Watch for the bloopers at the end! 😝 Big shout out to Rolling Equity Leasing and Lonestar Truck Group/TAG for allowing me to make this video. Find their contact info here: LTG/TAG: www.tntxtruck.com/ REL: www.teamrel.com/
Your happiness always brings a smile to my heart. I passed my DOT Physical today, and I am 56 yrs old, and one step closer to deciding where / how / when to go to a CDL school. Always wanted to be a trucker, but families and friends always sneer, mock and cut me down for wanting to be one. I am finally at a point in my life where I can say screw ya'll and I will do what makes me happy. Carry on Shelby.
David, no need to say anything to the naysayers... Just put your Work Boots on & Git-eR-Done! People may be severely jealous that you COULD become successful & deep down they are unhappy to hear about anyone else's potential success OR it could be they are truly scared/worried/concerned for you; either way, once you prove yourself, you'll know who was supportive but scared and who was just jealous. Keep the rubber side down & the shiny side up & enjoy your journey!!! 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
I just enrolled in CDL school pending physical. I am also 56 and have always been interested in obtaining my CDL. Really want to drive a dump truck for a local company or possibly cement mixer truck.
I miss trucking. A day doesn't go by where I don't wish I was hauling freight. I've done so many wonderful jobs, but driving my rig was what I was truly born to do.
@@yosemite735 Lol, there are few people that wouldn't happily switch to a 9-5 with equal or better pay if given the opportunity. Not saying those don't exist, but trucking can be hard on your body and your overall time. Kind of explains why the turnover in the industry is so high, and why they're trying so hard to make automated trucks.
My experience over the years: If you get a truck with a bunk that has doors or windows what tends to happen is that as the truck gets older moisture and water will get through the door and window seals. This causes nasty mold growth to form and it's very, very hard to eliminate and is also very unhealthy for you and makes is nearly impossible to sleep in there. Also if the truck gets into a collision this raises issues for how the bunk door or window will fit and seal. No collision repair is 100% perfect. Always go for a truck with no doors or windows in the Bunk. The truck will last longer, be quieter, and hold in the heat and cold much better. Bunk heaters are cheap and you should always have one as a backup to your big engine heat. Electric blankets and Swedish comforters are also nice to stow away for those extra cold days. Always go for the truck with the longest wheelbase you can get away with for the job you are doing. The longer the wheelbase, the less jarring the ride will be. Never skimp on the Air conditioning or fridge. Older drivers, especially males, cannot tolerate the heat or sleep in it. Some drivers need extra storage for medication that has to be kept cool and auxiliary power for CPAP machines. When fitting a truck be careful about gaps where credit cards or phones can fall into. This is for places like the gap between the fridge and the bed. Try to eliminate or fill in those gaps before you leave for a trip. A fuel card could fall in there accidentally and you'll never find it.
Jas B. Bunk doors and windows can also be broken in to while sleeping or when the truck is unoccupied. Sometimes a convenience for you is also a convenience for others.
I drive an old Pete 1.4M miles about to rebuild the 475 cat in it. Only really has 2 rattles in it, drive a freight liner that at 100k miles sounded like the doors were going to fall off.
They don’t call them Freightshakers for nothing. Sure hope this girl has a lot of money. Leasing brand new trucks, plural, for a start up? I started my company with a paid for 89 Freightliner a 94 Transcraft flatbed and 15 grand cash for emergencies. You wouldn’t catch me doing a business with debt. When you owe money, people can take your shit.
I drove an old Peterbilt for a long time. About where you are now is where mine started costing more to keep it on the road than what I was making. So now I have a new Peterbilt. I bought it last year and now has 130k on it and so far it’s the best decision I have made in my oo trucking career. Just food for thought. Good luck
Salt oftheEarth The 89 Freightliner I had was at 1.6 million when I bought it in 2006 when I was 21. I sold it with over 2 million on it and You want to talk about rattles? I was going across I-78 on eastern PA going to Jersey, that road still sucks even though they “fixed” it, but back then it was so bad and the truck rattled so much that my CB fell out of the overhead compartment. Everyone has to start somewhere... not everyone can go brand new straight outta the gate.
I’m a former truck owner/operator in the ND (Bakken) oilfield. I evolved later into management (Director of Safety) with two different oilfield hauling support entities. Your focus upon the “maintanence” side of truck ownership was SPOT ON! In my safety career alone I conducted, literally, about 3500 “Level 1” (equivalent) inspections- of our lease-on operators tractor/trailers, as well as our own equipment. My attitude was “catch it BEFORE the DOT does”. Ignoring maintenance is one of those manifestations of the old saying, “You can pay me now, or pay me later”. Wow! The things I’ve seen! And... the excuses I’ve heard. Bottom line...? If you cannot afford to, truly (!), take care of your “pet elephant” (my nickname) then get out of the business! Would you EVER fly on an airplane where they routinely cut corners on service and maintenance? Of course not. So don’t operate an 80,000 lb mobile behemoth in traffic without proper care and service either. The risk-vs-reward equation just does not pencil out well in your favor.
First sign of a failing airline is doing only the minimum amount of maintenance and putting off major repairs. Eastern, Pan Am, Northwest, Braniff all started accumulating fines from the FAA for shoddy repairs and scavenging spare parts while they were going down the drain.
@@MrFlyboy1313 no shit dude. if you can't afford it you have to make due with what you have. it is true of everyone everywhere. if your lost in the woods sure you can't have a 7 course dinner your going to have to cut corners and make due eating a couple earth worms
Jeff Bezos didn’t know a damn thing about e-commerce when he started Amazon. Your logic is flawed and ignorant. Nothing of what she stated is untrue, quit being a jackass. I swear truckers act like what they do is the most complicated and specialized thing in the world. 🤦♂️
@@michaelmain1598 Yep, you got that right about JB.. You just left out that he went to Princeton University, holds a degree in electrical engineering and computer science, and worked on Wall Street for 8 years. I'd say he might of had a clue as to what he was doing.. but that's just me. Call it a hunch. Scott D made a good point, and I found it neither flawed or ignorant. Trucking is very complicated.. particularly if your an owner operator. Driving the truck is 10% of the job. 49 states, and two countries one can drive to. Taxes, regulations, equipment requirements, and a slew of other things one has to stay on top of to stay above water... Oh, and specialized.. yea, we got that covered too.. Hazardous Materials, including explosives and radioactive waste. Exceptionally large and heavy loads... and that COVID vaccine when it's ready. Anyway, get that glint out of your eye, and learn to be a little cynical. It'll keep you from being a sucker, even when an attractive woman is trying to sell you something.
As a career driver in various freight types and trucks, I wish when ive been a company driver that someone like you was in charge of speccing the trucks. That helps with driver retention and attracting new drivers as you grow. Great video!
It's kind of not good when you have to mention that to somebody who's on RU-vid. Supposedly espousing Valuable knowledge on how to get into the trucking industry. I actually said that without laughing out loud.
It is pretty hard getting started. I really wish videos like this were around for me to see 6 years ago. I was 21 and kinda clueless becoming an owner operator but its so rewarding and just doing your own thing. Good luck Shelby and everyone else starting up! 😎
Shelby I’ve loved your Positivity since I’ve found your channel, in an industry that’s dominated by mostly men, you have found your niche and are constantly striving for more success! Thank you so much for sharing your experiences and success with all of us!
If you haven't thought of it already. When ordering a Cascadia be sure to get them with a storage access door on the passenger side as well. Especially if it's a team truck. Going into the sleeper and having to lift the bunk to use the storage space on the passengers side is a pain in the but. That passenger side access door is an option. It's not standard. And for appearance sake. A sun visor makes it a truck. :) And thanks for your upbeat personality towards all this. You always have great videos.
Impressive! I haven't seen the inside of a rig in about 25 years, man what a change! My father started a small common carrier back in the 50's and I remember learning how to drive in his brand new, 1961 Mack Thermodyne......with a brownie! Left arm through the spokes of the steering wheel, steering with my elbow, shifting the main transmission with the right hand, and the brownie with the left! What a life!! And let me echo what others have said below: Most truckers are truly the "Knights of the Highway." Many thanks to all of them.
Lol I’m used to trading with 2-5ETH back in the days. Now it’s like hmmm, I should lower my risk with using less ETH.guess what Automate taught me how to minimize my losses.
That’s not true I use to think that but it forces you to driver smarter not harder and adjust the way you drive ! Why you think so many large carriers move more short freight ☺️ !? Find you a place that pays you well for your time and gives you plenty of time off !
@@kevinsteward9490 these days people want more life/work balance. 48 hour reset and 80 hour week would fix this. I’m home every night and off weekends. After 13 years OTR.
I think this video sparks a conversation that could go on for weeks, for example what’s the best eld? What’s the best app to find loads? How do you hook up with larger freight operations to run their trailers? Is it better to run flatbeds, reefers or dryvans? What is the back office of a trucking company like and a day in the life of a load coordinator/scheduler, operations manager. One thing I’d like to see expanded on is how a drivers schedule works as well. What is a 36 hour reset, what can you do with your truck during that time? Do you take it to the beach? To Disney? How do you park a truck / where do you park a truck for those times and how do you go to Walmart to stock up on food while you’re on the road? Other topics like realistic budgeting (financing) for new truckers. Moving from driver to owner operator or leasing from one of the big players. Ideas for miles, but curious and you all do an awesome and enjoyable way of explaining it all.
The focus of driver happiness detail this woman puts into her videos is staggering. If Shelby ever starts a trucking company, I'd like to be the first to work for her. She would make an excellent trucking business owner.
Going to be heading back out in May, it’s been 7 years since I’ve left OTR and I’m excited. Life “got in the way” so to say but things are better and rebuilt now
I DROVE A LITTLE HERE & THERE BUT MOSTLY LOADED & UNLOADED. I'M RETIRED FOR OVER 2YRS. BUT IT'S STILL NICE TO KEEP IN TOUCH WITH TRUCKERS. THANK U SHELBY & UR NEW CO.
She has no clue.. very little behind the wheel experience. And I think she's settled into a new management position thats over her head.. its kind of funny, she's getting her scripts written for her now, obviously since she knows nothing of owning a trucking business. Only because of her well made RU-vid videos created by a really good vidiagrapher from the beginning, was she able to get this far. Plus she's cute. Dam, as an actual driver, for almost 2 decades now. I couldn't imagine slipping into a promotion and getting a management position based on my looks...
@@williams9071 Some people strive to move forward instead of staying stagnant in a single position for say 2 decades. But hey im not a trucker but id rather try my hand at something prosperous and fail then not try at all.
First mistake you just made that will break your trucking company. Never ever by a freight shaker! Let alone a brand new one. A goodnight rest as a team never happens! Always drive alone.
Lesson number one, don't criticize without a solution. What should she have bought instead? What is actually wrong with Freightliners? New ones, not something you drove 50 years ago...
I’ve said it before. Your “bloopers” aren’t screw ups, it’s literally you, your personality comes out, your everyday self. You are being you. Otherwise it’s like watching a paid actor that read a script.
5 months ago you were talking about going to team driving because you were struggling, among other reasons....4 months later.....your building an empire.....girl.....YOU are the reason I'm now so excited and motivated ab trucking and have just talked my bf into getting his cdls w me to team drive till we can save up enough together to buy our own truck to start our own authority and team drive till we can buy another truck and start to build up a fleet... I havent been this excited about getting a job ever in my life.... besides becoming a Vol. Firefighter lol.. I hope I run into you one day on the road so I can thank you for inspiring me 🙏.........Roll Tide
So l guessed you were aiming for your own business, but figured operations manager was just another step in that direction after getting otr experience. Youth, intelligence, and ambition you've got. Now with just a touch of luck you'll do fine. Best wishes for success!
Trick to starting a company when it comes time to pick out a truck, dont go with brand new, 1 it will cost you and arm and a leg, 2 they break down quite alot despite being brand new, For looking for a good starting truck look at various companys that are selling their old fleet trucks, they are usually well maintained, and are great for starting your own buisness as a Owner Operator,
It's an intriguing idea to start something new that you can proudly call your own, and hopefully get to witness how it grows. But it's definitively not an easy thing to do.
I learned on and love the old Freightliners. My favorite was a 1995 long nose flat top with 15 gears and double lockers. That thing would pretty much go through any amount of snow pulling a 53’ triple axle reefer van loaded or empty.
I need a truck to haul big balls,a 20 speed automatic and a 18 speed manual and a 4 speed Browne box and a 2 speed rear end.Has to have a 5 gallon coffee maker and some coke straws.plenty of hand cuffs and some tie down straps for the sheep.
I love your resiliency! I am also from Utah I am a registered nurse it is something I was told I would never ever ever be able to accomplish and I always wanted to live And work in Alaska guess what I’m doing it is so amazing to be able to live the dream as you are thank you for your laughter, positivity and thank you for Dakota say hi to your beautiful dog.
Hello.. Thanks to her and you I have been learning English by watching your videos. you two speak english clearly. I am also learning how to be an excellent Truck Driver here in your country. I am a Mexican Truck Driver
Just be aware, Lease maintenance account Most places if you don't use that money and you turn it back in , they keep the money. Had a friend lease a truck at dart. Had 8k in his maintenance account for 1 year . Turn it back in with no problems and got a bill for $500 He only used the truck for 1 year, turn it in. Claims they had to make it road ready, cost $8,500. Thats BS Just saying
Hey pretty girl Shelby!👋 Thanks for the lesson and ideals!👍 Looks and sound like u have started ur new adventure up in Oregon! I think u would be good for that adventure Good luck and always be safe! 😆❤👍
Totally totally totally awesome video you 2!!! Great info and I'm very happy for both of you and Dakota 😃 We will require many follow up videos on this topic and journey 😃😃
All I have to say is YIKES. If you want to get into this business, you better get behind the wheel yourself... unless you want to go bankrupt. Or you start with a fleet of trucks with happy and reliable drivers behind the wheel. I worked for this kid that bought 2 used trucks, just got into the industry not knowing what he was getting himself into. 3 months later he was DESPERATELY trying to get rid of his trucks on Craigslist. He was in the hole big time. He had to sell his BMW.
Great vid. Solid advice! Here in Holland (EU) we have to take an additional course if we want to start a trucking co, (becoming a driver / operator). You have to take 6 exams; from finance, budgeting to law and regulation in de EU, even some technical stuff you need to know... Friday I’ll take the last two examens. 😅
Congratulations!!!! Obviously there are some people who have nothing better to do than put other people down for their accomplishments, don't mind them. I know you'll do great things!
Haha. Seems like some noticed. Lol. Lonestar haha. Oh gawd. She shouldJust tell us what truck stop she is a lot 🦎 at. Ill throw her a few bucks. She wants to fk up other peoples lives for what... Jesus
Really Well done! So much information about what to learn and what you need to know. Impressive, wishing you all the best in this new adventure! Keep on shinin' 🌞
I am a senior citizen. However 2 of my neighbors are truckers not otr. I am learning so much from you. My favorite episode was the one where you explain hooking up the doubles. Pretty hard to push those trolleys. Kudos to your cameraman & editor, and Dakota. Stay safe be well!
So Shelby, did I understand you correctly, you are starting your own trucking company ?? if so where is your company going to be located out of. Any idea how many trucks or the freight you will be hauling. I'm sure this is the early stages. At one time you mentioned about moving to the northwest part of country, is that still in the works ??? Sounds like you have some big decisions to make Shelby. Are you starting this business with someone else ?? Hang in there Shelby, stay strong. WE all know you have got a good head on your shoulders and a pretty smile!!! Good luck with your decisions Shelby and we look forward to whatever you give us. As always stay safe Shelby. I almost forgot, your video was excellent, and you were dead on with saying the maintenance is a VERY important part of the program. I have worked in the maintenance field with the military and some civilian over the years. Preventive Maintenance is the key to keeping your trucks on the road, not along side the road. OK, Shelby, You will do good, take care.....
Well, double bunks are good also because nobody wants to get in the bunk someone just got out of. Can have your own sheets and comforter and of course your stuffed frog to keep you company.
Great video but with some bad lessons... NEVER BUY A BRAND NEW TRUCK when you're just starting. First rule of doing business is to start with no debts. Buy an old truck outright. If not, keep working till you can afford a truck cash.
Did I miss something here? Shelby is no longer driving for F X. She moved to Portland from SLC. Is she going independent or working for another company as a driver and manager? Help clue me in. Thanks.
Great video , disc brakes are real important spec , less weight , less inspections , setting up a mandatory safety lane when they come thru the terminal Will help mitigate problems . How are they buying vital fluids on the road , like washer fluid , anti gel , oil etc . There very expensive on the road . I would also put air regulators on all wheel positions , including trailer . Most drivers don’t check air pressure on tires .. how are you going to account for downtime expense for both driver and truck . Have you established a national tire account , like Goodyear , Michelin , Bridgestone ? In Indy there is a 24/7 tire shop , better then a truckstop it’s called pomp’s tire . Do you have a corporate lodging account set up ? How about corporate uber and Lyft accounts to move drivers from airports , breakdowns etc . What eld system are you using .
I literally found you by accident Wow! I can't wait to get to all of your videos! Though it wasn't my primary job in the Army, I drove tractor trailers to pull our engineer equipment.
I must have missed the videos relating to you wanting to start a company of your own. What is the company name and what’s going to be written on the trucks?
Next video is about how they're getting on with building the Shelby Tower. Opposite Trump Tower, just two floors extra. 😎👍💥 I really like her btw. Doesn't seem to be afraid, nor mess about.
Good luck in your endeavors. You will always win with dedication. Leasing however, with brand new equipment that you can literally hear depreciate rarely ever works out. Regardless, your dedication will ensure your success long after any hardship that comes your way.
One thing is for sure starting a trucking company without $ is difficult buying new isn’t an option for most. Renting, leasing, buying a cheap box truck maybe the first step. Maybe even working as a driver to learn the business I’m looking into this as an option to be financially free. Also, get my life back in order it’s never too late it’s a risk but one can’t grow without taking a leap of faith
Hi Shelby, thankyou for your letter & merch that i recieved from you here in Australia. Was awesome to see that in my mail today 3/09/2020. Love u both & thankyou again! Wish i was there, take care.
Good to see you back online again, Shelby. You are spot-on with this video, especially with planning for the unforseen emergency. My dad was a small fleet Owner-operator for many years and that's where I got my start as a driver. I learned to drive on a 1973 International cabover and unfortunately it was prone to breaking down so I learned quickly to plan ahead when I bought my own rig. Take care and stay safe out there. Love you much. 💖💖💖
having a door on the side of your door is a MUST. trust me its worth every penny because when jack the ripper breaks in through your front doors or a engine fire happens you will bless whatever god you pray to for shining his holy light of life on you sure its cheaper to not get one but even a hatch is good enough if you can squeeze out fast and safely get it whatever helps you in an emergency get it if it makes the truck safer get it unless its that bullshit auto lane crap never had a good experience with that but thats just me each to their own but trust me and get a hatch or door plus when its hot its nice to have a hatch more than a door to vent your 18 wheeler out or just cooking in your truck is sooo much nicer with the venting.
@@jennifercapps105 I’m doing well thank you I hope you’re doing well also where I made it out of all the cool weather and snow so little windy here in Southern California but it’s still 70° I’ll take it
These are excellent. In USA is really different system and i love it. I am almost working approximately 10 years in logistic company in Turkey and in Ukraine however when I watched your video really I am so exciting. I was working in agent regarding to RORO vessel, which worked between Turkey and Ukraine, I have not seen truck like in USA. Some of Ukrainian truck imported from USA, which are Frigthlineer, when I see them in road, really I feel that it is heart of road transport.
I enjoyed your channel for the driving experience. Seeing this country from your (and Dakota's) perspective. While I'm sure this type of video appeals to a small percentage of your viewers; I'm afraid many will find it boring and dare I say, disappointing.
She's allowing you to have a window into her life. Don't watch if you don't like. Some of us like any of the videos she produces. Be polite, don't be an idiot.
Ask them if Freightliner fixed the electrical issue where the radio and the passenger side window controls stop working. Every Freightliner in our fleet has this issue. You have to shut the truck down and turn off the battery switch to reset everything. This happens as often as 3 or 4 times per day and it’s only with the Freightliner.
Wait, I thought you were going to Portland for a new job. Was that code for running a business??? I probably slept through something... Congrats on the new business! Go out and do big things.
6:53 - Imagine the side door can also be used as an emergency exit. It better to have another way out of the bunk if you wake up and the truck is on fire. its nice to see you are putting your drivers comfort in mind. Most truck owners are like, what is the cheapest way to go so more profits for the company.
I’m pretty sure she’s just a content creator. That freight liner 30 second clip looked like a promo. Guarantee she got paid for it. She sounds coached and seems to be recalling from study of what to say
