I cannot help but be puzzled (& I know I’m not alone on this), as to HOW
the driver pay for IC couriers can remain relatively the same for several
years. I know a route guy doing a regular gig I used to do 6 years ago &
he’s making less than (He doesn’t know it), I was back in the day! It
used to be back 10 - 15+ years ago a person could get out there with
fairly little operating costs & make some good money. Now days it really
takes a lot with the gas prices being higher & cargo insurance as well, oh
& tolls..tolls to pay for roads you’ve already paid for! What’s the deal
with your credit being a factor in determining what your premium amount
will be on auto insurance? Legally we have to have insurance so why do
“they” make it more difficult for folks that are already struggling as it
is, to make ends meet? It is like the big bad wise guy whose gonna protect
you as long as you “pay up”…or else! I tell you it’s a legal form of
extortion! Ok, I’m getting off track a little.

There are about 250 - 300 (give or take), courier companies to drive for
in the DFW Metroplex at present. That has not helped the cause for a day’s
wage in the Logistics biz. More competition means lower bids to get the
business, at the expense of mostly the drivers. COURIER BEWARE of fast
double-talk from these lower end companies. When the driver turnover is
high it effects the quality of service. The customers will think twice
before they’re going to let their deliveries get burned again! They will
not gain/retain their client base in the long run & will not be able to
keep your wheels turning….”not earning.” Take the time to consider all
your option before signing a contract. Find out about the company upfront.
Good luck & drive friendly!

- Lori Matthews

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