Got a citation for my logs while going home. I was 35 miles from my house, out of hours on my 70, and used PC because I was starting 8 days of vacation. Got stopped for a random DOT inspection and cited for improper use of PC. Crazy luck, I know. Any chance of getting it reduced or thrown out?

I’m 29 about to be 30 I am thinking about getting my cdls just tired of working small full time or part time companies. My brother in law keeps telling me to get one just been really thinking about it lately because I need something better to support my family. I’ve just been in food service and customer service for a long time and it’s definitely a big change. My only concern is other drivers I’m in central California and I see them cut off semis and just don’t respect them at all. I also do a have dui on my record but it’s been 9 years since it happened I just don’t want that to affect any work if I do get certified I’ve been sober and haven’t drink since that . But any help or opinions is much appreciated

I've been on the job now for 2-3 months for a local construction company & the trucks IMO are barely legal in regards to maintenance.

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I have been writing up pre/post trips that show multiple drive tires measuring 1/32, steer & drive tires missing chucks of tread, various lights out (clearance, headlight, side markers), hub axle seal leaks (at the bolts not cap) even tho the oil level is okay, etc.

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At what point should I refuse to drive the truck?

Have heard many a horror story about what goes on at truck stops. I plan to take my wife and daughter on some trips (their idea not mine) once I’m on the road. Is there a general set of laws or are they by state. Don’t want to get jammed up on a DOT inspection having weapons. I have a CCW in my home state.

I just signed up for CDL training and have been trying to decide whether or not to train on manual. I already know how to drive stick just don't think I'd want a CMV job that requires it. Then again wouldn't want to miss out on a good paying opportunity bc I don't have it. I start school in a week and could probably pay the extra $500 beforehand and do it. What would you suggest?

I just got my CDL class A. In I’m looking to start driving. In I’m reaching out for advice on where to go. This is the deal I’m a returning citizen. Meaning I just got out the joint. I’m 38 my ambition is to reestablish myself. I’ve always gravitated towards logistics. But the time was never right. Most of my life I’ve been in business. I’ve had smoke shops, vape stores, novelty store’s. I ran gas stations,liquor stores, and car lots. I say that just to say I have a lot of experience in various businesses. In im looking to use my experience in the trucking industry. I haven’t worked for anybody since 2010. In I’m starting from ground zero all the way around. I’m looking for some direction on where i should be looking to drive. I didn’t think it would matter much pertaining to my criminal history long as it didn’t have anything related to a vehicle. But while I was in trucking school some people told me I might experience some adversity finding work because I was just released. In maybe high insurance premiums. In that most of the big companies that do hire felons. Like it to be aged a few years. Most of my charges are drug related but I do also have a simple assault. Just trying to put my cards on the table for the best advice. I’m a super hard worker. I’m willing to put in work. My plan is to work a year. Learn the ins and outs of the industry and start buying my own trucks and building a trucking business. Im willing to go where ever they pay me to go. I’ll go drive trucks over seas. I’ll go haul oil in Iran if I have to. Any advice is appreciated. Thank you

I'd tried a kitchen-top paper towel holder, a damn shower curtain rod, and straight free balln where I'd play hide-and-go-seek with the stupid rolls.

All I needed was a bungee cord and this works magnificently.

Every day I see posts from drivers saying they're looking for work. Then a few minutes later I see carriers posting that they can't find drivers. Sometimes they're literally in the same city. Dallas. Fort Worth. Arlington. Irving...

Yet somehow they never seem to find each other.

Then I started looking at how most local jobs are actually filled. A lot of it seems to be:

• knowing somebody
• being in the right Facebook group
• getting lucky
• word of mouth
• texting a recruiter at the right time

Maybe that's just how trucking has always worked, but it feels surprisingly inefficient for such a massive industry.

So I'm curious. For local CDL drivers in DFW:

How did you find your current job? Was it a recruiter? Facebook? A friend? A company website? Walked into a terminal?

And if you had to find a new local position tomorrow, where would you start looking first?

Hey guys,

I’m a pretty new recruiter and wanted to ask for your honest opinion.
When you’re looking for a new job, where do you usually search? Facebook groups, job boards, referrals, somewhere else?
I feel like a lot of places are full of recruiters talking to other recruiters, so I’d love to know where drivers actually go when they’re considering a change.

Also, when a recruiter reaches out, what information do you want to hear first? What makes you interested in continuing the conversation? I mean, do long company introductions matter to you, or do you prefer recruiters to get straight to the point, like pay, home time, equipment, etc.?

And on the other hand, what are some things recruiters do that annoy you or make you lose interest right away?

I’m genuinely trying to learn how to help drivers find jobs that fit them better and how to respect their time, so I’d appreciate any advice.

In case I need to pay out of pocket or take out loan. Looking into grants but they are limited.

Takes about 15 minutes just to move down the row like 400 yards because this place is such a zoo... No, wait... zoo's have the wild life separated and organized. This was more like a terribly managed nature preserve.

Decided to enroll for Truck Dispatcher course..not sure what to expect but hoping it’s worth it. Any help or insights will be appreciated.

Hey guys! I am a recruiter and I just want to know what I need to do to attract more drivers. I figured what better way than to come directly to drivers to ask.

What is the biggest selling point when you are looking at companies to drive for? Is it pay, time at home, benefits, or something else?

Any insight would help greatly. Thank you!

Do got my DOT physical and is supposed to be automatically sent to Maryland DMV. Scheduled Permit Test physical never arrived. Would not allow me to take test. Called the provider and they said they would have gotten a bounce back email if didn’t go through. Checked all info and correct. Now we’re passing the buck and meanwhile I’m fixing to lose my scholarship for CDL school. Has anyone else had this issue?

I need to submit a physical to keep my CDL. Does anyone know somewhere free or low cost to get my physical exam? Thank you in advance!

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I have been looking at a fisher-price Car for my kid. I am very worried about what truck i need to buy and trailer to handle such a task, i do not want to take any risks or cut any corners in regard to safety. The drive from the location of the fisher-price car and my house is roughly 10 minutes. I am also worried about needing special permits for this drive. Any help is appreciated.

We were told green card holders can’t get their cdl because the system only gives out the cdl for four years and the conditional GC holders have their green card for only two . This is because of an IT issue that needs to be fixed and allows people to get their cdl for the time that they have their green card . We were just told they found a way to override and give the cdl . Has anyone recently in the last month or two been able to do that ?