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Brain picking time. We run all Mercs, 18 to 44 tonners. Since we started buying Euro 6 engines we seem to suffer an endless stream of emissions defects. Nox sensors, metering units, diffusers, averaging around a grand a time it's driving me mental.

What do people reckon the worst and most reliable euro 6 engines are?

Hi quick question, Does anyone know how to go about getting subby work for Morrisons and Tesco or Lidl ?? Tia

Do any of you think that running a transport company in the EU would be more lucrative then here in UK at the moment?

Hello everyone. How much an Artic Owner Driver can earn Weekly?

Good evening guys. Thinking of becoming an Owner Driver is it a good idea at this time?

What a complete disaster the new Finance manager on CX is compared to the old one. You must wonder what complete id**t thought this new format was a good idea.

Just amazes at the moment how many are still setting up, Rates are at an all time low, due to cabotage, diesel is at an all time high.
I setup in 2019 before C19 and BX but with 20yrs of driving the world behind me and working in management in different industries. I had business plan, money and work after doing all the research. I’m finding many don’t have at least one of these elements.
I never used FB for setting up yes it’s handy for helping with certain questions when setting up but some of questions raised been raised recently are extremely basic, and extremely worrying running a business even a small business can be extremely stressful, it makes me wonder whether these new current operators have the metal to meet the demands of the current transport situation.
In the early days it’s not all sweetness and roses, it tough very tough and I’m sure there are many on here that would agree with me anyway that’s enough of me imparting some wisdom (or not, probably get slated for this...

Evening everyone, Don’t give cheap quotes we are killing Tarde Xlwb min 1.40 Thanks

Hello, heads up. Mbm couriers ltd. He is buying jobs off cx and selling them again with slightly different post codes. Most jobs are posted by speedy freight and prof. Response and he is based in Barnsley.

Evening all,
I’ve recently started the ball rolling towards becoming an Owner Driver in the Bristol area.
Finances for everything, including the insurance and the Operators Licence are in place, and I am already talking to companies about some work, but the one thing I am lacking in is the inside knowledge, those little (legal) shortcuts.
Besides “don’t do it”, and “good luck, you’ll need it”, What’s the best advice you’ve got? Who are the best companies to get in with in my area?

Anyone using AnyVan app? Any experience? Specially with cars transporters? Thanks in advance.

Hello good evening, Anyone know how much CX is these days? it’s been a while.

Guys stop working for free...
CX is not a volunteer platform...
Open your eyes look at the price of diesel...
Start counting your expenses...

Hello evening, What is happening with the CX??? less jobs everyday...

Evening all. How difficult is it being an owner driver on general haulage? I want to get my own truck.

Hi afternoon, stupid question maybe but, what is a lwb vw transporter classed as in courier terms?

With so many third party companies not paying, is it time to ask for full payment upfront? If they are a genuine company why not?

Evening, looking to set up as an owner/op early next year. I've a few contacts potentially lined up, I'll basically be in a position where I could take 12months plus off and not work so I'm not worried about a slow start, but I've been looking at a euro 5 r520 and euro 6 r450 both low cabs (style I prefer) I'm aware of ulez zones and some expanding......does the repair cost of a euro 5 to a euro 6 justify paying potential emission charges on a euro 5 or better off going euro 6 and hope the unit stays somewhat reliable. (Again I know it'll depend on what work I'd be doing) thanks.

Heads up for anyone owed money from Cargo Express based in Bradford. Directors name Igors Gailiss.
They have reopened as a new company, registered in his wife name. Also operating back on CX, number 242452 company name Logistiq Group Ltd. Be aware.

Hi guys just a quick one
Due to too many late paying customers I'm introducing late payment charges
Do I need to give customers prior notice of this or can I just introduce a written statement on future invoices
Also what do you charge as a percentage for late payment
I'm thinking 10% of invoice amount my invoices generally range from £90-£350
Thanks

Hello afternoon everyone, Just a heads up. Tara Logistics. Not pay invoices. £1200. Stay away. Scams scams.

Hi! I’ve got 4 years like a cx member and I had only one issue with Double M last year when I didn’t get my money because I didn’t use delivery note from collection point because they didn’t provide it and I forgot to call DOUBLE M to tell them: No paper work provided at collection point! Even was a private address and I’ve got full name, signature and photo with goods in front door they refuse to pay my invoice! I open a dispute on CX and unfortunately CX said is my fault!!! My advice is for all driver to read carefully what is in the booking to avoid any surprise!!! Second is better to avoid all the companies with payment date 60 days!!! Good luck!

I still can’t believe Luton jobs are still having £1 a mile bids can any of you please tell me where you get your diesel from??
You can’t be paying as much as the rest of us are??

I'm looking at going out on my own as an owner driver, Any advice welcome, financing and pitfalls etc, cheers!

Hi! Anyone knows about Cargo Express Delivery can’t find them on cx and no answer to phone calls I have an overdue invoice of £312!

Hello all!
I’m looking to become an owner operator..
What’s needed to start??
Thanks!!
I read the guidance from government but I thought it’s better to see some opinions from actual operators..

Hi all so really just wondering where the good money is now a days in Haulage, as I'm thinking about changing jobs. I hear doing supermarket work is good money but then I've also heard container work is good to. I thought I would ask you guys that do the job your options? Many thanks

Hi guys
Just picked up my new to me 23 plate 317 sprinter
A bit about me
I got my redundancy did a little research how much money you guys make and decided to buy a van & sat nav
Just paid 49k plus vat for my van
Business insurance for £750 for the year
Git I read not legal requirement so as I’m a careful driver not bothered with that
I’m
Based in the midlands and after contacts now to get working
I’m thinking £7.50 mile on distance and £140 p hour on local work
Anyone have any contacts they can give me or use me get in touch
Just waiting for my trustd then ill be on cx the sales team said I won’t be stood still on that so have ordered another Mercedes aswell and be looking for a driver in a few weeks

Thanks guys for reading

Anyone an account with AS24 for fuel abroad? They fair on pricing? Currently with DKV and shell but need a card for red diesel around Boulogne and they have a bunker station there thanks.

Evening everyone, for the sake of £19.25 +VAT (p/m), is SameDay worth getting? Thanks.

I've had a job on the exchange for a luton at 2 ton. What's the issue? Everyone laughing at me.
Most lutons are 3.5ton so its well within that. No wonder none of you aren't making money. 😑

What is this trusted group thing on cex, keep pestering me to sign up with them. Do they charge?? If so why do I have to sign with them?? Already have all my documents on cx showing everything and over 400 positive feedbacks. And pay £360 a quarter I ain’t paying no more!

Hey guys, I have a guy that is taking my stuff from England to Northern Ireland, I've found him on one of page in FB. He said he's booked the boat from Belfast to NI and said he would send me a screenshot of that bit won't send me a pic of his license.
Am I being unreasonable asking for this evidence of:
A: Who he is?
B: If he's insured to drive the van?
I want evidence for the police if he takes off with our stuff.

Hi. Just curiosity, who will take the run. For that money when the diesel is going up every day.

Hello all and I'm new here. Simple question please. Owner driver, is it worth it? 🤔 Thanks in advance.

Hey everyone, have you ever noticed payment terms? I'm wondering if most people resort to factoring just to agree to 60 days or even 45 days EOM – that's crazy! The majority of companies get paid within 28 days, some even within 7. Personally, I'm starting to steer clear of such companies. 💰😬

Hello Guys, I have just decided to leave my job as a Class 1 driver and to try and become owner operator, I might picked the wrong time to try this and I have got a feeling that I will fail but anyway. I am all set up now with O'licence and all of the insurances etc. Just tried to get in touch with few companies and guess what very quite at the moment. I already lose my motivation from the first day now. Are there anyone who can help me or give me some advice/tips with some regular work I am based in Coventry. I don't have a trailer but I can get one, because I wanted to see what work I find If I find . Is not point to spend another few thousand pounds for nothing.

EVENING ALL. Does everyone with a UK Fuels card get the same diesel price anyone know?
Next week they have set it at 129.82
Someone has said they getting 126 and I am trying to work out if they are bulls***ting me or if I can try and get a better price off them.

Evening everyone. Finally! Someone talking out of their mouth, instead of their backsides! 👏

Has anybody else had non-strop trouble signing up for Trustd for CX? They keep restricting my account because of petty stuff and it’s a pain in the backside constantly raising tickets to un-restrict my account.
Last one was I was deemed ‘non-complaint’ as I incorrectly entered that I don’t employ any other drivers than myself. How does that make me non-complaint and warrant a restricted account? I have up to date insurances, driving licence and everything.
Pay nearly £2,000 for a subscription and they’ve had me out of work nearly most of the week. 🤬

Evening. I don't know what it is at the minute, is it that works quiet and folk want to get a days wage on one small job or are folk taking the piss or are they just thick as f**k? Yesterday I posted a load, 9 mile maximum for a Luton curtain van. Highest bidder strolled in at £190.

Hi, TO ALL TRANSPORT COMPANIES - DO NOT tell your route to anyone and price it up as a normal job. Giving discount is not a problem, but 50% off isn't a discount. If the job is for £200, then £180 is a very good discount. Or make it £175 NO LOWER. Please.

Hello evening, Anyone stung by Lumia Transport LTD? Disappeared on CX, not answering the phone. Please need some help.

Hi guys! just serious comments please... I'm looking to start my own business with my own truck (I will drive myself and my friend) is it worth it? any advice? I will appreciate that thanks

This industry is dead. Struggling lately to get jobs after 10AM so thought I'd try something. Bid 50p a mile on 6 different jobs, got none. (Not that I would have took them at that anyway). Saw a 30 mile job advertised as £15!!! Who the f@ck is taking these jobs? Hope whoever it is go bust very quickly.

Hi everyone, I'm new here and I need some advice. Where is best to look for work? I'm starting looking for a same day courier business. Got a SWB Caddy as my Van. Cheers!

HELLO. Question, is it normal on CX did a job on 12th September it said 30 days for payment, looked today and they schedule payment date as 30th October. That's 48 days from invoice date?

Hello evening,
Quick question from me.
I have a friend that tries CX now for 2 days and he can’t get any successful bids no matter what he tries.
Medium wheel base Van, 3m
Located in Doncaster area, started bidding like 1.10£
Dropped to 1.00£
Dropped to 90p per mile still doesn’t get any work.
There’s plenty of work around like 50-60 jobs that he applied but no success on any of them I think he’s doing something wrong.
He even had a job 300miles both ways that he bid 350£. So that’s like 60-60p/mile and got rejected.
Sorry if this sounds silly but is there something that he misses?
Thanks a lot

Evening everyone, Just curious: What VAN can do 300k other than Sprinter, without any major repairs???

Good evening, Shame I have to make such enquiry, but how do you guys deal with companies who does not pay apart from blocking them on CX? We have couple at the moment after several calls, emails and promises still not being paid 2 and 3 months overdue? Flawless job done to Lohar Courier and to Alpha7 Express? Thanks everyone.

Question: Is Livestock Haulage, worth getting into or not? other than the clean outs what are the pros and cons? TIA

Hi evening everyone, I'm new here and I have question is CX worth paying for? Thanks in advance.

Hello evening guys. Honest opinions please on this, small operation, been going 10 years, never had any need to enquire about factoring until now, a bad run of mechanical issues on trucks while trying to update them has left cashflow non existent and business under pressure, bank is not really interested, so looking at independent finance company for factoring/discounting to help us get on our feet again. Would like to hear from any one used it positive and negative, many thanks.

Hello, Just got a couple questions as my dream goal is to eventually become an Owner Operator.
I would just like to know, how bad actually is it? the few people I have spoke to about it say its not worth the stress or hassle etc.
I cant find anywhere online to get a rough idea of what you can earn or how to go about it.
If anyone has the time, I would just like to find out more about it, to know if I should give up on this dream of mine or if its actually possible.
Will only be running 1 truck which I will just be mine, but would love to be able to do it all up like I see at the truck shows.

To all 3.5 Luton drivers out their what Luton would you recommend or have driven that you can rely on? Thanks

Good evening all, How much is all the insurance roughly on like a transit sized van? TIA

Evening everyone, Question: What is the biggest problem in trucking industry? Thanks in advance.

Morning guys, I’ve had customers that spent over 10k a month with me and now they have CX account. CX don’t care where the money comes from, they will open account for anyone.

Hello everyone.
Can anyone tell me if is worth buying a 18 tonner for cx jobs?
For now I have a lwb van to see how things are going on this platform and I would like an upgrade. I don't have access to see hgv jobs. I know it depends a lot where you based but west Midlands is always busy. Also what is the charge per mile for hgv?
Thank you in advance for your help.
Have a good morning all.

Good evening lads, Does anyone knows a company that pay over £700/ day? Any idea? Because I was planning to look for 44t contractors? Thanks

Hi everyone. How do people secure there pallet truck in the back of a Luton for travel?

Hi evening,
I'm looking for help or advice.
Does anybody know good Road Haulage/ Transport Law Solicitors?

Story:
I had flat bed trailer. Person from company where I had collection called me and chasing me that I'm late for collection. When I arrived as planned by the office he wasn't there arrived shortly after me as he went to another job. Quickly jumped in Fork lift truck lift Load (Doubel Factory/Production line) on my trailer, quickly parked and left.
I did inspect load walk around multiple times. To me it looks like One big piece. I used 3 straps through middle 3 straps over the top and 1 strap on each end to secure movement load max weight 4 tons.
After 20 miles of driving middle of load collapsed and slides of the trailer.
No one get hurt no damage on the road no traffic blocked as straight away another drivers helps to pull it of the road to the gras.

Police arrived took pictures and statement, recovery arrived they did manage to put load back on and we all left.

Now...

Hello evening guys, Just started out with my own truck priced few jobs at £3 a mile traction flatbed and curtain and they all laugh say they get it cheaper, am I overpricing or has the industry went to?