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Dynamite 1; I'm sure the carrier you leased onto provided a copy of the "Green Safety Regs Handbook" (see 49CFR, Part 382). This is the material that contains the actual DOT Regulations. Along with that book, you most likely received a "Contractor or Driver" Manual from that carrier. The...

Random Testing To All; Random testing is mandated by the DOT. Carriers perform the random testing (along with the other types - reasonable suspicion, post accident, pre employment, etc...) because the carrier is ultimately responsible for the safety of the vehicle. In many years of...

RE: Would a 16ft to 20 Ft Cube van work Expediting Great points on cube vans. Keep in mind that most cube vans are 1 ton vans with a portion of the thin sheet metal "cut-away". A "box" is attached to the frame in lieu of the removed sheet metal. The box is much heavier than the metal...

Dear Fleet Owners and Drivers for Fleet Owners; Do yourselves a favor and always use a written contract that specifically details who is responsible for ALL aspects of the operation, maintenance, pay, accidents, etc of the vehicle between yourselves. Have the contract reviewed by an attorney...

Most of the Expedite companies are "Owner-operator", though many have fleet owners that seek drivers. Call each to inquire. Thanks, HotFr8Recruiter

Suds; This is a great question. It could have been posted in the "Ask the Recruiter" forum also. Reality of recruiting a driver or owner-operator: The trucking industry places an average cost of $5,500 per recruit Why so much? *Trucking company places half-page ad, one issue, in a...

This has been a very flat year for the trucking industry, especially expediting. I've noticed many posts in many of the forums, discussing the lack of freight, why companies are adding more vehicles, and the need for carriers to find more loads for trucks. Like any other industry, we are...

Terry and Rene; First, hope all is well. The saying goes, if life hands you lemons, make lemonade. When Fed-EX CC customer hands you garlic, paprika and pepper, make goulash! or better yet, Chicken Paprikas! HotFr8Recruiter - John :)

To All; The highest compliment would be to be called a "PROFESSIONAL" driver!, with the meaning that of a person who operates a truck with highest professionalism. Just my two cents. HotFr8Recruiter

Florida; I would suggest contacting Landstar to see if any of their agencies have the type of position you are seeking. I can't think of any other (Expedite) companies that would have enough Intra-Florida freight to keep you busy. Perhaps you could search for companies in "SaferSys" with the...

Monte; I would suggest seeking a used set of Dolly Legs at a truck salvage yard. E-Bay is another. Thanks, HotFr8Recruiter

DonnieKing; The only thing that is "for sure" about Expediting is the uncertainty of when your next load will be, and where it will take you! Some days you will do locals, some days medium distance and yet others - cross country. Keep in mind that no company is able to be the "perfect travel...

Hondo; Good luck with your training and your upcoming road test for your CDL. The Pre-trip inspection test is most likely the toughest section. Study it well, but do not make more of it than it is. If I could make any suggestion to you it would be to reasearch the carriers - not all will be...

RE: Best Concert you have ever been two OK top thr Jeff; You're giving you age away. Great bands, am envious of some that you saw. Hope all is well. HotFr8Recruiter John Mueller

Driverdog; First, good luck with CDL school. Working out 3 to 5 times a week should not be a problem while driving an expedite truck. Do not plan on any regimented routine or schedule for the workouts. You will most likely learn to workout with a cell phone attached to your gym shorts, and...

Fastlane_Frt; Following is contact info for Bolt Express. Ph(419)729-9383 Ph(800)545-4789 You could also email Mark Heiges at [email protected] Hope this helps. Thanks, HotFr8recruiter:)

RE: Best Concert you have ever been two OK top thr Moot; I knew, somewhere deep inside you, was lurking a Zombie Woof. I also heard that you keep a pigmy pony by your dental floss bush. Remember, I'm just the slime oozin' out of your TV set. Dinah Moe Humm was bunzupkneeling and started...

John O and Freightchaser; Deals Gap (The Dragon) and Honda Hoot are the best times you'll ever have on a bike. I missed the Hoot here in 2007, but do intend to attend the 2008 (15th) Anniversary Edition of the Hoot. All makes of bikes welcome. You'll find that the Hoot is more geared towards...

RE: Recruiters looking for drivers willing to trai Divine Hobo; I would suggest that you take the time to personnaly contact the various companies that advertise on EO. You will then get the true info regarding hiring requirements. Thanks, HotFr8Recruiter :)

To all; DRIVERS are like Christmas presents - the "wrapping" can be beautiful but you never know what you got 'till you open the package. Enough said. HotFr8Recuiter:)