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Where can I find hotshot trucking loads?
Here are six places where you can find loads:
- Freight Brokers. Freight brokers are the middle men that connect shippers to truckers and they can help you out especially if you are just starting out.
- Load Boards.
- Dispatch Services.
- Prospecting.
- Networking.
What is a good rate for hotshot loads?
Generally speaking, hot shot hauling rates are around $1.50 per mile. Some jobs, typically urgent ones, pay as much as $2 per mile, but they are not common. This is balanced by loads with a more typical minimum of $1 to $1.25 per mile.
What do you need to hotshot in California?
You will need the following documents:
- Business License.
- Vehicle documents, including title, registration.
- Proof of Insurance.
- Vehicle for Service Permit.
- USDOT number required for interstate hauling.
- Operating Authority (MC) obtained with the USDOT.
- Commercial Driver’s License (highly recommended)
How do I start a hot shot business in California?
So you’ve decided to go into hotshot trucking….Just follow along.
- Open an LLC in Your State.
- Get a Tax ID Number.
- Open a Business Bank Account.
- Get a DOT Physical (and Your Medical Card)
- Get a CDL (Commercial Driver’s License)
- Get Your MVR (Motor Vehicle Record)
- Get TWIC-Transportation Workers Identification Credential.
How do hotshots get loads?
As such, many trucking companies and owner-operators make hotshot loads a regular part of their business by simply perusing load boards for available drivers. Popular load boards, such as 123Loadboard, have hotshot and LTL search filters including a mobile app with easy tools to find hot shot loads.
How do I start Hot Shot Trucking?
How to become a hotshot driver
- Get a valid driver’s license. Hotshot drivers need a basic class D driver’s license.
- Apply for a USDOT number.
- Purchase equipment.
- Buy liability insurance.
- Build a professional network.
- Search for cargo loads and deliveries.
Which truck is best for hotshot?
What Is the Best Truck for Hotshot Trucking?
- The Chevy Silverado – 2500/3500 Heavy Duty.
- Ram 2500/2500 Big Horn.
- The GMC Sierra 2500 Denali Heavy Duty.
- Ford F450/550.
- Ford Superduty Commercial F-250 XL, F 350 XLT, F450 Lariat.
Is a dually better for hotshot?
If you know exactly what you’re going to haul and what truck will do it best, single rear wheels may be just fine. The singles may even be a requirement for tight places. Just remember, you could be turning loads down because of your choice. For most hotshot trucking operations, the dually is the truck of choice.