Expediting 900 Miles AL to TX | Pay & Expense Report | Sprinter Van Business

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[@comedyshow4509]

Can you make a video of How to find loads Thank you

[@Drewski.22]

Can’t wait till this is my career.

[@vhockada]

@@Jamesgeeee what job doesn’t get old?

[@catherineknight7653]

Great video! FYI: THE Loves in Normal IL has a dog/ pet wash. 1st one we have seen. Also for storage, we use the Dollar Tree over the door hooks & hang the shoe organizer on the hooks. Be safe and have fun 🎉😊

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Wow thanks for the tips. Can’t ever get enough of those out here on the road. One love!

[@jarich1991]

Can’t wait for that road dog shirt!

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

They are coming I just gotta work on the merch store to attach to my KZbin. Might get that done this week

[@sarahtruesdale3290]

I need a small and an xl

[@J.doe123]

How crazy! I used to live in converse!

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

What? Never heard of it til this trip. It’s an okay place. No complaints

[@sarahtruesdale3290]

My aunt lives there!

[@lyledeevore1389]

Good to see another vid. You seem to be busy. That's good

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

I was the past 6 weeks. Had a slow down this weekend but it’s expected

[@lyledeevore1389]

@@ExpeditingAmerica don't want to be negative/critical....but really enjoy a bit longer road scenes. The interaction with the shipper&receiver is real good cuz you feel like we are there.thanks for taking your time to film,edit and post.

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

@@lyledeevore1389 I’ll definitely do my best to get more of that in there. I currently use my phone to record so it takes up a lot of memory and I have to limit it a little but I’m looking to buy some extra cameras to set up in the van 24/7 thanks and appreciate your criticism it definitely wasn’t negative 😂🤣

[@antoniopegues]

Be safe be blessed bro 🙏

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

You too Antonio thanks bro

[@DELACENA80]

Best of luck, be safe!

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Right back at you! Thank you Arturo

[@redlion8648]

Keep up the good work

[@way2comfortable698]

Dropped the like for bobba bo

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

You will be rewarded with good luck today!

[@gabriellinares651]

Keep that good work brother

[@mikecook5749]

Hey brother of one of those 20 people actually using the app while I'm driving my Sprinter van around

[@ScooterTraveler]

Looking good. Look forward to the next one.

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Thank you Smith lopez

[@brianfisher6207]

Positive vibes, bro keep it up

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Thanks B

[@halhoffman3888]

Thanks for the video Travel safe

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Thanks for saying thanks Hal! I’ll do my best man

[@kingofkings5175]

Another dope vid homie nice I've only had to sit 2 days so far and it was 2 different weeks got a drop in NC tomorrow am I almost have a run every day so we BLESS

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Stack the funds and save them my friend. Keep those wheels turning and be safe. Thanks for checkin in and showing love once again!

[@kingofkings5175]

Always bro

[@Cisco176]

Hey Brandon, I've been subscribed for a few weeks now. I am looking to do this type of work in about a year (when I retire). Your videos are the best. Lots of useful information, and I love Bubba Jo. Stay safe, brother. Maybe I'll see ya on the road one day! Peace!

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Hey Keith thanks for subscribing and watching along. This is a great lifestyle for a retiree best of luck to you. A year will be here before you know it

[@Weldeador0813]

If you have the time and a litle extra money make your own autority and letthem get old that is going to helpyou many companys look if you are new is hard to get loads or good ones atleast 60 días helps a lot

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

@@Weldeador0813 I got a 5 month old authority :)

[@bn81159]

I'm doing the same, this will keep me busy during retirement

[@theguyguy7524]

Let’s gooooooo

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

🏃‍♂️🏃‍♂️🏃‍♂️🏃‍♂️

[@mannyactual]

I think your doing well for starting out. My advice is to begin taking partials you have alot of room in the van take multiple loads heading the same direction just like how the flat bed hot shot do it. Use the measurements in the van and load dimensions

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

No doubt I agree. I’m able to do it sometimes but it’s hard with a lot of them being direct shipments (for me at least) I’ve been lucky to snag a few off uShip as you will see I’m my next episode droppin tomorrow. Thanks for watching Manny

[@Babybugex]

Good vid.

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Thank you very much!

[@elsilenciodelaespera1485]

I like to watch your videos because of your explanations and because you don't limit yourself to just saying that the business is good and you show your profits and it is an incentive for those who want to start the business, God bless you.

[@MRBURNS-nk9en]

MR.BURNS HERE READY TO WORK... im 26 DOT MED CARD AND MVR CLEAN! stay grinding my g 💪

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Word! Have you applied anywhere?

[@joefro9473]

I've had my class A CDL for 13 years ,I've got my medical card and clean mvr and looking to get in this business also!

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

@@joefro9473 dope man where have you started looking? How’s your research going?

[@MRBURNS-nk9en]

@@joefro9473 wow bro had to one up me ehh?? 🤣🤣🤣

[@charlesfinnegan7930]

Bubba Joe is a good hunter. No stink weasel is getting past him.

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Nothing gets past this guy! He is always on alert. I’m glad he listens well.

[@cisolatw]

the job lookin good .🤑🤑

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Thanks peep some of the newer episodes! :)

[@shellihoward2023]

I picked up my Ford Transit high roof 350 Ext last night. I’m excited to get started although my backing up/reversing skills are much to be desired. 😅

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Awesome I was looking at transits. They are nice! Wishing you the best of luck and you will do a lot of practice with backing up so no worries

[@ashiyabrown2968]

The skunk. 😮😅

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Lmfao that’s the star of this episode after bubba Jo 🤣😂

[@carlosjones4350]

I’m just running across your channel. Very good information. If you don’t mind me asking how or who did your back cabin set up??

[@Uptownlogistics]

I’m getting an S&B fuel tank installed on my sprinter. Take it from 24gal to 47gal tank. So less stops at gas stations..

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

I was thinking bout doing the same. Smart idea. Fill up where it’s cheap and ride out.

[@jamestreanor182]

loves has nice windshield cleaners. wow, gas so much cheaper vs diesel

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

They have the best ones at loves for sure! And it’s a huge difference for my wallet

[@erict6933]

Which load board do you use love your videos

[@randallalderman2260]

I was wondering where you went. Havent seen a video in a bit. lol

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Just been driving a lot and sleeping when I’m not. But I’ve been around for sure. Just uploaded another one today for yall. Might get a third one this week if I can finish it up

[@jeremysmith6200]

I have been thinking about getting into this....Does this require CDL and Elog?...like the videos!!!!

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Thank you bro appreciate the comment. No cdl no elog:)

[@SoldierJ613]

@@ExpeditingAmerica That's why I like it ! It's cheaper to.

[@toddhorowitz3461]

Late but I made it!

[@ots9358]

Hey man! Loving the videos. Was wondering if it was possible to get on a call with you? I’m a 25 year old trying to get in to this line of work. Currently saving up for my own van at the moment.

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Email [e-mail]

[@giorgigiorgadze4556]

Thanks for video. The company who you work with dispaching only you?

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

No me and 4 others. We just have one dispatcher so it’s a small company. Sorry it took so long to respond

[@adamadam1234ful]

Is it better to work for a company first. In the next couple of months I’m thinking of buying my sprinter van to start this business.

[@MichaelSmith-qw3is]

Ok, well. Have you made enought to buy your chalet?

[@angelpabellon]

Where do you the e track installed?

[@timmytheimpaler]

I downloaded the app using your code but didn't see any acknowledgement of such a promo on the app. I don't hit the road until next week but I'll be using it then.

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

I think it went through buddy! Thank you so much Lloyd hope you find yourself using it. Be blessed

[@timmytheimpaler]

What setup do you use to video in front of you as you walk in places?

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Chest harness or a small gimble stick

[@meti333]

Is it hard to find drivers for vans ? Thanks, love your videos keep up the good work

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Drivers who are dependable, yes

[@meti333]

@@ExpeditingAmerica appreciate ya brother

[@brianspiten9054]

How successful are you getting other loads close by once you drop off? Do you hang around the area until you get a load for the trip back? Thanks my dude in advance!

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Every day is different and deadhead is a part of the game. Some days 10 miles some days 50 some days 0 some days a couple hundred miles. Every day is different and every driver has a different experience. Too many variables to pin point things in this business.

[@SergH.]

New to the channel my bad if you got one already but should get a fuel card man

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Hey man thank you for subscribing!!! What fuel card you recommend? I use upside and get bonuses from them due to subscribers that signed up under me. And I get cash back but I’m always open to trying new things out

[@debbiewendover7664]

whats your safest place to sleep

[@sshumkaer]

I agree with you, I don't see anything wrong with that pay, I think in terms of Volume. you get 3 loads per week like that, your doing good and no other average American is making that

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Yes thank you. Someone will always have something to say no matter how much I make. Lol New episode drops today. Can you go on there and drop a like and comment for me before the episode premiers. I’m trying to boost the video in the KZbin algorithm Someone Made A Mistake… | Sprinter Van Business | Episode 68 kzbin.info/www/bejne/iXrIo4yQqbaBqcU

[@gregorymelendez9738]

I had the upside app , but I deleted it being I didn't use it

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Yeah I feel ya. I use it sometimes 3 times a day and being that I have people signed up under me I save more than usual.

[@vhockada]

I just bought the 3.0 diesel and hearing you say you’re saving on gas, is that still true? Diesel gas is thicker and lasts longer in the tank which in turn gets you better mpgs. So it should save you right?

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

I get less on a tank with gas. Bout 375-400 not 400-475 with diesel but it costs me $60 to fill up not $90-100

[@user-kx6qk6jc9m]

Do you use a farming?

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Farming? What’s that? Like cows etc

[@erikssonjimenez5172]

Hey, now that you’ve had the van for a few months. Do you still feel that gas over diesel is better? Are you still saving about a grand on fuel? I ask because I’m purchasing a sprinter and I’m really torn over gas VS diesel.

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Naw it’s about even not saving that much now that diesel is not too expensive. Just pick one and go

[@erikssonjimenez5172]

How often would you change the oil on the gas one?

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

@@erikssonjimenez5172 I do it every 8-10k miles

[@damonfrmda4]

What logistics company are you apart of to be assigned these loads?

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

It’s a small mom and pop company I don’t say their name on here due to so many people hitting them up. We are full since we only have one dispatcher

[@patrickboyer5550]

Yo I live in Bradenton Sarasota I'm buying a Van and going for it what's the best platform or where's the best place to get jobs

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Not a cut and dry answer but it’s best starting with a carrier and learning the business as you go. As for which carrier is best everyone’s experience is different. So my best advice is sign on with a couple and it may take time til you find a company and dispatcher you mesh with. Good luck man

[@Theeharrisfam]

Do you have 1 on 1 consults ?

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

No sir I’m no guru. Trying to figure it out like everyone else

[@SoldierJ613]

Love your videos. With all do respect as a Class A truck driver your dispatcher is charging you way to much you should have not taken less than a 1.50 a mile. Honestly when you guys accept low wages it hurts every diver and owner operater . Love the content! RESPECTFULLY!

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

lol bro you’re funny. If I sat around and waited for $1.50 a mile in a sprinter van I’d never move unless it’s a short run. So I could sit and make $0 or I can gross 3-5k a week. Thanks for watching tho. But nobody is doing long runs for $1.50 a mile in a sprinter van. 14% for someone to search load boards all day, talk to brokers, and deal with their check ins every two hours? 14% is very fair. I can just drive and while I drive she looks for my next trip. I gladly pay 14% especially since when I book my own loads with my own new authority I hardy move. But everyone knows how to do this business that isn’t in this business 🤷‍♂️

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Also when people blame others for why they are getting low rates (which is relative to someone’s overhead btw) those people will never make it in any industry. You should be able to outwork and outgrind everyone else. If you’re not making the money you want to make it’s not the next guys fault. Gotta take responsibility and make that $$$$

[@alwansky57]

Ur van 6 cylinder or 4

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Sorry it took so long to respond. 4cy. New episode drops tonight

[@shellihoward2023]

What’s with all the spam scam comments?

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

All of them? Where please tag me

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

I saw the one earlier with the replies under it but I deleted it. Let me know if there is more please

[@shellihoward2023]

Looks like the comment with multiple replies to that comment has been deleted. Thanks for relying to me.

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

@@shellihoward2023 of course I appreciate you looking out!

[@tibimantale]

How many miles you average a week ?

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Between 3-5k

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

@@Jamesgeeee lol I’ve been on the road 18 months almost consecutively. Sure people can get burnt out if they don’t take the time to explore, go on hikes, go to the gym, eat good, ect. Or if you’re not use to grindin your ass off to get to where you want to be in life or you’re not making any progress. But that’s just not the case for me. I don’t mind working and if you watch my videos I make a minimum of 2k a week when I work as hard as I do :) this was a 10hr trip plus I got my dog with me and I could go home right now if I wanted to. But I’d rather stack this $$$$ 😂🤣😂🤣

[@gregorycabral9706]

Does bubba farts, a lot?

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

The real question is do I fart a lot? Cuz I def fart way more than he does.

[@Whatever0704]

I do not understand how you make money. On a 900 mile trip your van depreciated around $378. In total with everything, depreciation, gas, brakes, fuel filter, oil and filter, tires, misc repairs - the cost of operating a van is around 90 cpm. So 900 miles is $810 operating cost. You made 1050 - 147 = 903. Real profit $93 And then there is insurance, food, drinks, snacks etc. What am I not getting?? Good content though :)

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Not sure how you figure your numbers. You also have to remember filing your taxes properly at the end of the year is 🔑. As most your income is a write off after mileage and daily stipend for being on the road for food etc. Not sure how you calculate depreciation but I put 10% away from each load for maintenance etc. The cost of operating a van is definitely not .90 cpm if you’re doing 12k miles a month average. I don’t stop moving. Please breakdown how you got that cpm below. That’s wild. In that case nobody would make money. I do 3-5k miles a week. And definitely netting more than $93 sir. I’d be broke by month 3 and hating life. I’m not rich but I definitely am saving more money than I ever have before. I’m also busting my ass driving 60-70hrs a week too :)

[@Whatever0704]

​@@ExpeditingAmerica Depreciation. I took a new price of $70.000 (Ford Transit 250/350) and compared it to used ones on the market. Looking at the price and miles. I had several van operators look at the number and they all said they are pretty accurate. I would really like to understand how you guys make money. Would it be better to take a $15 hourly job that might even have benefits. Sure if you get an older van with a lot of miles the depreciation will be a lot less. I was trying to link to a google sheet with my math, but youtube is not allowing it.

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

@@Whatever0704 well I didn’t pay 70k for my van try 22k less and these vans have a 500k mile life if taken care of. Are you trying to pay the van off in a year? Lol come on man. This van has a good 4 years in it. That changes the game drastically. It’s funny how someone not in the game is telling me I’m making less than $15 a hr. And I’m telling them they have their numbers wrong and they are still telling me I’m dumb. Lol My cpm is .55 that’s with putting 10% back for my van. You my friend are also looking at the small picture. I’m traveling and exploring with my dog, creating a community with my KZbin, starting my own clothing and coffee company off that KZbin community as well as building and scaling my logistics business. I also have music I make money off on the side too. So while everyone’s looking at the small picture (and miscalculating MY numbers) I’m focused on my goals and making things happen. So somehow I have money to invest in these other projects and still eat and save money. So like I said sorry but your calculations are off.

[@Whatever0704]

@@ExpeditingAmerica first I never said anyone is dumb. I’m genuinely curious on how you make it work. I’ve been thinking about getting into the business but also I am very analytic and good with numbers. I am just trying to collaborate with helpful people who can help me understand better and I truly hope my numbers are off.

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

@@Whatever0704 I hear ya but this isn’t the first time you commented telling me my operating costs are .90cpm and me telling you that your numbers are off lol. I’m trying to help you understand cpm also depends on how many miles you plan to drive that month. I’m literally on the road every single day. I don’t go home. The van is my home rn. But just to clarify my cpm is not .90 👍

[@scottpetersen6869]

At 100k miles you will find out what a pos Ford is. No way you will get 400k the turbo will be a maintenance item replace every 80k

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Crazy cuz I don’t drive a ford 🤷‍♂️ :)

[@sarahtruesdale3290]

I’m pretty sure he drives a Mercedes’ sprinter van @scott Petersen very reliable

[@toddhorowitz3461]

The piece of shit is actually the pro master. Out of vans the transit and sprinter are the best! What alternatives do you have? 😂

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Yep sarah you are correct Mercedes sprinter 2500 170”

[@MrZous007]

Does your sprinter come with the slides to secure the load or you have them installed? Thanks for your answer

[@eduardocruzo8607]

You're paying the dispatcher like a doctor.

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Lol what do you mean?

[@eduardocruzo8607]

@@ExpeditingAmerica 14% fee?

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Yes they stare at the computer screen for hours to find the load, book it, get all the paperwork, and deal with updating the broker every 2 hours so they aren’t calling my phone. Well worth the piece of mind. And industry standard. Other wise I end up paying about the same amount for sylectus or a good load board a month.

[@lyledeevore1389]

@@ExpeditingAmerica seems like a fair cut. If you had to do all that legwork yourself - yes you'd save some coin - but booking all that would get overwhelming.

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

This way I can just drive and while I drive she looks for loads. I can’t do both at the same time. Not safe