have in the past. You and Brenda did a great job for us, but Blair is a better suited gig for you as we don't do solos. It is great to have you back expediting. As always, if you are in FL or TN, look Grace and I up, we would love to...

I can't think of someone better to give you accurate and realistic information about the industry. Davekc owner 22 years PantherII EO moderator

In general, a larger box will provide you more load opportunities. Keep in mind I know nothing about your specific truck in your post, but I would have concerns about a 4 speed tranny. If running regional it may be ok, but as a OTR truck I would be concerned about what fuel milage it gets. For...

RE: Broom made a response about what your time is Some very interesting points. I think alot of times, some posts are intentionally put out there to create controversy in order for one to draw attention to themselves. I think Gregg is right on target with regards to experience. Optimistic and...

If it is just the fuse, it is a pretty easy fix. If the valve needs replaced, I am quessing roughly $100 to R and R it. That would be your worst case scenerio. Good luck Davekc owner 22 years PantherII EO moderator

Folks should really get there own account for these services. Just looking at the loads is not the problem. Too many times in the past folks post their trucks in these sites. Since in this case you are using a carrier account, the brokers in turn call the carrier about a load. It winds up being...

The ad in question was Emailed to all fleet owners. The purpose of the ad is to help fleet owners locate drivers through Panther's recruiting dept. They are not seeking drivers to drive a company truck owned exclusively by Panther. Davekc owner 22 years PantherII EO moderator

I don't know that there is a set number. Whatever your focus, I find it easier to work with what you have and make them as profitable as you can. Once you get to a certain amount of trucks, you lose the focus on what is going on with your teams unless you bring in additional help. Being on the...

I understand your point and do feel that many overlap. But some issues I feel are driver specific. Some issues with dispatch and QC issues are really driver issues. Like everyone, I have talked to dispatch and I have worked a QC and driven in the past. That is much different than day to day. I'm...

I seen recently that another carrier was on the news discussing this issue. The company was I believe U.S. Express. It profiled a couple that was driving and taking college courses through Chattanooga. I'm not sure of the other issues that Gregg mentioned around employee/contractor status and...

I don't think there has been any discussion on a specific term or time limit. I do think it should change from time to time. This is to be for drivers only as fleet meetings for owners are seperate. To avoid what was mentioned earlier, it makes sense to have a meeting or short conference call...

The idea is to take a elected solo and team from each vehicle catagory and meet with management to address new ideas and concerns of drivers. If you go to their website, you can review the candidates that volunteered for these positions and other info. Davekc owner 22 years PantherII...