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My son wants to start up his own business delivering cars. Can anyone get any advice please.

May I have your thoughts on this Guys 'n Gals.
Start at the beginning. I did my daily walk round check and I signed it off as ok no issues because I didn't see any etc I then proceeded to go about my day without any problems UNTIL I get basically towards the end of my shift. I then hear a noise which I thought to myself isn't 'normal' and a slight vibration of the steering when turning in one direction. Upon all, I stopped to investigate when it was safe to do so, had a look around but couldn't see anything obviously wrong (I aint no mechanic) I proceeded back to the yard carefully knowing something isn't right and on further inspection by the works mechanic he noticed a number of wheel nuts had become loose, now I know some people may say I should have spotted this but it was pretty hard to see unless you looked real real close and basically as a non mechanic type it was easy to miss (in my opinion) just to add, there are no wheel indicators on this wheel after previously asking for...

Hello, I was wondering if there were any truck exporters/customs agents who could assist me, I'm looking to sell my UK registered Truck to my Bulgarian Company, would anyone kindly explain or aid me in this process/costs etc as its all new to me since Brexit. Thanks

Hi evening all,
XLWB
Sameday
438 miles
Pays £0.89p per mile???

Good evening all. Is now a good time do become an owner driver?

It seems some of you guys don't know that Ltd companies need their Own Olicence.

I might be missing something here. But you are able to charge an Administration fee if the payments are late. This is legally allowed for business to business transactions, as long as it is clearly written on your invoices and in your terms and conditions.
My system resends any invoices to my customers 2 days after it was due if it isn't paid, with a £25 administration charge added.
This usually kicks them up the ass to make payment. Or at the very least they call me.
Why doesn't everyone do that?
The shipper sets the terms, (which I don't agree with.) But because of that there is no excuse they could possibly have not to pay me on time. They get a reminder email 2 days before their invoice is due, and another on the day. Then 2 days after, if it's not paid, they get another amended invoice with additional charges.
Another thing to note that many shippers have no clue of which I find amazing sometimes, is the due date on the invoice is the LATEST that the funds should be in YOUR...

How much amazon pay per shift for owners operators with amazon branded trucks? Just wanted calculate all cost.
Thank you!

Not a rant more of some advice for new drivers. Know the route and make sure it works for you per hour. Been doing this job 10 years and this year I've seriously debated finishing. Even my contacts have sadly found cheaper alternatives. Been seeing jobs like 39 miles pays £14 etc posted. Too many new drivers have been sold the dream that don't know the game and are doing jobs for peanuts. I applied for a sheff to Manchester which stated 47 miles but anyone who's a long time courier knows that 47 is a nightmare it's either the long slow route or m62 route which is double the 47 miles. Put my bid in and got a call saying 'we've already had a bid of £35 can you beat that' 35!!! To Manchester?? 🤦‍♂️ someone new will have checked the mileage and thought hmm 35 is a good rate per mile... not knowing what's involved. Good luck to you but seriously if you're new and serious about this working long term please take a moment and make sure the your hourly rate is actually doable, for me its...

It was a very bad decision to subscribe to CX, in almost 6 months I have not even recovered the cost of the subscription. That thing about working so that you have to wait at least 45 or 90 days is absolutely ridiculous.

Hi all. I need some advice please as I've not had to deal with something like this before.
Just been shouted and sworn at for charging waiting time when my driver sat at Southampton port for 11 hours waiting for a container to be released and told the invoice will not be paid.
Also, this was a tramping gig we signed up for, took out extra insurance as well. Gave our truck and driver to the logistics company to tramp containers out of Southampton port. They covered nearly 2000 miles in my truck and then their rate confirmation sheet comes through a week later with rates of £1.78 and £1.34 per mile.
When I questioned this I was told that their rates are well above average for the container industry. Not naming names, but need to know if this is standard and if not, what can we do about it, if anything.
I'm waiting for the RHA legal team to call me back with advice also.

Guys,
If truck is EURO 6 - then he applies to (LEZ) - low emission zone?
He does not need to pay 300£ for entering into (LEZ) - low emission zone? 20 tons - truck.
Thanks for your involvement in advance!

Hi all, I’m a transport business based in Manchester, I have been told about CX is it worth £3.7k a year to join up?

Hi good afternoon guys, can I ask what people a paying for courier exchange please

Can we just put it out there a back load is a back load it doesn’t mean does anybody wanna work for nothing load. I’ve got a job and I wanna make as much money as possible while the Haulier gets shafted sort it out guys, all I’ve seen is back load rate this back load that Diesel still costs the same so does drivers wages wear and tear on the vehicle insurance and a GOOD service.

Hello. Anybody know what I can expect to get pay for fridge work using my truck and fridge trailer artic?
Thanks in advance

Good evening. I would like to start a trucking company in UK to work with Amazon, could anybody let me know what costs will add the authorization and the paperwork excluding the cost of the truck and trailer? Thank you.

I was under the impression that BP tales UK fuels fuel cards. Am I wrong or is it not all of them?
Quite a few (even services) told me they don't take them so it kind of puts me on edge with having to find somewhere to fill up. Just now heading down the A3, BP man said he won't take it.

Can please somebody explain to me why you accept a contract for 1500£?
If:
Rent for unit is 400-500/week
Insurance around 50-10/week
Driver is around 1000/week (a fair average)
And you still have to pay for parking, ad blue, screen wash, and few more which will go around 50-100/week minimum
You are spending around 1500-1600/week, thats minimum.
All the stress in case of a breakdown, driver sickness, be available 24h in case of something and much more.
Where is your salary??
Where is your profit??
Or people are doing this just for fun?
It’s so hard to make a simple math?
And think if the people take like that Amazon will not increase the price never.

Does anybody know some funding options for a new haulage company? Planning on getting my own lorry, but could use some financial support with that.

Hello everyone here, I'm new to this forum. I really need some help and advice here, I recently purchased a good tractor unit 6x4 Mercedes Benz Actros with the intention of being owner driver since I hold a class 1 HGV licence. Now my challenge is I can’t find a place in my Oxfordshire area to apply for O Licence, been to every corner I could think of but nothing materialized. Now I’m looking for a trustworthy person whom I can work with under their operator’s license for now if permitted or possible. I am willing to work anywhere in the county. Any help or advise will do, I really need this truck to work. Will appreciate any support, or if you know anyone who is looking for a truck to do some shunting in their yard, I’m happy to do so.
Thank you all

Afternoon all, For a Amazon UK Transport Owner fuel looks like free!!!

I’m looking to replace my 15 plate 520 Scania in the near future and have always bought 2nd hand Scania as a rule. Unfortunately the way the market is right now that might not be an option, my question is this though. I have seen 3 year old 530 DAFs with 300000 Ks on them are they decent/reliable and good mpg? There is also a offer of a warranty which looks decent but will need to see who will honour it I think (my work is general haulage so mostly motorway).

I run ten 8 wheeler tippers on quarry work mainly asphalt with the od dry load in between, I have always tried to work them day and night 7 day's a week sometimes 1 truck could have 4 different driver's over a week. Since about September work has gone quiet and it's now mainly five day's 1 truck 1 driver, having looked at the figure's closely I don't think I am much worse off if at all my cost's have fallen massively. So my question is has anybody gone from a 24/7 to a five day plod and found it better I honestly think I have wasted the last 15 year's being a busy fool putting money in Scania's pocket and making Mr Hankook and Mr Shell even more money apologies for long post.

Hello, What's it like driving for amazon relay? I start Friday out of Coventry.

Hi folks, Do we all realize we could shut these big Haulage companies down by tomorrow. Then the little guys can come up and set the rates and not under cut everyone and drive down drivers wages.

I think I know the answer but.
If I was to use an 18t vehicle to move house for a mate do I need O licence and have to use a tacho in an in calibration date tacho unit?

Hello folks, Anyone fuel card given them higher than 120 per litre for this week?

Hi everyone I need some help here. I have a friend who bought an 18 tonne truck. He needs me to drive it to the Port because he is exporting it out of the country. So my question is do I have to put in my tacho card when driving it to the port or I can drive without the tacho because it's a private trucking going out of the country. Thank you everyone. All your help is appreciated.

Hi everyone, question is it worth it becoming an owner driver, thinking about doing it but unsure.

What’s going on with Abby logistics Ltd? Over Due invoice 14th seem to be getting the run round changing it. Anyone else having problem?

Amazon partners, what’s your thoughts on Amazon’s intent on changing your contract with them which effectively will put your drivers on a zero hours contracts.

With fuel prices rising, what price per mile and fuel % are you getting on containers as an owner driver?

Hello, for Lwb drivers do you think a £10 add on for an hour waiting on site for a minimum priced job is a fair amount?

We are currently running a FMX hook loader pulling a 3 axle drag. Think it is only the 410hp engine so the truck is constantly underpowered and burns through the fuel.
Would it be possible or such a thing to pull the trailer behind an 8 wheeler tipper with multiple drop sides and barn doors. Overall length be too long? Need something with more power and better fuel economy. An artic is not suitable for some of our work and locations.

I see lots of job posts on here. Some people have small businesses and own a couple of trucks. My question
Is it the drivers responsibility to check the truck is insured and fit to be on the road before getting behind the wheel? 🤔

Hi, I am a sole trader working in several different industries.
My main work is in construction with my own work and as a sub contractor.
I plan on using my HGV licence over the winter doing odd days for various companies directly and not through an agency.
Am I likely to be caught up with IR35? Even though I am genuinely self employed with my other work.
Thanks

Evening all, How easy is it to run your own truck. What kind of profit/overheads can you expect.

Hi everyone, Another one goes pop. The UK Haulage industry is in a sorry state?

Hello Everyone. Advice needed and a few pointers. I am a one truck & trailer operator and have been a subbie for the past 12 months for Maritime. I am wanting advice to see if it’s worth going on my own and sourcing own work? Also do you go direct to the big shipping lines for the work i.e MSC, Maersk, Evergreen etc. Comments or private messages would be appreciated. TIA Maanxitr

Hello, I'am looking for a solution I have a huge problem with one haulier. He took the load from Ireland to Poland from me two army containers that he was suppose to load onto two truck's (he loaded onto one) but it's not the most important thing. We've agreed standard payment as stated on my transport order, if he said he want's a quick payment before there wouldn't be a problem but I can't just pay over 8000€ out of the hat, he blackmailled me that he will stop the truck and put it in a warehouse, which he did I do not know the exact location. My question is what can I do to get the truck going to the unloading place? Unloading was suppose to be on Friday until now the truck is not unloaded. What is the best solution to sort this out?

This guy subcontracted it to somebody else.

Hello evening, What’s the current mileage rate on containers please as owner driver?

Ok, following on from a reply to another post! Here is one! How many of you, have changed a wheel yourself following a puncture. So here we need your age, how long ago, where, are you Owner Driver, why you did it, did u get any help? I‘ll start, yes, many times, I’m 69 and it would have been 70s/80s on the continent not OD, did it cos that was the norm, and help? 100% every Brit driver would stop and help even if just to make the tea. No one went past a fellow Brit broken down in the old days. 👏👏

Hi, what's required to be a owner driver? pros and cons is it worth it? do you guys make a decent living?

Good afternoon all, Looking to find out what everyone is paying on their fuel cards this week?

Hello there,
I will be looking to purchase one or two truck unit euro 6 2015-2017.
To do trumping work and two skelly trailers I would appreciate if you could share with me your experience on the following trucks.
Scania
Daf
Renault
Volvo
Mercedes
Man
What do you think would be the best truck to start with as new operator.
Will buying from auction good idea?
Skeleton trailers.
Whats good between
Disk brake / drum brake
Bpw/ror/ saf
Trailer would be any thing between 2005-2010

Hi just out of curiosity, I'm working for an Amazon sub contractor as an employee and I get 144£ fixed per shift. So even if I work 15 hours the money stays the same? Is anybody here on a similar rate?

I have a question on load security and need clarification.
Trailer in question is a XL rated curtainsider with internal curtains that stretch the length of the trailer.
My question is if the load no longer becomes a positive fit the goods will still need some form of securing device to go over the pallets to hold them down, am I right?

Don't push your luck fellas the higher the wages go the more chance of there being less companies about to employ them, just saying from a former driver and Owner Driver.