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Are these skills bootcamp things keeping wages down in haulage because now the industry is saturated with drivers because people can get a licence for free or if you have been out of work etc.

How can this be acceptable? They state from the get go that they are going to pay late!! This is the 2nd one that blatantly states we pay late. But if you as much as sneeze without their permission then they’ll not pay your invoice. 😡
EQUOTES ONLY - MUST BE CX TRACKED DRIVERS - DRIVER TO GET PAPERWORK STAMPED AT DELIVERY, PHOTO OF GOODS DELIVERED AND A PHOTO OF THE BUILDING WHERE DROPPED OFF. UPLOAD TO CX STRAIGHT AFTER.
Terms We do not pay factoring companies, payments are made the following Friday/Saturday after due date of invoice. If you do not have your CX tracking on and do not get paperwork signed and do not upload pictures of goods delivered and of the building where delivered, then we will not pay the invoice. If you cancel the job, you agree to pay cancellation charges based on your own terms. If you cancel due to a breakdown, we will need a copy of the breakdown report.

Can anyone find any reason why this can’t happen? Or put me in touch with someone who can help?
Scania aren’t much help, just tell me they can’t build a truck without a speed limiter or tacho and company policy says they can’t be involved in removing them!!!
So I believe if you build or convert a truck to a motorhome on an 18t chassis and its says it’s a motorhome on the logbook and not used for hire or reward then…
1) No operator licence is required
2) No inspections, just an MOT once a year
3) No speed limiter or tacho required
4) No drivers cpc training required, just a valid HGV class 2 license?
Almost there… Just trying to find someone who can remove the tacho and speed limiter without leaving all the dashboard warnings flashing constantly!!! Any suggestions appreciated?
I’m 58 and been on the road as an Owner/Driver tramping for 24 years, I am about to try my 2nd attempt at retirement (1st attempt was cancelled by the COVID fiasco)… Racing motorcycles, Mountain biking, wild...

I'm looking for information from anyone who has become an Owner driver in recent years, is it worth doing? what sort of money are you making after expenses, how much does it all cost to get going etc?

Looking for advice. I'm currently buying another truck but have no room on my Olicense until I sell one and remove it but don't want to do that until iv dropped it off. Can I pick up the new on and run it back or is that a big no no and have to wait until iv sold and removed one? Thanks

Hello guys!
Today I've been involved in crash on M1. I bought the truck with camera and HDD recording unit, but don't know how to download the data from the HHD. Does anyone knows how to download it?
Thanks in advance!

Evening lads and lasses just a quick one I am driving a new Volvo fh13 the 460 model and just wondering if any one has had the same problem and manage to solve it and it’s about the Bluetooth when on a phone call now if I ring my Mrs. or any one who isn’t driving a Volvo then the mic and speaker are loud but when ever I ring another driver that’s in another Volvo it’s really quiet and tried to turn up all the volumes and I have also tried to remove the plastic cover that protects the mic (just incase it was suffocating the mic) and it’s made no difference but if I out my phone on loudspeaker and off the Bluetooth it goes back loud and can hear/speak perfect any one else had this problem
This is the Volvo in question

Hi guys, been chatting to a mate and have a question that you may be able to clear up.
7.5 tonne truck converted to a race truck towing an I for Williams 12 ish foot trailer with a 1.5 tonne (ish) load. Class 1 or not?
I know you don’t need a tacho as it’s private use but what’s the score with towing? I've got Class 1 so no issue but my mate had a car licence (before 98) or whenever it was lol and he seems to think he’s good to go.

Hi guys, back in my Scania after 2 weeks in a 7.5t. Going from a little 7.5 to a an 18t the length of a 26t is a very interesting transfer. But my oh my is it comfortable. The seat is like an arm chair very comfortable for the long runs I did today. I don’t see how some of you lads don’t like the seats in the Scania NG.

Hi all, Has anyone else heard about Emersons (Leicester) shutting down???

Has anyone had issues with newer shape MANs. Twice in 1 week I've had 2 units VORd. So all lights work fine. Drop trailer connect upto another all working. Once I've had my break etc do a walk around and 1 side of trailer lights wont work. New suzies on etc no difference. Swap back under original trailer no lights whatsoever on trailer. Put another unit under the trailers and all lights work fine? The older shape MANs it's usually a blown fuse but I cant find a fuse on these newer ones. And it doesn't look good on me twice in 1 week. (I'm a new pass last year) if anyone has had an issies similar would be good to hear.
We also have the newer ones full led and they have few issues with sidelights on the rear of the unit sometimes working and sometimes not.

Hi guys, I'm new here I want to start my own truck in Europe but I don't know how to start can you give me some information please?

Hi everyone, Does Scania warranty allow their trucks to run at cruising speed of 57-58 mph? Thanks!

Hi guys,
How do I extract footage from this thing?

Question time
I put my truck in for an mot in Friday 22nd March, phoned today to see the outcome. And was told that it was only today that they put it on a pit for mot tomorrow.
They said that there was chips on the window and might need a new one. But the chips have been there since 2020 and passed mot with no issues. The an email was sent saying the disc and pads where gone on front axle. I'm on the 9th set of pads in 18 months the first set lasted 200000km. They changed the caliper 6 times and still went through the pads. It want until I asked if they changed the liner that the issues was fixed. They have now invoice me for £1081 for a set of disc and pads that are pattern part. When I call the main dealer they have quoted £871 and another place I go to come in for pattern parts come id £462 all in. They have ordered there parts fitted them without my consent, what options do you think I have?

Hello guys,, How hard is it to become Owner driver?? And is it a good idea??

Hi all.. Newbie here, looking at buying a unit 2014 ish, anything I should steer clear, what’s best choice?

Hello, looking for any advice regarding LTD drivers, a friend of mine whom is a self employed builder has also been doing some casual driving for a company on a self employed basis, he don’t own his own truck it’s purely him driving for someone else. They are now asking him to go LTD. Is there any benefits to him doing this?
TIA

If not allowed delete!
Anyone know the whereabouts or details on Kelly Rae Transport Ltd?
Can't pay her bills, lying to bailiffs when they get sent to her house anyone else had this issue?

Can I legally drive back with this trailer like this? when empty I drover with out loaded as it is but I've been told its illegal is this true? because to me its the same as a flat bed or if I was to strap my curtains back on a really windy day.

Gentleman, what are your thoughts on electric trucks for inner city/short rang stuff? Rigid or arty.
I love my electric rigid.
Very useful!

Fridge trailers/containers.
Surely these are insulated enough to hold a set temperature for a sustained period of time so why can’t they be turned off if asked at a truck stop???

I'm owed money by this company (JM Distribution Services Midlands) LTD and been chasing them for a few days. Finally got a message back and I was told they have gone under. 😳😳
So if you are owed money also by this company it looks you won't be getting it.

Hi, after some advice. Got a Volvo fmx 21plate with a sheet issue. I press the button and it just clicks down by the reset box, checked the fuses and the trip switch and are all fine and I’ve replaced the direction relay but still just clicking? Any ideas?

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?