Profile For Gary K.

Thanks, Big Scott.. My wife doesn't have a CDL or even a DL for that matter.. So, as you point out, she is only a passenger.. But to me, she represents my ELD Tech Support.. :) You are correct that many companies think of three in the truck as a safety issue.. One company considered her an asset if she also had a CDL.. But as a 4 foot 7 inch filipina I think 80k pounds is a bit intimidating.. ;) Thanx for the thoughts.. And keep safe out there.. (We have time for that)

Hey all, I've been a solo for 28 years.. (25+ as O/O, but now a Company Driver) The last 3 years I brought my wife and she does my ELD.. (I couldn't go out without her) But now my son is ready to join the team, but carriers are putting up barriers to having 3 in the truck because of seat belts.. To be clear, the DOT regs do not have a maximum number that can be in the truck, but everyone needs a seat belt.. Bunks these days have sufficient webbing to act as safety restraints.. So, my 2 questions are; Are there any companies that allow a passenger to ride with the team? And, would we have more flexibility if we go to the local community college for my son's training and licensing, or do a few companies offer the respect and pay that would garner my attention while bringing my son in with dignity?? .