A Day In The Life of Hotshot Trucking in 2024 | Hotshot isn’t Dead

A Day In The Life of Hotshot Trucking in 2024 | Hotshot isn’t Dead - Your Hustle is!

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A Day In The Life of Hotshot Trucking in 2024 | Hotshot isn’t Dead - Your Hustle is!
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@dboy1103 6 ай бұрын

Dawg I had a load that was a 90 mile drive. Worst load ever😂. It was 4 Mohawk mobile column truck lifts that were heavy and tall and needed to be tarped!! Loader said once they’re on the deck they won’t move! BS!! Had it chained, strapped and everything! Stopped about 5 times because 2 lifts were about to roll off the sides and they were too heavy to pull back. Turned into a wide load! Then I had to be there at a certain time which I didn’t make because the stops and traffic. And I was in them New York streets! When I got it off my trailer I said thank you Jesus😂😂

@HotshotMacc 6 ай бұрын

Broooo 🤣 I know that feeling!! Never heard of them not moving it after it’s on the trailer, thats some bs for real! But damn in NY too! Glad you made it safely but I bet you had some serious weight off your shoulders when you made that drop lol

@dboy1103 6 ай бұрын

@@HotshotMacc Let me tell ya!

@kemaredwards2703 6 ай бұрын

Respect the movement. Whats the most weight you can carry?

@dboy1103 6 ай бұрын

@@kemaredwards2703 About 9,500lbs

@wichovr6 6 ай бұрын

We’ve all been there haha

@derekpitts5867 6 күн бұрын

Say bro I had a load coming from Broussard, La going to Port Fourchon. Hwy 90 is a rough stretch of real estate on the north end it will literally shake the fillings out ya teeth. It was an awkward load for me as a rookie I had to stop several times to tighten my binders. A fellow trucker stopped and checked on me to give assistance, God keeps his people together much appreciation to him. Lessons learned were making sure chain was kink free before binding and angle of pull in a greater degree. #God got us through and we still pushing #

@goorodriguez2609 5 ай бұрын

First week I started hotshotting I picked up 2 20 WM yard dumpster containers one stacked sideways in the other one going from ATL to NJ was a hectic drive but after that I knew I could haul anything lol

@yrbuddy77 6 ай бұрын

agreed I did a big roof top ac from missoula montana to Tampa Florida and it needed tarped. I was going crazy wanting it off the deck the relief i felt when they lifted it off and signed that BOL brought so much joy to me. For me, in general, whenever i get that BOL signed i get a lil happy inside knowing that's more $$ to add to the war chest immediately after that is I got to find another load.

@HotshotMacc 6 ай бұрын

Ive done one of those but didn’t have to tarp it. That had to be a headache to tarp ! But hell yeah bro when you make that drop and get that BOL signed and confirmation of that money coming through is everything! Thanks for sharing 🙏🏽🫡💯

@MrStrutus 5 ай бұрын

Top of the Morning Big Macc. Hope all is well and happy to see you still hustling. Big up....

@HotshotMacc 5 ай бұрын

Big up!

@Thetrueaqeedahofthesalaf 6 ай бұрын

Dawg your channel is soo inspiring 💪🏾, making a career shift from owning my own landscaping company for the last 8 years, you’re bringing our dreams of financial freedom to reality, keep it coming for us underdogs

@HotshotMacc 5 ай бұрын

You inspire me too. You got this, brother. 🤜🏽💥🤛🏽

@wellthatdidntwork 5 ай бұрын

Safe travels to you bro! Successful loads after loads is what its about. Always be safe on those ladders in those wet conditions too...anything can happen at any time so we gotta stay mindful of our safety bcuz its our livelyhood

@HotshotMacc 5 ай бұрын

That's a fact. You take care too brother.

@anthonypoppo8558 5 ай бұрын

Love your content my Friend. No drama just the boring stuff that is everyday Hotshot. Please keep it coming!!

@HotshotMacc 5 ай бұрын

No time for drama, only time for the grind 💪

@HotshotMacc 5 ай бұрын

Appreciate that! Thanks for watching

@NOVA-VROOM-VROOM 6 ай бұрын

I live in Austin County tx...I'm out of the city and the Brazos river was pretty high level... Stay safe out there...!!!! Good to see another video

@HotshotMacc 6 ай бұрын

The rain has been non stop and I’ve definitely seen some high rivers and bayous. Im surprised we didn’t get more serious flooding but thankfully it wasn’t too bad 🙏🏽🫡💯

@AlbertoGonzalez-tc2ju 6 ай бұрын

It’s been some years back back I to drive a concrete pump truck from Baton Rouge to South Georgia it weighed over 132,000 pounds!!! On edge the whole way one of two of largest pump truck on east coast at that time!!!

@mikekuhl5578 5 ай бұрын

Thanks Bud for continuing your videos, they helped me focus on my goals. You are truly inspirational. And I appreciate you sharing. Thanks.👍😎😎😎

@NOVA-VROOM-VROOM 6 ай бұрын

I had many days like that in the early 2000's when i was doing hotshot delivery ... i had an extended ford E-350 van with a 16' dump trailer hauling pipeline valves...

@HotshotMacc 6 ай бұрын

I hear that! I think we all have experienced those days lol if someone hasn’t then they aren’t really working 🤷🏽‍♂️

@benl4080 4 ай бұрын

Hi Tim love the channel I’ve been following you since day 1. Great content. Future reference next time you have freight with doors that open without explanation just use 1 or 2 straps around it to hold the doors close. Remember D.O.T. Officers do not consider bungee’s as securement always use some type of ratcheting securement for ladder, 7 tarp securement. Keep up the fantastic content, and keep the positive vibe going and shout out to your rock the Mrs. Respect!!!

@sirjones0078 4 ай бұрын

I know your pain MACC. I’m here in San Antonio and carry those a lot. I’ve started putting two of the two inch staps together around the generator to hold those doors. Thanks for inspiring so many of us 💪🏾

@SofaKingTouge 3 ай бұрын

I'm in San Antonio also. Just here trying to learn as much as I can before I get started. I'm leaning towards rv tow away just to get started. I'm a complete noob to this entire industry.

@HotshotMacc 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching brother and relating. I should have done that and put the straps or even bungees but my time was extremely tight to make it back lol. Appreciate the support bro 🙏🏽🫡💪🏽

@user-bx7wd8ck5x 6 ай бұрын

Look good to see you back

@HotshotMacc 6 ай бұрын

Appreciate fam 🙏🏽🫡💯

@wichovr6 6 ай бұрын

Moving some 10-11ft water tanks through the Bay Area . It was windy and they just had an awkward shape to them had to stop multiple times to tighten straps and going under a few overpasses was sketchy AF. I was tense every second of that 3hr drive lol

@HotshotCampingLife 5 ай бұрын

One of my top THREE hotshot channels. Great content. Great spirit. You’re inspiring. Taking my first load today - Ohio to Fort Worth. Stay frosty.

@HotshotMacc Ай бұрын

Appreciate the support fam! Keep doing your thing!

@kayoticbushido 6 ай бұрын

good to see you still on this grind... How is the health stuff going? Stay well!

@HotshotMacc 6 ай бұрын

Still at it brother! It’s going bro, still working on it but it’s been a bit better. Breaking habits are a challenge but we not giving up. Thanks bro 🙏🏽🫡💯

@melzlogic2966 5 ай бұрын

❤One thing i know about you killa,you both stanz on bizness.Keep pushing

@HotshotMacc 5 ай бұрын

I appreciate it brother.

@jalopyjoe3935 5 ай бұрын

It was actually 1-31-24 last haul load of the month 9.5 hour drive from the home base in Va- to Philly area . 3 hours alone was dead stop traffic , just letting this 10hr rest time hit so I can get home , that something to talk about how traffic kills the time , being so close to home but can’t make it , that was my 1-31-24

@Fourandaquarter 5 ай бұрын

Love that setup. 😎

@Toddstjohn 6 ай бұрын

I live about 3 hours north of Houston. This weather has been crazy this winter. Keep looking for the positive because if you're looking for negative you can sure find it. Be safe out there

@HotshotMacc 6 ай бұрын

Most definitely bro, it’s all a choice 💯 And yeah man Im ready for this weather to be gone for good. Seems like it gets worse every year.

@American_Hustle 5 ай бұрын

The beginning of this video made me have a flash back to my high school coach in Alabama. He said “the only 2 things in this world you can control is your attitude and effort” I love getting the game from you OG’s man keep doing what you do and being positive ab it. This video has inspired me and ways you wouldn’t imagine. Definitely ab to sub to the channel ASAP!

@HotshotMacc 5 ай бұрын

Thank you for the kind words my man. Keep on keepin on 💪

@American_Hustle 5 ай бұрын

@@HotshotMacc 💯💪

@justhunt1070 2 ай бұрын

Awesome, thats my hometown!

@newvibesdre6963 5 ай бұрын

Fam, I had a boat I hauled from VT to Cali last summer, and that joint pulled me the whole time 😅😅. Worst ever! Made it, though! 🙌

@bencross5332 10 күн бұрын

I went hard for 3 years with a almost new truck. Over the 3 years i paid off the truck and had my commercial insurance down to 400 a month. It was time to double down and get into a new truck after 3 years and over 500k miles on it. I decided to back out and got my cdl and drive for a company for now. In the future i may get my own semi and get back into O/O work again. But i decided the rates sucked so bad and the cost of maintaining two trucks and trailers and the stress of it all wasnt worth it. I dont regret stopping i also dont regrete doing what i did. I made great memories and like i told the boss at the job i quit before hotshot...rather try and fail then never try at all and wonder what woulda happened...i dont look at it as a fail as i came out of it with no debt at all no insurance claims nothing i also stopped with enough in the bank to put myself through cdl school and cover my familys bills for 4 months while i finished school and found a job

@HotshotMacc 9 күн бұрын

Man thanks for the transparency! This is what life is about, the journey. Props to you for everything you did and endured in this industry. Keep pushing and keep striving forward. Thanks again for sharing!

@bernardgoss9760 6 ай бұрын

Had a load of old rebar cut and put in bags. Crazy to strap down kept moving around and cutting straps left and right. Had scratches all over the place. Plus every time I looked in my mirror seemed the bags were 2 feet outside the trailer rail.

@HotshotMacc 6 ай бұрын

Man that definitely sounds like one to get off the trailer asap! Hopefully you weren’t going too far with it!

@AA-uv3uf Ай бұрын

Your gratitute is a good thing to see bro. Keep at it man. Inspirational and shit.

@HotshotMacc Ай бұрын

Thanks brother! Gratitude is what brings me abundance so I have to spread it. Much love 🫡

@josesandoval2059 5 ай бұрын

Thanks for the videos 👍🏻

@HotshotMacc 5 ай бұрын

Thanks for tunning in!

@ezurmnd 5 ай бұрын

Definitely got to hustle harder now days. With these rates a lot of people dont know how to adjust to this market they expect to make 4 bucks a mile missing opportunity to make small steps. Small steps will get you to a mile

@jonathanmcguire7799 5 ай бұрын

Man I know the feeling.

@NOVA-VROOM-VROOM 3 ай бұрын

What's going on with hotshot youtubers not posting videos anymore...???

@lrizo3841 6 ай бұрын

Bro, there's been a hell alot of times when I'm driven with some lumber that don't want to stay together the hell off my trailer, some messed up ass pallets to Midland fr San Antonio lol you know what I'm saying? 😅 So trust me, I feel ya man.. that sheet sux 😂

@HotshotMacc 5 ай бұрын

It do be like that sometimes, but we gotta do our best always.

@chopjohnlucas7513 5 ай бұрын

Love the videos! I’m looking to get into hot shot trucking with no experience but KZfaq videos and was wondering if you be willing to say the company you first leased on with when you started out? Or if you have any other company recommendations. Planning on starting out non CDL but eventually getting my CDL once I have some capital built up

@Ricardo_Wade Ай бұрын

Everytime I drop and grab the bag there is a feeling I'd say it's like a sense of relief and it feels like the weight was on your back not the trailer, noting Like a peaceful drive home with a empty trailer and that money secured

@HotshotMacc 22 күн бұрын

Hell yeah bro big facts!!!

@fredlopez4228 Ай бұрын

Dropping the load is allways a good feeling lol hahahaha love you content

@HotshotMacc Ай бұрын

Best feeling fr bro!! Appreciate the love 🙏🏽🫡

@gunz9489 5 ай бұрын

I love your videos but I’d love to see a little more of your load securement how and why you chain it the way you do. Great video I love your channel

@HotshotMacc 5 ай бұрын

We occasionally hold in-person cargo and load securement classes. If you're interested, you can learn more at www.macctransportandlogistics.com/training

@Pone1920 5 ай бұрын

Had to transport giant paper rolls... (Smh)... Immediately felt the weight! The company wouldn't let me go to the shipper to take any of them off either. Super upset, so heated! I always got it back to the yard safely (Fortunately...) and I only had to drive just under a few hours. But that was a very uncomfortable "just under a few hours" every time and couldn't wait to get away from that load as soon as I picked it up.

@RedskinzFan 2 ай бұрын

It sucks but it’s easy to be positive while your trucks running, once it takes a shit (and it will) the whole story changes

@HotshotMacc 2 ай бұрын

Everyone handles their own situation how they choose. Im good at being positive either way. My truck been down for a month and a half. Nothing to be in a negative mood about bc shit happens. But to each their own.

@moses9811 5 ай бұрын

U should've put straps over it to keep doors from opening

@briancoffey6814 5 ай бұрын

Probably my worst feeling load was a small freezer shipping container and a 72 chevy truck that came out of a fence row where it had been for 30-plus years. The container door would come open, and the truck was falling apart. I almost turned this load down when I saw it, but my word is all I have, and if people can't depend on it, my business won't survive. That trip was 1800 miles from KY to AZ. By the time I got there, the truck was tarped to keep it together and straps on everything. It was a great paying load but along trip of worries.

@Salvamos-nb7lo 3 ай бұрын

1:11 hola buenas tardes soy de cuba y me encanta sus videos no los entiendo mucho porque no hablo mucho inglés pero el trabajo que hacen me encanta saludos y sigan haciendo videos así ojalá algún día pudiera vivir en los estados unidos sin pensarlo trabajaría en el hotshot mil bendiciones para usted y su familia

@HotshotMacc 9 күн бұрын

Hola! Muchas gracias por tus buenos deseos y por seguir nuestros videos desde Cuba. Nos alegra saber que disfrutas del trabajo que compartimos. Siempre estamos aquí para apoyarte con contenido útil. ¡Mil bendiciones para ti y tu familia también!

@manhandle5707 4 ай бұрын

Hey Macc I can’t ever get a straight answer when it comes to federal and state inspections. I’m from TX but I do run out of state so do I need both a federal and state inspection ?? I get people telling me I just need a federal inspection since it cover all states and other people telling me I just need a State inspection.

@happyrootsfamily1276 5 ай бұрын

Just got my dot number last night now waiting for the mc to get approved

@HotshotMacc 5 ай бұрын

Slowly but surely 🙏

@blackhemisphere247 3 ай бұрын

Where yall at, my boi!!!

@HotshotMacc 2 ай бұрын

What’s up brother! Man just been dealing with some personal matters. Ill be back soon.

@blackhemisphere247 2 ай бұрын

Stay safe, be with God my guy.

@JacintoSantos-yo5pc 5 ай бұрын

All right seen your KZfaq channel on this why not getting a gooseneck trailer with rubberized sightings like the semi truck have, would this be better for you to get what I am talking about. I think in my opinion it could work out but this is an idea for you to think about

@jakeswarm216 5 ай бұрын

Pickup up a load of ADS pipe in WA state in route to Saltlake City UT. Booked it at 5000lbs, ended up weighing 9000lbs. Snow and ice storm the whole way. I called up the broker and got $800 on top of original rate. Still wasn't worth it.

@jonathanmunk1697 4 ай бұрын

Allentown pa. Had 2 big signs made out of pressed foam. Super light should have been a gravy load. An absolute nightmare. Wouldnt stay put couldnt tighten straps down too tight as it would damage the signs eben with edge protectors. Worst 300 miles ever!

@charleswilliams1143 6 ай бұрын

I see ya Yawdie!!! You should have ran 1 strap all the way around for them doors

@HotshotMacc 6 ай бұрын

Man that’s the exact plan I had in kind but they wasn’t with it 😤 but yuh dun know already 🙏🏽🫡🇯🇲

@CowserTire 2 ай бұрын

Mac, I have watched a lot of your videos, and you seem to be very experienced with the hotshot industry. I live in Texas too. I am very interested in doing what you do. What do need to do to get stared?

@HotshotMacc 2 ай бұрын

Thanks bro I take this seriously so I made it my goal to learn as much as I can over the past 3 years. Do you know if you are looking to lease on or start your own authority?

@AngelRivera-wo3rp 5 ай бұрын

Cant leave la casa with that energy bro… love ya but if you want move a side I’m come grab that load for you. Saying it with respect and love… #Motivate #Elevate

@120484dc 6 ай бұрын

Good man dont cut corners it is what it is I know it sucked to tarp that thing

@HotshotMacc 6 ай бұрын

Most definitely not cutting corners, then next thing you know we have a claim. It did suck tho lol

@user-fw5rd3it8f 5 ай бұрын

Not a comment but a question I have a class a CDL I am a local tri-axle dump truck driver. Also have lowboy experience in dump trailer experience in town driving highway driving rule, 2 Lane Rd. driving but I don’t have any over the road experience do you know of any companies that are looking for just drivers I’d really appreciate it if you could help me out. Thanks I love your content and continue to watch.

@deucejordan364 5 ай бұрын

I see you got the good Peerless binders

@HotshotMacc 5 ай бұрын

Yessir 💪🏽

@Javier-kz3vm Ай бұрын

Al principio y con la pista de fondo pensé que estaba rapeando 😂

@HotshotMacc 9 күн бұрын

Lol

@lyndonhamby7432 5 ай бұрын

Nice Rig 👍👍🇺🇸

@HotshotMacc 5 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@ortezpropst5666 5 ай бұрын

Great video. What size tarp is that?

@HotshotMacc 5 ай бұрын

20x27 Lumber tarp 14 oz with 6 foot drop : www.myteeproducts.com/?acc=cf9e7c5f147d43b44d34d6e45d516725

@novavroomvroom3435 2 ай бұрын

I hope you guys are OK... haven't seen any new videos from you guys.... I have lots of questions...I'm ready to get on the road and I'm hoping you guys can help me find a company that I can work non cdl hotshot... I have my own equipment all paid for and I just want to work...

@HotshotMacc 2 ай бұрын

Hey fam, we are good. Just been on a personal journey but I’ll be back with the videos soon. Give the office a call and we should be able to get you leased on with a reputable company. Office #: (832) 500-0043

@dioncurline3266 3 ай бұрын

Hay when you had 32ft how often did you use the ramps looking at doing hot shot with flat deck no ramps what you recommend

@HotshotMacc 2 ай бұрын

I used the ramps often bc I did vehicles as well.

@angelmartinez-xy1no 5 ай бұрын

Awesome vídeos ! Would u recommend this as a side gig ? I am a small business owner and I have a truck capable of doing hotshot. Would it be something I could do when my other business isn’t as busy or is it something you need to dedicate 100 percent of the time !

@HotshotMacc 5 ай бұрын

Truckin's overhead its a bit much to do this part-time or as side gig base on my personal experience it will required 100% of your time.

@albertotrejo8531 5 ай бұрын

Had a big ass grinder i picked up in Iowa going to South Carolina. Thing was awkward as hell, 8 foot wife, 10 foot tall, it just completely destroyed my gas mileage 😂

@HotshotMacc 5 ай бұрын

Man those are the worst! Feels like your driving against a wall 🤣🤣 Im dodging those type of loads unless the money talks 😎

@albertotrejo8531 5 ай бұрын

@HotshotMacc yeah man, learned my lesson the hard way. Stay safe out there brother

@WayneStcroix 5 ай бұрын

Say Mayne how old a truck got to be to start hotshot because I got my CDL and I'm not trying to work for no body but myself if I have to I trade in my car to get a truck

@Brokensoul586 5 ай бұрын

Thinking about getting into Hot shot trucking…I’ve driven everything short of a semi so seems like it’s the thing for me to do. Any advice? Tips?

@HotshotMacc 5 ай бұрын

Absolutely, hotshot trucking can be a great choice if you're experienced with various vehicles. Start with proper equipment, know your routes well, and stay flexible. But remember, make sure to do a lot of research and completely understand what you're jumping into. Good luck out there!

@RetirementFund750 5 ай бұрын

Should’ve just wrapped a ratchet strap around the old compressor and it would’ve secured the doors. Nice video though. I’ve been driving 18 wheelers for 8 years and finally bought me a hotshot setup and my authority just got approved so I’m starting in the next couple weeks hopefully. It’s nice seeing positive videos like yours because most nowadays are talking about how you can’t make it in hotshot anymore… not everyone is the same though so I think with the right mindset and determination you can achieve things that others fail at, like you said keep the good positive things on your mind not the negative things because they will drag you down. I hope you keep getting blessed and I pray I’m working towards my blessings.

@B-Roll-N-Transport 5 ай бұрын

If you're staying primarily in TX, why not run the TX hos clock instead of the interstate clock? When you go off duty with the TX clock, the clock stops unlike the interstate clock. Plus you get 1 extra hour drive and 1 extra hour shift.

@HotshotMacc 5 ай бұрын

Because I don't only stay in Texas, and most of the time i go over the 150 mile radius that the FMCSA allows

@B-Roll-N-Transport 5 ай бұрын

@@HotshotMacc I understand that. Whether you stay within 150 miles or not, doesn't mean you can't use the TX clock. Within 150 miles means you don't have to run a clock. As long as you don't leave the state more than 8 times a month, you're allowed to run the TX clock. If you leave the state, you switch to the interstate state clock and after your back in the state for 8 consecutive days, you can then switch back to the TX clock. And that is per the fmcsa. Been doing that for years......

@lightweightdebrisremoval Ай бұрын

One time I was hauling a full load of cattle and they kept sticking their heads all the way out the sides of the trailer. A few times I thought they’d get their heads took off by passing trucks, light posts and road signs. A bull kept getting his horns stuck in the openings and other tuckers would signal to me to pull over. I must have stopped 100 times for nothing from Texas to Florida. I hated those damn cows. I came close to just in hooking the trailer and leaving them at a truck stop and call the dispatcher and tell them I QUIT!!! I still think about those smelly as cows in my nightmares.

@HotshotMacc 9 күн бұрын

Sounds like quite the experience! Dealing with livestock can definitely have its challenges. Glad you made it through, even though it was a rough journey.

@jamesnelson5700 6 ай бұрын

Every load! Get it off!! 😂

@HotshotMacc 5 ай бұрын

Nah for real!!!!! 💯🤣🤣🤣

@x4x4offroad87 Ай бұрын

Man I'm up here in Central Texas and I'm fixing to start up the hotshot game I need somebody that can mentor me right now and tell me some of the ins and outs of it I've done a lot of research but I can't get anybody to actually tell me this is what I actually need to do I would love the insight I'm trying to go non CDL right now but I love the video man

@3052Dan Ай бұрын

@x4x4offroad87 I have all the hotshot securement items for sale in central Texas if interested

@HotshotMacc Ай бұрын

Hey bro would love to be that mentor for you. We definitely help others in getting started in the industry. We have different mentorship packages available and we tailer them to your needs. Give our office a call tomorrow and we can talk. (832)500-0043. Thanks for watching bro!

@kevinwright3812 3 ай бұрын

What spread sheet you use to keep up with expenses and load pay

@HotshotMacc 2 ай бұрын

We just created one. You can find templates on google

@anastasiszaroliagis5066 5 ай бұрын

Why you do not use a Atego 1523 M. B ?. it is a lot better for the driver ( more space,webasto heater nice bed )...😊 and bisc air brakes...

@HotshotMacc 5 ай бұрын

No idea what you’re talking about bro

@ChaunceyF350 3 ай бұрын

Hey Mac, could you tell me what the monthly might be if I get trailer from Hotshot107 after sign lease with them?

@HotshotMacc 2 ай бұрын

Hey bro, it’s hard for me to say what that might be. Im not sure of their operations right now.

@David-td5po 5 ай бұрын

Looks like the shipper was right about the doors. I would've pulled the bungee cords out and wrapped them all close!

@HotshotMacc 5 ай бұрын

The shipper was talking only about the one that was requested to be tarp for that reason. The one coming back didn’t matter so I paid it no minds. Doors open then they get closed.

@justinbohall3860 6 ай бұрын

Ive got a load right now that im beyond ready to have off the trailer. Its 8000 pounds heavier than the rate con said it was. Im maxed out. And got 8.9 mpg the entire way to Tennessee from Florida. Im at a quiktrip half a mile from my drop. 8 am cant get here dast enough

@deephouse2 6 ай бұрын

Hope you renegotiate your rate since load was way heavier than expected.

@justinbohall3860 6 ай бұрын

@@deephouse2 was able to get a little more but not much. They said I could take it back, but I really didn't want to do that because it was already Friday evening in Florida. I was lucky to even have a load out

@TheOne-wo4cm 2 ай бұрын

I have a question That new replacement trailer can i call Happy trailers and ask for the same trailer you have if possible

@HotshotMacc 2 ай бұрын

That’s definitely possible! Call and ask for Leroy or Randy in Waco, Tx and tell them Macc sent you 🫡

@TheOne-wo4cm 2 ай бұрын

@@HotshotMacc thanks so much

@NOVA-VROOM-VROOM 6 ай бұрын

How and where can I get a twik (or however it's spelled ) card..?

@blcouch 6 ай бұрын

TSA website will have a list of places you can apply for a TWIC at.

@HotshotMacc 6 ай бұрын

We have a link on our website under resources that will take you to the website to apply.

@Therealmontana52 6 ай бұрын

They also have pop up trailers where u can run right in and get it by appointment of course and identigo does it as well

@rileycarr1917 6 ай бұрын

Everytime I load shipping containers I can’t wait to offload them

@JasonM-yg7kd 3 ай бұрын

I agree on that! Super easy to haul, but that wind drag is a killer, and if you have a head wind, say goodbye to your profits, its going into your tank..

@JasonM-yg7kd 3 ай бұрын

Only thing worse then a shipping container is a ISO tank, thats just a damn parachute behind you..

@rileycarr1917 3 ай бұрын

@@JasonM-yg7kd I’ve hauled those too catches wind in every corner I’m from west tn so I’ll pick them up out of east St. Louis and bring them down to Memphis when I’m trying to get to the house doesn’t make much profit but it pays fuel home

@margaritagoings6105 2 ай бұрын

Hi Guys My husband have a Ram 3500 Diesel 8 feet bed. He wants to haul Vehicles, and freight. He was th😅inking to get. 35’5 PjJ Gooseneck trailer. We heard that there is a certain length that has to be. Any feedback on that?

@margaritagoings6105 2 ай бұрын

My husband is asking would that be too long?

@HotshotMacc 2 ай бұрын

Hi, as long as his total setup doesn’t exceed 65ft then he is good. Anything over is a possible violation unless he has a cab chassis registered as a tractor.

@frankyalvarez6240 Ай бұрын

Hey bro whats a good beginner truck something not to expensive?

@HotshotMacc 9 күн бұрын

Hey! For beginners, a good option is to look for a reliable used truck with lower mileage. Models like the Ford F-250/350, Ram 2500/3500 are popular choices that balance affordability with durability. It's essential to consider your specific needs and budget when making your decision. Good luck with your search!

@Daniel-bj8yq Ай бұрын

What do I do to start? and with no money and a cdl A

@HotshotMacc Ай бұрын

More than likely you would need to drive for a company then save up to get your own equipment.

@carter2937 6 ай бұрын

I’d just wrap a strap around that machine to keep the doors closed

@4d_cards 4 ай бұрын

Who do you order your merch with?

@HotshotMacc 9 күн бұрын

We have to companies we are partner with. Email us for more details info@macctransportandlogistics.com

@scottcyrus4874 2 ай бұрын

Been following you for a while love what you doing but you seemed a little whiny about the doors on the old piece opening up it's not that difficult only takes a few minutes to put a 2-inch strap around it so nothing gets damaged or a couple of bungees to hold it shut. It's not that big of a deal but be safe out there keep putting out them videos for us

@HotshotMacc 2 ай бұрын

Thanks. I didn’t have time on my clock to do any of that.

@775seg 2 ай бұрын

How do i get started?

@HotshotMacc 2 ай бұрын

Theres many ways to get started. Depends on what your looking to do.

@MasonMyers-oi6gx 15 күн бұрын

Are you running a 3” ball ?

@HotshotMacc 9 күн бұрын

I honestly can’t remember but I believe it is.

@Scottypowpow Ай бұрын

Put that rain shit on your mirrors and they won’t be all blurry in the rain it’ll just run right off so you can still see fine

@HotshotMacc Ай бұрын

Idk why I didn’t think of that! Good tip! Thanks bro!

@Scottypowpow Ай бұрын

@@HotshotMacc no problem brother. It works great there’s lots of different kinds of rain like sprays and shit like ones you use for your front windshields like that rain-x etc whatever brands best now I forget but you just spray it or clay bar it on or whatever on your mirrors and it makes a massive difference. Doesn’t get all speckled and fogged up with mist it just beads up and rolls off and there’s just a couple bigger drops on it at the worst until they roll off too but your mirror visibility will go from like 10% visibility in rain to like 90% haha. I can’t remember where I seen someone else do it or what but I seen your into to the video where your mirror was all misted up and so I figured I’d throw you that idea to help you stay safer on the road man. Hell even if it’s worn off and your in a bad rain pinch you can even spray like WD-40 on the mirror and it’ll do the same thing but doesn’t last as long

@eddie652 4 ай бұрын

Glass 😢

@justhunt1070 2 ай бұрын

Got a cdl now?

@HotshotMacc Ай бұрын

Yes Ive had it fora little over 2 years now 🙏🏽

@ogzynyl1551 5 ай бұрын

Is your hot shot cdl?

@HotshotMacc 5 ай бұрын

Yes

@christopherarrington7277 5 ай бұрын

You don’t have an auxiliary tank?

@HotshotMacc 5 ай бұрын

Yes I do. 100 Gallon

@christopherarrington7277 5 ай бұрын

⁠@@HotshotMaccgota have it. I didn’t have one for awhile, killing me, but even that extra tank does nothing in them west coast mountains , burn through it. Do you have it gravity fed? Or you pump it?

@christopherarrington7277 5 ай бұрын

@@HotshotMacchow do you feel about taking loads to Mexico? That’s where I live, but I’ve never ran over there. A little nervous but we talking about 5$ a mile all day.

@RedskinzFan 2 ай бұрын

If it’s so good where you been?

@HotshotMacc 2 ай бұрын

Been chillin & working outta sight. Ppl really think everything needs to be shown online in order for things to be good smh

@fourdaughterstransport5212 6 ай бұрын

Was. The title of this aimed at baby lion hotshot

@HotshotMacc 6 ай бұрын

None of what I do is aimed at anyone. That’s not my style. But I’m not even sure why it would be.

@fourdaughterstransport5212 6 ай бұрын

@@HotshotMacc sorry on my feed it was him title hots shots dead then like 3 hours later your video with that title Imma be honest Tim probably should have just thought that and not wrote it but I'm tired and got a 40' and 2 Kaufman 3 cars I can't fill so is what it is.

@grindmodehittaz 27 күн бұрын

why not just strap around them doors

@Turko_truckin 6 ай бұрын

Anything cardboard boxes and shrink wrapped. I hate em🤦🏾‍♂️ especially in the rain

@HotshotMacc 5 ай бұрын

Man thats a fact! Im tired of cutting off shrink wrap bc I’m looking wild going down that road! And boxes definitely don’t help 💯💯🤣🤣

@Turko_truckin 5 ай бұрын

Shipper know that wooden crates would be more sufficient for shipping on a open deck but that would be to much like right.But I did see the cargo nets with ratchet ends work pretty good with keeping things like that intact for the most part. So ig it’s up to us drivers to do all the critical thinking for the cheap 😂. Praying for better days for our trucking community @@HotshotMacc

@86redta 2 ай бұрын

Bro where did you go

@HotshotMacc 2 ай бұрын

I’ll be back. Dealing with some personal matters.

@86redta Ай бұрын

@@HotshotMacc thanks bro for the reply I hope all is well

@cesarsrt8938 5 ай бұрын

Two 20ft ISO tanks (like containers) from Chicago to Houston. Worst f load ever. Never will I move them again NEVER.

@HotshotMacc 5 ай бұрын

Those ISO tanks are pretty awful, and the fuel efficiency while hauling them is not great at all. I know the feeling.

@sjeffreyw 6 ай бұрын

Had load of plastic pipe.

@HotshotMacc 5 ай бұрын

I’ve always stayed away from those bc they just look sketchy. Why do you hate them?

@dieagosllc3884 2 ай бұрын

Most def not "hotshot" tho

@HotshotMacc 2 ай бұрын

Lol ok

@mikelopez4148 Ай бұрын

Hotshot is dead !

@HotshotMacc Ай бұрын

Sorry its dead for you bro

@mikelopez4148 Ай бұрын

@@HotshotMacc I opened a dumpster business same pay as hot shot except I don’t gotta drive far at all $400 a day .

@markvonschober6872 4 ай бұрын

Why not put a strap around the unit to keep the doors from opening? 5min job.

@HotshotMacc 3 ай бұрын

The second one that I picked up I didn’t really care about bc they didn’t. And honestly just didn’t wanna take the time to do it. It was nothing of possible harm.