My van broke down… what now? | Sprinter van business | with pay & expense report

My name is Brandon. I am a sprinter van / cargo van expeditor. I drive a 2020 Mercedes Benz sprinter van 2500 170 extended with a high roof for a small mom and pop logistics company. I bring my dog Bubba Jo with me and we hit the road for 4+ weeks at a time. Everyday my dispatcher goes on load boards and bids on jobs. I’m always hauling something different for a random company to a random location that can be right down the road or clear across the United States of America! I average 3-5k miles a week and don’t need a CDL license to drive.
In todays episode we continue our week that started out in Miami florida and went to Greensboro North Carolina and on to Iowa. Today we are picking up “clove powder” at the Kraft/Heinz factory in Muscatine Iowa and hauling it to Jacksonville. Things started smooth and we even booked another load along our route. But that’s when things start getting complicated and and snow ball effect took place. First the load we picked up in Mt Juliet Tennessee going to lake butler florida ended up being the incorrect load. The broker and shipper didn’t realize til I was 55 miles away. The whole ordeal added over 3 hours to my day. Now worries though, we kept it moving down south. That is until we drop off our last load…
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[@olivierauberger]

"Those people don't pay my bills!" 😂😂😂

[@edwardlawson265]

I totally agree I been doing trucking for 20 years I have a sprinter 2500 and I ford E250 I don’t do long runs anymore I got a contract with a local printer and I do all of there work I don’t do more than 125 miles I’m located in New Jersey so I do NYC 95% of the time God Bless Keep Up The Awesome Content

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Damn that’s nice to have a local route. I hope to get there one day! Thanks for watching. Hope you enjoy season 2

[@VIBINWITHCOOP]

Do you mind explaining how you came across this contract I'm a new owner operator trying to get my dream going and of the ground.

[@theguyguy7524]

Even better watching a second time around!

[@jamesg7984]

I hit the like only, and I mean only, for Bubba Joe!

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Lol I’ll take it! Thanks for watching!

[@garyswincy2955]

Right!?!? Screw the guy talking the whole time. We came for the dog! 😂

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

@@garyswincy2955 you all are so nice! Haha but I’ll pimp out bubba jo for a 👍🤣😂🤣😂

[@jamesg7984]

@@ExpeditingAmerica Bubba Jo needs a channel lol.

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

@@jamesg7984 I’m thinking about doing one called “on the go with bubba jo” 🤣😂😂🤣

[@diogosilva3728]

Was great advice today Brandon, after talking to you im going to take my hazmat endorsement for my CDL , I hope helps getting expedite loads for a good $ per miles. I really appreciate you.

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

I think that may the best route especially if you want to stay local and make good money. Glad I could help. Keep me posted on your moves.

[@diogosilva3728]

@@ExpeditingAmerica yes sir

[@sarahtruesdale3290]

This is great!

[@sieteJaquez]

hello I want to get for that van business I want to know how to do it

[@LogisticsWorldz]

There are more loads to choose from once you get your hazmat endorsement that's for sure.

[@30jmcnamara]

So glad I found this channel! Excellent content here. Loving it!! Keep’em coming 👍

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

I’m glad you found it too lol! Hope you enjoy the channel

[@miguelrodriguez-tl5eu]

hope everything is well with your family in florida

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Yeah man thanks buddy! For the most part sarasota was just above the north eye wall. My dispatcher was in a worse area and still has no power down in Venice. I pray for the people who weren’t ready

[@LogisticsWorldz]

It's rough out there right now. I can see the rates my shippers are getting and it's rough at the moment. the cycle will eventually change and rates will go back up. Keep Hustling!!! you got a subscriber bro . respect.

[@theguyguy7524]

It’s been like this for over a year now since before covid

[@cicero5451]

We 😊Really appreciate 🙏 your channel

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

I really appreciate you! Thanks for watching and chiming in

[@mikecook5749]

I always look forward to your content.

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Thank you Mr Cook!

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

I appreciate you taking your time out of your day to do so

[@EverythingApax]

Great video as always. Be safe, driver.

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

You too brother thanks allen

[@HarryF86]

The GOATS hang together! Love it! @everythingapax just found your channel last week

[@EverythingApax]

@@HarryF86 thank you! 🤜🏼🤛🏼

[@marksmith9610]

Lake Butler is about a hour from Jacksonville

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

I gotta stop there and check it out. I just got an inflatable kayak

[@rajuvirdi8029]

Hurry up and wait ✋️

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Ain’t that the truth!

[@kingofkings5175]

Waiting for another dope vid ✌

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Thanks fam! Appreciate you

[@kingofkings5175]

No pro bro just stay positive and forget about the haters and ull get their keep grinding and stay safe out there ✌

[@bartel-shop]

amazing

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Thank you B!

[@marksmith9610]

I have lived in Lake Butler for 3 years dinner music Jacksonville😊

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Sounds like a cool place. I have never stopped there

[@JJDrives]

Poor Bubba and that fly. I had a Tennessee stink bug ride with me for days. He'd show up and I'd try to get him out the window, he would fly back in and hide. I finally got him out the window in California.

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Man that sounds like a horrible experience. Bugs freak me out cuz they just invade your space without asking. Bubba hates flies. The cold weather has kept them at bay lol

[@ericv.8496]

NICE!!

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Thanks for watching man. I’ll peep the podcast tonight

[@michelepeterson5874]

I love watching you and Bubba!!! I am just getting started....how do you get paid? Do you give out your routing # and account # ? I am finishing up getting my etracks set up

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Wow I’m super late. Are you on the road now? Yes I gave them my account info I get wired the money every friday

[@Jon_Waz]

Nice content...new to your channel. I noticed a rear view mirror that shows video of what's in front of you (or at least that's what it seemed to show). What camera/mirror is that, please? Also, what kind of mpg do you get, and what van, if you don't mind sharing? Give Bubba a belly rub for me. Thx.

[@ginopenaloza6530]

😊

[@joefro9473]

Is your company hiring drivers?

[@paulutd69]

That ended up being a decent week for you...$1947 --- but ya put in the miles and time. Sorry to see the mechanical issue... alternator not really a big deal--- just a bit of a bug-a-boo!!!

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Yeah great week. Best in about 6 weeks. Thanks for watching the video in its entirety. But you’re right! Nbd

[@robertwillis5349]

I have a quick question when you say the owner is going to pay for the repairs what do you mean by that

[@natethegreat3124]

Like 👌 👍

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Aye I appreciate it fam! Always helping the channel out!

[@bowhuntingjunky]

Hey Brandon, really enjoy you and Bubba's video's. I was wondering if the company or person who you lease you're van with, happen to have a van ready for a driver?

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Hey Dan thanks for watching! Unfortunately they don’t. If we did we would have a long list of people due to everyone asking. 🤣😂 I got really lucky answering a job ad on fb when they had job postings. This is a highly desired position.

[@bowhuntingjunky]

@@ExpeditingAmerica yeah, I figured but it was worth asking. Thanks for the quick response and looking forward to the next video. Be safe

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

@@bowhuntingjunky thanks man! If anything ever does pop up I’ll def make a post or put it in a video. The goal is to expand and grow so things may change in 2023

[@petercito900]

Hey hello, I like you videos . I have a question . How much is the insolation approximately?

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Not sure… I’ve seen it done many different ways. Could be a few hundred could be a couple thousand

[@beezytalkingshit9319]

The sky is blue :)

[@sidneyholt2512]

How do you get into what you do as far as prep work. Certificates , licenses and how did you hook up with the dispatcher and Van own

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Most info can be found on fmcsa website. I found it on fb job listings when they had them. I got lucky. Sorry it took so long to respond

[@beezytalkingshit9319]

Atleast the van shut down after you delivered the boxes. Your oil change is only $29 at Walmart or just the oil filters is $29? I know eagle express says he changes his own oil. To save money that's probably would I end up doing once I get a van.

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

The service is $29 the filters usually 9 bucks or so.

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Yeah it’s not too hard to do and I could do it but I don’t get paid extra for it so I let them do it lol

[@beezytalkingshit9319]

@@ExpeditingAmerica Wow the whole service is $29 that's cheap for an oil change. Gotta love Walmart lol So how long are we lookin at for you to get your own van? I can't wait for you to get your own shit. You goin to show people they can start off a driver and then work your way up to having your own shit.

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

@@beezytalkingshit9319 yeah man that’s the goal. I know this isn’t for everyone but it is for some people who have no idea about the industry and opportunity out here. I’m not gonna be driving 70-80hrs a week forever. It’s just what I gotta do to get to where I wanna be. You know what’s up man and I appreciate you always supporting not only my channel but all the other drivers with channels. You show love and always have great questions

[@beezytalkingshit9319]

@@ExpeditingAmerica 🤟🏿You’ll be there soon. Hard work and being consistent always pay off. You ambitious so I know you want stop until you get what you want. Can I make a request? More of your music on some of the videos. Be safe and I’ll see you on the next video.

[@rommelbabu6171]

Great info. Got a question- I am an owner of 2 sprinter vans- planning to get a driver for one of my vans- was wondering what the legal requirements as an owner to get a driver for my van

[@joefro9473]

I'm available to drive one if you are still looking, thank you

[@jamelbrown4472]

What’s the best company to get on with if you have your own? Do you have your own seniority?

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Seniority? The best company is probably determined by the person. Most people try a few different carriers before they find one they mesh with

[@yousuck5314]

Dang 1g to fix the van..😢

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Yeah not my $1g tho thank God

[@yousuck5314]

Is Michigan a good spot for loads from your experience? Looking to go OTR soon

[@peechi_yamma]

Struggling to get started

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

It’s not an easy game to jump into. Most people try multiple carriers before finding one they like. Best of luck to you

[@DMALLARD100]

Hey bro do you rent or lease your van? Should I buy? what about break downs on the road with sprinter vans?

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

I own my van but I worked for a fleet owner previously. What about break downs? Call a tow truck I assume…Peep my videos. I tell my whole story! Thanks for watching.

[@DTHRILLS.DANIEL.THRILLRIDETV]

No one ever told me was wondering if you know how much a driver should get for a double load ?

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Please explain

[@DTHRILLS.DANIEL.THRILLRIDETV]

@@ExpeditingAmerica someone answered it for me but two separate loads by two different brokers which I was told is kind of shady business but the people I'm working for wanted to pay me less they didn't want to pay me for each load just add a little extra on which is not fair to me my time that I drive and I'm a great driver I'm driving right

[@mikecod32]

DOES YOUR DISPATCHER WORK WITH OTHER CARGO VANS SHE SEEMS REALLY GOOD AT WHAT SHE DOES INTRESTED IN HER SERVICES

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

She is really good but we can’t take on any more vans at the moment

[@jaimirporter3959]

Were can someone find a company like yours that provides a van

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Indeed or other job sites searching non cdl driver or cargo van or sprinter van driver needed. It requires you to be away from home 3 weeks at a time in most cases good luck

[@baycityfreight]

Expediters Online website.

[@randallalderman2260]

Can you turn down runs? For instance in the northeast during winter/snow season

[@letsgetpsyched9986]

Good day to you! Is your van gas or diesel?

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Diesel

[@adamb5404]

So how much will you make for the year?

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

I grossed $88k but I drove 130k miles in 12 months lol

[@edwardlawson265]

Do you think of owning your own van one day and making 100% profit not having to give someone else 35%

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Of course but I had to get in the game somehow and pay my dues. That’s the goal to be my own boss

[@swinvesting6071]

I honestly wanna get into this. I'm currently doing order selector work and in a warehouse making pretty decent money but you gotta hustle/run for it. Is Cargo Van Work the same type of grind and pay better, or is it less with alot of grind? I make a little over 65k.

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

It’s a grind as a driver and a grind if you want it to be as an owner operator. For me to make good money as a driver I gotta do 60-80hrs a week. This business also isn’t consistent. I only recommend this for people who wanna see the country and get paid for it but lots of downsides.

[@swinvesting6071]

@@ExpeditingAmerica appreciate the feedback man. 🙏🏾

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

@@swinvesting6071 no problem thanks for watching and I hope you enjoy season 2.

[@swinvesting6071]

@@ExpeditingAmerica tuned in for sure. One more question, can you make $800-$1000 net doing this weekly? I know there are downsides but I can say that about warehouse work too or any job lol.

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

@@swinvesting6071 well at most jobs they have clean toilets available not buckets for when you’re in remote places or late at night, most jobs also allow you to sleep more than 3-4 hours a night, most jobs allow you to have home cooked meals, most jobs aren’t a mental game, most jobs don’t seclude you from people for weeks at a time, most jobs you’re guaranteed to make a certain amount every week, this is far from most jobs. The turnover rate is extremely high. Can you make that much? Yes but you can also make $2000 one week then 300 the next then 500 the next then 0 the next. Just being honest

[@jamestreanor182]

BubbaJoe

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

The one and only!!! Thanks for watching and interacting with the videos brother!! Much appreciated

[@camrodger8638]

Lot Lizard = Commercial Beaver

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

🤣😂🤣😂

[@jmgomez5480]

hey, what is your mileage rate ?

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Different every trip. Check out my videos. New one drops today. I average $1 a mile tho

[@junpas5827]

Hi Brandon,My name is Jun, a filipino national,iam currently working in middle east and iam retiring next year and iam going straight to the US to join my children which is also working there,iam following a couple of your videos and find interest in your business,what advise can you give me if i open a business like yours,iam having a saving here to buy a sprinter van,iam also a hardworker like you willing to do manual handling things whic i use to do in my craft as a technician,need your honest advise,thank you

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Best advice is just do your research. Everyone has different expenses and ways to work the van business. You will probably learn your way as you go like most people. You’re going to hit more snags than smooth spots starting. Best of luck

[@junpas5827]

@@ExpeditingAmerica Thanks a lot Brandon for your honest advise,i saw a lot of videos but i find honesty in yours,however your right,experience is the best teacher,important i think the patience,perserverance and determination is the key,once again thank you,More blessings in your endeavour.

[@jimmywood949]

We cannot hear you when you are talking and driving

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Working on that sir thank you for letting me know and for watching

[@beezytalkingshit9319]

That $150 they giving you go towards you or you split that 65/35 also?

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

I split that but the 75 driver assist I get all of.

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Good question beezy

[@beezytalkingshit9319]

@@ExpeditingAmerica Oh ok good! That's waz sup!

[@wynnloftis365]

Is $2.75 per mile a good rate?

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

For a van? That would be amazing! Box truck average. Semi truck horrible

[@safebirdexpress7563]

I thought oil changes on those was every 20,000 mi?

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Nooo wayyyyy idk how that would make sense since you run it harder than most cars. They say 3-5k for conventional oil 7-10k with synthetic. Google it 🤷‍♂️

[@safebirdexpress7563]

@@ExpeditingAmerica I have and keep seeing conflicting information. I seen 7,000, 10,000, and 20,000. I ended up calling a Mercedes-Benz shop and they said 20,000 so I'm confused but I'm wondering because I am thinking about getting this 2019 Mercedes Sprinter 2500

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

@@safebirdexpress7563 depends on the model maybe. Some are gas some are diesel. Also sometimes people don’t know what the hell they are talking about so get a second or third opinion.

[@safebirdexpress7563]

@@ExpeditingAmerica oh so true! Keep trucking!!! Also, where do y'all order oil and filters from in advance that Walmart service is a lick!

[@danielq9755]

Have you gotten any insurance quotes for when you get your van? I just got a quote on a van im wanting to buy it's like $1800down and 740 a month one million liability and $100,000 cargo 😳

[@natethegreat3124]

740 it's amazing, I'm from NY CHECK HOW MYCH HERE LOL u will get new couple white 😄 hair...

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

That’s a steal man. That’s the rate I’m trying to get. I got quoted anywhere from 24k-40k a year smh

[@danielq9755]

@@natethegreat3124 😂😂😂👍👍 thanks

[@danielq9755]

@@ExpeditingAmerica ok thanks 👍👍 i just wanted to make sure it wasn't too high

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

@@danielq9755 no not at all it’s a great deal! I’m jealous! What state are you based out of?

[@ShortyComps]

Who is your dispatch?

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

It’s a small company called mkd speed. We just have one dispatcher.

[@jmgomez5480]

also is your van gas or diesel ?

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Gas

[@jmgomez5480]

Diesel it better more efficient.

[@sarahtruesdale3290]

Do you ever get lonely?

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Yes at times but I have my dog with me every day so I have it a lot easier than most people

[@deweybooks9745]

So if I play this 100x you'll be monetized?? Lol

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Yessir probably before 100x lol actually I think KZbin limits the views of repeated by same user. I’m not sure

[@yosefelbeybey7964]

Wow...... And only $1 a mile.....

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Yep that’s it….

[@1038102]

Your making about 50. Cents a mile ? Take home

[@1038102]

Just stay on the grind I honestly don’t know what personal bills you have but just stack up to 30% of a down payment for a van or so depending if you have credit I heard it’s a bit pricey getting your own insurance but depending your state … and just run your own MC book your own loads to max profit… it’s not bad what your taking home but you can take more if you was the owner…

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Checkout my new episodes brother. I got me a van kzbin.info/www/bejne/gZeWfIebn7mBo9U