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People pay for orientation? When did that start? And $300. OMG

Should be a primer pump on side of engine. Driver side. Make sure filters are full prior to installing them.

Every company is different. . Work with what you got. Good luck on the new adventure. :)

That is true. It is imperative to know what both records indicate and what is obtainable with a google search. They ask for 10 years but cant ask for items beyond 7. That changed a couple of years ago I believe although they will not tell you that. Lack of verifiable experience will kill you at...

All good advice. I would obtain your own background information and see what it shows. Be honest with companies as they will check. But. all will have different standards that they will look at.

Looks painful. :confused2:

You will really laugh when you go back and read this a year or two from now. Kinda "cheap entertainment" :D

I would also recommend following "the crafty trucker" on facebook and on YouTube. Very up to date videos with a lot of good information. Even a good funny in there from time to time. :D

I would agree. Reputation along with current and past references. You have to do your due diligence if you are going to enter into a partnership whether expediting or any other venture. Take your time. There are some good fleet owners out there and definitely some sharks.

Haha. That was the same as me being a dishwasher in a restaurant. Made it two hours. lol:D

If a independent contractor it is basically a pass through with the carrier you are leased. Coverage and amounts will depend on carrier on their policy. If a employee, it is more driven by state law. Those requirements and the type of coverage will vary from state to state. Basically your...

My opinion as well. Forward ok. Anything in the cab facing driver, no way.

I know the truth and we are doing quite well. And no, we were not there when they started. Smdh.

Undercapitalization is one of the primary reasons people fail at any business. The odds are not in your favor based on your information. As mentioned, take your time and save your money. Even running for a fleet owner will require a reserve of money for the slow times or a bad week or two.

Very true. And then like in this case, they wonder why fleet owners won't cover the cost for them to go to orientation. Had one at one time wanted a rental car, five star hotel and $200 a day for food. Can't blame someone for trying but it was laughable. Then I laughed harder when he said he had...

Indeed you should have the contract prior to departure so everyone is on the same page. I don't complicate the simple. I don't do a sales job on someone and have no incentive to "sweeten the pot". Everyone here comes by word of mouth for the most part. In fact, my current & previous drivers talk...

I don't think they would provide a reason not to call someone. Kind of a waste of time I would think. They just wouldn't call unless they have to.

Landstar is a good outfit. But with that said, if they were a lot better, everyone would be there. Have to look at the whole picture and not just part of it.

No idea on vans, but straights go to CT pretty frequently. Many fleet owners don't cover orientation because if a prospective driver fails a drug screen or physical, they are out those costs. For me personally, I look for who has the ability to be a business partner. If they can't afford to get...

48 hours? Some are laughing. Wait until you hit a week. Do a search on beautiful Laredo and you will see some stories. Some being there several weeks with a goodwill sign in front of there truck along with a mailbox. :D