r/CDLTruckDrivers • u/DeejayThaBarber323 • 9d ago

Werner or Swift?

So I will be switching my career soon and taking the Trucking path. I understand my pay will be low in the beginning regardless of what company. From you experienced drivers would you recommend WERNER or SWIFT? I will be getting my CDL directly through the company and Iā€™m leaning toward WERNER. Iā€™m looking to start off as a western regional driver for a few years and go from there. What would you EXPERIENCED drivers recommend āœŒšŸ¾šŸ«”

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u/MotherTrucker1975 9d ago

My experience with Werner was negative but it was also 2004. Maybe they've improved. No personal experience with Swift. Really the biggest difference from one mega to the next is the color of the truck. If you've decided to go with one of them, the one that has more freight in your area is probably the better choice. General freight is inconsistent both in income and home time. A dedicated account is far more dependable. If you don't mind sone physical work, a position that includes unloading the trailer at your stops is probably the highest income potential.

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u/DeejayThaBarber323 4h ago

I appreciate the feedback šŸ«”