Q&A

Hey y'all, Recently have been reading some staff here, and came across this article about the future of autonomous trucks and I gotta say, I'm not impressed. These tech companies think they can just replace us with some fancy robots and sensors, but they don't know shit about trucking. They don't know how to handle bad weather, traffic jams, road hazards, or mechanical problems. They don't know the joy of driving a big rig across this beautiful country, or the pride of delivering goods that keep our economy running.

Sure, they claim that autonomous trucks will make the roads safer, save fuel, and increase productivity. But at what cost? What about the millions of truck drivers who will lose their jobs and livelihoods? What about the small towns and businesses that depend on truckers for their income and services?

I don't know about you, but I'm not ready to give up my steering wheel to some computer that doesn't care about me or my fellow drivers. I'm not ready to let some Silicon Valley nerds take over our industry and ruin our culture.

What do you think? Are you for or against autonomous trucks?

Came across this article that lists some of the best OTR trucking companies in the US: https://newjobs4you.com/blogs/companies/video-best-otr-trucking-companies/

I have to say, I agree with most of their choices. I’ve worked for XPO and Schneider before, and they were both great employers. They paid well, had good benefits, and respected their drivers. I especially liked the flexibility and bonuses that XPO offered. Schneider was also very reliable and supportive, and they helped me get my CDL.

I haven’t worked for Freightech or Old Dominion, but I’ve heard good things about them from other drivers. They seem to have a good reputation and a family-oriented culture. I might consider applying to them in the future if I’m looking for a change.

The only one I’m not too sure about is ABF Freight System. I’ve heard mixed reviews about them, and some of their policies seem a bit outdated. For example, they still use paper logs instead of electronic ones, which can be a hassle. They also have a lot of union issues and strikes, which can affect your pay and job security. I don’t know if they’re worth the risk.

What do you guys think? Have you worked for any of these companies? Do you have any other recommendations for OTR trucking jobs?

this article about dispatch services for truckers and I couldn’t help but laugh at how ridiculous it is. The article claims that dispatch services can help you find the best loads with the highest prices and provide 24/7 support. Sounds too good to be true, right? Well, it is.

I have tried several dispatch services in the past and they all turned out to be a waste of money and time. They either booked me cheap loads that barely covered my expenses, or they booked me loads that were too far or too heavy for my truck. They also had no clue about the routes, traffic, weather, or regulations. They would often leave me hanging on the phone or ignore my messages when I needed help or had a problem. And don’t get me started on the paperwork. They would either mess it up or forget to send it to me or the broker.

The bottom line is, dispatch services for truckers are a scam. They are not worth the hassle and the headache. You are better off finding your own loads or working with a reputable broker who has your best interest at heart.

What do you guys think? Have you ever used a dispatch service? How was your experience? Maybe I'm wrong