Stick with this guy's continue your videos really useful videos for people that like me that want to get into hotshotting and don't have a clue I mean talk about how you get your loads talk about everything you know even if it's redundant talk about it all I really enjoy your videos very few people are doing how to get into Hot Shots on a budget if you can focus on that you'll have a bigger following than you'll ever imagine a lot of work I know that you got a good woman put it to work for you doing videos LOL
Thanks bicycle guy! Here's what I always say to anyone looking into getting into hotshot: When Darrick got into it, he had some experience with pulling trailers while working the lawn care industry. I know if people are hiring they want SOME kind of experience. I've only heard of 1 so far providing the truck and trailer and just paying the driver a % but then again I don't really search out to see how many people do it. Just whatever you do, don't go out and buy a brand new truck and trailer before even seeing if you would like doing this. It's a huge commitment and you need to get to know the industry before jumping into it! If you are wanting to start your own authority look up "Josh D Hotshot" on UA-cam. He does a great series on steps and costs of doing it. If you are wanting to work under someone else's authority, you might want to see if you could rent a truck (enterprise from Goshen Indiana is the only place we have heard of that does it) pay the miles and they cover if it needs towed or ANY maintenance expense and rent a trailer ....that way you can dip your toes into it to see if you even like it. Hope this helps -Cinnamon
Just was introduce to this line of work my in-law. Not sure how to get started but I like the flexibility. Thinking of getting a Nissan Titan to start. But before I jump into this I want to make sure it is the right thing for me. Should I pursue a CDL? I will continue to do research and see if this is the right thing for me.. Currently, I have been working as a Software Engineer just now dealing with lay-off. don't want to go through this again without having my own business..
Damn bro, Soo happy to say I've found another great content provider, thanks and quickest sub I've ever done! God keep y'all safe, both on and off the road🙏🤘
3 years with CDLs. I am 29. Im looking at getting my hands on 3500 gmc or chevy but not limited to it. I have a only a 1500 silverado 2015 paid and a small 9ft trailer. I probably could do small jobs but I am used to 53ft trailers drove to Total Transportation. Wouldn't mind a goose neck. Anyways. Ill tread the waters with a leasing companh i suppose. But id like more info on starting my own independent company.
Please explain for a rookie. In the beginning of the video you said a non CDL can pull a load under 10,000 pounds. Is that including the trailer or is that weight only? I'm confused about the GVW rating and trailer rating, and what the maximum combined weight can be (truck+trailer+load) allowed for a non-CDL. Is there a limit on the length of the trailer for a non CDL? Planning to get a CDL license in the future, but for now wanting to do this as a supplemental income and a learning period.
Best way to get into this is hire on as a driver for an established company. Their, you will see what loads pay, fuel cost, insurance and maintenance cost. CDL loads usually pay better sometimes. This is hard work, you have to know your costs and profits. This is not for everyone. At times you maybe away from family or stuck somewhere and can’t find a load. Do a lot of research before you go out and spend all this money and come to find out this isn’t for you. Owner/operators need to have some good cushion of cash put away for truck/trailer emergencies. And only for that! Also cash for operating expenses. Fuel, food, PMs etc.
People talk about that getting on with a Hotshot company and all that I have been Googling this stuff for 2 years very difficult to find Hot Shot companies maybe somebody can put together a company list where are they located and their contact email information that would be a ton of resource information it's nearly impossible to find
My Dad and uncle own a semi trucking company and I got into Hotshot Trucking through them I started Hotshot Trucking with my 1996 Chevy Conversion van and 16 foot flat bed utility trailer i now have 2 truck's I have a 2000 30ft class c Coachman Motorhome with a 18 foot enclosed trailer I am currently getting another class c Coachman Motorhome and 18 foot enclosed trailer my oldest son is currently using my 1996 Chevy Conversion van I've looked into getting trucks just perfer using motorhomes it saves alot when it comes to Motels and eating out I buy my food and cook it another reason I got my motorhome because my wife and our youngest child travel with me when I am on the road so they have the comfort of home I would suggest everyone that's a Owner operater and plans on being on the road a lot to get a Motorhome also but everyone is different we all like different things
I am just about done with college for automotive technology. And I have been seeing videos about hotshot trucking and it makes me interested. I currently dont have that large of a vehicle I only have a 2005 Ford f150. I have only hauled for personal use quite a few times and I feel confident in my towing capabilities but I wouldn't mind some pointers on how to get started.
Hey, I am a truck driver, I haul freight for a carrier, but this didn’t really tell me how to start getting into hot shot, wanting to get a dually and trailer and do this for myself, can you let me know where to start and go from there the steps, thank you sir
A solid career for hot shotting. I would recommend Landstar. Around $400 for insurance. Around 40 cents off diesel at TA and petro. If you are gonna use a pickup I would recommend a Dodge Ram 5500 or something equivalent to it or better. Have atleast $15,000 sitting aside for break downs/down time, the more the better. 40 ft gooseneck trailer with 15k axles. If i would choose between a semi and hot shot I'd choose semi. They usually last longer, not always but usually. You will need a tanker and hazmat endorsement for landstar. Hope that helps. I friend Driving for them said to expect $2k-$4k per week gross to the truck, thats before expenses. He's getting out of his pickup back into a semi.
As long as GVWR of truck trailer and load does not exceed 26000lb you don't need a CDL but it's different I guess if you're towing for hire because then you are hauling commercial
Thanks for taking the time to explain some of this to us. What I have failed to find in these educational videos on the business is, how do you find your loads? I am looking into this or driving big trucks. I have a duramax but it’s lifted so I will be selling that and getting a dually and hopefully buying my own trailer. Is there a certain year the trucks need to be newer than? Pulling the trigger at the beginning of the year. Thanks for what you do!
Truck and Travel I’m very sorry to hear that. I had been following the guy John you shouted out since I saw your video yesterday. He’s got great info and his numbers were high, then you see others struggling. It’s so hard to pull the trigger on something like this when there is so much up and down reviews. I live in SoCal and I just can’t make it anymore with a child making 3200 a month. I’ve got a duramax that I would sell and could have a good start up amount but I am so damn confused due to all the mixed reviews. I hope it all works out for you guys. I watched all your RV videos months ago. You guys have been a huge help and thank you for taking the time to make videos
Thanks for the response. I can imagine Cali is bad but I don’t plan to haul out of Cali. I will hopefully be leaving state soon and I will haul hopefully in the Midwest like you mentioned. Over Cali and their bullshit
@@TruckandTravel idk if hotshot loads and big rig is the same but In the spot market during this time of year you need to go to the snowy areas. Since not many like to drive in the snow the prices are still pretty decent and easier to get a load
My question is how you find jobs? I’ve got everything else figured out I think. Just bought a trailer and have a ram 3500 dually already. Getting my DOT and MC numbers first thing next week.
subscribe to some load boards on the internet. They can cost a bit but some give you a free trial. One that I know of that does give you a free trial is DAT board.
Good video, thanks. How can I do local hotshot trucking, like within 300mi from my home? I'm trying to work hotshot trucking on weekends if possible, until I have more money saved up, to be able to leave my full-time job. Thanks
@@TruckandTravel i was pulled over in pecos tx with a my dually and my 30ft 3 axle gooseneck..i weighted 32,000 gross and i thought i was done i dont have a us dot or any of that..i let my cdl expire and i know 26k is the limit..i thought to my self .im f**** the trooper gave a bunch of warnings and one expired dl ticket at the end.put me out of service..but i was lucky anyways.
@@TruckandTravel how much is a decent used truck & trailer to get started? I have access to a single rear wheel f150, but is that enough pulling power for a 10k load? Thanks & be safe out there!
just getting into the trucking industry.Past My air brake test last week.moving forward with the other exams now.Not sure what i am going to do yet depends on where the money is.
Great instructional video! I just bought a 2013 Dodge RAM 1500 5.7 Hemi Single Cab 4x2. Would it be possible to break into this line of work using this truck, or should I have bought a bigger truck? I have a class B CDL, but assume that it's useless for hotshotting. Thanks in advance for your answer!
We haven't heard of a 1500 doing it yet. I don't know anything about the CDL B but I'm pretty sure that if your weight is over 26,001 you need a CDL A, There are non-CDL drivers and loads out there, (trailer and load {I've heard} has to be below 10K) but it makes it harder to find that specific of a load. I hope this helps! -Cinnamon
I got a cdl and live in ohio I'm thinking of doing hotshoting in my 04 dodge 2500 cummins I've tried looking on line but it only gives me semi truck jobs I unfortunately dont have my own trailer but my truck has a gooseneck setup in the bed any help would be appreciated
I got my Authority and have everything in place now got my drug and alcohol program set up today . My hotspot career begins in September after I get back home to South Carolina from GATS next week . Watched your channel for a good while now good luck to you on your adventure . Good channel to watch keep it up !
@@germangarciajr4249 if you from Dallas could you please tell me which company you recommend to start hotshot Driver's not requirement CDL I'm tired drive with Uber 2 years ago. I live in Dallas Texas Thanks a lot God bless
Hey Derek. I've been hotshoting for 5 months now. I'm 21 with a class A CDL and run a 40ft air ride trailer. I'd be curious to throw some ideas around with you and share some tips. Let me know if you'd like to discuss sometime
Any suggestions and/or recommendations when buy a used truck to use for this kind of business. I doubt I can get a new one financed. Or do companies hire drivers without trucks for this?
Good video and I have done a bit of research, but stuck on certain issues and concerns. Diesel or gas? I see the hot shots are about 50/50, and then automatic or manual? I’m looking at a F550 or a f750 , do you need 4x4? Looks like some companies prefer, but is it needed? Air ride on truck and trailer? I’ve looked into 2 trailers one at P.J. that is a 40 ft goose neck with wood floor and another one at ship trailers that is 53 ft with air ride . One is more for rv work and other is a hail all type Have you been close to being over loaded? Would a tag axle on a truck help? Or on trailer? I guess this is my start of questions. I do have more though. Thanks
It's a personal preference for the diesel or gas and automatic or manual. We've used our 4x4 at times. Again it's a personal preference. Air ride on trailers are required by some loads so if you got it that would open more load opportunities for you. Not a bunch of loads but some. Air ride on truck makes the ride nicer if you can afford it but again it's a personal preference. Not sure what a tag axle is sorry. We registered our plates to be at 42K I believe to make sure if we go over we are ok on the weight scales. I don't believe we've been overloaded but we know of some others who have been. -Cinnamon
Might sound crazy but I started just running loads in a half ton 16' trailer first week $1600 before fuel cost leaving tomorrow morning for New Jersey $1200 non CDL idk if I need dot#s and all that though
If you are loading anything and running anything you need to be under SOMEONE'S DOT/MC#. Whether it's having your own authority or working under someone else's authority, even if you are non-CDL you have to be compliant with log books too. If you get caught doing it without the fine is hefty and other re precautions I'm sure! Definitely check into that 😬 -Cinnamon
I also from ohio and I'm looking to get into this I'm currently driving tow truck I do have a cdl I am looking to get into this would love to run my own authority but I'm not sure
A couple yrs ago I got my own authority!!! But personal things prevented me from starting my hotshot thing!!! So I have my MC/DOT filed as inactive!! I don’t understand how I see people hotshoting NON CDL?? If you are towing more than 10k law requires CDL,, even if your under 26k , if your trailer can’t exceed 10 without requiring cdl how are these non cdl hotshot drivers getting through scales without being put out of service?? !!! Even the lighter gooseneck trailer gvrw is 14k the trailer alone would have them in violation??? Am I missing something??
Thanks!! I’ve done a lot of researching this, I did find answers to the questions I had, I’m just now seeing your reply Ivan Borlak, like my previous comment says I got my authority 2 yrs ago it’s inactive right now, but I will be up and running by the end of April, even told my supervisor at work tonight I need to burn up my personal time and I have another vacation day coming April 1st that I will be using before I put my notice in, closer to end of April,, my goal is to be on the road running before the start of May,, I don’t think it will become an issue at work, but he wasn’t happy with my news,, been there almost 7yrs,, kind of nervous about leaving job, but I know a lot more now then I did when I originally applied for authority!! And I am determined to make it work!!
Consider running under your own authority. I looked at running under someone else's authority and the difference financially was basically just carrying commercial insurance. As a new venture, my insurance cost is likely around twice what yours would be since you have experience. My hot shot company is run out of Texas and I've followed some of your previous videos. Let's stay in touch via email.
@@TruckandTravel Yes, Cinnamon, my authority has been active since May but I'm still active duty and just graduated CDL school last week. Taking exam next week.
@@TruckandTravel // CDL-A last Tuesday! I made my first haul from El Paso to San Antonio ... but it was my stuff lol. Gross combined weight of 22,000 lbs (over 10k gross on trailer axles) and I made a video ;-).
Hi Derick & Cinnamon, Thank you guys for the video. This is a good idea to share. Thank you. This is good information. I am wondering if doing the Hot Shot thing here in kalifornia. I'm thinking about starting with a 3/4 ton and a 32 foot trailer. :-)
I want to use my 84' International 9670 COE with a 40'-50' foot trailer, and use that setup for hotshot, or I guess the real term is LTL hauling, in an expeditious way. What say you?
I'll tell you that it will be different between different states and different BMVs that you take it from. The first part of getting your CDL is taking the written parts of the test on the computer which doesn't cost anything and if you fail, you can try again the next day. For the driving/pretrip test, Ours was around $53 each time we took the test. We both failed the first time but since there are 3 parts to the test, if you pass the 1st but fail the 2nd you can't do the 3rd part but when you pay to do it again you won't have to take the 1st part again or pay for it. Does that make sense? Darrick passed the pretrip the 1st time and I didn't 😬 The guy swears I didn't say stuff that I did but we won't get into that. So that was $53 each then I had to pay $53 for the next time but his was like $40 I think. Like I said every state is different. In Ohio we had to wait (I think) a week to take the driving test. When we didn't pass the first time, we had to wait a week before we could try again for the driving part. The actually licenses cost us $42.50 If you are going to do the CDL depending on what time of year and how busy it is everywhere had a month waiting just to take it but we found one that we could take it I think 2 weeks after the written. The expensive part comes with having to put apportioned plates on the truck> We had a prorated amount since it wasn't going to be a full year and also we put ours for 42K just in case a shipper over loaded us. Ours was $632.16 but then again it could be different with the state and other factors. These are the costs off the top of my head. There may be others I'm not remembering now but I Hope this helps! -Cinnamon
you can rent a truck from goshen, IN enterprise. Also can rent a trailer from Josh D on youtube. He is from TN. Might want to give Landstar a call. I feel like that would be a good one to drive for.
Hey y’all I’m wanting to try it with my own truck it’s a 97 6.5 turbo diesel 5 speed 4x4 dually setup for a gooseneck trailer I’m confident that it will get me where I want to go and back if I like it I’ll buy better or at least newer lol any advice for a old coal hauler here in ky. I’ve got class a cdl and a clean record any help would be greatly appreciated. Happy trails y’all 👍🏻
What are some hotshot companies where I could lease or finance a truck through them? I don't have a truck but I'm a driver and would love doing this. Any help would be appreciated
I have a CDL class driver's license Trying to find a company to get on with. i but I would like to be a company driver first and see how it goes I thought about the Rv transport. trying to do a lot of research don't wanna spend a lot of money intell I know that's what I want to do. Do you have any companies That you would suggest for me to Talk to I have a clean license for 14 years. Thanks for the information.
Hey David! There is way too much information for me to answer this in 1 response. There are a lot of decisions you need to make first: do you want to run under someone else's authority (DOT#s) or start your own authority, Do you want to be a CDL or non-CDL driver, etc. You also have to see if the cost of getting started is reasonable: do you have your own truck? Do you want to buy or rent your own trailers? Do you have any experience? You'll need to watch more videos and do some research on your own first to get to know more of the industry first bud! After you do and have some specific questions, ask away 😊 It's definitely not something you want to just jump into -Cinnamon
When Darrick got into it, he had some experience with pulling trailers while working the lawn care industry. I know if people are hiring they want SOME kind of experience. I've only heard of 1 so far providing the truck and trailer and just paying the driver a % but then again I don't really search out to see how many people do it. Just whatever you do, don't go out and buy a brand new truck and trailer before even seeing if you would like doing this. It's a huge commitment and you need to get to know the industry before jumping into it! If you are wanting to start your own authority look up "Josh D Hotshot" on UA-cam. He does a great series on steps and costs of doing it. If you are wanting to work under someone else's authority, you might want to see if you could rent a truck (enterprise from Goshen Indiana is the only place we have heard of that does it) pay the miles and they cover if it needs towed or ANY maintenance expense and rent a trailer ....that way you can dip your toes into it to see if you even like it. Hope this helps -Cinnamon
Ive been thinking about this for a long time. Im a cdl-a driver with 2m miles and 16 years experience in semis. What are some things you think I shoukd look into ornbe aware of in terms of hot shotting?
We've heard a lot of different things. We've talked to drivers who like it better than semi driving because of the MPG and maintenance costs BUT there are definitely things to consider. The amount of loads when comparing the 2 is WAY leaning towards a semi drivers' favor! There are far more loads out there for semi drivers and the loads that are out there for hotshots are sometimes a good rate and sometimes a bad rate because the broker will consider it a partial but on a hotshot setup it could take up the whole trailer or the whole weight limit making it a full for the hotshot. I would say the room inside the truck is smaller but it's not a problem if you are by yourself (this is where we have difficulty being a couple). So in short: hotshot is good for lower maintenance costs (like tires 😱), but less load availability. Hope that helps -Cinnamon
Do you guys have any experience with lightweight loads. Maybe it's more along the lines of a courier and what kind of rules and or requirements exist for that? Is there a need or does that sour of thing just get subbed out to courier serives or an uber driver?
We do take lighter loads as well. Those people usually use a hotshot for especially if it is longer and they need a flatbed to haul it. If the weight of your trailer and the load are under 10,000 pounds, we've been told you do not need your CDL. I think this is what you are asking. Hope that helps! -Cinnamon
I know the truck rental from enterprise in Goshen IN is $3500 down as far as we know and you pay by the mile. When Darrick had to rent his trailer from the one place he worked at, it was $150 a week. -Cinnamon
Also if you can do some research legitimately you know what I mean and find out how much and what type of truck you know it will say like a 1-ton dually 8 foot box for door do you guys have a four-wheel drive and do you recommend it so try to put some numbers together on that stuff and conservative numbers of course thank you
We did just start our own company. more news hopefully soon. Insurance premium is different for everyone. I can't remember what ours was. I wanna say under 2k to start but not sure.
Ours was around $1600 down and is $834/month for our truck and trailer. Ours is through an insurance agent who works at 3G trucking insurance but it's through Progressive -Cinnamon
@@TruckandTravel yeah a lot of factors go into the coverage. Location, radius to be working, driving record, industry experience, coverage amounts, what is being hauled etc. Is that coverage for the both of you or just one person?
There is a lot to consider. You are away from home, you have to eat fast food/truck stop food unless you get a fridge or cooler in your truck and pack, you have wear and tear on your truck etc. If you work for someone there is a possibility of making more than $2k a week but it's not guaranteed. It sounds like you have a great job right now. If there is a 401K I wouldn't switch. Like I said though it's completely up to you and everyone has a different situation. Maybe you don't mind being away from home, maybe you hate your job and you being on the road would be more fun for you. Up to you!! -Cinnamon
Would lie to do it.I had a Class A CDL,but lost my leg in the Military..I had forfeit my cdl because of BS...the questions were could I drive a manual transmission...I'm like there are automatics I know I'm a retired diesel mechanic...Love to do this..Just have to find the right connections.
Thank you so much for your service. Look up "Josh D Hotshot" on youtube. I don't know if he is hiring any hotshot drivers but that's the first one to come to mind. He is an ex military guy himself. If he is not hiring you could always check out Craigslist for local companies who are hiring. -Cinnamon and Darrick
The company we worked for I'm pretty sure was looking for local drivers. Best bet is to go on Craigslist and look up hotshot. There will be some listings on there that are looking to hire local drivers and might have a trailer for rent.
I have a lawn care business, and am also looking to get into Hotshot. I don't know who to call, or where to go. I have a half ton truck now, but would be more than happy to buy a 3/4 ton diesel truck, or bigger if needed. I really want a reason to get one! have a deep passion to drive, I really love to haul and tow things. The longer I'm in the seat, the more fun the journey is. But what do I do?! Thanks in advance! :)
Check out Craigslist for companies that hire without a CDL for starters. You have experience pulling a lawn care trailer so that helps! I would dab your feet in it before even thinking of buying a new truck for sure! -Cinnamon
@@TruckandTravel i too am interested. I live in houston texas and right now have a class b cdl and dont want to be driving school buses. Any leads you could give me? Company wise or where to start?
Awesome stuff man! Just got home just over 5k miles in 6 days!! FML.. And leaving for Texas tomorrow. Keep up the great work guys. Hopefully our routes will cross soon, lunch is on me! Lol
no you just get a 'drip-plug/drip-tap', or an in-cab filter/transparent-bell-housing. So you either just let it drip out slowly each trip, then add a pint at the end of each day, so it always stays fresh, or you keep an eye on the filter/bell-housing in your cab, and just clean it out every few days. i just made those up!
Hello! If you would like to get a feel for the costs of starting up, look up "Josh D Hotshot". He's our friend and does great informational videos that will help 😊 -Cinnamon
Okay I've been Trucking forever no accidents no issues I have no debt I have no mortgage and I'm saving my money so what I should do is look for a January or by July have enough money saved to go put money down on a good new truck 4 by 4 it sounds like Dooley or to buy for dually and a good trailer bigger the better I have my CDL my Hazmat things like that so and my tanker so the money could be there right
Truck and Travel The easiest way to assure you pass the tests the first time is purchase the tests and answers. These are sold on the internet and are separated depending on which state you live. These are almost exactly the same questions that are asked on the tests so when you see them you already know the answers. I studied for about three weeks and passed everything in one try including the tanker endorsement. I then went to a trucking school and bought ten hours. It included the truck and trailer and instructor. The main things we worked oh we’re all the different maneuvers that the state instructor was going to ask me to do. The school arranged the state guy to be there one day and I passed it easily. Once got it never let it expire. You will have to do it all again. And that will take you off the lists for brokers to hire ya.
Hi I appreciate your videos. I'm needing to make a career change at 52 years old. Curious as to start up expenses like insurance, bonding, etc. I'm in SC and know it may vary. Also who sets the price? Do you do pricing by the mile? Thanks in advance. Chance
There are a TON of expenses to start your own authority. $300 for the application, you have to get your BOC3 filed, pay for portioned plates, you have to put down a deposit on your insurance etc. Look up Josh D Hotshot. He's a buddy of ours and he goes over all the costs for the most part on starting. He does a great video :) There is money to be made but you have to make sure you know what you are getting into before you take a jump :) -Cinnamon
He are trying to get things in order to take on drivers. With us you would need your own trailer and pay for the insurance premium up front and fill out an app. Not sure when we will take on drivers.
True. BUT you can't have over 10k on the trailer axles. SOME DOT officers may interpret the 10k limit as being over EACH axle (if your trailer is rated for it), SOME include BOTH. I decided to just go to CDL school and not worry about it lol.
I really enjoy your videos and I'm looking into purchasing a dodge 3500 dually with a 40ft gooseneck trailer and would love some of your input for hot shooting in the midwest or east coast because I'm from Illinois.
If you don't have your own truck and trailer PLEASE see if you can lease a truck from Enterprise in Goshen IN, you pay mileage they pay maintenance and rent a trailer so that you can DIP your toes in it and not jump full cost in in case it doesn't work for you or you don't like it! Work under someone else first Newer authorities take a little bit to get the application through and everything plus some companies require you to be operating for a certain amount of time before working with you. Check your local Craigslist for local companies hiring hot shots. Hope that helped! -Cinnamon Show less
I’ve been thinking of starting a hotshot business for over a year now. How do you locate a hotshot company that will let you sign on to them? I live in Colorado and have talked to numerous hotshoters and none of the ones I have talked to say they are leased on with anyone. Mostly they are all hauling cars. Thanks for the videos, any info would be great!
When Darrick got into it, he had some experience with pulling trailers while working the lawn care industry. I know if people are hiring they want SOME kind of experience. I've only heard of 1 so far providing the truck and trailer and just paying the driver a % but then again I don't really search out to see how many people do it. Just whatever you do, don't go out and buy a brand new truck and trailer before even seeing if you would like doing this. It's a huge commitment and you need to get to know the industry before jumping into it! If you are wanting to start your own authority look up "Josh D Hotshot" on UA-cam. He does a great series on steps and costs of doing it. If you are wanting to work under someone else's authority, you might want to see if you could rent a truck (enterprise from Goshen Indiana is the only place we have heard of that does it) pay the miles and they cover if it needs towed or ANY maintenance expense and rent a trailer ....that way you can dip your toes into it to see if you even like it. Hope this helps -Cinnamon
I own a business now where I work from my home. Based on your past experience the companies you have worked for, is this something I could do part time such as one load a week or less. For example, ramp up taking loads during my slow times. Penny for your thoughts.
I don't know if I would recommend it with insurance costs and other maintenance and depreciation of the truck I guess it depends how much of a slow time you got. Check out our most recent video. We run down some numbers -Darrick
I own a 2008 F350 King ranch dually 6.4 Powerstroke goosneck 5th wheel 4wd I'm interested in getting into hotshot. My company name is KTH Trucking LLC star idaho. I'm 150% dot inspectors fire extinguisher in all tools ready to go. Commercial plates ready to roll
Sounds fantastic! If you are wanting to start your own authority make sure you look up "Josh D Hotshot" on UA-cam and watch his series on starting your own authority. He goes over starting costs, the steps you need to take etc! He helped us when we got started -Cinnamon
To be honest we are trying to be on social media answering things as much as possible. The easiest way is our FB business page messaging us on there but the fastest may be to catch us on our LIVES on Fridays -Cinnamon
@cordarryl camel When Darrick got into it, he had some experience with pulling trailers while working the lawn care industry. I know if people are hiring they want SOME kind of experience. I've only heard of 1 so far providing the truck and trailer and just paying the driver a % but then again I don't really search out to see how many people do it. Just whatever you do, don't go out and buy a brand new truck and trailer before even seeing if you would like doing this. It's a huge commitment and you need to get to know the industry before jumping into it! If you are wanting to start your own authority look up "Josh D Hotshot" on UA-cam. He does a great series on steps and costs of doing it. If you are wanting to work under someone else's authority, you might want to see if you could rent a truck (enterprise from Goshen Indiana is the only place we have heard of that does it) pay the miles and they cover if it needs towed or ANY maintenance expense and rent a trailer ....that way you can dip your toes into it to see if you even like it. Hope this helps -Cinnamon
Stick with this guy's continue your videos really useful videos for people that like me that want to get into hotshotting and don't have a clue I mean talk about how you get your loads talk about everything you know even if it's redundant talk about it all I really enjoy your videos very few people are doing how to get into Hot Shots on a budget if you can focus on that you'll have a bigger following than you'll ever imagine a lot of work I know that you got a good woman put it to work for you doing videos LOL
Thanks bicycle guy! Here's what I always say to anyone looking into getting into hotshot:
When Darrick got into it, he had some experience with pulling trailers while working the lawn care industry. I know if people are hiring they want SOME kind of experience. I've only heard of 1 so far providing the truck and trailer and just paying the driver a % but then again I don't really search out to see how many people do it. Just whatever you do, don't go out and buy a brand new truck and trailer before even seeing if you would like doing this. It's a huge commitment and you need to get to know the industry before jumping into it! If you are wanting to start your own authority look up "Josh D Hotshot" on UA-cam. He does a great series on steps and costs of doing it. If you are wanting to work under someone else's authority, you might want to see if you could rent a truck (enterprise from Goshen Indiana is the only place we have heard of that does it) pay the miles and they cover if it needs towed or ANY maintenance expense and rent a trailer ....that way you can dip your toes into it to see if you even like it. Hope this helps
-Cinnamon
Just was introduce to this line of work my in-law.
Not sure how to get started but I like the flexibility.
Thinking of getting a Nissan Titan to start.
But before I jump into this I want to make sure it is the right thing for me.
Should I pursue a CDL?
I will continue to do research and see if this is the right thing for me..
Currently, I have been working as a Software Engineer just now dealing with lay-off.
don't want to go through this again without having my own business..
Damn bro, Soo happy to say I've found another great content provider, thanks and quickest sub I've ever done! God keep y'all safe, both on and off the road🙏🤘
3 years with CDLs. I am 29. Im looking at getting my hands on 3500 gmc or chevy but not limited to it. I have a only a 1500 silverado 2015 paid and a small 9ft trailer. I probably could do small jobs but I am used to 53ft trailers drove to Total Transportation. Wouldn't mind a goose neck. Anyways. Ill tread the waters with a leasing companh i suppose. But id like more info on starting my own independent company.
Please explain for a rookie. In the beginning of the video you said a non CDL can pull a load under 10,000 pounds. Is that including the trailer or is that weight only? I'm confused about the GVW rating and trailer rating, and what the maximum combined weight can be (truck+trailer+load) allowed for a non-CDL. Is there a limit on the length of the trailer for a non CDL? Planning to get a CDL license in the future, but for now wanting to do this as a supplemental income and a learning period.
You add the GVW (Gross Vehicle weight) of the truck and trailer, if it's over 26,000 pounds, a CDL is required, but every state is a little different.
good stuff Manard
Best way to get into this is hire on as a driver for an established company. Their, you will see what loads pay, fuel cost, insurance and maintenance cost. CDL loads usually pay better sometimes. This is hard work, you have to know your costs and profits. This is not for everyone. At times you maybe away from family or stuck somewhere and can’t find a load. Do a lot of research before you go out and spend all this money and come to find out this isn’t for you. Owner/operators need to have some good cushion of cash put away for truck/trailer emergencies. And only for that! Also cash for operating expenses. Fuel, food, PMs etc.
Thanks for the input Geronimo Cantu! We're giving it a go!
-Cinnamon
How often do you have to pick up loads for $3k week?
Geronimo Cantu Thanks noway I'm doing this bullshit
People talk about that getting on with a Hotshot company and all that I have been Googling this stuff for 2 years very difficult to find Hot Shot companies maybe somebody can put together a company list where are they located and their contact email information that would be a ton of resource information it's nearly impossible to find
Cinnamon do you have a gas truck or a diesel truck
Great video! Thank you!
My Dad and uncle own a semi trucking company and I got into Hotshot Trucking through them I started Hotshot Trucking with my 1996 Chevy Conversion van and 16 foot flat bed utility trailer i now have 2 truck's I have a 2000 30ft class c Coachman Motorhome with a 18 foot enclosed trailer I am currently getting another class c Coachman Motorhome and 18 foot enclosed trailer my oldest son is currently using my 1996 Chevy Conversion van I've looked into getting trucks just perfer using motorhomes it saves alot when it comes to Motels and eating out I buy my food and cook it another reason I got my motorhome because my wife and our youngest child travel with me when I am on the road so they have the comfort of home I would suggest everyone that's a Owner operater and plans on being on the road a lot to get a Motorhome also but everyone is different we all like different things
I am just about done with college for automotive technology. And I have been seeing videos about hotshot trucking and it makes me interested. I currently dont have that large of a vehicle I only have a 2005 Ford f150. I have only hauled for personal use quite a few times and I feel confident in my towing capabilities but I wouldn't mind some pointers on how to get started.
Upgrade to an 2500 then go from there.
Do you need to CDL to pull let's say a 40' flatbed trailer? Is the only difference between have a CDL or Not having it is the weight of 26,000 pounds?
As long as you stay under the 26,000 pounds overall you dont need a CDL
Hey, I am a truck driver, I haul freight for a carrier, but this didn’t really tell me how to start getting into hot shot, wanting to get a dually and trailer and do this for myself, can you let me know where to start and go from there the steps, thank you sir
A solid career for hot shotting. I would recommend Landstar. Around $400 for insurance. Around 40 cents off diesel at TA and petro. If you are gonna use a pickup I would recommend a Dodge Ram 5500 or something equivalent to it or better. Have atleast $15,000 sitting aside for break downs/down time, the more the better. 40 ft gooseneck trailer with 15k axles. If i would choose between a semi and hot shot I'd choose semi. They usually last longer, not always but usually. You will need a tanker and hazmat endorsement for landstar. Hope that helps. I friend Driving for them said to expect $2k-$4k per week gross to the truck, thats before expenses. He's getting out of his pickup back into a semi.
As long as GVWR of truck trailer and load does not exceed 26000lb you don't need a CDL but it's different I guess if you're towing for hire because then you are hauling commercial
What is the exactly companies I should looking to work with as hotshoting what is the key word I have write in Google ?....trucking company or .....?
Great video keep them coming guys you guys do great videos yeah and talk about how you get your CDL and all that stuff for us newbies
We also go LIVE on Fridays for those who have questions. Hop on if you need anything
-Cinnamon
good video Derick keep them comming
Thank you!
Thank you for your UA-cam video. “ParadiseOn18Wheels” 👍
Thanks for taking the time to explain some of this to us. What I have failed to find in these educational videos on the business is, how do you find your loads? I am looking into this or driving big trucks. I have a duramax but it’s lifted so I will be selling that and getting a dually and hopefully buying my own trailer. Is there a certain year the trucks need to be newer than? Pulling the trigger at the beginning of the year.
Thanks for what you do!
Hot Shotting for us in recent months have been very bad. I dont recomend it.
Truck and Travel I’m very sorry to hear that. I had been following the guy John you shouted out since I saw your video yesterday. He’s got great info and his numbers were high, then you see others struggling. It’s so hard to pull the trigger on something like this when there is so much up and down reviews. I live in SoCal and I just can’t make it anymore with a child making 3200 a month. I’ve got a duramax that I would sell and could have a good start up amount but I am so damn confused due to all the mixed reviews. I hope it all works out for you guys. I watched all your RV videos months ago. You guys have been a huge help and thank you for taking the time to make videos
Thanks for the response. I can imagine Cali is bad but I don’t plan to haul out of Cali. I will hopefully be leaving state soon and I will haul hopefully in the Midwest like you mentioned. Over Cali and their bullshit
@@TruckandTravel idk if hotshot loads and big rig is the same but In the spot market during this time of year you need to go to the snowy areas. Since not many like to drive in the snow the prices are still pretty decent and easier to get a load
My question is how you find jobs? I’ve got everything else figured out I think. Just bought a trailer and have a ram 3500 dually already. Getting my DOT and MC numbers first thing next week.
subscribe to some load boards on the internet. They can cost a bit but some give you a free trial. One that I know of that does give you a free trial is DAT board.
Truck and Travel cool thank you
Wich app do you use for driving?
What boards are you using to get your hotshots? Thank you
DAT and Truck Stop
Good video, thanks. How can I do local hotshot trucking, like within 300mi from my home? I'm trying to work
hotshot trucking on weekends if possible, until I have more money saved up, to be able to leave my full-time job. Thanks
+bbq world don't know if that would be worth it
@@TruckandTravel thanks fir esponding..okay, I understand, thanks
Good info bro
Whats the total gross weight you can carry on hotshot trucking? Dually truck
Tandem trailer
Depends on truck and trailer. Our setup would allow 16,500 lbs of freight
@@TruckandTravel i was pulled over in pecos tx with a my dually and my 30ft 3 axle gooseneck..i weighted 32,000 gross and i thought i was done i dont have a us dot or any of that..i let my cdl expire and i know 26k is the limit..i thought to my self .im f**** the trooper gave a bunch of warnings and one expired dl ticket at the end.put me out of service..but i was lucky anyways.
I been driving semi"s going on 2 years now but im wanting to get into hotshot. I"m thinking of buying a f'450 with sleeper to get started
We would like to get out of this truck and into a semi. Easier to get loads with a semi
@@TruckandTravel how much is a decent used truck & trailer to get started? I have access to a single rear wheel f150, but is that enough pulling power for a 10k load? Thanks & be safe out there!
Good info. Thanks.
just getting into the trucking industry.Past My air brake test last week.moving forward with the other exams now.Not sure what i am going to do yet depends on where the money is.
Great instructional video! I just bought a 2013 Dodge RAM 1500 5.7 Hemi Single Cab 4x2. Would it be possible to break into this line of work using this truck, or should I have bought a bigger truck? I have a class B CDL, but assume that it's useless for hotshotting. Thanks in advance for your answer!
We haven't heard of a 1500 doing it yet. I don't know anything about the CDL B but I'm pretty sure that if your weight is over 26,001 you need a CDL A, There are non-CDL drivers and loads out there, (trailer and load {I've heard} has to be below 10K) but it makes it harder to find that specific of a load. I hope this helps!
-Cinnamon
I got a cdl and live in ohio I'm thinking of doing hotshoting in my 04 dodge 2500 cummins I've tried looking on line but it only gives me semi truck jobs I unfortunately dont have my own trailer but my truck has a gooseneck setup in the bed any help would be appreciated
I got my Authority and have everything in place now got my drug and alcohol program set up today . My hotspot career begins in September after I get back home to South Carolina from GATS next week . Watched your channel for a good while now good luck to you on your adventure . Good channel to watch keep it up !
tracy baker you mean texas??
GATS is here in Dallas next week
German Garcia Jr I live in South Carolina which is exactly what I said when I get back home to South Carolina from GATS!!!!
Ahh. Definitely makes more sense now 👌
@@germangarciajr4249 if you from Dallas could you please tell me which company you recommend to start hotshot Driver's not requirement CDL I'm tired drive with Uber 2 years ago.
I live in Dallas Texas
Thanks a lot
God bless
Hey Derek. I've been hotshoting for 5 months now. I'm 21 with a class A CDL and run a 40ft air ride trailer. I'd be curious to throw some ideas around with you and share some tips. Let me know if you'd like to discuss sometime
Austin Haynes could you get leased on with a 2001 Dually? Truck is in great shape and low miles.
@@jazztime4847 you can get leased on with any truck as long as it passes a DOT inspection
shoot me a text sometime 216-282-7513
@@TruckandTravel I got your number. You can delete the comment now
Any suggestions and/or recommendations when buy a used truck to use for this kind of business. I doubt I can get a new one financed. Or do companies hire drivers without trucks for this?
Good video and I have done a bit of research, but stuck on certain issues and concerns.
Diesel or gas? I see the hot shots are about 50/50, and then automatic or manual?
I’m looking at a F550 or a f750 , do you need 4x4? Looks like some companies prefer, but is it needed?
Air ride on truck and trailer?
I’ve looked into 2 trailers one at P.J. that is a 40 ft goose neck with wood floor and another one at ship trailers that is 53 ft with air ride . One is more for rv work and other is a hail all type
Have you been close to being over loaded?
Would a tag axle on a truck help? Or on trailer?
I guess this is my start of questions. I do have more though.
Thanks
It's a personal preference for the diesel or gas and automatic or manual. We've used our 4x4 at times. Again it's a personal preference. Air ride on trailers are required by some loads so if you got it that would open more load opportunities for you. Not a bunch of loads but some. Air ride on truck makes the ride nicer if you can afford it but again it's a personal preference. Not sure what a tag axle is sorry. We registered our plates to be at 42K I believe to make sure if we go over we are ok on the weight scales. I don't believe we've been overloaded but we know of some others who have been.
-Cinnamon
I want to become a hotshot driver but no CDL, No truck and No trailer. Hopefully you can help me?
Might sound crazy but I started just running loads in a half ton 16' trailer first week $1600 before fuel cost leaving tomorrow morning for New Jersey $1200 non CDL idk if I need dot#s and all that though
If you are loading anything and running anything you need to be under SOMEONE'S DOT/MC#. Whether it's having your own authority or working under someone else's authority, even if you are non-CDL you have to be compliant with log books too. If you get caught doing it without the fine is hefty and other re precautions I'm sure! Definitely check into that 😬
-Cinnamon
blood sweat & money where are you finding your loads at?
@@DaughertyFarms I was using uship for a couple weeks built up contacts threw them. I don't do this anymore though just around Thanksgiving of 2018
blood sweat & money thanks
I also from ohio and I'm looking to get into this I'm currently driving tow truck I do have a cdl I am looking to get into this would love to run my own authority but I'm not sure
Money in this hasnt been good for us for the past several months.
Thanks for sharing. Looking forward to new videos.
Thank you!
Very nice
Thank you!
A couple yrs ago I got my own authority!!! But personal things prevented me from starting my hotshot thing!!! So I have my MC/DOT filed as inactive!! I don’t understand how I see people hotshoting NON CDL?? If you are towing more than 10k law requires CDL,, even if your under 26k , if your trailer can’t exceed 10 without requiring cdl how are these non cdl hotshot drivers getting through scales without being put out of service?? !!! Even the lighter gooseneck trailer gvrw is 14k the trailer alone would have them in violation??? Am I missing something??
Thanks!! I’ve done a lot of researching this, I did find answers to the questions I had, I’m just now seeing your reply Ivan Borlak, like my previous comment says I got my authority 2 yrs ago it’s inactive right now, but I will be up and running by the end of April, even told my supervisor at work tonight I need to burn up my personal time and I have another vacation day coming April 1st that I will be using before I put my notice in, closer to end of April,, my goal is to be on the road running before the start of May,, I don’t think it will become an issue at work, but he wasn’t happy with my news,, been there almost 7yrs,, kind of nervous about leaving job, but I know a lot more now then I did when I originally applied for authority!! And I am determined to make it work!!
Consider running under your own authority. I looked at running under someone else's authority and the difference financially was basically just carrying commercial insurance. As a new venture, my insurance cost is likely around twice what yours would be since you have experience. My hot shot company is run out of Texas and I've followed some of your previous videos. Let's stay in touch via email.
Thanks @darkhorse2reign. I hope your insurance goes down soon!
-Cinnamon
@@TruckandTravel Yes, Cinnamon, my authority has been active since May but I'm still active duty and just graduated CDL school last week. Taking exam next week.
that's awesome! Let us know how your exam goes!!!
-Cinnamon
@@TruckandTravel // CDL-A last Tuesday! I made my first haul from El Paso to San Antonio ... but it was my stuff lol. Gross combined weight of 22,000 lbs (over 10k gross on trailer axles) and I made a video ;-).
Hi Derick & Cinnamon, Thank you guys for the video. This is a good idea to share. Thank you. This is good information. I am wondering if doing the Hot Shot thing here in kalifornia. I'm thinking about starting with a 3/4 ton and a 32 foot trailer. :-)
Thats Cool David. I have heard that it is kinda hard getting loads in The Cali area. Let me know if you get out on the road.
Will do. !!
@@DavidSmith-vo3nd did you find something
Congrats on getting the CDL's!
Thank you!
I want to use my 84' International 9670 COE with a 40'-50' foot trailer, and use that setup for hotshot, or I guess the real term is LTL hauling, in an expeditious way. What say you?
thank you. and that did help me out .
That's good to hear! Thank you for watching 🙂
-Cinnamon
This is my last year on w-2’s lol. I’ve been trucking 10yrs and hot is my next deal.
That's awesome. I hope you make good money!
How did you get your CDL, what were the costs associated with it and how long did it take?? Thanks D
I'll tell you that it will be different between different states and different BMVs that you take it from. The first part of getting your CDL is taking the written parts of the test on the computer which doesn't cost anything and if you fail, you can try again the next day. For the driving/pretrip test, Ours was around $53 each time we took the test. We both failed the first time but since there are 3 parts to the test, if you pass the 1st but fail the 2nd you can't do the 3rd part but when you pay to do it again you won't have to take the 1st part again or pay for it. Does that make sense? Darrick passed the pretrip the 1st time and I didn't 😬 The guy swears I didn't say stuff that I did but we won't get into that. So that was $53 each then I had to pay $53 for the next time but his was like $40 I think. Like I said every state is different. In Ohio we had to wait (I think) a week to take the driving test. When we didn't pass the first time, we had to wait a week before we could try again for the driving part. The actually licenses cost us $42.50 If you are going to do the CDL depending on what time of year and how busy it is everywhere had a month waiting just to take it but we found one that we could take it I think 2 weeks after the written. The expensive part comes with having to put apportioned plates on the truck> We had a prorated amount since it wasn't going to be a full year and also we put ours for 42K just in case a shipper over loaded us. Ours was $632.16 but then again it could be different with the state and other factors. These are the costs off the top of my head. There may be others I'm not remembering now but I Hope this helps!
-Cinnamon
Thanks Cinnamon, safe travels..@@TruckandTravel
Thank you!
I'm in Ohio too. I am researching hotshot trucking. I would be starting with nothing. Don't have a clue where to start. Any suggestions?
you can rent a truck from goshen, IN enterprise. Also can rent a trailer from Josh D on youtube. He is from TN. Might want to give Landstar a call. I feel like that would be a good one to drive for.
Thank you. God bless
Hey y’all I’m wanting to try it with my own truck it’s a 97 6.5 turbo diesel 5 speed 4x4 dually setup for a gooseneck trailer I’m confident that it will get me where I want to go and back if I like it I’ll buy better or at least newer lol any advice for a old coal hauler here in ky. I’ve got class a cdl and a clean record any help would be greatly appreciated. Happy trails y’all 👍🏻
What are some hotshot companies where I could lease or finance a truck through them? I don't have a truck but I'm a driver and would love doing this. Any help would be appreciated
What’s the name of the place you can rent a truck from
Thanks for sharing. I needed that info very interested in doing this kind of work
Thank you for watching Terrell!
Hi a have a question my truck is 11000 so what kind of trailer do I need to stay at 26000 thanks
Depends on the GVWR of your truck and what you are planning on hauling.
I have a CDL class driver's license Trying to find a company to get on with. i
but I would like to be a company driver first and see how it goes I thought about the Rv transport.
trying to do a lot of research don't wanna spend a lot of money intell I know that's what I want to do.
Do you have any companies That you would suggest for me to Talk to I have a clean license for 14 years. Thanks for the information.
When you work for an RV transport company, do you just deadhead back and do you run as a 1099 contractor or how does that work?
99% of the time you have to dead head back. And yes a 1099 contract
-Darrick
Don't have a cdl don't get into hotshot.
But can you get into hotshot on a cdl permit or do you have to wait to get your actual license
Do you recommend starting with a new truck or used truck ?
Good job getting your CDL how did you get it can I ask
hi I will like to get into the hot shoot business ? what should I need what kind of trailer if I should wait to get my cdl ?
Hey David! There is way too much information for me to answer this in 1 response. There are a lot of decisions you need to make first: do you want to run under someone else's authority (DOT#s) or start your own authority, Do you want to be a CDL or non-CDL driver, etc. You also have to see if the cost of getting started is reasonable: do you have your own truck? Do you want to buy or rent your own trailers? Do you have any experience? You'll need to watch more videos and do some research on your own first to get to know more of the industry first bud! After you do and have some specific questions, ask away 😊 It's definitely not something you want to just jump into
-Cinnamon
My own
When Darrick got into it, he had some experience with pulling trailers while working the lawn care industry. I know if people are hiring they want SOME kind of experience. I've only heard of 1 so far providing the truck and trailer and just paying the driver a % but then again I don't really search out to see how many people do it. Just whatever you do, don't go out and buy a brand new truck and trailer before even seeing if you would like doing this. It's a huge commitment and you need to get to know the industry before jumping into it! If you are wanting to start your own authority look up "Josh D Hotshot" on UA-cam. He does a great series on steps and costs of doing it. If you are wanting to work under someone else's authority, you might want to see if you could rent a truck (enterprise from Goshen Indiana is the only place we have heard of that does it) pay the miles and they cover if it needs towed or ANY maintenance expense and rent a trailer ....that way you can dip your toes into it to see if you even like it. Hope this helps
-Cinnamon
I own a f550 idk if it is two big for it , I do have experience pulling trailers with equipment
Do hotshotting pay under the table
No.
Is it legal to team drive
Ive been thinking about this for a long time. Im a cdl-a driver with 2m miles and 16 years experience in semis. What are some things you think I shoukd look into ornbe aware of in terms of hot shotting?
We've heard a lot of different things. We've talked to drivers who like it better than semi driving because of the MPG and maintenance costs BUT there are definitely things to consider. The amount of loads when comparing the 2 is WAY leaning towards a semi drivers' favor! There are far more loads out there for semi drivers and the loads that are out there for hotshots are sometimes a good rate and sometimes a bad rate because the broker will consider it a partial but on a hotshot setup it could take up the whole trailer or the whole weight limit making it a full for the hotshot. I would say the room inside the truck is smaller but it's not a problem if you are by yourself (this is where we have difficulty being a couple). So in short: hotshot is good for lower maintenance costs (like tires 😱), but less load availability. Hope that helps
-Cinnamon
Do you guys have any experience with lightweight loads. Maybe it's more along the lines of a courier and what kind of rules and or requirements exist for that? Is there a need or does that sour of thing just get subbed out to courier serives or an uber driver?
We do take lighter loads as well. Those people usually use a hotshot for especially if it is longer and they need a flatbed to haul it. If the weight of your trailer and the load are under 10,000 pounds, we've been told you do not need your CDL. I think this is what you are asking. Hope that helps!
-Cinnamon
looking for a hot shot company that needs drivers, carry a cdl and looking to make some money for long term.
How much are truck and trailer rentals ? I’d be curious to try it, see if it worked out for me.
I know the truck rental from enterprise in Goshen IN is $3500 down as far as we know and you pay by the mile. When Darrick had to rent his trailer from the one place he worked at, it was $150 a week.
-Cinnamon
So how much were you making us at trailer after you pay the 150 a week cinnamon
Also if you can do some research legitimately you know what I mean and find out how much and what type of truck you know it will say like a 1-ton dually 8 foot box for door do you guys have a four-wheel drive and do you recommend it so try to put some numbers together on that stuff and conservative numbers of course thank you
So does this mean you are an Owner / operator now? Can you say who you get insurance from and how much is the premium? Thanks
We did just start our own company. more news hopefully soon. Insurance premium is different for everyone. I can't remember what ours was. I wanna say under 2k to start but not sure.
@@TruckandTravel just got my insurance quote from a progressive. It was 18k per year with 20% down and $1450 per month for 2017 dodge 3500 dually.
Ours was around $1600 down and is $834/month for our truck and trailer. Ours is through an insurance agent who works at 3G trucking insurance but it's through Progressive
-Cinnamon
@@TruckandTravel yeah a lot of factors go into the coverage. Location, radius to be working, driving record, industry experience, coverage amounts, what is being hauled etc. Is that coverage for the both of you or just one person?
It is for both of us
-Cinnamon
I average 2k a week in my job .do you think Is worth for me to get into hotshot ? Is there more money I own a Cdl class a
There is a lot to consider. You are away from home, you have to eat fast food/truck stop food unless you get a fridge or cooler in your truck and pack, you have wear and tear on your truck etc. If you work for someone there is a possibility of making more than $2k a week but it's not guaranteed. It sounds like you have a great job right now. If there is a 401K I wouldn't switch. Like I said though it's completely up to you and everyone has a different situation. Maybe you don't mind being away from home, maybe you hate your job and you being on the road would be more fun for you. Up to you!!
-Cinnamon
Thanks for the videos. I'm about to break in to the trade and was curious what the minimum insurance coverage needed. Thanks
Would lie to do it.I had a Class A CDL,but lost my leg in the Military..I had forfeit my cdl because of BS...the questions were could I drive a manual transmission...I'm like there are automatics I know I'm a retired diesel mechanic...Love to do this..Just have to find the right connections.
Thank you so much for your service. Look up "Josh D Hotshot" on youtube. I don't know if he is hiring any hotshot drivers but that's the first one to come to mind. He is an ex military guy himself. If he is not hiring you could always check out Craigslist for local companies who are hiring.
-Cinnamon and Darrick
Can you tell us which company hired you using their trailers without requiring a cdl
The company we worked for I'm pretty sure was looking for local drivers. Best bet is to go on Craigslist and look up hotshot. There will be some listings on there that are looking to hire local drivers and might have a trailer for rent.
To get started, would you rent or buy?
Personally I would rent. Good way to test the waters
-Darrick
I have a lawn care business, and am also looking to get into Hotshot. I don't know who to call, or where to go. I have a half ton truck now, but would be more than happy to buy a 3/4 ton diesel truck, or bigger if needed. I really want a reason to get one! have a deep passion to drive, I really love to haul and tow things. The longer I'm in the seat, the more fun the journey is. But what do I do?! Thanks in advance! :)
Check out Craigslist for companies that hire without a CDL for starters. You have experience pulling a lawn care trailer so that helps! I would dab your feet in it before even thinking of buying a new truck for sure!
-Cinnamon
Truck and Travel Awesome, thanks for the advice! 🙏🏻 ❤️
@@TruckandTravel i too am interested. I live in houston texas and right now have a class b cdl and dont want to be driving school buses. Any leads you could give me? Company wise or where to start?
Awesome stuff man! Just got home just over 5k miles in 6 days!! FML.. And leaving for Texas tomorrow. Keep up the great work guys. Hopefully our routes will cross soon, lunch is on me! Lol
5k in 6 days! That's insane! Good job Sgt!
-Cinnamon
Isn't that illegal to cover that ground in that amount of time? Just asking.
Do you have to get an oil change after every trip? Just curious as I'm not sure what type of maintenance goes into the equipment.
no you just get a 'drip-plug/drip-tap', or an in-cab filter/transparent-bell-housing. So you either just let it drip out slowly each trip, then add a pint at the end of each day, so it always stays fresh, or you keep an eye on the filter/bell-housing in your cab, and just clean it out every few days. i just made those up!
Derick I was thinking about getting into hotshot trucking Is there a email for you I have a few questions for you
we have a facebook page you can ask. Can't promise we will have the answers you want.
Just heard of hot shoting today. How much does it cost to start up? How soon does it become profitable? Thank y'all. Love from Orlando Florida.
Hello! If you would like to get a feel for the costs of starting up, look up "Josh D Hotshot". He's our friend and does great informational videos that will help 😊
-Cinnamon
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I'm thinking about Hotshot driving. I would like to come home everyday..is this possible.
Hahahahaha
No is not. Think about driving 400 miles away from your house.. then 400 to comeback.. thats 800 miles. That right there is 2 days by the book.
@@littlehoot1234 lol
@@holguineroloco wow you must be busy! That comment was over a year ago lol
WrightKing1 nah just answering unanswered comments 😂. Did you get to start the business anyways?
Okay I've been Trucking forever no accidents no issues I have no debt I have no mortgage and I'm saving my money so what I should do is look for a January or by July have enough money saved to go put money down on a good new truck 4 by 4 it sounds like Dooley or to buy for dually and a good trailer bigger the better I have my CDL my Hazmat things like that so and my tanker so the money could be there right
Those are great endorsements to have! Check out my response on our How much moneycan I make hotshotting video before doing anything please 😊
-Cinnamon
How many miles you got on your f350? How's it doing?
a Lot more now! haha over 167.000
Truck and Travel Coolness. I’m “up to” 2300 miles now on my ‘19 6.7. Such a fun engine!
Congratulations on getting your CDL. I've been thinking about getting mine. What class did you get?
you probably know this by now haha but class A with restrictions for air brakes and stick shift
-Cinnamon😃
Truck and Travel so this test is a little easier to pass or not much difference? Thanks in advance.
Truck and Travel The easiest way to assure you pass the tests the first time is purchase the tests and answers. These are sold on the internet and are separated depending on which state you live. These are almost exactly the same questions that are asked on the tests so when you see them you already know the answers. I studied for about three weeks and passed everything in one try including the tanker endorsement. I then went to a trucking school and bought ten hours. It included the truck and trailer and instructor. The main things we worked oh we’re all the different maneuvers that the state instructor was going to ask me to do. The school arranged the state guy to be there one day and I passed it easily. Once got it never let it expire. You will have to do it all again. And that will take you off the lists for brokers to hire ya.
Hi I appreciate your videos. I'm needing to make a career change at 52 years old. Curious as to start up expenses like insurance, bonding, etc. I'm in SC and know it may vary. Also who sets the price? Do you do pricing by the mile? Thanks in advance. Chance
There are a TON of expenses to start your own authority. $300 for the application, you have to get your BOC3 filed, pay for portioned plates, you have to put down a deposit on your insurance etc. Look up Josh D Hotshot. He's a buddy of ours and he goes over all the costs for the most part on starting. He does a great video :) There is money to be made but you have to make sure you know what you are getting into before you take a jump :)
-Cinnamon
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You have enough work to field a second truck? The campers have dried up.
He are trying to get things in order to take on drivers. With us you would need your own trailer and pay for the insurance premium up front and fill out an app. Not sure when we will take on drivers.
Im game on i am cdl also
Truck and Travel so you'll provide the truck?
Non commercial standard license can drive up to 26000.
True. BUT you can't have over 10k on the trailer axles. SOME DOT officers may interpret the 10k limit as being over EACH axle (if your trailer is rated for it), SOME include BOTH. I decided to just go to CDL school and not worry about it lol.
are you going to do a video on your new trailer ?
Just seeing this! 😬 yes we did
-Cinnamon
In your opinion, is this something a 50 year old lady can do?
Are you cdl?
Class A?
hey brother, how old are you man?
I am 36
I really enjoy your videos and I'm looking into purchasing a dodge 3500 dually with a 40ft gooseneck trailer and would love some of your input for hot shooting in the midwest or east coast because I'm from Illinois.
If you don't have your own truck and trailer PLEASE see if you can lease a truck from Enterprise in Goshen IN, you pay mileage they pay maintenance and rent a trailer so that you can DIP your toes in it and not jump full cost in in case it doesn't work for you or you don't like it! Work under someone else first Newer authorities take a little bit to get the application through and everything plus some companies require you to be operating for a certain amount of time before working with you. Check your local Craigslist for local companies hiring hot shots. Hope that helped!
-Cinnamon
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I’ve been thinking of starting a hotshot business for over a year now. How do you locate a hotshot company that will let you sign on to them? I live in Colorado and have talked to numerous hotshoters and none of the ones I have talked to say they are leased on with anyone. Mostly they are all hauling cars. Thanks for the videos, any info would be great!
I think craigs list can be very helpful. We want to bring on drivers one day
How to find hotshot jobs?
Craigslist would be where I would start.
I want to get into transport. Looking to do auto transport and I just started researching hot shot transport. I want to get my own f350 dually.
When Darrick got into it, he had some experience with pulling trailers while working the lawn care industry. I know if people are hiring they want SOME kind of experience. I've only heard of 1 so far providing the truck and trailer and just paying the driver a % but then again I don't really search out to see how many people do it. Just whatever you do, don't go out and buy a brand new truck and trailer before even seeing if you would like doing this. It's a huge commitment and you need to get to know the industry before jumping into it! If you are wanting to start your own authority look up "Josh D Hotshot" on UA-cam. He does a great series on steps and costs of doing it. If you are wanting to work under someone else's authority, you might want to see if you could rent a truck (enterprise from Goshen Indiana is the only place we have heard of that does it) pay the miles and they cover if it needs towed or ANY maintenance expense and rent a trailer ....that way you can dip your toes into it to see if you even like it. Hope this helps
-Cinnamon
I own a business now where I work from my home. Based on your past experience the companies you have worked for, is this something I could do part time such as one load a week or less. For example, ramp up taking loads during my slow times. Penny for your thoughts.
I don't know if I would recommend it with insurance costs and other maintenance and depreciation of the truck I guess it depends how much of a slow time you got. Check out our most recent video. We run down some numbers
-Darrick
I own a 2008 F350 King ranch dually 6.4 Powerstroke goosneck 5th wheel 4wd I'm interested in getting into hotshot. My company name is KTH Trucking LLC star idaho. I'm 150% dot inspectors fire extinguisher in all tools ready to go. Commercial plates ready to roll
Sounds fantastic! If you are wanting to start your own authority make sure you look up "Josh D Hotshot" on UA-cam and watch his series on starting your own authority. He goes over starting costs, the steps you need to take etc! He helped us when we got started
-Cinnamon
@@TruckandTravel thank you. kylehazard1989@gmail.com can you please get in touch with me
Hi how did you get into Hotshot and what's the price for start up
To be honest we are trying to be on social media answering things as much as possible. The easiest way is our FB business page messaging us on there but the fastest may be to catch us on our LIVES on Fridays
-Cinnamon
@cordarryl camel When Darrick got into it, he had some experience with pulling trailers while working the lawn care industry. I know if people are hiring they want SOME kind of experience. I've only heard of 1 so far providing the truck and trailer and just paying the driver a % but then again I don't really search out to see how many people do it. Just whatever you do, don't go out and buy a brand new truck and trailer before even seeing if you would like doing this. It's a huge commitment and you need to get to know the industry before jumping into it! If you are wanting to start your own authority look up "Josh D Hotshot" on UA-cam. He does a great series on steps and costs of doing it. If you are wanting to work under someone else's authority, you might want to see if you could rent a truck (enterprise from Goshen Indiana is the only place we have heard of that does it) pay the miles and they cover if it needs towed or ANY maintenance expense and rent a trailer ....that way you can dip your toes into it to see if you even like it. Hope this helps
-Cinnamon
I got a hot shut trailer for sale not using it no more used it fir one year only $12,000 I payed $26,000 on it
Send me your email
Send me your contact number or email to mhndalbadri@hotmail.com
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Hot shot drivers are making more $ then I am driving a semi truck so I'm saying fuck it and quit my trucking job
Up to 26k lbs with no cdl.
Gross weight
Why is it called a hot shot?
No clue!
Rookie
Ram vs ford
I could go either way
-Darrick
Non cdl drivers should just stick to uber
😂😂
There are loads out there for non-CDL drivers. 😬
-Cinnamon