I just don’t know why anybody would lease…. Pay prime 50k a year to lease there equipment for them to skim the top off all your loads that you have no control of choosing, then at the end give them the truck you paid 200k for at the end of the lease back for them to sell it for 70 to 80k to give you a small “lease completion bonus” which is simply your own money they been putting to the side so they can take a quarter of it to make there truck perfect for resale at your expense. I know this works for you because at this point RUclips is probably paying your bills because people like watch pretty truck drivers but the theft of wealth from truck drivers is truly socking.
Yeah, I think this can work for someone who does not have that much expenses of their own amd can keep all the weekly money. She admitted that she does not pay any bills so.
@@dannyfromvegas1543 Don’t lease…. If you want a truck save for it. If you try to take shortcuts you will pay dearly for it. Would you rather work company for a year or 2 and buy a truck or lease and pay the carrier 50k a year for the truck ?
Our small 50 truck fleet hired a safety officer from crst. This guy was on track to install inward facing cameras. The boss was asked how long he thought it would take him to hire 50 new drivers. There are no longer any plans to install inward facing cameras.
worked for crst before the inward facing cameras. when they installed them I was constantly getting tagged for shit that wasn't actually happened. the AI they use is so aggressive. just stupid. constantly being watched just feels weird. even when an event isn't happening they were able to access the camera and watch you.
Wow! You been living on the Road for 2yrs God Bless you Sister please stay safe out there on the Road!!! I really love watching your videos keep up the good work and stay safe..
Great video. It would have been nice to see a comparison of a great weeks pay vs a bad week. Some really solid advice for those thinking about getting into trucking. It's definitely a lifestyle change. I've always looked at my CDL as something that is between me and the government. No company owns that. Protect it at all cost.
@@michaelpena3489 it depends on the company and she's leasing not lease purchasing so while she's leasing she's gaining knowledge and experience to turn around and run a business by buying a truck or lease purchasing a truck. But I will say prime isn't real world experience the best company for real world experience is CRST flatbed division that will teach you 90% what running a business is like.
I definitely agree with all you said. I've been driving out 5 years out here. There are a lot of ups and downs, but definitely, it is not for everyone. On the other hand, I only use truck path, and like you said, read all the signs. And when backing, if you are not sure. Please ask for assistance on the back. We are all out here working, and one simple hit can delay many plans. Be safe, please drivers.
I had to watch it for a second time, your positive energy is remarkable and the knowledge and advice is amazing, be safe and keep rolling strong.😊😊❤️❤️
That was a great idea to give us a detailed insight into what it means to do this job and the difficulties you have to deal with every day! A great video and huge respect to you! I imagine it would be very hard to give up your private life for the job... I couldn't do that!
The guranteed 1850 for midwest regional at kllm honestly beats almost all lease program's and thats as a company driver. You get to take time off and not have a payment, sit all week and still make good money.
Thank you for putting videos out like this. the last one like this when you first went to prime prompted me to start making the moves to move my career over to OTR. i have my permit and DOT card. now i am just waiting for the holidays to go into Prime orientation. i did use your code. i start Jan 6th.
Wow, you packed a lot of excellent information in this video. That was a real learning experience for someone who has never worked as a truck driver and gave a lot of things to think about for those who are drivers.
Hey My name is Dionne for Washington D.C. in January I've been studying for my CDL. Thank you the showing all your videos on truckin. Take care Dionne 🏀
It's picking up because people quitting left and right. I left after 8 months and the cameras was one reason and i stayed negative running continuously.
Wonderful video about trucking! I’m not a trucker, never will be, but I watch your channel a lot. Fascinating occupation. Now I understand just a little bit more. Thank you! Also, what a great companion Pom is!
I start CDL school tomorrow 11/25...I have been watching your volgs for about a year. I really do appreciate all the info and pointers you give. If I have any questions are help with anything I will ask you if available, if that's ok. Im super excited to start...thanks again ❤❤
You are an AweSoMe lady, Ma’am. You are dead on point, about trucking. I drove for Prime through the 90’s. Loved em! Keep doing you Ma’am. I think this is a needed type of video.
Lease drivers (some) are just glorified company drivers. And, when you see the “rate” of the load, that’s after it’s been cut numerous times. Don’t let their “amenities” fool you. (New buildings, etc)
If I can make more than a company driver even with all the deductions from the lease contract, am I really the dumb one 🤔 🤦🏿 watch your ego answer minus real logic. 😂😂😂😂😂
Again, glorified company drivers. Take a few weeks off and let me know how much you are in the hole and I’ll send you a check so you will not be in the hole anymore. And I don’t think I said anyone was dumb. Maybe your ego got in the way of your answer.
Ok I’m neither so I have no bias at all but what I’m about to say really does sum it up… so there’s just one difference between the two over at Prime and that’s just the title they give you. I’m not putting anyone down or trying to be funny because you’re not a true owner operator thats running your own business at Prime. They bought the truck and took on that financial responsibility, they bought the trls, they insure the trucks under their policy, thry register the trucks, they pay for the fuel upfront, they maintain & repair the trucks, they supply all the tools necessary and the list goes on and on so they LITERALLY do EVERYTHING needed to operate a truck and the last thing they need to complete the process is a steering wheel holder, the more naive the better. So ask yourself a question… if a company has done all these time consuming things that also significantly increase your financial exposure, think about why they choose what they choose for the last piece? They control all the variables that determine that truck’s profit so the only remain factor is the driver, why would they choose to put a “lease driver” in that seat if they end up paying that driver more than they would a company driver? Plus with a company driver they’re easier to deal with and they’ll run wherever needed but you “lease drivers”‘think you’re big time business owners after signing a piece of paper and that’s it and start becoming difficult so tell me why they would do all that and utilize the more expensive steering wheel holder?
@WestCoastTruckingCEO you are company driver making THEIR truck payment for them period. If you break it down to hourly pay you are making less than a company or about the same. I guarantee you most of these lease operators don't have formal business education which makes sense becasue why would they drive a truck if they did.
Great information video, probably the best and most information that I have viewed on RUclips. Thanks for the great advice, especially for us newbies, because I need all the help before I get started driving as a walk away lease owner operator. I'm not positive on which company, but after working for Universal Logistics and 10 Roads Express, I believe I'm going to give Ego Holdings or Prime a shot.
You exactly right on limiting distractions, continually watching your mirrors and being aware of you surrounding. I followed a driver 3 miles with his trailer bearing yellowing smoke and couldn't get home stopped. We finally hit a small town and local pd pulled in front of him to stop him. luckily fire dept was close enough to cool it off and save the trailer
Hi Nia , great video of the breakdown of over the road trucking.... it sounds pretty descent where you're at , I was dedicated in the south ( Georgia, Kentucky, Tennessee, NC, SC , Virginia, West Virginia, Northern Florida ) .... looking beautiful , and be safe , have a great weekend.
Not even a trucker, but has always been a fascination to me. This vid was interesting, covered everything you need to know. Feel like I know you now, lol
wow. welcome back. I thought I lost ya. happy thanksgiving. I have already eaten 3 turkeys in the last 2 weeks on my carnivore diet lifestyle. zero carbs.
Just FYI at lease completion bonus is actually cents per mile that you drive that they put in a savings acct for you and give it back to you minus wear and tear to the trucks.... You're only getting 30 grand if you train solo trucks more like 17 to 20k...also lease payment forgiveness is after 2 years not one... Then annually
As an independent contractor, if you don't pay your taxes quarterly, the IRS will assess a penalty and add it to your tax bill and not even tell you. People that don''t pay quarterly are paying more and don't even realize it.
Wow. 4K for a week, after all expenses. That's really good. I had to watch that part twice to get that. I thought 7K was gross revenue - 28% to prime - 3.6K expenses, but on the 2nd time I got that your net was 4K, so the truck grossed more than 7K. Really nice, if that works for you. Then if complete the lease a bonus at the end. Sounds good, although obviously OTR is not for everyone.
Why would she. You see all them thirsty comments in her videos every time she posts plus with her RUclips videos and checks from prime she makes a lot of money. Majority from RUclips. She doesn’t need anybody for anything. She worked for swift and she’s real nice to meet in person don’t get me wrong I met her once at swift terminal but she don’t need a man at all. She’s one of the homies.
You can tell she’s very independent and hard worker 💪 Obviously has her priorities Strate. A lot of us women don’t realy worry about having a man around when we have these traits and personality . Nia is Gorgeous and Smart 😊 🔥 💪
In Near I always thought you were a knockout until this day. I still feel that way you’re such a beautiful woman. I love your eyes. I love your hair. I just love everything about you and you’re good at what you do very good at what you do I wouldn’t mind taking you out to dinner sometime or lunch or since your truck driver breakfast have a good day
I run a dedicated route, hauling McDonald’s fries, out of Canada. Dedicated routes exist, but are limited. We still need Canada drivers, for this winter, because some of our guys don’t want on it, during wind n snow
You did a most thorough, detailed and excellent presentation. You might give some thought to training people someday. Great job ! Happy Thanksgiving. 🦃
Hi Shania, great vlogs, thanks for making them! Glad I'm not the only one that has my head on a swivel doing highway combat, oops I mean driving. About route planing, like pilots do flight planning, In addition to maps, I like to use google maps street view/satellite view to take a look at obstacles along the way to get the lay of the land so to speak to save on suprises. Especially handy if driving in Europe, Africa or other alien places overseas.
Been with Prime inc since 2013. Started as company but been o/o since 2021. Regret taking so long to lease. I have no complaints. Left once and came back.
I'd of started it and ran it for a bit. Hope you didn't have a hard crank. I'm sure you use anti gels in the fuel. Cold of winter is brutal on a truck just sitting there. I'd get as close as I could to the house and run sone strong lead cords. Plug that girl in. Keep the engine core warm. Be safe babgirl. ❤❤❤
@@Roadrunnania Hello Nia, I also sent an email, and some things, from my RUclips channel. I really hope, the economy improves more. I'll never forget in 2022, when diesel was very high for y'all truckers dang. In my state gas was $5 a gallon! In 2022. That's the highest I seen so far.
She will and should walk away from lease been watching her before I started driving make more stuck with one company she is truly misguided and a little misguiding you tube and future referrals will help but from company to lease you are moving too much but learning slowly making many mistakes
The 12 speed freightliner is designed to go 75mph at peak torque and fuel efficiency. It sits right on 1500rpm at 75mph. In short, because there are no flat roads where no external factors such as wind resistance and friction exist, it requires less energy to propel an already moving object up a hill at a higher speed than to maintain a lower speed up the incline. Inertia… That thing trucking companies love to hate.
Your wrong, sweet spot is 1200 RPM for peak torque and fuel mileage,at 75 your burning more fuel and shorting the Life of tires and more prone major crashes with less reaction time.
As a previous prime driver and trainer you will find a trailer where the refer is low when the customer requires a full refer when you bring an empty to them especially with the meat places.
I was so nervous to watch because i literally started in September & will be transferring to my own truck (leasing) next month & really don’t know what to expect. But I did use your code! It was only right lol 💕
I had no idea they are trying to put cameras in trucks that you lease?! That’s a hard no for me frfr thanks for making this video Nia it was super informative.
Just remember the lease completion incentive is something you are paying into. They take so much per mile from you to feed it into that and your Tire Fund. So the more you sit, the less it is.
Hi👋, Nia wow what a very very informative trucking 🚛🚛🚛🚛 video 📹 this was, i would have thought it would be stressful enough just driving, then all that extra stuff to deal with mind boggling 😮, i personally think and only my opinion that 65mph is to fast all that truck bearing down on you in a god forbid accident, don't bear thinking about 🙈🙈🙈🙈🙈🙈🙈56mph is enough, and trucks are a lot heavier in USA just because of the lengths, ❤❤❤❤❤❤
I’m wanting to start a new career in trucking and am interested in the straight lease option through Prime in Chicago. Can you please comment on whether I’d be able to start as a walk away lease driver being a new CDL school graduate? I plan on paying for CDL school on my own.
You have paid over $2.60 a gallon for fuel mam. The app price doesn't show state fuel tax in the price. In the app,you can see what we paid at the pump, with prepaid tax and no tax. We are slow at 65(64.6 Peterbilt) but only pay $6(LP) or $30(Lease) a week for insurance. $30,000+ end of lease is for team trucks. Must be over 300,000 miles for bigger EOL bonus as a solo. Mileage charge is part of end of lease payout as well. It also covers damage and repair should your truck need it. I also agree with you on the camera. I'm ducking the yard just like you. Statements also show what was billed to the customer. It hurts seeing how the load paid $6000 and we got $4500. Very informative video and see you around.
Im happy that they have a long training to make sure that you should know everything. 65 driving with loads make it more difficult to stop fast enough to reduce accidents, and the 30,000 can assist you with buying your own truck or home.
I switched from company to owner op bcuz they kept calling me in to watch videos on how I drive and got tired of it getting in the way of making money. I was buying a truck with no camera. 🥳 You should try quarterly taxes. I liked it. Paying $1,000-$1,500 every 3 months for taxes. Trucking has gotten to the point to where it's no longer about making money. It's about controlling individuals or you can't make money. 🤷
Also.. you never get along with DMs && Brokers bcuz after all, you can't always go straight from A to B. Eventually you're gonna start doing things along the way.
Lease ops can park their truck wherever they want for home time, but company drivers have to pay for professional storage which isn't available in allot of states. While in TNT my trainer said I could park at my local TA, but after TNT when I became a company driver I was often denied home time simply because I couldn't find professional storage in my home town more did I have the $ to rent a car to drive home from a terminal.
Wow, I can't believe you have had the truck so long. It seems like just a month ago, you got the truck. Anyway, I'm glad it's working for ya and hope nothing but the best for you.
I drove by the PRIME hub in Springfield Missouri where I live and I noticed a lot of the trucks backed in without trailers what’s that about, are they waiting for loads or just parking there rigs thank you for sharing your opinion and experience have a great day
Most of the trucks parked at the terminal is for all different reasons is either because they are in home time, they have classes they have to take, they are just parked there for the reset or etc.
^ everything she said. There’s also a lot of trucks constantly getting turned into prime that are parked waiting on the shop to get looked at and cleaned
If you haven't done it yet, do the Ace 2 class. It will explain all of those individual deductions on your statements. And they used to give you a week and a half truck payment for the class
@PersuaderboatsGoFast thanks, it's been 10 years or so since I did that. I drive local for airgas now. Cryogenics is the way to go if you want to be home, in my opinion, for anyone who may read this and wanting to know what options are out there. Home every night, 5 day work week, 100k plus a year.
keep trucking baby girl you got this , Prime is a great Company, i mean every company is gonna screw you Prime atleast puts some graese on it 😂, love your video....
Having a life equates to keeping you in debt for your prime working years and sadly it’s viewed as if there’s something wrong with you for not going out all the time, but there isn’t ,it’s better to keep your money in your pocket
Mama im proud of you 💙 and the way you running 4k-6k every week cross country running pays good. And your not alone , just occupied time working which is understandable.pom is there protecting for now👍🏽. If she ain't natural beauty, then she ain't Nia😉
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I just don’t know why anybody would lease…. Pay prime 50k a year to lease there equipment for them to skim the top off all your loads that you have no control of choosing, then at the end give them the truck you paid 200k for at the end of the lease back for them to sell it for 70 to 80k to give you a small “lease completion bonus” which is simply your own money they been putting to the side so they can take a quarter of it to make there truck perfect for resale at your expense.
I know this works for you because at this point RUclips is probably paying your bills because people like watch pretty truck drivers but the theft of wealth from truck drivers is truly socking.
Yeah, I think this can work for someone who does not have that much expenses of their own amd can keep all the weekly money. She admitted that she does not pay any bills so.
Give us another option.
@@dannyfromvegas1543 Don’t lease…. If you want a truck save for it. If you try to take shortcuts you will pay dearly for it. Would you rather work company for a year or 2 and buy a truck or lease and pay the carrier 50k a year for the truck ?
But by leasing I can save more money much faster than company@@Ball.Daily11
💯 I recommend drivers to work for a company for 2-3 years and live on the truck full time. Save a shit ton of money.
Our small 50 truck fleet hired a safety officer from crst. This guy was on track to install inward facing cameras. The boss was asked how long he thought it would take him to hire 50 new drivers. There are no longer any plans to install inward facing cameras.
okay based
worked for crst before the inward facing cameras. when they installed them I was constantly getting tagged for shit that wasn't actually happened. the AI they use is so aggressive. just stupid. constantly being watched just feels weird. even when an event isn't happening they were able to access the camera and watch you.
That’s ilegal siviliance _ there could be other ppl outside the company watching your every move too be careful
@@bloodietraks8225be careful
@@bloodietraks8225aye lease operators on flatbed or dryvan deal with cameras?
Wonderful video (aside from the absence of Palm). The mic was excellent. Thanks for all the insight and also for taking us on your journey. ✌
Wow! Your fm is running you extremely well. My wife and I are in a 3yr lease-purchace at Prime so our payment is higher but our avg net is 4500-5000
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Wow! You been living on the Road for 2yrs God Bless you Sister please stay safe out there on the Road!!! I really love watching your videos keep up the good work and stay safe..
Ok loving the hair and we always appreciate the truth about your experiences with companies
Stop it bro. She’s gets plenty of attention
@malikhunt9367 damn you mad at me for her perspective lol
@@rrosen85you know that you don’t give a shit about her experiences
@@malikhunt9367 damn you know me? I'm caught
Thank you for this! You were very clear and you are a sweetheart!
Great video. It would have been nice to see a comparison of a great weeks pay vs a bad week.
Some really solid advice for those thinking about getting into trucking. It's definitely a lifestyle change. I've always looked at my CDL as something that is between me and the government. No company owns that. Protect it at all cost.
Oh my god, a prime driver who isn't brainwashed in the thinking a fast truck drive the same amount of miles in a week a slow truck does.
It’s the illusion of being a business owner, lease purchase is a scam they hope you never complete. You’ve already made it this far, You can finish
@@michaelpena3489 it depends on the company and she's leasing not lease purchasing so while she's leasing she's gaining knowledge and experience to turn around and run a business by buying a truck or lease purchasing a truck. But I will say prime isn't real world experience the best company for real world experience is CRST flatbed division that will teach you 90% what running a business is like.
She's not doing their lease purchase. She's not buying the truck. She's doing their straight lease. Like renting the truck week to week.
I rather save up and buy a cheap truck 15k or less.
@Wicked_RotF30 smarter option
@Wicked_RotF30 yup pre '03 for me
Thanks!
I definitely agree with all you said. I've been driving out 5 years out here. There are a lot of ups and downs, but definitely, it is not for everyone. On the other hand, I only use truck path, and like you said, read all the signs. And when backing, if you are not sure. Please ask for assistance on the back. We are all out here working, and one simple hit can delay many plans. Be safe, please drivers.
Goal= get out and look.
I had to watch it for a second time, your positive energy is remarkable and the knowledge and advice is amazing, be safe and keep rolling strong.😊😊❤️❤️
I am going to start class to obtain my cdl in a few weeks. 2nd chapter. 😊 Thank you for this information.
All I needed to hear was "you have to pay for reefer diesel" LOL what the hell. Glad you're making it work Nia!
That was a great idea to give us a detailed insight into what it means to do this job and the difficulties you have to deal with every day! A great video and huge respect to you! I imagine it would be very hard to give up your private life for the job... I couldn't do that!
You give good advice I have been around trucking all my life my dad was a owner operator for 62 years
Prime driver here. Lease purchase is a $100 at the end of your payments. That pays for the transfer of title.
After you paid over $200k for the truck I would hope so.
The guranteed 1850 for midwest regional at kllm honestly beats almost all lease program's and thats as a company driver. You get to take time off and not have a payment, sit all week and still make good money.
Newly trucker and I love love your videos !
Thank you for putting videos out like this. the last one like this when you first went to prime prompted me to start making the moves to move my career over to OTR. i have my permit and DOT card. now i am just waiting for the holidays to go into Prime orientation. i did use your code. i start Jan 6th.
Wrong time to jump in to the trucking industry. Watch out listening to these RUclipsrs
Wow, you packed a lot of excellent information in this video. That was a real learning experience for someone who has never worked as a truck driver and gave a lot of things to think about for those who are drivers.
No, she didn’t
Awesomeness as always, my wife loves the hair. Great advice.❤😊
Great insight to the trucking world. I'm not in trucking but still found this ineteresting.
So how can it great insight if you not in it. She is giving basic information. The only difference is attractive female doing it
Hey My name is Dionne for Washington D.C. in January I've been studying for my CDL. Thank you the showing all your videos on truckin. Take care Dionne 🏀
It's picking up because people quitting left and right. I left after 8 months and the cameras was one reason and i stayed negative running continuously.
Wonderful video about trucking! I’m not a trucker, never will be, but I watch your channel a lot. Fascinating occupation. Now I understand just a little bit more. Thank you! Also, what a great companion Pom is!
Why are you watching her channel? Let me guess because she’s attractive.
I start CDL school tomorrow 11/25...I have been watching your volgs for about a year. I really do appreciate all the info and pointers you give. If I have any questions are help with anything I will ask you if available, if that's ok. Im super excited to start...thanks again ❤❤
Can you say how much you pay for your CDL?
@rebeccajewels $81.25
@@rebeccajewels $86
@@rebeccajewels and $7 for the permit..
You are an AweSoMe lady, Ma’am. You are dead on point, about trucking. I drove for Prime through the 90’s. Loved em! Keep doing you Ma’am. I think this is a needed type of video.
Lease drivers (some) are just glorified company drivers. And, when you see the “rate” of the load, that’s after it’s been cut numerous times. Don’t let their “amenities” fool you. (New buildings, etc)
If I can make more than a company driver even with all the deductions from the lease contract, am I really the dumb one 🤔 🤦🏿 watch your ego answer minus real logic. 😂😂😂😂😂
Again, glorified company drivers. Take a few weeks off and let me know how much you are in the hole and I’ll send you a check so you will not be in the hole anymore. And I don’t think I said anyone was dumb. Maybe your ego got in the way of your answer.
@NightCrawler810 that's because you have to WORK more
Ok I’m neither so I have no bias at all but what I’m about to say really does sum it up… so there’s just one difference between the two over at Prime and that’s just the title they give you. I’m not putting anyone down or trying to be funny because you’re not a true owner operator thats running your own business at Prime. They bought the truck and took on that financial responsibility, they bought the trls, they insure the trucks under their policy, thry register the trucks, they pay for the fuel upfront, they maintain & repair the trucks, they supply all the tools necessary and the list goes on and on so they LITERALLY do EVERYTHING needed to operate a truck and the last thing they need to complete the process is a steering wheel holder, the more naive the better. So ask yourself a question… if a company has done all these time consuming things that also significantly increase your financial exposure, think about why they choose what they choose for the last piece? They control all the variables that determine that truck’s profit so the only remain factor is the driver, why would they choose to put a “lease driver” in that seat if they end up paying that driver more than they would a company driver? Plus with a company driver they’re easier to deal with and they’ll run wherever needed but you “lease drivers”‘think you’re big time business owners after signing a piece of paper and that’s it and start becoming difficult so tell me why they would do all that and utilize the more expensive steering wheel holder?
@WestCoastTruckingCEO you are company driver making THEIR truck payment for them period. If you break it down to hourly pay you are making less than a company or about the same. I guarantee you most of these lease operators don't have formal business education which makes sense becasue why would they drive a truck if they did.
consistent queen!
Great info about asking for help that’s a very important factor now days ❤❤❤
Great information video, probably the best and most information that I have viewed on RUclips. Thanks for the great advice, especially for us newbies, because I need all the help before I get started driving as a walk away lease owner operator. I'm not positive on which company, but after working for Universal Logistics and 10 Roads Express, I believe I'm going to give Ego Holdings or Prime a shot.
Very nice to give folks real life info. Good girl. God bless you from Massachusetts
You exactly right on limiting distractions, continually watching your mirrors and being aware of you surrounding. I followed a driver 3 miles with his trailer bearing yellowing smoke and couldn't get home stopped. We finally hit a small town and local pd pulled in front of him to stop him. luckily fire dept was close enough to cool it off and save the trailer
Hi Nia , great video of the breakdown of over the road trucking.... it sounds pretty descent where you're at , I was dedicated in the south ( Georgia, Kentucky, Tennessee, NC, SC , Virginia, West Virginia, Northern Florida ) .... looking beautiful , and be safe , have a great weekend.
Not even a trucker, but has always been a fascination to me. This vid was interesting, covered everything you need to know. Feel like I know you now, lol
Her looks kept you interested in the video
wow. welcome back. I thought I lost ya. happy thanksgiving. I have already eaten 3 turkeys in the last 2 weeks on my carnivore diet lifestyle. zero carbs.
The new mic is so clear! Thanks for the update.
Informative! I thank you for sharing your experience and knowledge! Safe travels!
The camera not too bad honestly they just decreased the sensitivity too last week. Geotab is was better than qual
Just FYI at lease completion bonus is actually cents per mile that you drive that they put in a savings acct for you and give it back to you minus wear and tear to the trucks.... You're only getting 30 grand if you train solo trucks more like 17 to 20k...also lease payment forgiveness is after 2 years not one... Then annually
You did a really good job thank you for your time
Girl I love your videos! Keep on trucking! Be safe out there maybe one day I'll catch you on the road! Stay safe!
As an independent contractor, if you don't pay your taxes quarterly, the IRS will assess a penalty and add it to your tax bill and not even tell you. People that don''t pay quarterly are paying more and don't even realize it.
$150 for Wisconsin...I'll pay that instead of quarterly. You could really get killed doing quarterly!
100% correct.
I was thinking the same thing when she was talking about taxes. You are REQUIRED to pay quarterly taxes if you are 1099
Communication is Key ... Appreciate it...Great Vlog & Stay Safe...
Wow. 4K for a week, after all expenses. That's really good. I had to watch that part twice to get that. I thought 7K was gross revenue - 28% to prime - 3.6K expenses, but on the 2nd time I got that your net was 4K, so the truck grossed more than 7K. Really nice, if that works for you. Then if complete the lease a bonus at the end. Sounds good, although obviously OTR is not for everyone.
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The question is, is that every week? probably not.
Because she a RUclipsr they look out for her
@@Bingoent_exactly…
@@franklinbrandon5283 people really believe anything. She is not bringing home $4000 a week. That’s a fact.
Damn, she said she will _never_ message you 😂
Why would she. You see all them thirsty comments in her videos every time she posts plus with her RUclips videos and checks from prime she makes a lot of money. Majority from RUclips. She doesn’t need anybody for anything. She worked for swift and she’s real nice to meet in person don’t get me wrong I met her once at swift terminal but she don’t need a man at all. She’s one of the homies.
You can tell she’s very independent and hard worker 💪 Obviously has her priorities Strate. A lot of us women don’t realy worry about having a man around when we have these traits and personality . Nia is Gorgeous and Smart 😊 🔥 💪
Modern women are different. They prefer being alone. Until they are old and not wanted by men anymore. Then all of a sudden they want someone. 🙄
@@gregorydent6613 Don't matter bro, chicks like that GENERALLY speaking are a headache anyhow.
@@cobratrick96 Facts lol
I’m glad you learning how leasing works
Im liking the microphone 🎤 much better audio.. You inspired me to get my CDL this year. Passed with no restrictions in California
Time flies! I remember when she was with KLLM
Yes ,these bad companies invest in commercials, i betya she is not leaving prime yard .
@@VujoIgwhy wouldn’t she be leaving prime yard? People say anything now days
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Near I always thought you were a knockout until this day. I still feel that way you’re such a beautiful woman. I love your eyes. I love your hair. I just love everything about you and you’re good at what you do very good at what you do I wouldn’t mind taking you out to dinner sometime or lunch or since your truck driver breakfast have a good day
Ive passed her on the road multiple times since she jumped into this peterbilt. Stop being a clown@@VujoIg
I run a dedicated route, hauling McDonald’s fries, out of Canada. Dedicated routes exist, but are limited. We still need Canada drivers, for this winter, because some of our guys don’t want on it, during wind n snow
You did a most thorough, detailed and excellent presentation. You might give some thought to training people someday. Great job ! Happy Thanksgiving. 🦃
Hi Shania, great vlogs, thanks for making them! Glad I'm not the only one that has my head on a swivel doing highway combat, oops I mean driving. About route planing, like pilots do flight planning, In addition to maps, I like to use google maps street view/satellite view to take a look at obstacles along the way to get the lay of the land so to speak to save on suprises. Especially handy if driving in Europe, Africa or other alien places overseas.
Been with Prime inc since 2013. Started as company but been o/o since 2021. Regret taking so long to lease. I have no complaints. Left once and came back.
I'd of started it and ran it for a bit. Hope you didn't have a hard crank. I'm sure you use anti gels in the fuel. Cold of winter is brutal on a truck just sitting there. I'd get as close as I could to the house and run sone strong lead cords. Plug that girl in. Keep the engine core warm. Be safe babgirl. ❤❤❤
Most of the stresses of being an O/O while still being a company driver
Yep
Only plus to it is not having to keep the truck
@@Roadrunnania Hello Nia, I also sent an email, and some things, from my RUclips channel. I really hope, the economy improves more. I'll never forget in 2022, when diesel was very high for y'all truckers dang. In my state gas was $5 a gallon! In 2022. That's the highest I seen so far.
She will and should walk away from lease been watching her before I started driving make more stuck with one company she is truly misguided and a little misguiding you tube and future referrals will help but from company to lease you are moving too much but learning slowly making many mistakes
The 12 speed freightliner is designed to go 75mph at peak torque and fuel efficiency. It sits right on 1500rpm at 75mph.
In short, because there are no flat roads where no external factors such as wind resistance and friction exist, it requires less energy to propel an already moving object up a hill at a higher speed than to maintain a lower speed up the incline.
Inertia… That thing trucking companies love to hate.
Your wrong, sweet spot is 1200 RPM for peak torque and fuel mileage,at 75 your burning more fuel and shorting the Life of tires and more prone major crashes with less reaction time.
Google maps will tell you to go down tiny side streets through neighborhoods with a 53' trailer😂😂😂
Can’t cheap, gotta get that garmin dezl
@@mike88wt I don't use Google Maps, I was saying what will happen if you do.
Yeah Google maps is for cars
Former driver. Yeah best get a truckers map book. Their expensive but worth it. Map out your route the night before. 😉
Only idiots will use Google maps driving a semi
Setup is 99.9% of the fight in backing
As a previous prime driver and trainer you will find a trailer where the refer is low when the customer requires a full refer when you bring an empty to them especially with the meat places.
Very, very informational and a mentor. Luv the vid it had a lot of info. Awesome awesome awesome 🤙🏽🤙🏽🤙🏽, Nia B Nia👍🏽
Already got my CDL class A no restrictions here in Atlanta Georgia. What company should I start ?
I left Prime and is now at Crete. Love it! Let me know if you want more info
I was so nervous to watch because i literally started in September & will be transferring to my own truck (leasing) next month & really don’t know what to expect. But I did use your code! It was only right lol 💕
Great video, very inspirational as well as informative
I had no idea they are trying to put cameras in trucks that you lease?!
That’s a hard no for me frfr thanks for making this video Nia it was super informative.
The cons overshadow the pros.
Just remember the lease completion incentive is something you are paying into. They take so much per mile from you to feed it into that and your Tire Fund. So the more you sit, the less it is.
Your hair makes you look even more gorgeous.
Fucking ridiculous
Hi👋, Nia wow what a very very informative trucking 🚛🚛🚛🚛 video 📹 this was, i would have thought it would be stressful enough just driving, then all that extra stuff to deal with mind boggling 😮, i personally think and only my opinion that 65mph is to fast all that truck bearing down on you in a god forbid accident, don't bear thinking about 🙈🙈🙈🙈🙈🙈🙈56mph is enough, and trucks are a lot heavier in USA just because of the lengths, ❤❤❤❤❤❤
I’m wanting to start a new career in trucking and am interested in the straight lease option through Prime in Chicago. Can you please comment on whether I’d be able to start as a walk away lease driver being a new CDL school graduate? I plan on paying for CDL school on my own.
You have paid over $2.60 a gallon for fuel mam. The app price doesn't show state fuel tax in the price. In the app,you can see what we paid at the pump, with prepaid tax and no tax. We are slow at 65(64.6 Peterbilt) but only pay $6(LP) or $30(Lease) a week for insurance. $30,000+ end of lease is for team trucks. Must be over 300,000 miles for bigger EOL bonus as a solo. Mileage charge is part of end of lease payout as well. It also covers damage and repair should your truck need it. I also agree with you on the camera. I'm ducking the yard just like you. Statements also show what was billed to the customer. It hurts seeing how the load paid $6000 and we got $4500. Very informative video and see you around.
Im happy that they have a long training to make sure that you should know everything. 65 driving with loads make it more difficult to stop fast enough to reduce accidents, and the 30,000 can assist you with buying your own truck or home.
FIRST ! I LOVE YOUR VIDEOS ! KEEP IT UP :) YOU MOTIVATE ME TO GET MY AZ LICENSES IN JANUARY !
I switched from company to owner op bcuz they kept calling me in to watch videos on how I drive and got tired of it getting in the way of making money. I was buying a truck with no camera. 🥳 You should try quarterly taxes. I liked it. Paying $1,000-$1,500 every 3 months for taxes. Trucking has gotten to the point to where it's no longer about making money. It's about controlling individuals or you can't make money. 🤷
I been thru so many companies, you learn different systems and ways companies do things which gives you the experience you need to know how.
Also.. you never get along with DMs && Brokers bcuz after all, you can't always go straight from A to B. Eventually you're gonna start doing things along the way.
As a matter of fact, I don't call anyone at all. They call and bother me. 😂
Love the hair gurl. Happy Thanksgiving
Lease ops can park their truck wherever they want for home time, but company drivers have to pay for professional storage which isn't available in allot of states. While in TNT my trainer said I could park at my local TA, but after TNT when I became a company driver I was often denied home time simply because I couldn't find professional storage in my home town more did I have the $ to rent a car to drive home from a terminal.
Wow, I can't believe you have had the truck so long. It seems like just a month ago, you got the truck. Anyway, I'm glad it's working for ya and hope nothing but the best for you.
When you got there did you give your recruiter a CLP or CDL license?
I like the mic tho fr fr . Can't stop lookin at that dope ahh Mic
I'm curious on how you got a fridge on the side there, and if it's legal to take off the seat
I drove by the PRIME hub in Springfield Missouri where I live and I noticed a lot of the trucks backed in without trailers what’s that about, are they waiting for loads or just parking there rigs thank you for sharing your opinion and experience have a great day
Most of the trucks parked at the terminal is for all different reasons is either because they are in home time, they have classes they have to take, they are just parked there for the reset or etc.
^ everything she said. There’s also a lot of trucks constantly getting turned into prime that are parked waiting on the shop to get looked at and cleaned
If you haven't done it yet, do the Ace 2 class. It will explain all of those individual deductions on your statements. And they used to give you a week and a half truck payment for the class
They defer the payment, and then you get an extra $20 or so to pay each week until its paid off.
@PersuaderboatsGoFast thanks, it's been 10 years or so since I did that. I drive local for airgas now. Cryogenics is the way to go if you want to be home, in my opinion, for anyone who may read this and wanting to know what options are out there. Home every night, 5 day work week, 100k plus a year.
Nice video! I have been at Prime 6 years as a company driver! Be safe diamond!
That boujee ass fridge 😂 but thanks for all the info , I’m a new driver so tryna learn as much as I can for future moves
Glad you tried the mic. 🎤 I told you about it 😊
keep trucking baby girl you got this , Prime is a great Company, i mean every company is gonna screw you Prime atleast puts some graese on it 😂, love your video....
Hi Shania hope you had a blessed Thanksgiving and I bet your K-9 child enjoyed treats too !
How do u run all those appliances without overloading the inverter? Do you unplug certain ones before using another????
Having a life equates to keeping you in debt for your prime working years and sadly it’s viewed as if there’s something wrong with you for not going out all the time, but there isn’t ,it’s better to keep your money in your pocket
You been on my smash list for like 2 years 🎉
This is exactly what I needed info on leading thanks nia 🎉🎉
I drive for prime they purposely feed yuteube with good loads you will not make what she makes not even close
Love the content Nia, keep trucking.
When my company put a camera in my truck, I got my own MC & DOT #'s.
Goodmorning have a great day god bless
I’ve been watching your videos I want to say that you’re a great motivator I will always be a fan.
Mama im proud of you 💙 and the way you running 4k-6k every week cross country running pays good. And your not alone , just occupied time working which is understandable.pom is there protecting for now👍🏽. If she ain't natural beauty, then she ain't Nia😉
43:01 she ain’t lying about that 😂😂
Great explaining the trucking industry
🤗 Finally it's clear ❤ is hard to find. 😎