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Company driver keeps working after not being paid, is now owed $15000. Don’t do this! | #141

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I recently came across an article about a driver, a number of them actually, that were not paid and kept working.  Now, this is not just one week.  They were not paid for many weeks.  This driver even fueled the truck on his own credit card!  What?  Who does that?  The company he was working for has now filed bankruptcy so this driver may be out the money he is owed.  Never ever do this!  –I am not an attorney and this podcast is not legal advice.–

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UFI closure | Iowa pays companies to train you | Don’t pay cash for your car | A Reason we are not on Mars | #132

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The governor of Iowa (Republican) is going to pay companies to train you.  So why do these companies ALSO charge you?  Because they can and they stink.  Should you pay cash for your next car to save money?  NO.  Some trucking safety suggestions that are not great.  A reason we are not on Mars.

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Trucking Lawsuits | Tesla Semi by the numbers | Weird State Laws | #132

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In a state of confusion episode I discuss the new Tesla semi and how much energy it needs to use.  Also, how much that costs.  Trucking lawsuit settlements are in the news.  If a company wants to have a 24/7 camera in the truck and totally micromanage us then yes, they should be 100% responsible for what happens on the road and pay through the nose for it.  I have a solution to the truck parking problem.  Some weird state laws are up today sent in by an astute listener.

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Twitter Freedom | Trucking for short people | A Reason we are not on Mars #131

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Elon Musk brings back President Trump to Twitter.  There was a poll and ONLY 51% of people thought he should be allowed back.  HUH?  I thought this was America.  I also bring you some quotes from the left that maybe are not completely true.  Should they be banned from Twitter?  To get women in to trucking we need clean trucks, trucks for short people and bigger fridges in the trucks.  Nice.  We all need that.  Also, more transparent job postings which companies are NEVER going to do.  A guy buys a Tesla and doesn’t run the heat so he can get more miles out of it.  Brilliant.  A reason we are not on Mars ripped from today’s headlines.

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CRST and CR England settle BIG on non-compete contracts | Trucking News | A Reason we are not on Mars | #130

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CRST and CR England trucking are settling a lawsuit for $2 MILLION total (Western Express already settled for $1.2 MILLION) over allegations that they basically black balled people out of trucking by not conspiring to not hire those on contract to other carriers.  By the way, it did not go to trial, no one was found guilty and no wrongdoing is admitted by anyone.  The plaintiffs allege that CRST and others conspired together to not hire drivers on contract to other carriers in violation of the law.  In MY OPINION no one should ever work for these places.  By continuing to work there you are helping them do this.  I can help you avoid these scum companies with the link below. Also, Fed Ex Freight is going to furlough drivers!  Wow, low freight demand right before Christmas.  We have some Rivian R1T news and a reason we are not on Mars.

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Latest trucking news | A Reason we are not on Mars | #129

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In a wind driven spectacular I discuss some drivers who are on their side.  A Hummer EV is broken.  How can you make money lease purchase if you only get just over $1 a mile? US Xpress is about to leave Variant at the dock.  A Reason we are not on Mars.

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Unabridged | Trucking News | A Reason we are not on Mars | #128

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In this late fall spectacular I discuss some new trucking news for you.  Plus, Elon Musk buys Twitter.  Is free speech over because of it?  NO.  Liberal tears will be flooding the streets because of this episode.  Also, some automotive news and a reason we are not on Mars.

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Top 10 issues for drivers and carriers (survey) | Company offering huge retention money | A Reason we are not on Mars | #127

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In this money-laden episode I discuss a company giving huge money to retain drivers.  It is like it basically appreciates the long-term drivers and wants to keep them.  What a concept!  Also, a survey shows the top 10 concerns of drivers and carriers.  They are very different. A Reason we are not on Mars involving mashed potatoes.

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Unabridged | Trucking News | A Reason we are not on Mars | #126

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In this Indian Summer episode I discuss the latest trucking news like lying to women to get them into trucking.  Covenant releases numbers and they are spectacular.  Did you get a raise?  A Reason we are not on Mars.

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When should you check your oil? Headlights off for safety. Speed limiters coming soon. A Reason we are not on Mars. #124

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In this interstellar episode I discuss the exact time of day to check your oil.  It is not when you think!  Also, running your headlights during the day is actually less safe than having them off.  I explain.  The Cruz trial verdict is out and I talk about it and why the juror is an idiot.  Did you know you have a customer score at the dealership?  I will tell you about it.  Also, a Reason we do not live on Mars.

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