Will the company fix my truck if it breaks down?

As an owner operator and a business owner you are responsible for the repairs and maintenance of your equipment. Your truck is your work tool, keep it in good condition and plan your budget accordingly. If you don’t want to deal with breakdowns, don’t buy a truck, there are lots of good trucking companies looking…

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How much an average regional driver makes a week?

As a regional driver you will be limited to the area and more than likely you will be making less miles with a slightly higher pay per mile rate (depending on the region). On average you will be grossing $2500-$4500 and will take home $1500-$2500 weekly. 

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How much average over the road driver makes a week?

Average over the road driver should make at least $5000 gross per week. After fuel and all the deductions $2500-$3200 clean take home money. Remember this is an average driver we are talking about. When times were better and diesel was at $4 per gallon many drivers were grossing $8000-$12000 weekly. 

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Fuel surcharge?

There is no laws regarding fuel surcharge. Main reason the fuel surcharge exists is to protect the carrier in long term contracts in case the fuel prices rise significantly. Fuel surcharge for owner operators is usually paid to compensate for rising cost of fuel and mostly used by pay per mile companies. When you work…

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How much per mile owner operators make?

Pay will vary depending on many things, such as market conditions, location, cost of fuel and mostly supply and demand. Shorter runs will often pay some more per mile than long trips. But longer trips will save you a lot of time when loading and unloading. Work with your dispatch to make the most out…

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Truck Plates?

Most companies will be able to provide plates for you, but sometimes getting your own could be slightly cheaper or more expensive, and could buy you more freedom to move from one company to another if things are not working out. However we suggest to work on issues by starting dialog instead of switching companies.…

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Dedicated runs?

Most of the time dedicated lanes pay less than on demand loads, but makes work easier and pay more predictable. Let your dispatcher know if this is what you want, so they can keep an eye for one, if something that mach your needs becomes available.

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