^^^^^THIS
My current trainee just found out that if you make a wrong turn it could take 30 miles to find a way to turn around and there are lots of 8 to 10% grades!!!! Her exact words.... "I found the Cabbage Pass of the east". Many customers don't have parking and for new drivers it can be difficult
One the bright side....regional at prime is usually in a lightweight with easier turns and backing.
Truck stops are few and far between and many are paid only lots. Then you still have to maneuver and almost hit other trucks. After 4pm forget it. You ain't getting a spot.
Usually refers to a driver hauling freight within one particular region of the country. You might be in the "Southeast Regional Division" or "Midwest Regional". Regional route drivers often get home on the weekends which is one of the main appeals for this type of route.
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NE regional is hard because there's a ton of freight and trucks up there, and no parking. Its also really tight. The roads for the most part were designed for horse and buggy, not 70 foot rigs. Same with shippers and receivers. They weren't designed for 53ft trailers so the maneuvering space is really tight. So its just hard all around. Idk if there's any Prime specific reasons but I know I dont like it up there. Unfortunately I live in PA so I usually end up having to deal with it anyhow
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.
Regional:
Regional Route
Usually refers to a driver hauling freight within one particular region of the country. You might be in the "Southeast Regional Division" or "Midwest Regional". Regional route drivers often get home on the weekends which is one of the main appeals for this type of route.
OTR:
Over The Road
OTR driving normally means you'll be hauling freight to various customers throughout your company's hauling region. It often entails being gone from home for two to three weeks at a time.