Hi Tim. Word of advice. As a trucker myself I do not use my phone. Because if you get DOT you're giving the officer the right to look through your phone. Start using a tablet and that way you can give them the tablet not your phone. Be safe and God bless.
@HotshotMacc3 жыл бұрын
That’s a good point and I do have my tablet but don’t use it.I need to get in the habit of using it. Thanks for the advice.
@tattedtabletennisplayer2 жыл бұрын
Good advice. Thanks for that tidbit.
@MichaelBelenski Жыл бұрын
I use motive, and there's a code that you can put in your phone, so when the DOT has your phone, he can only look at your logs only.
@mrrr407 Жыл бұрын
Love the advice
@jarellesmith4285 Жыл бұрын
@@MichaelBelenskihow do you do that
@josuagaro63623 жыл бұрын
Bruhhhh the more videos you record the better you get, even a non English speaker can understand the way you explain everything, much appreciation man.
@HotshotMacc3 жыл бұрын
Man thanks! I appreciated, I try my best !
@carlosjavierrodriguezvelez31893 жыл бұрын
Agree 100%
@Sam-hf8nq2 жыл бұрын
Great video. You mentioned you can pickup paper log forms at most truck rest stops. Note if you have to use an ELD, the DOT requires you to carry in your vehicle 8 days worth of blank RODS paper forms, an ELD user manual, instructions on how to transfer data during roadside inspection, and ELD malfunction instructions.
@HotshotMacc2 жыл бұрын
Yes sr. Got all that on deck !!!! Appreciated the info
@DrSamBeckett3 жыл бұрын
As always, appreciate the knowledge bro! It's honestly so good to see you out there being successful! 💪💪
@HotshotMacc3 жыл бұрын
Thanks bro! I try to do the best I can!🙏🏽
@dee-rh8of3 жыл бұрын
@@HotshotMacc so your load time take away for your drive time
@dee-rh8of3 жыл бұрын
@@HotshotMacc where did you get you trailer from
@piranhamovingcompanyllc28153 жыл бұрын
I’m a US ARMY Veteran & I GREATLY APPRECIATE this!!
@setexasmovingservices6866 Жыл бұрын
@@piranhamovingcompanyllc2815 are you a certified veteran owned small business with the SBA ? I’m looking to team with a veteran owned business on government contracts.
@bartman88763 жыл бұрын
Just did my d.o.t. today now it's next step on list.
@HotshotMacc3 жыл бұрын
Thanks what’s up! Good luck bro
@DZMACS2 жыл бұрын
Be careful using PC! Just got popped for it in Missouri. Guy was nice enough to let me slide, but you cannot use PC if you are out of time to find a location to park for the night. According to DOT you would be falsifying your logs. Even if you are on a reset and you wanted to move your vehicle to a different spot or even get fuel. You would be in violation, which is ridiculous. Now of course this is subjective, but you get the wrong DOT officer he’s gonna get ya. Btw, saw you last week on the road Mac! Keep killin it man. Love the vids.
@adamwubben6076 Жыл бұрын
PC is used for personal use (going to walmart on the weekend) the term youre looking for is "Safe Haven" when unexpected delays happen it allows you extra drive time in order to find a safe place to park
@miguelarellano28013 жыл бұрын
Im currently making $850 a week after taxes on a 40 hrs. I have been use to making almost twice as that with over time. But the problem is that it has been slow for the las 6 months. If I get hire on with someone is it possible to average $1300-1800 after all my deductions? Because I called the company’s you work for and some others and all they say is $2500-3000 take home free and if wee do all the deductions like you do that leaves me with a average of $1,150 a week. I just want to make sure that they pay would be worth it for being on the road at least $1,300 minimum weekly. Thank you brother , love your videos and the way you explain you got me engaged and wanting to give it a try keep up the good work.
@HotshotMacc2 жыл бұрын
Thank you bro and sorry for the delay. It really depends on you and how much you decide to work. You can take home anywhere from $1500 to 3k doing non cdl it just depends on you expenses. If you can keep cost down then you will see more of the money. But it definitely has good potential.
@Mike-lt2bh3 жыл бұрын
yes please do a pre trip video!
@HotshotMacc3 жыл бұрын
On the list!🙏🏽
@carlosjavierrodriguezvelez31893 жыл бұрын
Great video as always Mr Tim. Super thankful
@HotshotMacc3 жыл бұрын
Thanks oh for following the journey Carlos!
@jasonbutler6153 жыл бұрын
Had tickets to stadium tour for Motley and Def in 2020. Hopefully we will be able to see them in 2022. Love the shirt.
@inkedeggroll93673 жыл бұрын
This helped me a lot Thankyou. Keep that content going man 👊🏻👊🏻
@HotshotMacc3 жыл бұрын
You welcome 🙏🏽
@RamonGarcia-ix2zc3 жыл бұрын
Great vids, I stumbled upon 1 of ur videos not knowing wht hotshot is. U have inspired me to lose the fear & start something for myself. I'm from HOU but I now live 2 hrs south of. I have so many questions. But I'll ask 1. Leasing on I've heard so many things bout company's not getting good loads or not delivering wht they say. Which company did u lease on too? I seen ur video on how to lease on but I dnt think u mentioned who.
@garrieparsons22653 жыл бұрын
Doesn’t seem to answer any questions relative to videos like mine and yours maybe just ones giving pat on the back ? I’m not sure 🤔
@RamonGarcia-ix2zc3 жыл бұрын
@@garrieparsons2265 seems like it. Kinda sux cause he makes good videos & I'm close to HTX & wanted to get sum info close to the area.... I also follow JBTRUCK'N he also makes good videos & he will try his best to answer all the questions n comments. He has responded to every1 of my comments.
@garrieparsons22653 жыл бұрын
@@RamonGarcia-ix2zc this guy says how much it costs to set up and how much you can earn leased on with this company then doesn’t say who 🤔 so you can check ok he’s legit
@HotshotMacc2 жыл бұрын
I try my best to get to my comments. Ive been very busy trying to provide info and entertainment thru my channel all while being on the road and making a living for my family. Sorry for the delayed response but to answer your question, I was with hotshot107 and I mentioned many times in my videos. You just have to ask questions about the company you are thinking of leasing on to. Just don’t accept the cheap loads they may try to give you. But leasing on is a good way to start and get your feet wet while getting the experience.
@vietdmax6.6 Жыл бұрын
I just had to watch an old video and support 👍
@HotshotMacc Жыл бұрын
Man I appreciate that love bro frfr 🫡💯
@vietdmax6.6 Жыл бұрын
@@HotshotMacc no sweat bro I get on as much as I can. Been tough on the road as you know it.
@htcguy12193 жыл бұрын
🔥🔥🔥 Great video!! Great explanation!! Keep em coming!! Be safe out there!
@HotshotMacc3 жыл бұрын
Thank you brother! 🔥🔥🔥
@jamesmacdonald79833 жыл бұрын
Great video ,I think the hotshot pre trip is an excellent idea
@BlackBeard_ET3 жыл бұрын
You’re the Man!!!!
@HotshotMacc3 жыл бұрын
🙏🏽
@Miccheck----nv6yr3 жыл бұрын
VERY informative!!! GREAT vid!!!!
@HotshotMacc3 жыл бұрын
Thanks 🙏🏽
@JCKDTV3 жыл бұрын
🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 bro!! Great knowledge
@HotshotMacc3 жыл бұрын
🙏🏽🔥thanks
@skeeterkringleson45063 жыл бұрын
Good information. Thanks man. Drive safe. See ya out there.
@HotshotMacc3 жыл бұрын
Thanks bro!
@DirtybirdyredE303 жыл бұрын
Given the people what they want and need!!!!!!
@HotshotMacc3 жыл бұрын
I do my best! Thanks bro
@alicelleleon61712 жыл бұрын
My husband and I just started on the road have so many questions about when to change status on the ELD we use the pick up to get to and from where our trailer is parked what status do we use to get to and from the trailer ?
@HotshotMacc2 жыл бұрын
Definitely change status to off duty/personal conveyance to get to and from your trailer. You can also use the not off drop yard move or something like that.
@THSGUY Жыл бұрын
Tim , I too, use to "pee in a bottle" ( while driving ) - trust me, doing this WILL NOT make you rich, stop, stretch your legs and walk & hit a restroom, a rest area, a truckstop or a safe place to stop. About the noting the tasks..... on duty is on duty ( other than noting the V.I. ) working is working - it doesn't matter. Now we DO need to note when we are being given a D.O.T. inspection. Legally you can start your day by 15 minutes COMBINING fueling & a V.I. 15 mins loading, 11 hrs driving 15 mins unloading and a V.R. Long as we don't break the 11 hrs driving 10 hrs break the 30 minute's break @ 8 hrs. While staying under 14 hrs We are safe. We can run paper logs if we have a 1999 or older truck.
@bradfordlegacylogistics79322 жыл бұрын
Good stuff bro! I needed this
@HotshotMacc2 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful brotha!
@xavidherrera96763 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot Tim!!!!!!!!!!
@HotshotMacc3 жыл бұрын
You welcome bro!
@justinelkins57193 жыл бұрын
Love the Def Leppard shirt!! Lol!!
@Livingontheroad7772 жыл бұрын
Awesome bro thanks for the info very helpful 👍🏽
@HotshotMacc2 жыл бұрын
Appreciate that
@jimmiewilson3788 Жыл бұрын
Thank Tim
@HotshotMacc Жыл бұрын
Your welcome!
@darielmcgrue31183 жыл бұрын
Great explanation bro
@HotshotMacc3 жыл бұрын
Glad I could help!
@alicelleleon61712 жыл бұрын
We have so many questions !!!
@HotshotMacc2 жыл бұрын
A lot of the questions could be answer by watching a lot of my videos, however I also offer consultations. You could the link in my bio.
@briancoffey68143 жыл бұрын
You will build a system where every load you will be able to plan your stops, know what time is best to hit each city, and where the cheap fuel is on that route. TIME IS MONEY. Be safe see you out there
@HotshotMacc3 жыл бұрын
Easier said than done. Not everyday works as plan! But that’s facts time is money 💰
@housseinal-eidan4823 жыл бұрын
Excellent video brother 👍
@HotshotMacc3 жыл бұрын
Thanks bro!
@SanMario952 жыл бұрын
So as soon as you wake up, do you get ready real quick and then get back to driving? Or do you follow a schedule, like you try to be on the road by 9am for example, and if you wake up at 6am then you just kill 3hrs until 9am?
@SanMario952 жыл бұрын
I guess it may depend if you have to have 10hours of rest time so then maybe you woke up too early one day and couldn’t fall back asleep, you might have to just wait?
@BeenScratching3 жыл бұрын
Great video!
@HotshotMacc3 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@changenow98183 жыл бұрын
Nice video Tim.
@HotshotMacc3 жыл бұрын
Thank!
@corkyhoffstetter43893 жыл бұрын
Great video sir
@HotshotMacc3 жыл бұрын
Thanks brotha!
@stevechilders15752 жыл бұрын
Can you explain new authority, own authority and leased on. It’s a bit confusing to me. It seems like if you are new you have to be leased on through someone? If so does this change after a set time of running under them?
@EduardoHernandez-es8zt7 ай бұрын
what ELD device are you using ?
@HotshotMaccАй бұрын
MOTIVE CURRENTLY
@carlosandresduque2 жыл бұрын
Hi Kim. Tks for the video. Which FUEL card do you use for the discount?
@HotshotMacc2 жыл бұрын
Hey bro, I’m using the RTS fuel card. I have a link in the description if you wanna look into it
@mustangsofhouston3 жыл бұрын
yessir notifications squad💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻
@HotshotMacc3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the support🙏🏽
@JoseSilva-nu9mv3 жыл бұрын
Question? Do you make more money staying out a month at a time or can you come home every week and still make money? Appreciate you. I follow you on Tiktok and KZbin
@HotshotMacc3 жыл бұрын
I make more staying out vs coming home every week. Appreciate the love and support bro 💪🏽💯
@triodreampropertiesllc630 Жыл бұрын
Explain the hours of off duty/sleeper birth
@HotshotMacc Жыл бұрын
We don’t do sleeper birth in hotshot
@DaydreamAboutNiceThings3 жыл бұрын
Great video
@HotshotMacc3 жыл бұрын
🙏🏽
@HotshotMacc3 жыл бұрын
🙏🏽
@bptrader18093 жыл бұрын
Tim thank you for the video. ? Once you finish with your shift so it’s 8hrs in between before you can start the next shift correct?
@HotshotMacc3 жыл бұрын
Most definitely. Once your finished with the shift you have to do a 10hrs reset. 8hrs is just in between breaks.
@clayusmcvet22423 жыл бұрын
How did you learn how to back up with your trailer, that's my biggest worry?
@HotshotMacc3 жыл бұрын
Practice! Over time with repetition it gets easier. Trial and error and just take your time. Don’t let anyone make you feel intimidated.
@garrieparsons22653 жыл бұрын
Who are you leasing on with? I might have $15k to get started I’ve been thinking of doing this for some time .. who would you contact to chat to get started ? Thanks
@garrieparsons22653 жыл бұрын
No reply to my question?????
@kortney23marbury3 жыл бұрын
If you’re watching his content you can see the company in the back window.
@HotshotMacc2 жыл бұрын
I’m was with hotshot107. It’s almost impossible to reply to everyone’s questions. I don’t do KZbin as a full-time job bro
@richardledet99352 жыл бұрын
What is the best ELD device to purchase
@dezmenchristian98892 жыл бұрын
How does it work when you have to use the bathroom?
@AlbertoGonzalez-tc2ju2 жыл бұрын
Who do you use as ELD love the new truck
@HotshotMacc2 жыл бұрын
Right now I use KeepTruckin but in this video I was using Samsara
@AlbertoGonzalez-tc2ju2 жыл бұрын
@@HotshotMacc I more question who would you prefer? Thx migo
@jcowan93503 жыл бұрын
Hey Tim do you run a CB in your truck ?
@HotshotMacc2 жыл бұрын
I have a handheld but need to get a better one.
@hunter.b41973 жыл бұрын
How many miles you got on your truck?
@HotshotMacc3 жыл бұрын
61K
@lesliemaness9993 жыл бұрын
Great video. Keep them wheels rolling. Not making any money sitting still.
@HotshotMacc3 жыл бұрын
That’s right !
@Tarzanboy_reloaded5 ай бұрын
I don’t have the personal conveyance option on my app
@HotshotMacc4 ай бұрын
Never heard of an eld without the PC option. Maybe give them a call to see why
@patbats33563 жыл бұрын
Boi u game!!!!
@HotshotMacc3 жыл бұрын
Appreciate it bro 💯
@bridgetthomas2037 Жыл бұрын
Tim can you advise if a medical card is needed for non cdl hotshot?
@HotshotMacc Жыл бұрын
Hey yes a DOT medical card is needed for anyone operating a commercial vehicle. But don’t just go by what I say but also check the FMCSA website and research requirements.
@MichaelBelenski Жыл бұрын
Is that 15 minutes for the truck and the trailer, When I do a pre trip or post trip, I do 15 minutes for each vehicle
@HotshotMacc Жыл бұрын
I suggest it for both. But it’s at your discretion. It depends on how thorough you want to get but 30 minutes would be eating into my shift.
@camrynmercer73713 жыл бұрын
🔥
@drooble52142 жыл бұрын
Can you show a full week of ur ELD on a slide show?
@davegalassi25523 жыл бұрын
Tim ...how long are you straps on you winches ?
@HotshotMacc2 жыл бұрын
They are 30ft. Sorry for the delay
@DTeesClothing3 жыл бұрын
When you say your on the road for 4 months do you go home for the 34 hour reset.. or you reset at a hotel.. ??? 4 month is a long time on the road..
@HotshotMacc3 жыл бұрын
I haven’t been on the road for 4 months straight... lol 4 weeks maybe but depending on where I want to be I sometimes do my 34hr at home.
@ansonbrown20723 жыл бұрын
What eld you use? Do you still have to go through weigh stations if you’re off duty and no load?
@HotshotMacc3 жыл бұрын
I go through every weigh stations. DOT does not know I am OFF duty.
@jefflouvier91162 жыл бұрын
Why are the loads you get, are mostly tarped?
@docfmf84042 жыл бұрын
Looking at getting into trucking and this is hella confusing. When you said it's supposed to pick it up (driving), did you mean it's being tracked by gps of some sort?
@HotshotMacc2 жыл бұрын
It’s connected to the truck so it knows when the goes into drive and then puts the ELD in driving status.
@WifiLunchmoney3 жыл бұрын
Can you still use the truck for personal use ? Or once it’s label as hotshot it’s only for work use ?
@HotshotMacc3 жыл бұрын
You can use it for personal use, depending on the commercial insurance and if you add the coverage
@hotshottocoolu27942 жыл бұрын
Hi my name is Prentiss I was curious about your your login time on your phone would that be considered your electronic login book or is that a separate device how to appreciate if you can let me know about it as soon as you get opportunity and I'm looking forward to seeing the video on the pre-trip I think that's very important for new drivers I hope I get an opportunity to reach out to you when I get started
@fernandobonilla14442 жыл бұрын
If you're driving home with no load could that be called personal convenience time¿
@HotshotMacc2 жыл бұрын
Technically No.
@josecamacho82343 жыл бұрын
Another question what hitch you running ?
@HotshotMacc3 жыл бұрын
B&W turnover ball hitch
@josecamacho82343 жыл бұрын
@@HotshotMacc cool bro and the pj trailer where are some in stock and which one did you get i would like to get a 30+5
@John1007_3 жыл бұрын
🐐💯
@HotshotMacc3 жыл бұрын
🙏🏽
@traceywilliams58722 жыл бұрын
Hey this is Tracey Williams I'm new to hotshot with my own authority. I do a 30 min pre-trip. Is 15 min all I really need?
@HotshotMacc2 жыл бұрын
I’m so late but yes 15 is all you need
@16ValveVtec3 жыл бұрын
is the ELD part of the company's policy or is its required for all trucking companies with MCs #, basically what im asking is if I get my own mc # and insurance and start my own business am I responsible for an ELD?
@chrisluellen3 жыл бұрын
You have to use ELD for any vehicle with an engine that is 2000 or newer if you're driving a commercial vehicle. You can only use paper logs when your ELD quits working and then you have to get it repaired/replaced within a certain time frame. www.autoaccident.com/electronic-logging-devices-mandatory.html
@16ValveVtec3 жыл бұрын
@@chrisluellen thanks for trying to answer the question but within the first paragraph of the link it says “ The new ELD rule is a requirement from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) of the US Department of Transportation for all commercially licensed drivers required to prepare HOS records of duty status (RODS).” I wouldn’t be commercially licensed if I’m non cdl
@HotshotMacc2 жыл бұрын
Yes all commercial vehicles manufactured after a certain year must have an ELD
@davegalassi25523 жыл бұрын
how long are your straps on your winches ?
@HotshotMacc3 жыл бұрын
30ft
@swaveybab3y2 жыл бұрын
What eld you running?
@HotshotMacc2 жыл бұрын
Currently: "Motive" on this video Samsara
@nthewind0813 жыл бұрын
PC is not for that bro. According to the fmcsa unless it bad weather is the only time you can run over your HOS and it 2hrs..
@HotshotMacc3 жыл бұрын
Glad you did your homework and didn’t just listen to some random guy on KZbin 😁
@norbertoalvarado2 жыл бұрын
I just want to know what app your using
@HotshotMacc2 жыл бұрын
This was Samsara
@Mrmfmonroe3 жыл бұрын
Man I can't find any 32 ft trailers. What do you or the community think about a 25 ft trailer?
@htcguy12193 жыл бұрын
Trailers are in high demand right now, new builds taking 3-6 months. I suggest 30 or 40 preferably 40. Order one, buy used and run until the new one is made then sell the used. Good luck.
@HotshotMacc3 жыл бұрын
You either will have to patience or work with have you have access too. Personally I wouldn’t do anything less than 30ft.
@Duckbutter933 жыл бұрын
Any requirements with a paper log or does any generic log work?
@chrisluellen3 жыл бұрын
You have to use an electronic logging device for any commercial vehicle manufactured after 2000.. unless it has an engine that was manufactured before 2000. www.autoaccident.com/electronic-logging-devices-mandatory.html
@Duckbutter933 жыл бұрын
@@chrisluellen yes, im pre 2000
@briantorres16123 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this video, I just hit the road last week and will definitely be making some changes to how I'm keeping my logs. Do you have to go in a sign off on the days you don't run as well?
@HotshotMacc3 жыл бұрын
Glad I could help! Yes, I log out of the app. But when I get back on I just log all my drive time as personal conveyance
@christionmoreland9253 жыл бұрын
How do you find companies to lease off of ?
@HotshotMacc3 жыл бұрын
Online indeed.com
@ScoopdyWhoop3 жыл бұрын
Have you actually ever listened to def leppard? Or you tryna make a fasion statement?
@HotshotMacc3 жыл бұрын
Lol does it matter? Its a shirt 🤦🏽♂️
@rthinds Жыл бұрын
Looks like there's a legal way to avoid the 34hr reset - which involves waiting until Day 9 then reclaiming the hours from Day 1 (since that was over 8 days ago - for a 70/8 cycle). She explains it at about 6:00 into the video kzbin.info/www/bejne/rpu0noaDq6eajJo
@HotshotMacc Жыл бұрын
I think for my health, I’ll stick to the 34hr reset lol but thanks for the info for anyone that may want to go that route 🫡💯
@rthinds Жыл бұрын
@@HotshotMacc I am so jealous of people like you - out there actually DOING stuff. I've been driving a desk for the last 30 years as a software developer making sure your bank account balance on the web is the same everyday no matter what happens. Can you say "YAWN"?? Bought a diesel dually and am considering a wild career change - and found your channel. I love watching you! You have enough knowledge and experience to start your own "Hotshot Driving School". Hell, I'd pay a thousand or so to attend! Keep up the good work. You and Mila are fun and educational to watch!!!
@josecamacho82343 жыл бұрын
Say you have 2 drivers in one truck can you drive 22 hours ?
@HotshotMacc3 жыл бұрын
Must have two ELD’s for Team driving
@josecamacho82343 жыл бұрын
@@HotshotMacc thanks for the reply And information bro - Fort myers Florida
@woody112288d3 жыл бұрын
What company you work for
@HotshotMacc2 жыл бұрын
I was with hotshot107
@johndoe-im9fr3 жыл бұрын
any other occupation you can work up to 112 hours per 7 day week. why is it capped at 70... that's not even long.
@HotshotMacc3 жыл бұрын
It’s a federal restriction. Driving it’s a dangerous job, specially when you don’t have adequate sleep. It’s a way to control owner operators from fatigued
@bartman88763 жыл бұрын
Yea that is however many pounds and momentum running at 70 mph that's gonna hurt if a driver nodes off.
@HotshotMacc3 жыл бұрын
@@bartman8876 facts!
@CJOTF Жыл бұрын
I run my truck on recap 💰💰💰
@Drumpower3243 жыл бұрын
How long is your truck bed
@HotshotMacc3 жыл бұрын
Hey bro I did a video about my truck but my bed is 6’4 kzbin.info/www/bejne/hHbbqHicodF4gdk
@DNG19663 жыл бұрын
Go with split sleeper more miles more money
@HotshotMacc3 жыл бұрын
🤔
@daniel-qi1cy3 жыл бұрын
Have you had experience of driving truck before you started your own hotshot?
@HotshotMacc3 жыл бұрын
Yes, but not with freight.
@jimmyjabb61013 жыл бұрын
Bro I hit you up on instagram so check it out
@HotshotMacc3 жыл бұрын
Send me an email.. I have a lot of DMs.
@jimmyjabb61013 жыл бұрын
My instagram name is busterazzniggaz
@jimmyjabb61013 жыл бұрын
Crodriguez81@yahoo.com
@donttruckhere Жыл бұрын
You aint no truck driver boy you in a pick up
@HotshotMacc Жыл бұрын
Yeah a pick up “truck” stfu y’all so ignorant. It’s just not a semi “truck” get over it 🤣
@jamesscruggs45573 ай бұрын
Wrong on so many levels
@HotshotMacc3 ай бұрын
I wish ppl would say more than just the wrong. Elaborate or make a video showing the correct way. If you don't have a solution this statement is irrelevant.
@alexanderdelatorre_subto Жыл бұрын
@hotshotmac can u pre Order your ELD before your ready to drive or do they start charging u the moment u get it ?
@HotshotMacc Жыл бұрын
Honestly Im not 100% on that. I believe you can order the equipment before hand then activate the service when ready. Ill have to ask the wife but you could just call Motive and ask then what your options are bc things may have changed from the time we purchased.