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I beg to differ considering FL was in the direct path of the hurricane, I'm guessing the risk was higher than a normal delivery day considering the roads were clogged by the many who were trying to evacuate and the others who were out searching for supplies to weather the storm.

Agreed, I'm guessing they were paid as well...and I'm also guessing they waited until they got home, ate dinner, grabbed a shower, and then called in to say the traffic was terrible but they're finally done, can you punch me out now plz?? :poke:

Again, I'm proud of those who went above and beyond but I can only imagine the backlash had something gone wrong with these noble deeds!! Sorry but for me the reward isn't worth the risk.
Perhaps

You might be right

I'm skeptical on the higher than normal risk of backlash, but you might be right on that too. :cool:
 
FMCSA Denies ATA Petition Regarding Truck Tire Inflation Rules
September 18, 2017

http://www.truckinginfo.com/news/st...ion-regarding-truck-tire-inflation-rules.aspx

"FMCSA said it agreed with ATA that proper measurement of tire inflation pressure during a roadside inspection is dependent on many factors that are difficult to apply consistently and uniformly, but it did not think eliminating the problem section of the rules was the answer.

Instead, FMCSA said it will work with CVSA's Vehicle Committee to ensure roadside inspection officials are properly trained and aware of established regulatory guidance."
 
Time to sell: Used truck prices have stabilized, but 2014/2015 used models could send prices spiraling downward

http://www.ccjdigital.com/time-to-s...-models-could-send-prices-spiraling-downward/

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"Used truck prices tumbled throughout 2016. The average retail price of three- to five-year-old tractors plunged from $73,300 in January 2016 to $53,900 in December, according to J.D. Power Valuation Services.

Though prices stabilized in the first half of 2017 – holding near $60,000 through June – that modest rebound might be only a calm before the storm. Tractors sold in 2014 and 2015 are expected to flood the market in numbers that..."
 
Nation's Top Technicians Vie for Coveted Title at TMC Skills Competitions

http://markets.businessinsider.com/...d-Title-at-TMC-Skills-Competitions-1002376355

"The TMC National Technician Skills Competitions begin September 16-17with written exams and qualifying rounds for traditional and trailer technicians, with the finals and the TMCFutureTech National Student Skills Competition taking place on Monday, September 18.

Winners of both events will be recognized at an awards banquet on Tuesday, September 19."
 
FedEx announces rate changes for 2018

https://seekingalpha.com/news/3296169-fedex-announces-rate-changes-2018?dr=1#email_link

"FedEx Express will increase shipping rates by an average of 4.9% for U.S. domestic, U.S. export and U.S. import services. FedEx One Rate pricing will increase by an average of 3.5%.

FedEx Ground and FedEx Home Delivery shipping rates will increase by an average of 4.9%. The company says FedEx SmartPost rates will also change.

FedEx Freight shipping rates will be 4.9% higher on average.

The company also outlined some surcharges and additional charges that will be applied next year."
 
FedEx announces rate changes for 2018

https://seekingalpha.com/news/3296169-fedex-announces-rate-changes-2018?dr=1#email_link

"FedEx Express will increase shipping rates by an average of 4.9% for U.S. domestic, U.S. export and U.S. import services. FedEx One Rate pricing will increase by an average of 3.5%.

FedEx Ground and FedEx Home Delivery shipping rates will increase by an average of 4.9%. The company says FedEx SmartPost rates will also change.

FedEx Freight shipping rates will be 4.9% higher on average.

The company also outlined some surcharges and additional charges that will be applied next year."
Interesting to note the new surcharge of $85 for shipments over 8 and under 12 feet.
 
Rates going up 4.9% while my compensation rate goes up 2.1%......
Don't exaggerate. Wages are only a portion (80% +/-) of Compensation. On the other hand, rates don't reflect 100% of the revenue stream...

Regardless, compensation increases always lag behind rate increases. They have to because they are only a portion of costs. 47.5% of revenue for FY 2017, for some perspective. Factor that into your figures too, then tell us what you think.
 
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