Sprinter van business 2500 miles coast to coast in 3 days! How much money did I make after expenses?

[@buckzatm739]

This has to be a joke

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Yep one big joke! I’m out here wasting my time. I’m broke, my business is going down the drain. Why did I waste my time driving for this company? I didn’t learn anything or level up in any way shape or form. What an idiot! What was I thinking? This is the biggest joke of 2023

[@buckzatm739]

@@ExpeditingAmerica smh, sounds like your butt hurt bro 🤷🏾‍♂️ but i understand.

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

@@buckzatm739 I was being sarcastic as in joking. If I was butt hurt maybe id get defensive and call you names or something. I’m prob the chillest person you will meet. I appreciate you watching and your comment all jokes aside. I’m actually doing really well and now and owner operator making and saving more money than I ever have in my life. With repairs and unexpected mishaps. I was getting my feet wet driving for a fleet owner that I learned a lot from and now I call my own shots, write off most of not all my income in my taxes, and my KZbin channel is growing 20-50 subscribers a day so that’s making me money and I wouldn’t have this if I didn’t drive and pay my dues. On top of the Merch and other side business that branched off KZbin. I can’t complain. So to answer your question. No it’s not a joke and I got nothing but love for you buddy. Far from but hurt. One love!

[@buckzatm739]

@@ExpeditingAmerica I got nothing but love for you as well, my brother. I’m proud of you and happy for you. Keep going hard.

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

@@buckzatm739 thank you

[@lawnfreak3543]

When strapping a barrel either use an old pallet or the spare tire throw tire or pallet over the barrels cross strap them in an x I learned this from the Paxton's my fist year OTR

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Thanks man love the advice

[@EternallyGr8FULL]

Just came across your channel today and I love your content- from the music you chose in your video to your pup and your sense of humor. Glad you made it safe and looking forward to more! Take care✌

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Appreciate you taking the time to watch and chime in! New episodes on the way! :)

[@johnesteen4083]

I really appreciate the video… I watched it to the end…

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Hey John thank you man! I appreciate you watching an older episode and dropping a comment man. Enjoy your weekend

[@justdoitskully]

Your Pup just chills man

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

He’s the best

[@fernandote77]

Wow New Mexico and Arizona the way it’s amazing

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Yes I love that drive but hate the rates out west

[@theguyguy7524]

So beautiful

[@paperstacks8353]

I’m from Palm Springs. I’m looking to start a Sprinter van/cargo business. Your videos are inspiring. Keep up the good work fam. Stay blessed

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Thank you fam! Appreciate the support. Have you watched the newer episodes?

[@paperstacks8353]

@@ExpeditingAmerica I haven’t yet. But most definitely I will. I know everyone has popsicles they deal with, but what’s something to look out for in this business? I have a lot of questions lol

[@LAAM619]

thats wassup, wudda been cool to see you there at cabazon, down the street from me and its also one of my old stops for fedex.

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

What is there to do there? If there is something I’ll stop next time and shoot some video

[@mauricethomas4885]

You should install e-tracks on the floor. It would let you secure the loads better

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Yessir you’re right an old video. I’m bout to go e track crazy with some updates on my van

[@stevepattigurath3244]

Greetings from Sky Valley Cali! Desert Hot Springs exit.... Great video!

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Thanks for tuning in. Is there a nice hot spring out there by you?

[@joeschmo7957]

So here is some advice that would behoove you. You need to stop every so often and stretch. I know, it sounds corny and wimpy and inefficient. I tell you this as an M.S. in Exercise Science, every time you fill the gas tank, take that dog for a long walk and thoroughly stretch your legs, hips, torso and neck. You will be glad you did. Drive safe now.

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

I agree. I stretch all day long. Bubba jo forces me to get fresh air and stretch. Plus I go to the gym at least 3 days a week so I’m good on that end. Appreciate the tip and agree!

[@theguyguy7524]

Good advice. I can’t imagine sitting like that all day long

[@JTZ_TRX]

Thinking of jumping in but learning from your videos at the time keep up the good work

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

I would wait… market sucks. I stay moving because I have a good relationship with my carrier. Most people don’t move like this when they start out. Best of luck and thanks for watching

[@theguyguy7524]

Don’t do it!

[@IcereamJoe777]

Watched all your videos, got my interest peaked. 1000 miles a day damn.

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

1000 is the goal! And you watched all my videos? Damn that’s dope! Thank you so much!

[@tryharder3214]

I work as a restaurant server. But I like the fact you're your own boss. You work hard. I hope everything will work out for you and you'll make even more money! I feel like this load might be a little undercut, but I'm not in a business, and money is money, right?

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

No you’re totally right. I wasn’t my own boss in this video. I was driving for a fleet owner. Ran myself into the ground doing it. God willing it worked out so far. My newer episodes are of me in my van. Thank you so much for watching!

[@DJRCRacer]

Great video really enjoyed the scenery and the Buc-ee's part had me dying bro keep it up

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Lol I was wondering if anyone would catch that part! Glad you did! Thanks for watching!!!

[@kingofkings5175]

I here waiting for this vid ✌ Sure it's gonna be awesome The BBQ Is Awesome there

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Thanks brother! Hope it is worth the wait

[@diogosilva3728]

Awesome, I'm down in Naples,FL I'm opening my expedite company doing my setup now . Looking forward to your video

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Whaaat? We are pretty much neighbors. That’s awesome to hear. Good luck and thanks for tuning in!

[@diogosilva3728]

Would you open for a phone call ?

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

@@diogosilva3728 shoot me an email. I’m picking up in nc right now going to Iowa maybe we can chat tomorrow [e-mail]

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

@@diogosilva3728 did you email me?

[@diogosilva3728]

@@ExpeditingAmerica sorry no ill now

[@kadinnickels7793]

Great video, I just arrived to San Francisco this morning Iam getting a load tomorrow so I gotta stay the night out here.

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Awesome I’ve never been to San Fran. Almost got a load there yesterday from nc

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Enjoy it

[@tariqjackob8505]

What kind of van do you have and which app do you use!

[@lintongrant2978]

Bless up my I love your video and the dog is a great choice for the road what type of engine desil are gas

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

He is the best choice for sure! Thanks for watching and happy new year!

[@newyorksilverking9394]

I bought a cargo van in 1998 and leased on with Panther...Pay was 1.10 per loaded mile..Gas at the time was 1.50 range....I criss crossed the country many times and lived right out of my van...I made a small fortune and after 5 years on the road met a gal and got married...There went that but man it was great if you like driving..No regrets a tall..

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

You were in the prime of trucking my man. Thanks for sharing! Thanks for watching!

[@nicolasflores9047]

Love your videos and all the information you share brother. Thank you. Keep safe!

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

No doubt! It would all be for nothing if you and everyone else didn’t watch. Thanks for your time and support

[@danjohn6981]

Agreed! Great vids

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

@@danjohn6981 thanks y’all

[@joeyportelli7976]

Catching up on some oldies. I love to stop at buceeeeeesssss

[@jimmymojo2809]

Great video. Thanks for sharing. I’ve seen all your videos and enjoyed them all. I know you aren’t glamorizing it, but you make me want to go out and get me a van!!! Be careful out there.

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

I’m glad you said I’m not glamorizing it because I show the cookie cutter clean edited Side. It’s def not all rainbows and sunshine but I make the most of it. Thank you for watching!!!!

[@paulutd69]

What's cool about your channel is the scenery you shoot along the way. I recognized a few spots along the 40 cause I've road tripped a few times from Ocean City and Annapolis Maryland to Santa Monica with a couple of college buddies that are Merry Marylanders!!! I always liked stopping in OKC. I have a buddy from Perry, Oklahoma. A sheriff friend of his dad was the one who caught Timothy McVeigh ---- The Oklahoma City bomber!!!

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Damn that’s crazy! Yeah it’s a nice drive and thank you I’m glad you appreciate the extra effort I give my shots!

[@mauricethomas4885]

I noticed you have another van

[@ronpointer708]

😂Bro you are so dam silly buckey hat and shirt 😂 💀💀🙃🥴

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Bro that place has it all. Glad people caught the dry humor 😂🤣😂🤣 thank you for watching

[@theguyguy7524]

I was rolling on the floor laughing

[@cody1585]

All the cool scenery you see and the best part is you get paid to do it

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

It def has its pluses and minuses but the scenery is definitely humbling

[@bestofthebest3812]

@@ExpeditingAmerica what are the minuses?

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

@@bestofthebest3812 sitting waiting on the road alone bathrooms are dirty sleep is minimal pay isn’t consistent it’s really different for everyone

[@mikecook5749]

Me and my 5 dogs Bruin, Mahaley, Daisy, Cleveland and Hook enjoy your videos.

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Bubba jo is a happy camper cuz of that!

[@Eco10032]

Great content! And to the future drivers please DO NOT TAKE UNDERPAID LOADS!! IF YOU DO DISPATCHERS/BROKERS ARE ROBBING YOU!.#nocheapfreight

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Cheap freight is relative to someone’s operating costs. I know a guy who owns his van pays 700 in insurance a month and has no other major bills back home. He can make good money off .80-.90. Also sometimes people have a partial load and have extra room for another load. They can take that 2nd load for cheap cuz it’s a bonus for them. The best thing to do is not worry about what rate others are taking freight for. Just focus on you because that’s what matters. If people wanna take cheap freight let ‘em. They either know what they are doing or don’t and won’t last long.

[@tariqjackob8505]

@@ExpeditingAmerica which insurance company do you use!

[@HarryF86]

@@ExpeditingAmericalike

[@sosiimartinez2268]

That’s a lot of hard work 💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽…. But you pushed through ❤❤❤❤

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Thanks for watching sorry I’m just now responding

[@sosiimartinez2268]

@@ExpeditingAmerica it’s more than ok 👍🏽

[@texasstar2930]

I would look at getting a 3 thousand pound cargo net ..some E track an a blocker in frount of your fright

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Agreed. This wasn’t my van. I was driving for a fleet owner at the time. Peep the new episodes :)

[@texasstar2930]

Understand...am driving a stright truck now an my wife an I are looking into getting a van an doing are own

[@texasstar2930]

Just asking...what load bord are u useing

[@chax2004]

Another great vid. You're real chill putting in a k a day. Props my man

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Thanks fam appreciate you watching’

[@theguyguy7524]

This was your best video that’s why so many views

[@thedonald3643]

Another cool video nice job decent money I love the freedom that you don’t have to deal with DOT your carrier wouldn’t happen to be higher right now what day I’m ready

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Unfortunately we are a small carrier and just have 2 vans. In the future we will sign on more own operators but probably not drivers

[@e.j.c1795]

Bubba's a great co pilot

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

The best for sure!

[@deantait8326]

20 years ago I took carpet from ATL area to Oxnard, Ca. 48 hrs including 9 hrs sleep in Amarillo. Got there Monday morning at 6am. I says wow, I don’t need this until Thursday… oh well

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

At least you are ahead of schedule and got to get something else that week hopefully. Thanks for watching. New episode drops tomorrow (Monday) at 5:00pm est

[@Halla29Gaming]

Great job on the video, and love the music selection.

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Hell yeah man thank you! Appreciate you taking the time to watch and drop a comment

[@garyswincy2955]

Can’t wait! But I have to! Ha!

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Yeah sorry I find the videos get more reach when I premier them like this

[@garyswincy2955]

@@ExpeditingAmerica it was well worth it. Just finally had some time to watch today. You do great work with the editing

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

@@garyswincy2955 I try my best man! Thank you

[@Achenbachpress]

When I drove truck otr my favorite place to stop is any TA truck stop cause of the all you can eat buffet

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

You can tell TA use to be the place to be for truckers back in the day. They are kinda run down for the most part now. Every now and then I find a nice clean new one

[@Achenbachpress]

@ExpeditingAmerica this was back in 2014/15 so it has been awhile since I been to one. Gave up my cdl after I saw a crotch rocket racing hit a guardrail blowing up on impact and sending the rider head first into a tree. But, I've been looking to get into a sprinter van otr job with no luck everything around me wants you to own your own van and right now don't have the money for a decent used one that fits their requirements

[@thetalkingnightstand5377]

6:00 "You know they get like the hats and shirts. I think that stuff is so corny..." *10 minutes later* *Repping full Bucee's apparel looking like a dam mascot* " YEAH LIKE I SAID..." LMAO BRO THAT WAS SO FUNNY 🤣🤣 I LOVE YOUR VIDEOS MAN KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK!!! 🤟💯

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

This I think is the funniest clip from any episode for sure. Thank you for watching glad you enjoyed

[@theguyguy7524]

Lmfao loved it

[@danielq9755]

Great video 👍👍

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Thank you for watching and supporting! One love

[@toddhorowitz3461]

Agreed

[@hoppy760]

I drove El Paso to LA to San Diego once and did that in 17 hours. Had 2 drop offs and one pickup plus gas stops in a F250 and Small Uhaul trailer. That was brutal. Mainly cuz my right hamstring area gets achy from all the driving. So you doing it 3 days in a row 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Shit I do 3-5k miles every week! This is what I do brother! Just like you whoop ass! Lol

[@iambounceback]

@@ExpeditingAmerica Man this video was already funny and transparent but this comment just made me follow. Love a good sense of humor.

[@leandrolozada9186]

Nice video , it brought me a lot good of memories , I used to take that route often , when I delivered in my box truck May the good Lord keep you guys , and bless you and prosper you as well

[@andybui8700]

Love's Travel Stop is my favorite, when I travel with my kids. It would take me at least 4 days to drive 2500 miles, not good for expediting business...

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

It’s a okay place sometimes and sometimes it’s great! Thanks for watching Andy. Dropped a new episode today. Stay blessed!

[@greg4791]

I know that rock from anywhere, stop by the truck stop the next exit up

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

This was long ago my friend

[@go5582]

Yo. I love that Texas beaver n brisket!!!

[@armanitransport2604]

@ 2:45 I'm late to your channel and I don't think anyone has ever told you this. But strapping something heavy that can slide by slamming on the brakes. Well it's a good chance the load can crush you. I'm just saying and be careful out here ✌🏾

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

I think that’s why I told the story I told. Because it was a learning experience and I strap down properly now

[@lane-gw8ql]

Sedona, Arizona....rent a Jeep and explore...absolutely beautiful!

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Definitely would love to off road out there one day.

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Maybe it will be in a video :)

[@lane-gw8ql]

The only McDonald's in the world with green arches is there😅 great content

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

@@lane-gw8ql good to know thank you

[@bevonmcintosh7663]

Pilot an flying J luv the best... ? How much was payment on this load bro

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

I put all payment and expense info at the end of every video :)

[@bevonmcintosh7663]

@@ExpeditingAmerica yup I saw! Good stuff

[@reginalddebrah6241]

Great content i got an interview today.

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Ayeeee that’s what’s up! Congrats I pray it goes well for you and much success

[@reginalddebrah6241]

@ExpeditingAmerica Thanks my guy , you as well take care.

[@dirtyreg22]

i would so love to quit my job as a rural mail carrier. i make decent money but im beginning to hate the job. i want to get into expediting but damn this is alot of driving. im not sure i could hold up to it.

[@winners_circle]

Nice Awesome video this all new to me how does payment work is it per job

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

It’s per job but they don’t pay out right away. Usually once a week.

[@fritzregis5900]

Great vids

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Thank you Fritz!

[@waldoandersonx5031]

Nice Job. How do you get loads? Name company

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

I drive for a small mom and pop fleet owner. Just two vans. We have 3 vans signed on but that’s as much as we can take right now with one dispatcher

[@JKBowman]

Excellent driving. Great planning. You're on fire! 🔥 Way to go! 👍🏼

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Thanks brother

[@CasitaViews]

Buddy is Seattle wa hard to get out of ? If you been there

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

@@CasitaViews sorry it took so long to reply. I’ve only been there twice and I got out quick but every day is different. It’s hard to stay local so if you do otr just stay away from there til you want to go home

[@adrianreid493]

Thank you bro for your content I’m really enjoying watching it

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Thank you for watching man I’m glad you enjoy the content! If there is anything you ever wanna know feel free to drop a question in the comments any time. I’m always looking for new things to make content on

[@martinlopez-sr4tv]

Damm i was hoping for at least 1.30 mile !! hope its gotten better brotha I just started my journey

[@jpmackin]

Your load board recommendations please?

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

We use sylectus

[@jimmywood949]

I can't believe how people go buy all that old bucket stuff it's ridiculous I'm glad you and Bubbles you got your act together and didn't fall for that haha great video man keep it up

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Thanks for watching and I appreciate the comment! Happy new year!

[@danjohn6981]

Old bucket stuff? Bubbles? Didn’t fall for what? Lol

[@Champion5150]

I like the hustle champ I used to drive 18 wheelers but I quit doing that and I'm thinking of getting a finger ran and do what you do same thing as a 18 wheeler but in a smaller better version what rules and regulations do you got to stop at any scales... Can you just run or do you got to log anything

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

No scales no log book we are under 10k gvw

[@Champion5150]

You have any loads for me I'm out in Cali I am in the process of purchasing a spring event what do you recommend Dodge or Ford like your hustle champ

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

@@Champion5150 I don’t book loads for others sorry

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

@@Champion5150 I drive Mercedes so I’m impartial

[@jeanclermeusnixon4147]

I have a ? For you, I’m a fan, I’m wanna be in the game but the insurance is killing me, do you have any recommendations

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Yeah stop expediting. That industry is sucking the drivers bone dry through insurance and low rates.

[@DrewHolidayFX]

Keep up the hard work man! I hope you become own op soon these number are nuts!

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Soon! I can’t wait! Thank you for watching!

[@ric5835]

I don't know, considering the owner is paying for the Sprinter, insurance, repairs, maintenance and any other expenses other than gas and tolls.

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

@@ric5835 you don’t know what?

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

@@ric5835 he’s doing all that and still making money :)

[@josharnold7746]

@@ExpeditingAmerica hello brother. I'm from Okeechobee, Florida . I'm looking to buy a sprinter van and would love to get some insights and tips b4 I purchase. I know ur busy but I would be grateful for any help . Thanks

[@jamestreanor182]

Pretty rough split with van owner, depreciation and maintenance is probably $0.15 per mile

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

That’s why having a good accountant is important. As well as getting the most life out of your van. These diesels are said to go 1,000,000 miles. If you average $1 a mile and do 150k miles or more a year ( bustin ass) that’s not a bad living. But yes fleet owners make their money off multiple vans running. Unless they are owner operator. That’s the key

[@Doesnt_Matter949]

The big question did you get a decent load out of Cali back home.

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Depends on what you consider decent lol. I definitely didn’t sit and I think this is the trip I met my first private shipper

[@damianx0503]

I used to to work for that company silver lion Sebastian is a great person

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Ayeeeeee small world! That’s awesome and yes Sebastian was a cool cat! Thank you for watching. Crazy we are connected somehow! New episode drops tomorrow!

[@ChirrowMemories]

Which font did you use on the thumbnail cover?

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

I think it’s bangers with neon effect

[@ChirrowMemories]

@@ExpeditingAmerica Thank you very much, I'm from Brazil and I follow your channel

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

That’s what’s up I want to visit Brazil so bad

[@ChirrowMemories]

@@ExpeditingAmerica Thank you very much, you are very welcome

[@idiotu668]

You don't need a High Roof van because they could've broken that down more... it's just shelves

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

I don’t need a highroof for this load yes you’re correct. But to say a high roof isn’t an advantage is false

[@tvdereality]

Nice video bro, what's the engine capacity of that mercedes van the model and the year what about Fuel consumption how many miles do you service

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Thanks for watching. The engine is a 4cy twin turbo ifs a 2500 170” with high roof. Normal service. Oil change every 8-10k gets about 20 mpg

[@alejandrocomotto9770]

Hello. What do You think is better, diesel or gasoline? Keep otra!!

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Better? For what? They both do the same job. Ones cheaper to maintain, and one lasts longer. Not much more to say

[@jamestreanor182]

That’s a good dog

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

He is the best! Thanks man

[@jmgomez5480]

I'm doing expedite in a 06 dodge sprinter 😢

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Get it in! Be safe driver!

[@jmgomez5480]

Been out for a month 😩 but so far 9k in profit after expensive.

[@eddyperez9945]

Very good video 🙌🏼👍🏼

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Hey Eddy! Thanks man. I coulda answered your question but I made you work for it a little. Glad you enjoyed the journey!

[@eddyperez9945]

I like to see the break down numbers 👍🏼👍🏼

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

@@eddyperez9945 thanks I’m glad you do. Some people get mad at me for doing it lol there will always be someone mad about something

[@brianclark3026]

Great content

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Thank you Brian. I dropped a live tonight and have an episode dropping tomorrow (Tuesday) at 5pm est. thanks for watching

[@yooo2568]

What is the second song it’s like piano

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

I wish I could tell you. I know I got it from epidemicsounds.com

[@smoothwill]

Do a person make more money expediting for a company or going off the load board and working that way and do you need an authority like a box truck ?

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

You always make more with your own authority. IT’s preference really. I go through a carrier because after I drop off I don’t wanna bid and deal with brokers. I’d rather hang with my dog and do on hikes, go to the gym or work on KZbin videos

[@smoothwill]

@@ExpeditingAmerica ok and thanks for responding expeditiously. So I’m thinking about renting a cargo van to see if I would like it before purchasing and than possibly not liking it . Would you recommend that ?

[@williamrobinson6680]

Myself personally? Don't get sucked into the high roof scam. They are only good for the carrier/dispatcher who can't afford to lose a tall load. Or a dedicated niche driver running 60+ tall x 3 EVERYDAY. Then it's a must! And really what it's designed for. Not the driver running varying loads. Reason being; It doesn't matter what size. If your dispatcher is a rockstar, he/she is fully capable of keeping you loaded. I ran a VW GTI everything in between to a late model high roof one ton ProMaster. It's a no brainer. In my VW, dispatch simply looks for tiny parts all day. And they're out there,...all day long! Pays the same, 3lbs - VW or 3000 lbs ProMaster. $1200 the easy way or the hard way? Your choice. Save fuel, insurance, payments, time. It's all in dispatching. Or, you can listen to those "gotta have this, gotta have that "... videos and be "cool." Running around with all the empty high roofs. Looks good though!!

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Scam? Lol I love the high roof not only for cargo but for comfortability too. I’m 6’ tall and I ain’t tryin to size down… what for? I love that I don’t have to turn things down. You make it seem like it’s a bad thing to have more room. Lol I live in this thing. Most my loads are 2 pallets or less and not that tall you’re right but at least 20% of the time when I was in sticky situation and needed a load it came through for me. But hey you have your opinion and I respect it. My dispatcher is amazing and I’m doing just fine my friend. :) God bless!

[@toddhorowitz3461]

Man you have some great content! ❤

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Thank you Dan

[@jeffcarlson911]

Thanks for the content. Such a cool dog! 🐕 😎

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

He’s the best! And thanks for watching! More to come in 2023

[@jeffcarlson911]

@@ExpeditingAmerica For sure! Look forward to it.

[@theguyguy7524]

Strapping down is key

[@All8787]

I'm new to your channel but I'm on the same moves ...get that money 💰

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Hell yeah thanks for watching!!! You expedite too?

[@All8787]

@@ExpeditingAmerica no ..I got lucky in stumble across 2 good dedicated contracts that keeps me local ..dc, md, VA Delaware and PA..

[@All8787]

I just bought a box truck also ..

[@jpmackin]

Do you use a factoring company? Any recommendations please?

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Nope sorry none. I’m just a driver. No idea

[@juanw1428]

Nice video... How do you strap the freight down with no e tracks?

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

I’ve got hook rings on the side on the floor to clip them too

[@SwartwoodsReview]

Are you required to go throught weigh stations/DOT scales?

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

No I’m not. Under 10k lbs

[@smoothwill]

So you travel over the road all across the country .how many pallets does your van takes and is the height high enough for tall pallets and is the van wide enough for wide pallets ?

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Hey will! Yessir all over. I can fit pallets up to 70” high and 53” wide at most I can do 3 48x48 pallets. Thanks for watching

[@smoothwill]

@@ExpeditingAmerica that’s great ! Here’s the deal I took an early retirement from my job of 24 years and I receive a pension . I’ve been contemplating getting into this business for some time now . I thought box truck but the cost including start up cost and all the regulations made that not appealing . Than I saw sprinter vans . My question is I should I start off expediting or should I just jump right in on my own as you are now and get on load boards and get rolling . I will rent a sprinter van first just to see if I like this . What would you recommend?

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

@@smoothwill expediting is minimal sleep. But I like it better than box truck. Hard to say. I’ve only done expediting in vans

[@luistavernie]

Good job..!

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@williamrobinson6680]

Nice traveling with you. Well done. Wish I had a furry companion. I think my trips would be more enjoyable. My personal preference in expediting is cash paid for trucks. There's nothing better. Sure, there's A LOT to be said for a high end rig specifically designed for the industry. But if it isn't paid for, it changes the entire dynamic of the profession. There's nothing better in life than pocketing 100% of the rate. Then when it breaks, you've got it. No sweat. Fix it, and make it up the next week. Older paid off rigs get a bad rap for being costly and breaking down too much, Lol. My $2000, 2005 3/4 ton Express rolled almost flawlessly, nonstop, while I witnessed late models breaking all the friggin time! HUGE repair bills. A very late model Mercedes Sprinter with a $4000 repair! You work way too hard, at the 8th (1-100) most dangerous job in the world. (Cops are 20-ish in danger) Keep ALL your money. Don't become a slave to this industry. The money you're giving up is the "hazard pay" portion of the rate! And whomever ISN'T paying for their fuel portion in this industry, is getting over on us. Big time. Godspeed!

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Thank you for such an amazing insightful comment. Sorry it took so long to read and respond but wow! I wish I could by my first van outright.

[@hartbreakidj]

Hi this is dope, do we need an mc number to do this?

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Yes and no. You can always use a carriers authority

[@hartbreakidj]

@@ExpeditingAmerica thanks for the reply !

[@lunakla2222]

Do you have your own authority!? If so how do you fave ur Dot on FmCSA I live in Utah and it been hard since I been having problems with the FMCSA since I can’t put that I have a sprinter since I don’t carry more then 10k pounds and I

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

In this episode I was just a driver. I transitioned to owner operator and had my own authority but enjoy the lifestyle I had with a carrier so that’s what I do know just run under my carrier. New episode drops tonight

[@memoirsofalegend5472]

2 full day ride for me NC to California.

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Yea pretty much

[@cargokarlos3126]

I’m trying to get my channel going what app do you use for your editing .??

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

I use an app in the Apple App Store called inshot

[@toddhorowitz3461]

Is it for android?

[@cargokarlos3126]

Naw it’s all app stores

[@horasioramirez4947]

Do cargo vans drivers have to have an ELD in van?

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Nope

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Good question thanks for watching

[@nonamemane4581]

@ExpeditingAmerica so your not subject to the hours of service

[@rayshaungates3702]

Nice content and views even tho I thought the pay should’ve been more sometimes road trips can open up you’re mind to even bigger endeavors.

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

I was a driver for a fleet owner so I was paying my dues to get to where I am now. This episode is mad old. Checkout my new ones. Got one dropping today at 5pm est

[@brianclark3026]

I’m a truck driver so I’m curious when you do 1000 miles in 16 hrs do you take any rest breaks at all

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

I take breaks for bubba Joe and if I get tired I take a break but usually can do 16 hours no nap. I nap/sleep before and after usually

[@edungtran]

Since this is an interstae commercial load. Do you or the van owner file IFTA fuel tax? And how about the van license plate! Is it have to be apportioned plate?

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Check out the fmcsa website. I’m under 10k lbs in gross weight. We fly under the radar

[@edungtran]

Thanks for the replied. Yes, I understand about the under 10k# then the driver no needs to following the fmcsa safety regulations. So I guess probably the owner of the van file and paid for the fuel tax for each States that your van rolling through because the van carry the commercial pay load.

[@edungtran]

I may be wrong! will do more research about the van Apportioned license plate and IFTA license sticker for fuel tax filling.

[@edungtran]

Alright, just search and this is IFTA requirements: any vehicles >26k# regardless of number of axle. Any vehicles 3 axles or more regardless of gross weight.

[@dallatx8362]

👍 great

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Thanks Dallas

[@osmaniterry9329]

You have to get a CDL to do that?, looks great men!

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

No cdl under 10,000gvw

[@john-ug7nc]

Is your van diesel or gas? How many gal tank. How many miles per fill up?

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

This van is diesel about 22 gallons bout 450 miles

[@نَذِيْرْيُوْسُفْ-ح5ع]

I subscribed.

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Thank you

[@andrewsjimenez]

I already drove OTR but I want to switch to the van business, but I don't know how. what is your suggestion

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

It’s just like semi business you have carriers, fleet owners, and owner operators. You can drive for someone or get your own van and drive for yourself

[@andrewsjimenez]

@@ExpeditingAmerica Do you have any contact of a dispatcher, broker or owner operator who is hiring

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

If I did the list woulda been ran through by now lol people ask me 5-10 times a day 🤣😂 naw man I don’t unfortunately

[@Jame6999]

OMG, that little pay for all those miles! Dude get your own van!

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

That was kinda the point to working for a fleet owner. Learn the business save my money (cuz I’m not rich) and get my own van. Peep the new episodes.

[@vhockada]

That’s awesome, do you work for yourself?

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

I do yes sir Vance. Thanks for watching. New episode drops today at 5pm

[@partelkings8443]

Men,am eager to know whether this type of job pays well,I do love driving and keep it up men

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Pays well but you gotta hustle

[@demondmorris7308]

How did you find this load I have a family member who's trying to do van hot shot

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

My dispatcher found it using load boards. Your family member should know about them if they are looking into the industry