Truck Not Used

[miketango]

What is the industry standard for a truck not used? We contracted for a load, sent a truck to pick it up, then was told the shipper gave the load to someone else.

 

[Yesteryear]

Sometimes shippers do that. They will call several carriers and book the load, then whoever gets there first gets the load. Usually carriers pay the truck a dry run when that happens. If I were you I would bill the shipper a dry run as it took your time and fuel to go pick up the load only to not get it.

 

[greg334]

It depends, what is the relationship with the shipper?

If it one of them internet loads, I would charge them more than fuel and time, maybe even the entire agreed price of the truck because they didn't communicate to you that they no longer needed the truck.

 

[wallytrucker1]

I have been paid 300.00 at leam, but I think I only recieved 62%, been awhile though.

 

[jaminjim]

I would think that would be covered in your rate confirmation that you sent to the shipper.

 

[Darmstadter]

75 bucks on automotive loads

 

[Tennesseahawk]

Usually 150.00 covers it, plus mileage.

 

[miketango]

Thanks to all for the help. We got $250 for it.