Which companies are a better fit for solo straight truck driver?

[bigdumbdog]

I have another thread on this forum where I asked this question but it's kind of buried in the other question I was asking, so I thought I would give it it's own thread.

I'm looking for advice on which companies are a better fir for a solo newbie expeditor straight truck fleet driver (I know teams make more money but still looking to go solo). CDL-B years of experience doing local Chicago driving, clean record, have passport, Hazmat eligible (Had it in past, just decided not to renew it this year when it came up for renewal), no home time issue. Thanks guys.

 

[Dynamite 1]

Sent you a mssg. Check your inbox !!

 

[JohnMueller]

I also sent a message to you. Thanks!

 

[Tobster317]

I work for the above company and they keep me busy. Just a few problems when you get out of the frieght lanes. I don't say no to any frieght so I wind up in some out of the way places sometimes.

 

[Videodrome]

I have the same question. I have OTR T/T experience and previously did expediting in a Cargo Van for Tri-State. I still have a Class A, but I'm just sick of driving large combination vehicles and the shortage of parking. Also, most of my experience is from Automatic Trucks, even in semis.

Most people here say there are to many Vans/Sprinters or not enough van sized freight so maybe I should research this more before getting back in expediting. I don't have the money to own a truck, so I'd also be looking to run under a fleet owner.

 

[Tobster317]

You mite have to team. A lot of fleet owners want teams. ES has solo drivers with PTL and they have another company that I think has solo drivers also.

 

[Stxredneck]

I'm in the same situation
I have my class A but want to run a straight truck. I don't have anyone to team with and all the owners I talk to tell me if they find someone in my area they will let me know.
I have 4 years local TT experience just wanting to drive a ST.

 

[Tobster317]

You will make more money solo in a semi then a str8.

 

[RoadTime]

ES has solo drivers with PTL and they have another company that I think has solo drivers also.

I thought ES only did teams?

 

[Tobster317]

They run trucks for PTL and I think Road Runner. They are solo drivers. Fed ex and Panther are teams if I remember right

 

[ntimevan]

No more ES solo str-8s .... RRE only wants teams now

 

[smokeybandit23]

Heard good things about R+L Carriers. I can think of a few more. Shoot me a PM if you want more ideas, links, etc.

 

[Moot]

R+L Carriers R N LTL carrier.

 

[Johnniejay]

I would like to know the answer to this as well.