Uber Taking Over Trucking Industry?????

Topic 19621 | Page 1

Page 1 of 1
Paul W.'s Comment
member avatar

Hi I am new to this and just got my CDL. I just learned of Uber coming into this world with their apps so driver's can pick their loads? They already ruined the cab business and they take 25% of the drivers earnings. I believe they will do the same here and we will have guys like the ones from Uship coming out of the wood work and working for nothing. Any opinions on this? There are so many people in this country now days I don't believe a hard working man can make a good living anymore. I have done concrete work most of my life and I used to make good money at it, but the wages have went down in this trade also and I have to work harder than I did staring out as labor. I paid my dues and now I am cheap labor teaching new guys to finish so they can replace me at a cheaper rate without working their way up the ladder as I did. So anything I look at these days for a guy like me feels like I'm in a 3rd world country. My bad tho for not going to school and getting a education. Anyway I'm getting off topic sorry about that!!!!

CDL:

Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

A CDL is required to drive any of the following vehicles:

  • Any combination of vehicles with a gross combined weight rating (GCWR) of 26,001 or more pounds, providing the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of the vehicle being towed is in excess of 10,000 pounds.
  • Any single vehicle with a GVWR of 26,001 or more pounds, or any such vehicle towing another not in excess of 10,000 pounds.
  • Any vehicle, regardless of size, designed to transport 16 or more persons, including the driver.
  • Any vehicle required by federal regulations to be placarded while transporting hazardous materials.
My CB Handle is Frank's Comment
member avatar

Do you think that drivers picking their own loads from an app or from a load board is a new thing? I don't understand how this is supposed to be taking over the trucking industry. It's a nice looking tool but it just looks like an electronic load board to me.

Maybe I shouldn't go off on this tangent also but how was being a cab driver such a good job before Uber came along? Cab drivers were already working long hours for less than minimum wage. I'm not a fan of everything that Uber does but cab driving was a sucker job way before Uber came along.

Brian M.'s Comment
member avatar

Never going to happen Uber isn't large enough to compete. Although they are innovative the top 10 logistic company's are just as big and already have a solid infrustructure in place. Although I'm certain they may bring some innovation, shippers aren't going to abandon the way that has been proven.

As it stands now freight is already too cheap, in order for Uber to compete they will need to lower percentages in order be viable.

Shipper:

The customer who is shipping the freight. This is where the driver will pick up a load and then deliver it to the receiver or consignee.

Rick S.'s Comment
member avatar

At best - Uber will be a Broker.

In fact - they ALREADY ARE...

Uber Freight

This would work for O/O's - or maybe carriers that use broker loads for backhauls.

Rick

Bud A.'s Comment
member avatar

Rick is right, they're going to use an app to broker loads, but they'll have a tough time competing. There's no way for them to cheat by ignoring laws and regulations, so their usual strategy for undercutting the existing industry is doomed from the start. Taxi regulations are usually local or state laws, but the trucking business is heavily federally regulated.

Rick S.'s Comment
member avatar

Rick is right, they're going to use an app to broker loads, but they'll have a tough time competing. There's no way for them to cheat by ignoring laws and regulations, so their usual strategy for undercutting the existing industry is doomed from the start. Taxi regulations are usually local or state laws, but the trucking business is heavily federally regulated.

But the difference is, the only thing not regulated, our rates. So they can attempt to be competitive, well under cutting others, and still getting their points.

According to their website, they are paying some pretty decent accessorial's, and other compensations.

Their app is a no more special, then Landstars, and having played with the Landstar app, for an owner operator , they are a pretty good carrier.

But you don't actually lease on Uber, you actually have to have your own MC number, or leased onto a carrier that allows you to look for broker loads yourself.

They really are nothing more than a load board, and I bet some of those loads they have our double and triple brokered.

Rick

Owner Operator:

An owner-operator is a driver who either owns or leases the truck they are driving. A self-employed driver.

HOS:

Hours Of Service

HOS refers to the logbook hours of service regulations.
Page 1 of 1

New Reply:

New! Check out our help videos for a better understanding of our forum features

Bold
Italic
Underline
Quote
Photo
Link
Smiley
Links On TruckingTruth


example: TruckingTruth Homepage



example: https://www.truckingtruth.com
Submit
Cancel
Upload New Photo
Please enter a caption of one sentence or less:

Click on any of the buttons below to insert a link to that section of TruckingTruth:

Getting Started In Trucking High Road Training Program Company-Sponsored Training Programs Apply For Company-Sponsored Training Truck Driver's Career Guide Choosing A School Choosing A Company Truck Driving Schools Truck Driving Jobs Apply For Truck Driving Jobs DOT Physical Drug Testing Items To Pack Pre-Hire Letters CDL Practice Tests Trucking Company Reviews Brett's Book Leasing A Truck Pre-Trip Inspection Learn The Logbook Rules Sleep Apnea
Done
Done

0 characters so far - 5,500 maximum allowed.
Submit Preview

Preview:

Submit
Cancel

Why Join Trucking Truth?

We have an awesome set of tools that will help you understand the trucking industry and prepare for a great start to your trucking career. Not only that, but everything we offer here at TruckingTruth is 100% free - no strings attached! Sign up now and get instant access to our member's section:
High Road Training Program Logo
  • The High Road Training Program
  • The High Road Article Series
  • The Friendliest Trucker's Forum Ever!
  • Email Updates When New Articles Are Posted

Apply For Paid CDL Training Through TruckingTruth

Did you know you can fill out one quick form here on TruckingTruth and apply to several companies at once for paid CDL training? Seriously! The application only takes one minute. You will speak with recruiters today. There is no obligation whatsoever. Learn more and apply here:

Apply For Paid CDL Training