r/LTL_FREIGHT

Has anybody here heard anything about this? Just heard a rumor that t-force might have inquired Saia

I’m located in West Virginia near the Southern Ohio border, and I’m starting a 6-week CDL program next month. I’m willing to travel anywhere or relocate for the right opportunity. I’m looking to go straight to work after graduating and am open to OTR or regional work.

I’m looking for recommendations on companies that are willing to hire new CDL graduates and help them build experience. Ideally, I’d like to find a company where I can bring home around $1,000+ per week, if that’s realistic for a new driver.

I’ve been with the same employer for 8 years and have worked hard to build a stable life for my family. I haven’t had any tickets or charges since 2016 (10 years) and license were suspended until 2019. I had a DUI and misdemeanor marijuana possession. but I’ve stayed clean, focused, and working hard ever since. I know the license suspension for 3 years will disqualify me from alot of companies. Ive gone about 7 years without any infractions or issues at all. I was young and foolish and didn’t realize the issues that it would cause me down the road.

I’ll have my CDL along with Tanker, Hazmat, and Doubles/Triples endorsements.

I have a couple of kids and I’m doing this to build a better future for my family. I’m willing to sacrifice and work as hard as necessary to get the experience I need. If that means staying out on the road for a year or two, I’m willing to do it.

I’d really appreciate recommendations on CDL-friendly companies, especially those willing to take new drivers, and any advice from experienced drivers on where to start.

Thanks in advance!

edit : I’ve considered Keller Logistics (not sure if background will be an issue there.)
Boyd bro’s
Prime
Schneider .
Open to more suggestions to consider.

Hi guys, I'm working for an SMB based in Houston and I'm looking for a new LTL provider to support its business expansion as part of a project. I'm trying to decide between FedEx Freight, SAIA, Old Dominion and XPO. I looked at FedEx freight the most, so I wanted to get the forum's views on some things:

• I saw that FedEx freight has the largest network, but it ranks 7th overall according to Mastio surveys due to lacklustre service. From your experience on the ground, is their service and reliability worse than their peers?
• From a cost perspective, is paying a premium for FedEx freight really justified? Because of some aggressive discounts and promotions, it does seem like I'm paying significantly more for shipping than other providers like XPO
• I understand that its bundle packages and discounts for FedEx parcels was a major draw of FedEx freight. Now that it has been spun off, are you guys considering switching to other carriers instead as companies renegotiate contracts with FedEx.
• With the recent driver shortage and expected industry recovery, will there be wage inflation for the drivers, and if so how much of this wage inflation will trickle down to the price inflation of LTL services?

Would really appreciate any help!

Follow up from previous post, realized it may be better to get some quantitative metrics to justify to my bosses on my decision as well. Please help me to fill this up! (I realized I didn't include ABF freight here, so just click "Other" for that)

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