Sprinter van expediting 1600 miles for $1800. How much do I make??? episode #20

Ride with me as I go haul parts for Polaris from North Bend NE 1603 miles to Anaheim CA. See the amazing views and a behind the scenes look at expenses and profit for a cargo van driver. We see flat plains, Forrest’s, mountains, deserts, rivers, lakes, rain, wind, even snow in the distance.
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[@mifamiliagaming9503]

yo what up bro, i am new subscriber i came from seth leroy hustles channel .

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

What? That’s dope man. Leeroy is a hustler to the core. Def a great channel to watch. Thanks for taking the time to check out my videos

[@cody1585]

Love the scenery shots, it was a nice touch! Great video keep up the hard work and it will pay off!

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

One love brother!

[@mariograves7215]

You did it again may man! Awesome scenery and some killer jams to go with the flow of the video. I did a short stint expediting for a company and you almost got me missing it. I may have missed it but I don't recall you mentioning how you got into expediting or anything about your life before the road. I know this may be personal and I would understand why you may be apprehensive about sharing it with your 588+ subscribers. I think your subscribets would enjoy clips of what you may consider mundane like meals and how you sleep. Anyway keep up the good work brother. Can't wait for the next one. Oh I miss the opening where you say "You could be anywhere in the world but you here with me". Be safe keep on trucken.

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Bet! Well I’m definitely adding back the intro. I think about putting it in every time and never do but ima fix that. I’ll also start adding the stuff I thought was boring but Is def a part of the road life. You’re the man for taking the time to not only watch but give me your honest opinion as a viewer. This is what I need

[@control-wi9xr]

What was the total cost in fuel for that particular trip?

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

@@control-wi9xr I put all info at the end of the videos brother. Thanks for watching!

[@hip5748]

I literally just started and seen your video, thanks for the info cuz it really helped

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Ayyeee thanks for dropping some love. Glad you enjoy the content! Hope you keep coming back for more

[@theguyguy7524]

Saw you’re dropping a new video so I figured I’d catch up on some older episodes! Keep it going Brandon

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Thanks buddy

[@DJRCRacer]

Great video bro keep it up. Hope you were able to see your friends fam while you were out there

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Thanks brother! Naw I didn’t. I got to see my boys in Vegas for dinner but I got a job to Salt Lake City after I dropped off in Anaheim

[@clabarre30]

I love this.

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Thank you buddy!

[@EagleArrow]

Save your $, youth flees quickly. Driving long hours can take a toll on the body. Eat healthy and cross fit or jump rope a few minutes everytime you stop. Thanks for the information. Be safe.

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Solid advice thank you

[@Djiaeroadventurer]

Love your videos bro and your dog it’s the real mvp 😂

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Thanks my man!

[@josephjasonsantiagolacour]

Mad love bro. Just jumped into the owner operator seat myself. Glad to watch and learn from your happy hustle. Keep it movin.

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Shit you’re ahead of me then bro. I’m just a driver. Hoping to get my own thing going soon. Be safe out there driver

[@chrispbmw8732]

@@ExpeditingAmerica whos van is it?

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

@@chrispbmw8732 lol the owners van 🤷‍♂️

[@adamb5404]

Beautiful scenery man 👍

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Thank you for watching Adam

[@pristinecleaning2540]

lookin good bro!

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Thanks brother!

[@Geo1frey]

keep grinding you are awesome! I want to see what you eat throw the camera on at lunch time. 👍

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

You got it buddy! Going to start showing y’all how I eat out here. Lots of cool places to stop and eat that I never really checkout. Think I’m going to change that

[@sarahtruesdale3290]

Yummy idea

[@sethleroyhustleadventures]

Beautiful

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Thanks bro hope all is well!

[@sarahtruesdale3290]

This is one of my most favorite episodes Brandon! I’ve got a lot more to watch though 😅

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Thank you I hope you stick around for more

[@sarahtruesdale3290]

@@ExpeditingAmerica I definitely will! Literally watched most your videos yesterday! Thanks for sharing

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

@@sarahtruesdale3290 thank you so much it always blows my mind when people tell me that. It helps big time thank you!

[@theguyguy7524]

I agree idk why but this definitely is one of my favorites

[@cletoreyes9074]

Nice video bro,I got a question when you get the load confirmed you go to the pick up and get the Bol or they send it to you once you get the load? Thanks my friend and keep grinding

[@lexxtimate]

DEPENDS SOMETIMES ON PICKUP sometimes u print

[@lexxtimate]

SUMO SPRINGS ARE AMAZING FOR THE WINDS

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

It’s crazyyyyyyy

[@brownsense1]

Nice video. I love the scenery. I see guys with box trucks turning them in and getting into expediting. Seems like that's the route to go. I'm going to probably pursue a career expediting. I've been working in a warehouse for Pepsi for almost 20 years now, and I'm over it. I want to get out and see the world. I bought some courses on daytrading, stocks, investing, and forex throughout the years. I'm probably going to set my cargo van up as a mini sleeper with some type of tablet computer mounting systems so I can trade while I'm expediting. This way I don't have to chase after loads, and I can actually live my dreams of trading and traveling, while making money doing both.

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

I doubt I tried forex and lost my ass. But I know people who have done well trading. Sounds like a nice plan. I appreciate you watching and taking the time to drop a comment! Keep me posted on your journey

[@sarahtruesdale3290]

Makes me want to hop in a van and do it!

[@JerryTheExpediter]

I am starting with a new company next week. Ill be in a high top sprinter. I wanna know, how far do you drive? Does it make a difference in gas? How much over the speed limit to you go?.. Love your content

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

I drive 1000 miles a day if I can. I drive the speed limit as much as possible 😎

[@rowenastringer6490]

100.00 an hour.... Depends if you just got an oil change. Watch out for the deers!!! 🦌 🦌 Take the gas total out of the ending amount.

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

$100 a hour moving furniture yes…take the gas total out? Why?

[@armandosicard4396]

🔥 I want to start doing the same What type of insurance do they require?

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

hey Armando sorry im just now seeing this. I think its 1 million liability 100k cargo.

[@SubieFarmFl]

Hey bro! I got a question! How do you do to service your vehicle after running so may miles? Keep the videos coming!!! Thanks in advance!

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Oil change service every 2-3 weeks depending on how hard I run. New tires twice a year. Fuel filter and small things here and there

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Good question

[@SubieFarmFl]

@@ExpeditingAmerica ok, do you carry your own oil and tools to do your own oil change? Or you take it to service at the dealership? I was wondering where I would be allowed to do an oil change while on the road? Thanks!

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

@@SubieFarmFl the owner of the van buys the oil ahead of time and I bring enough for 2 oil changes just in case. I go to wal mart for oil change service for like 26 bucks.

[@SubieFarmFl]

@@ExpeditingAmerica good to know!! That was something I was wondering! Thank you for the answer! Be safe out there!

[@SelfLoveBoost]

what van do you have? how many pallets can you fit in there. Most people saying the high roof doesnt matter but the length does

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

I will say that 20% of my loads are with tall freight. sure its not necessary but you narrow down your search criteria by not having a high roof. im sure you can still survive and make it. its all about hustle and drive!

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

sorry it took so long to respond. I just saw this!

[@SelfLoveBoost]

@@ExpeditingAmerica all good thank you

[@shogyysunny2367]

Quick question, i am getting into this business in a couple of months. Do you suggest getting an extended sprinter or just a hightop roof? Always enjoy your videos, stay safe out there,

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

The bigger the better my friend. Thanks for watching! New episode up today

[@shogyysunny2367]

@ExpeditingAmerica thank you, I have watched all your episodes lol, great contents, be safe out there

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

@@shogyysunny2367 thank you!!!

[@TheActor012]

How do I get started, I follow you 🤔. What's the company you said you work with, i watched one of your videos where you said the description is in the link but it's so many videos i cannot remember.

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

My company isn’t hiring or looking for owner operators at the moment unfortunately . Get you a van, cargo insurance, and sign on to a carrier. Easiest way to get in

[@TheActor012]

Bubba Joe is definitely Thug Life

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Lol thank God I was waiting for someone to mention the thug life moment I edited in there 😂🤣

[@debmck70]

1000 miles a day is a lot, wow.

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Yes it is. I say it like it’s nothing but it’s definitely a lot

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Thank you for watching

[@libertarianpunk8558]

When you say 4 grand is that the profit or substract like half of that for gas and tolls?

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

4K gross as a driver. Minus gas and tolls and food

[@jamestreanor182]

Do you turn off the lane keep assist? Or you prefer it?

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

I don’t have it on this van. Would be nice

[@JonathanTurnerTurner]

Would it be smarter for me to run my own business as an owner op or to be an owner op under someone else's authority? Really need to hear the pros and cons on this as I plan to start into the business in the next 4 months. I do have solid credit as side note.

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Best and cheapest to run under a carrier to get started and learn the business. Then you can get your mc and let it age for 3 months or so then give booking your own loads a shot

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Is this Jonathan turner from sarasota?

[@freshien]

Have you had any issues with your sprinter van so far?

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Just reg maintenance. My alternator went out in episode #37

[@dassalegntaddess7354]

Does sprinter has cross wind cotrol system? first time i bring it from the dealer it was waving left and right , then i decided to reduce my speed

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

It does. Any model 2015 or newer does. When it’s windy keep it 65 and below even with cross wind assist it still moves

[@dassalegntaddess7354]

I love the way you do this business .❤

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

@@dassalegntaddess7354 well thank you I appreciate you watching and interacting

[@zuhaibkokab2548]

What load board does your company use?

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

We use sylectus the most but also contract through mill house and other carriers depending on where we are

[@Djiaeroadventurer]

Where I can rent a van here in Georgia. I’m ready to hit the road

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Renting a van is tough. Best way to get in is find a fleet owner

[@TruckingacrossAmerica]

So you dont fall under the 14hr clock rule like truck drivers? Why is that?

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Under 10k gvw we don’t do log books or need a CDL

[@dominicspooner4266]

does that 2500 profit include what you split with the owner of the van?

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

2500 profit?

[@adamb5404]

Do they give a physical before letting you drive?

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Some companies do some don’t. I didn’t but I work for a very very small company

[@sjeffreyw]

Do you have to have a physical for that work

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Some companies yes some companies no. But there is no special license required as far as that goes

[@BR-yj7zq]

How many hours did you have to get there?

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

I’m pretty sure I had a day and a half to make it. I try to do 1000 miles a day

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Hope I answered your question. Check my new videos

[@Ictblaze]

Are you happy with that cargo van?

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

I am. I’m going to get the freight liner version. It’s the same thing just doesn’t have the Mercedes’ logo

[@Ictblaze]

@@ExpeditingAmerica i heard they going to stop making them

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

@@Ictblaze what Mercedes’? It’s cool they don’t even make the sprinter. Freightliner does. So it’s okay

[@goodluckdaa9190]

@@ExpeditingAmerica what van driver company do you work for?

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

@@goodluckdaa9190 small 2 van company called mkd speed

[@jghettos3496]

How to work for someone? I don’t have a van

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Find a company and get in line. Everyone wants to expedite

[@rickkern5785]

I'm guessing you are driving 80 mph as you are passing semis all the time and you seem to be in the passing lane a significant amount. Slow down to 65 and you will make a lot more money. You will save between 10 and 20% on fuel. It will bother you a ton the first week you change butas you see your miles per gallon going up significantly you will come to enjoy it..

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Some people say that some people also say time is money. I’ve tried the driving 65 thing I got 22 mpg when I drive 70 I still get close to 19-20. Me dropping off at 8am or dropping off at 10am could be the difference between me getting another load for the day. Sure I’d save gas money but I make more hauling ass! And the speed limit was 75 or 80.

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Not saying you’re wrong I just tried it and it cut into my sleep and all. I already have a system that works so for me to make that change again would throw me off big time.

[@rickkern5785]

@@ExpeditingAmerica Cutting your fuel cost by 15% or more is huge. As I recall you pay almost as much in fuel as you get in pay. A 15% decrease is a big bump up in pay. Track your MPG and whenever possible slow down. When I am driving at night in deer and elk country I slow down a lot. Stopping distance at 50mph is less than half stopping distance at 75mph. If you watch "Everything Apax" you see him getting passed by cars and even semis all the time. I like your hustle.

[@buzinesempire3427]

Did you drove nonstop to the destination

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

No way. Non stop would have been 30 hours

[@buzinesempire3427]

@@ExpeditingAmerica Which is better independent owner operator contracts or deal with despatchers?

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

@@buzinesempire3427 depends. Takes a lot of time and energy to stay on load boards all day. To me it’s worth paying someone a percent so I can focus on driving. If the dispatch doesn’t take too much % I’d do it like that. If you’re good with load boards then do it on your own….

[@chax2004]

If you owned the van would you be making more money?

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Yeah! If you look at the end of the video where it says -30% that is for the van owner. He keeps half and puts half towards the van

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Good question

[@chax2004]

@@ExpeditingAmerica Thanks. I really enjoy all your vids. Great Content!! You re a really hard worker.

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

@@chax2004 appreciate it. And I’m tryin to work hard now so I ain’t got to later. Praying the more I put in the more I’ll get out! Thank you for watching and taking the time to comment and support the channel!

[@miguelrodriguez-tl5eu]

can i ask what dispatcher or company you use to get your loads from if you can if not thats ok

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

No problem the owner uses sylectus

[@loneranger4113]

wow, what size is your fuel tank?

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

20 gallons

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Maybe a little more

[@familyreyes2312]

How I get a hold of you

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

On here brother. What’s up? Ask your questions so others with same question can find the answer without me having to repeat it

[@GuRozaUSA]

I’m looking all this videos and this guys are using a 50k van to get average $1 per mile and average $20 hr. Guys every 2 years you’ll need a new van, that means you’ll need to save $2,000 monthly, this bring your earnings at $10hr. 24 months x 12k miles = 288k miles. Look in the long term expenses guys.

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

A) In this video I was a driver doing 65/35 split and still made money. You can sit around and wait for loads if you want but I’m doing 3-5k miles a week. I plan on doing 180k miles this year alone.

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

Watch my new episodes last month I did 15k gross and net $8k with all expenses paid, and putting 10% back for repairs etc and money for taxes.

[@GuRozaUSA]

@@ExpeditingAmerica 15k = 15k miles / 60mph = 250hrs 8k / 250hrs = 32hr - health insurance, dental, Sick Days and 401k plan you’ll be on minimum wage bro. Save 10k and get your CDL because you’ll earn more as a employee driver, all this without counting the risk you’ll have on a major van repair, sleeping on the road, social life and others. The market is overwhelming now, you should be getting $2 a mile for a healthy businesses bro

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

@@GuRozaUSA lol your numbers are all off my guy. I also have multiple streams of income and this KZbin channel pulls in $$$ too. You’re looking at the small picture. You and I are in different ball games. I know friends who drive cdl big rigs and they are miserable. Every day I see an 18 wheeler broke down, flipped over, on fire etc They get harassed by dot, have to stay at rest areas and truck stops, and I refuse to ever work for someone ever again. Thanks but no thanks. You also forgot most of the expenses out here are tax write offs. So if I get 60 cents a mile on my taxes but only do $1 a mile it’s pretty much a wash and that’s what you don’t take into account. Last year as a driver I grossed 80k and net $50k hardly paid anything in taxes. This year I’ll pay less.

[@ExpeditingAmerica]

You clearly don’t know the business. $2 a mile is for short runs. You tell me where to get $2 a mile and I’ll listen but by just saying “you should make more” without telling me how is kinda pointless. I’ve never saved so much money in my life my guy.