Coded Today With Swift
Topic 4548 | Page 2
Hey...What do you mean by actually getting loads that get you driving hrs.? How much is the internet at the truckstops and can you get a hotspot so you can use the internet wherever you're at? It's good to hear that your experience is good..I'm torn between going with Swift and Knight transportation. Do you have any advise on anything with Swift since you are getting more familiar with them? Thank you for the info
Internet is difficult out west, there is no signal. Truck stops have decent wi fi but 100 dollars a year, times 3 for loves, pilot, ta. I have a new driver leader and she is awesome. I get loads back to back now. I researched lots of transporters and so far Swift has met my expectations. There are just so many things out of your control, you have to be PATIENT. What is totally under your control is that CMV. Overall my experience has been tremendous. What a truly huge and beautiful country God has given us.
CMV:
Commercial Motor Vehicle
A CMV is a vehicle that is used as part of a business, is involved in interstate commerce, and may fit any of these descriptions:
- Weighs 10,001 pounds or more
- Has a gross vehicle weight rating or gross combination weight rating of 10,001 pounds or more
- Is designed or used to transport 16 or more passengers (including the driver) not for compensation
- Is designed or used to transport 9 or more passengers (including the driver) for compensation
- Is transporting hazardous materials in a quantity requiring placards
Internet is difficult out west, there is no signal. Truck stops have decent wi fi but 100 dollars a year, times 3 for loves, pilot, ta. I have a new driver
leader and she is awesome. I get loads back to back now. I researched lots of transporters and so far Swift has met my expectations. There are just so many things out of your control, you have to be PATIENT. What is totally under your control is that CMV. Overall my experience has been tremendous. What a truly huge and beautiful country God has given us.
So you use the trucking stops internet? I've heard of the mifi.....do you any info on that? That's good that you have a new driver leader that's good and that Swift is meeting your expectations. Do you drive Dry van and where do you mostly run? I can't wait to experience this country! I do have to say that you are now making my decision hard between Swift and Knight! Thank you for sharing your experience though. What do you do for meals and entertainment since Swift doesn't allow any inverters installed to their batteries? What challenges have you faced so far? Sorry for asking a lot of questions.
CMV:
Commercial Motor Vehicle
A CMV is a vehicle that is used as part of a business, is involved in interstate commerce, and may fit any of these descriptions:
- Weighs 10,001 pounds or more
- Has a gross vehicle weight rating or gross combination weight rating of 10,001 pounds or more
- Is designed or used to transport 16 or more passengers (including the driver) not for compensation
- Is designed or used to transport 9 or more passengers (including the driver) for compensation
- Is transporting hazardous materials in a quantity requiring placards
Dry Van:
A trailer or truck that that requires no special attention, such as refrigeration, that hauls regular palletted, boxed, or floor-loaded freight. The most common type of trailer in trucking.
The truck stop internet can get slow, but mcdonalds, etc have free wifi, as do terminals. But like I said internet is tough regardless. As far as eating, I buy one meal a day. It adds up very fast, 10 to 15 dollars to eat. I am bringing a portable grill with me and a single burner butane stove. Yup cook out at rest areas. Have a decent cooler so will see how it goes. Inverters are not permitted, but I see lots of drivers with them. I have a small 400 watt that uses the cig outlets. Keeps pc and stuff charged. But as far as fridge, microwaves only owner operators. If you need one for health reasons they will install it. Starting pay at swift is now 33 to 35 cents per mile
Terminal:
A facility where trucking companies operate out of, or their "home base" if you will. A lot of major companies have multiple terminals around the country which usually consist of the main office building, a drop lot for trailers, and sometimes a repair shop and wash facilities.
Owner Operator:
An owner-operator is a driver who either owns or leases the truck they are driving. A self-employed driver.
The truck stop internet can get slow, but mcdonalds, etc have free wifi, as do terminals. But like I said internet is tough regardless. As far as eating, I buy one meal a day. It adds up very fast, 10 to 15 dollars to eat. I am bringing a portable grill with me and a single burner butane stove. Yup cook out at rest areas. Have a decent cooler so will see how it goes. Inverters are not permitted, but I see lots of drivers with them. I have a small 400 watt that uses the cig outlets. Keeps pc and stuff charged. But as far as fridge, microwaves only owner operators. If you need one for health reasons they will install it. Starting pay at swift is now 33 to 35 cents per mile
I think I will look into getting mifi so I don't have to worry about only getting it at the rest stops etc....Cookouts sounds good! better than eating out and spending all that money on unhealthy food! I will definitely invest in portable grill and some 12 volt appliances that I have been looking at..Is the 400 watt inverter the highest we can go as far as pluggin it in the cig. outlets? I am so glad that the pay has increased! Do you have any info on teams? Me and my fiance' are wanting to team drive. What kind of cooler do you have? I've been looking at the 12 volt coolers and the 12 volt fridge/freezers. Keep me updated with your journey if you don't mind. I always come back and check to see if you have written anything. Thank you
Terminal:
A facility where trucking companies operate out of, or their "home base" if you will. A lot of major companies have multiple terminals around the country which usually consist of the main office building, a drop lot for trailers, and sometimes a repair shop and wash facilities.
Owner Operator:
An owner-operator is a driver who either owns or leases the truck they are driving. A self-employed driver.
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My mentor has been great. He had to endure that screw up with me. We finally deadheaded home and went back out. I only have 40 hrs left. I am in pheonix taking backing school today, and my on the road qualcom test. Another problem is actually getting loads that get you driving hrs. Although we operate as a team now they preplan 300 mile to 670 mile loads. But so far all these issues are minor and it has been great. Ohhh internet is a huge problem so..find free wi fi or pay at truckstops. I will choose paying so I know I will always have a connection some where
Deadhead:
To drive with an empty trailer. After delivering your load you will deadhead to a shipper to pick up your next load.
OOS:
When a violation by either a driver or company is confirmed, an out-of-service order removes either the driver or the vehicle from the roadway until the violation is corrected.