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Frequently Asked Questions

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HOW TO BECOME AN OWNER OPERATOR WITH PDP?

There are two ways how you can become an Owner Operator with PDP:



1) With ONLY $500-$1000 down payment in hand (remaining broken down into payments) we can help you find a combination of truck and trailer. Current Down payment offer may expire without notice. Without promotion, Down Payment depends on the equipment make, model, odometer and year. Equipment terms will be walk-away-lease-to-own though our sister company EGP Legacy Equipment LLC. For available equipment list, please CLICK HERE. You will receive $750 startup assistance bonus towards your startup cost from PDP.



2) Buy or lease a truck via ANY third party financing outside of PDP, and sign on with PDP. ANY third party financing company can be used.

WHO ARE BUSINESS TRUCK OPERATORS (BTO)? DOES PDP HIRE COMPANY DRIVERS?

PDP does NOT hire company drivers, PDP ONLY CONTRACTS OWNER OPERATORS or BUSINESS TRUCK OPERATORS (BTO). PDP qualifies and enforces FMCSA policies for BTOs who drive their own equipment or BTOs who hire other drivers to drive their trucks under PDP's MC authority.

WHAT IS THE STARTUP COST FOR OWNER OPERATORS OR BTO AT PDP? WHAT IS STARTUP ASSISTANCE BONUS?

PDP currently has a promotion called STARTUP ASSISTANCE BONUS (AMOUNT OF $750.00), that is used towards paying for your trucks apportioned registration, set up fee, insurance down payment and etc. This bonus will show on your payroll transaction history online after the contracting process is complete. The bonus will be yours to keep as long as you stay under PDPs MC authority for minimum (1) one year. If you leave PDP before (1) one year, the bonus will be charged back in full.

WHAT ARE THE OPTIONS ON TRAILERS FOR OWNER OPERATORS OR BTOs? HOW MUCH DOES A TRAILER COST? WHAT ARE THE LEASE TERMS FOR TRAILER?

Trailers are available for rent or lease, new or old. Down payment on trailers is required and it will be broken down into weekly affordable payments. (SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY) The RENT prices are as follows:


Van $137-$190/week

Reefer $170-$275/week



Walk-away-lease-to-Own program is though EGP Legacy Equipment Leasing and equipment is subject to availability. Terms vary depending on each trailer's year, make and model.

HOW DOES THE CONTRACTING PROCESS WORK?

The first step is to fill out our QUICK MOBILE APPLICATION (CLICK HERE). Once we receive the app, we will let you know within 48 business hours (depending on how busy we are) if you are CONDITIONALLY APPROVED. After conditional approval we will contact you to schedule orientation via phone call and/or video conference call using Skype. Orientation usually takes 1-2 days. At the end, you will be arrive to the office to pick up plates, equipment and documents before you are able to book your first load.

WHAT DOES CONDITIONALLY APPROVED MEAN?

It means you must pass three conditions to finalize your contracting process:
1) Pass pre-employment drug screen test (which is arranged during orientation in Cedar Hill TX)
2) Be accepted by our insurance. Based on your MVR (Moving Violations Record) and PSP (Roadside Inspection Violations).
3) Pass orientation via phone call and/or video conference call on Skype.

WHERE WILL ORIENTATION BE? WHERE IS ORIENTATION LOCATION?

Since 2020, we perform all orientation via phone call and/or video conference on Skype and you come to the main office in person at 975 S Highway 67, Suite A, Midlothian, TX 75104 towards the end to finalize anything that could not be done virtually.

DO Y'ALL PAY FOR ORIENTATION?

No, PDP does not pay for orientation. However, Owner Operators or BTOs receive STARTUP ASSISTANCE BONUS, which will be used towards your startup cost in the amount of $750.00.

HOW DOES ORIENTATION WORK?

The orientation will be for 1-2 business days, depending on the following:
(A) Trucking industry knowledge or FMCSA regulations test.
(B) Driving Test and PTI. PDP is not a driving school, you must be able to drive and inspect a truck on your own. Driving test is approximately one hour long. Training is NOT availability at this time.
(C) Tablet/phone application training. Every Owner Operator or BTO is required to utilize a tablet/phone application, that PDP shows you during the orientation. This training will include, taking a picture of the BOLs and emailing to our billing department, Motive logbook training (Formally KeepTruckin), how to check your 24/7 online live payroll, how to self dispatch and receive rate confirmation via email.

NOTE: Dispatch AI software access setup and coaching how to maximize your profits using this new secret weapon to stay ahead of the competition.

Maximize Your Profits with PDPs Dispatch AI Software that optimizes your routes to stay ahead of the competition. Dispatch AI can plan routes around your home to continuously come back home often and still make money. No Dispatching Experience Required. Our Dispatch AI empower you to choose the most profitable lanes and help you decide HOW, WHEN, and WHERE to drive. The Dispatch AI software offers the best lanes to the markets that are good in your area, specific to your settings and preferences.

DO YOU HAVE TRUCK DRIVING SCHOOL?

PDP does not have a driving school, you must be licensed to drive and inspect a truck on your own. Driving test is approximately one hour long. Training is NOT available at this time.

HOW LONG IS ORIENTATION?

The orientation will be for 1-2 business days, because that is approximately how long it takes to receive the drug test result also. It does depends on how quickly you can understand everything there is to learn of course.

HAS ANYONE FAILED ORIENTATION? WHAT ARE FAILED ORIENTATION REASONS?

Yes, however our intention is to contract an Owner Operator (BTO) after the orientation is completed. During orientation we get everything ready so you can get loaded with your first load after orientation in Cedar Hill TX. If Owner Operators or BTOs fail orientation, no traveling cost will be covered.



Failed orientation reasons are:

(A) Disagreeing with company safety policy

(B) Bad or destructive behavior

(C) Failed driving test and PTI knowledge

(D) Disregard for FMCSA regulations.

(E) Refusal to utilize the tablet/phone applications for any and all of its intention.

(F) Failing drug test

HOW DOES PDP DISPATCH WORK? WHAT IS SELF DISPATCH?

PDP promotes Owner Operators or BTOs to SELF DISPATCH. This means that Owner Operators or BTOs are given a load board access to call on the loads that they are interested in and negotiate the deals on their own. Once the load has been accepted by an Owner Operator or BTO, tell the broker/customer/shipper to email the paperwork to dispatch@pdptruckinginc.com and PDP will complete all necessary paperwork. Owner Operators or BTOs will receive the actual rate confirmation from the broker/customer/shipper after PDP personnel sign it.

Maximize Your Profits with PDPs Dispatch AI Software that optimizes your routes to stay ahead of the competition. Dispatch AI can plan routes around your home to continuously come back home often and still make money. No Dispatching Experience Required. Our Dispatch AI empower you to choose the most profitable lanes and help you decide HOW, WHEN, and WHERE to drive. The Dispatch AI software offers the best lanes to the markets that are good in your area, specific to your settings and preferences.

CAN I SELF DISPATCH? CAN I BOOK MY OWN LOADS? CAN OWNER OPERATORS CHOOSE THEIR OWN ROUTES?

YES, PDP promotes SELF DISPATCH. PDP HAS NO FORCE DISPATCH.

Maximize Your Profits with PDPs Dispatch AI Software that optimizes your routes to stay ahead of the competition. Dispatch AI can plan routes around your home to continuously come back home often and still make money. No Dispatching Experience Required. Our Dispatch AI empower you to choose the most profitable lanes and help you decide HOW, WHEN, and WHERE to drive. The Dispatch AI software offers the best lanes to the markets that are good in your area, specific to your settings and preferences.

HOW DOES HOME TIME WORK?

At PDP, all Owner Operators or BTOs are self-dispatched. You can plan on going home whenever you want.

Maximize Your Profits with PDPs DISPATCH AI Software that optimizes your routes to stay ahead of the competition. Dispatch AI can plan routes around your home to continuously come back home often and still make money. No Dispatching Experience Required. Our Dispatch AI empower you to choose the most profitable lanes and help you decide HOW, WHEN, and WHERE to drive. The Dispatch AI software offers the best lanes to the markets that are good in your area, specific to your settings and preferences.

CAN I BE HOME EVERY DAY OR EVERY WEEKEND?

At PDP, all Owner Operators or BTOs are self-dispatched. You can plan on going home when ever you want.

Maximize Your Profits with PDPs DISPATCH AI Software that optimizes your routes to stay ahead of the competition. Dispatch AI can plan routes around your home to continuously come back home often and still make money. No Dispatching Experience Required. Our Dispatch AI empower you to choose the most profitable lanes and help you decide HOW, WHEN, and WHERE to drive. The Dispatch AI software offers the best lanes to the markets that are good in your area, specific to your settings and preferences.

WHAT IT TAKES TO MAKE MONEY AS A BTO?

We believe the following are simple but mostly underestimated reasons that will decide if you make money or not:
1) ON TIME DELIVERY. We understand in trucking, delays happen and they are to be expected, but repeated late deliveries at Owner Operator's or BTOs fault is unacceptable.
2) COMMUNICATION. In case there is a delay or problem, it must be communicated immediately, so PDP Office/Broker Agent may plan accordingly and be able to act on it, to be able to recover the load. We are a team. "Us (Owner Ops) against them (office)" mentality wastes a lot of time and money for everyone.
3) BALANCED HOME TIME. Its up to you to balance your home time. However prolonged home time and/or down time is the most common underestimated cost that influences BTOs budget. Have a plan/strategy, know your numbers, and stay home as much as you like. Dispatch AI can plan routes around your home to continuously come back home often and still make money.
4)
WORKING HARD AND SMART.
Balancing budget, striving to earn the most Gross and save the most on expenses is what will make you more money. And it takes both working HARD and SMART to be successful Owner Operator or BTO.

HOW LONG ARE WE OUT?

At PDP, all Owner Operators or BTOs are self-dispatched. You can plan on going home when ever you want.

Maximize Your Profits with PDPs DISPATCH AI Software that optimizes your routes to stay ahead of the competition. Dispatch AI can plan routes around your home to continuously come back home often and still make money. No Dispatching Experience Required. Our Dispatch AI empower you to choose the most profitable lanes and help you decide HOW, WHEN, and WHERE to drive. The Dispatch AI software offers the best lanes to the markets that are good in your area, specific to your settings and preferences.

HOW ARE OWNER OPERATORS OR BTOs PAID?

Owner Operator or BTOs will be paid SAME BUSINESS DAY the load is invoiced. After you deliver, you will use a tablet/phone to take a picture of the BOL or POD documents and send it via email to our billing department. Cut off time is 12PM CST. Last day of the month cut off time is 11AM CST. If you deliver 2-3 weeks a week, you get paid 2-3 times a week.


For example: If you deliver a load on Monday morning, email it before cut off time, we process the ACH Payment same day and you will have your funds in your bank available on Tuesday morning.


NOTE: Proof of Delivery Documents must be a good copy and it must be accepted by the factoring company.

WHAT WILL OWNER OPERATOR OR BTO EARN? CAN PDP GUARANTEE PROFIT?

If Owner Operator or BTO follows recommended budget on expense, reaches recommended goals and strategically balances its home time and/or down time to maximize net profit, then BTO will SURELY make profit. Utilizing Dispatch AI is also a secrete weapon to maximize your net profit when utilized correctly as couched by PDP Team.

However, PDP will NOT guarantee profit because everyone says they understand the above statement and assure they will work hard and smart, but not all Owner Operators or BTOs deliver on their promises. PDP does guarantee to offer good environment and share strategies to maximize each trucks potential for maximum net profit income.

HOW MUCH DO YOU PAY PER MILE?

PDP DOES NOT pay Owner Operators or BTOs per mile. Its 85% from gross loads revenue negotiated by the Self Dispatched Owner Operator or BTO. ADMIN FEE => 12% + FACTOR FEE => 3% which equals total of 15%.

DOES PDP CONTRACT TEAM OWNER OPERATORS?

Yes, we do. The percentage will be same 85% to the truck, but with capability to deliver more loads, truck will get make more gross and the fixed expense will stay the same. Only floating expense like fuel for example will change.

DO Y'ALL HAVE A RIDERS OR PASSENGER PROGRAM?

Yes, we do. A separate insurance policy has to be purchased through OOIDA. Driving with unauthorized riders or passengers means immediate terminated contract and a fine of $3000 for misconduct by contract. This applies to EVERYONE.

WHERE DO YOU RUN?

We cover all 48 continental states of the USA. Some of our Owner Operators or BTOs usually chase the seasonal peaks around the USA. We go where the money is at. Using our Dispatch AI Software can help you plan routes around your home to continuously come back home often and still make money. We DO NOT go into Canada or Mexico.

IS EQUIPMENT ASSIGNED TO THE OWNER OPERATOR/BTO OR THEY CHANGE? DOES PDP HAVE DROP AND HOOK TRAILER LOADS?

We do not have drop and hook. BTO may rent or lease equipment from PDP. The equipment is allowed to be taken home. If you are planning to take off for extremely long time, then you will be required to return the PDP's rented or leased equipment to Cedar Hill TX office and then you will be eligible to pick up another trailer once you are ready to head out again.

TELL ME ABOUT PDP TRUCKING INC, WHO IS PDP?

PDP is a mid-size carrier company who contracts ONLY Self Dispatching Owner Operator or Business Truck Operators (BTO). At PDP, Owner Ops or BTOs have full control over their dispatch which gives them full control over HOW, WHERE and WHEN they drive. PDP was established in 2006. Family/team work environment, where people have names, not just numbers. PDP's services focus is to maximize each truck's potential every month all year round. Setting goals per truck and reaching those goals every month all year round is priority.



PDP's services ensure that BTO deliver loads PRODUCTIVELY. PDP is DEDICATED to our customers, owner operators and employees. PDP endeavor to be PUNCTUAL on every service we provide.At PDP, all Owner Operators or BTOs are self-dispatched. You can plan on going home when ever you want.

Maximize Your Profits with PDPs DISPATCH AI Software that optimizes your routes to stay ahead of the competition. Dispatch AI can plan routes around your home to continuously come back home often and still make money. No Dispatching Experience Required. Our Dispatch AI empower you to choose the most profitable lanes and help you decide HOW, WHEN, and WHERE to drive. The Dispatch AI software offers the best lanes to the markets that are good in your area, specific to your settings and preferences.

HOW DO I GET PAID?

Owner Operators are paid 85% to the truck. You will receive the actual customer's rate sheet for every load. PDP is very transparent with its financials, with 24/7 online payroll access, you can track all transactions.

WHERE DOES PDP CONTRACT OWNER OPERATORS FROM?

An Owner Operator or BTO must reside in any of the 48 states of USA and be licensed with CLASS A CDL. We do not contract outside from USA, Alaska or Hawaii.

WHAT ARE THE REQUIREMENT / QUALIFICATIONS?

The following are minimum requirements to be conditionally approved by PDP:
➤ ONE YEAR verifiable DRIVER/OWNER OPERATOR experience

➤ NO SELF-DISPATCHING experience required if utilizing our Dispatch AI Software

➤ Owner Operator must be at least 25 years of age
➤ CDL Class A
➤ No recent DUI, DWI (case by case will be reviewed)
➤ No recent Drug Convictions (case by case will be reviewed)
➤ Must Pass a DOT Background Screening
➤ No recent felonies (case by case will be reviewed)
➤ Current Medical Card (must be self certified)
➤ Completed QUICK MOBILE APPLICATION
➤ Pass Pre-Employment Drug Test
➤ Stable Job History
➤ No repeated bad habits on MVR and PSP
➤ Hazmat, Double/Triple or any other endorsements are not required, but good to have.
➤ TWIC Card is not required, but good to have.

DOES PDP HAVE THEIR OWN AUTHORITY? IS PDP AFFILIATED WITH ANY OTHER CARRIER?

PDP has our own MC Authority and USDOT. We are NOT affiliated with any specific customer or broker. We have a good relationship with different customers that we like to work with, but PDP is not owned by any other company.

WHAT TYPE OF TRACTORS DO YOU RUN?

PDP does have trucks but our sister company EGP Equipment Legacy Equipment LLC has access to new semi-trucks (85% are 1-5 year old trucks, Freightliner, Kenworth, Peterbilt, Volvo). Some of the trucks have APU, 70 inch sleepers, and refrigerators. Both automatic and manual transmissions.



There are two ways how you can become an Owner Operator with PDP:



1) With ONLY $500-$1000 down payment in hand (remaining broken down into payments) we can help you find a combination of truck and trailer. Current Down payment offer may expire without notice. Without promotion, Down Payment depends on the equipment make, model, odometer and year. Equipment terms will be walk-away-lease-to-own though our sister company EGP Legacy Equipment LLC. For available equipment list, please CLICK HERE. You will receive $750 startup assistance bonus towards your startup cost from PDP.



2) Buy or lease a truck via ANY third party financing outside of PDP, and sign on with PDP. ANY third party financing company can be used.

WHAT TYPE OF TRAILER DO BTOS RUN?

BTOs at PDP mostly have VAN, REEFER, STEPDECK, FLATBED or RGN trailers ranging from 2013 and newer models.


➤ 48' - 53' x 102" Flatbed or Step deck,
➤ 53' x 102" Dry Van or Reefer.



There are two ways how you can become an Owner Operator with PDP:



1) With ONLY $500-$1000 down payment in hand (remaining broken down into payments) we can help you find a combination of truck and trailer. Current Down payment offer may expire without notice. Without promotion, Down Payment depends on the equipment make, model, odometer and year. Equipment terms will be walk-away-lease-to-own though our sister company EGP Legacy Equipment LLC. For available equipment list, please CLICK HERE. You will receive $750 startup assistance bonus towards your startup cost from PDP.



2) Buy or lease a truck via ANY third party financing outside of PDP, and sign on with PDP. ANY third party financing company can be used.

WHAT IS OVER THE ROAD TRUCKING?

The primary function of the Over the Road Owner Operator or BTO is to operate various semi tractor-trailer combinations for extended periods of time, over long distances between company/customer facilities, terminals, yards or worksites in order to pick up, transport and deliver freight in a safe, timely and efficient manner. As part of this function, Over the Road Owner Operator/BTO strap, tarp, drop, hook, spot or otherwise interchange equipment for loading or unloading at various locations under varied conditions. Over the Road Owner Operators/BTOs are subject to the Hours of Service Regulations of the United States Department of Transportation.

Owner Operators/BTOs are not required:
a) Have a hazmat endorsement,
b) Have double or triple endorsement.

PDP operates in 48 continental states of USA. The states driven will depend highly on your own decision where to run.

Home time will depend on where the Owner Operator's/BTO's home terminal is located. Using our Dispatch AI Software can help you plan routes around your home to continuously come back home often and still make money.

HOW MANY MILES WILL I DRIVE?

A solo Owner Operator/BTO will run 2500 miles to 3500 miles per week. Week takes 3-8 calendar days depending on the Owner Operator/BTO, load and road conditions.

HOW CAN I REACH SOMEONE? WHAT IS THE CONTACT INFO?

Dial 877-250-4789 and choose one of the following prompts:

11 - Recruiting

9 - Administrative or BTO Integration Team

8 - Billing Team

2 - Dispatch or Shipping Specialist Team

WHAT KIND OF LOGS DO Y'ALL USE? PAPER LOGS OR ELECTRONIC LOGS?

PDP uses Motive (Formally KeepTruckin) logs. Its an app that can be downloaded on any android, iPhone, windows or mac computer/tablet/phone.
Motive Logs are ELD per FMCSA regulation requirements and they are connected to the trucks computer.

DO OWNER OPERATORS HAVE TO TOUCH FREIGHT?

No, Primarily all loads are Owner Operator/BTO no touch. Less the 5% of the loads require Owner Operator/BTO touch.

ARE YOUR TRUCKS GOVERNED?

NO, your truck will not be governed if you are an Owner Operator with your own truck. Some of our PDP/EGP trucks that we lease out are governed because of factory settings, but that can be changed.

ARE THERE ANY BENEFITS? DO Y'ALL OFFER PAID VACATIONS?

BTOs are NOT employees, therefore PDP does not offer any benefits or paid vacations for BTOs.

WHAT IS Y'ALL PET POLICY?

Pets are allowed, but additional $500 deposit will be required for EGP leased trucks. Owner Operators/BTO with their own trucks can have as many pets as they desire without deposit.

IS THERE AN EQUIPMENT AGE LIMIT FOR OWNER OPERATORS/BTOs COMING ON WITH THEIR OWN TRUCKS?

No, there is no equipment age limit, but the truck has to pass DOT inspection at location of our choosing, and your PSP (roadside inspection violations) must pass our point system. We will pull your PSP and MVR reports after you fill out our QUICK MOBILE APP.

DO YOU HAVE FUEL SURCHARGE? DO YOU HAVE FUEL DISCOUNTS?

PDP does not have fuel surcharge, because we are not paid per mile, nor we pay BTOs per mile. Everything is based on the Gross Load amount per each load every time depending on the current fuel prices and the market. PDP does forward ALL fuel discounts to the Owner Operator/BTO. Thousands are given back to in discounts to owner operators/BTOs. All truck stops discounts are instant (example: TA, Petro, AM Best, Wilco Travel Plaza, Speedway, Pilot, Flying J, etc.)

DO OWNER OPERATORS/BTO HAVE MAINTENANCE PROGRAM AT PDP?

Any equipment that are leased or rented from PDP/EGP, are required to have a maintenance plan, it depends on the equipment. If you own your own equipment, you may choose to enroll in the maintenance plan too. The maintenance plan is simply putting aside funds every Friday for rainy day, that you can use anytime you need it. Owner Ops/BTOs who utilize maintenance program get better rates and terms when over advance is needed in case of a major break down.

HOW FAST CAN I GET INTO A TRUCK? WHAT IS EQUIPMENT AVAILABILITY?

We recently switched to ONLINE ORIENTATION and getting everything READY before your arrival and starting date. This allows you to get everything ready before you are ready to come on. But if need to, we are flexible and committed to get you going as fast as humanly possible.



There are two ways how you can become an Owner Operator with PDP:



1) With ONLY $500-$1000 down payment in hand (remaining broken down into payments) we can help you find a combination of truck and trailer. Current Down payment offer may expire without notice. Without promotion, Down Payment depends on the equipment make, model, odometer and year. Equipment terms will be walk-away-lease-to-own though our sister company EGP Legacy Equipment LLC. For available equipment list, please CLICK HERE. You will receive $750 startup assistance bonus towards your startup cost from PDP.



2) Buy or lease a truck via ANY third party financing outside of PDP, and sign on with PDP. ANY third party financing company can be used.

DOES PDP HAVE BROKERS LICENCE? IS PDP A SHIPPER, CARRIER OR BROKER?

PDP is a TRUE trucking service company. Our main focus is to maximize each Owner Operator or BTO's potential. PDP does not have a Broker license, and PDP is not a shipper, only a trucking Service company.

WHAT IF I WORK HARD AND SMART, WHAT WILL I MAKE? WHAT IS TAKE HOME AMOUNT? WHAT IS WORKING HARD AND SMART?

WORKING HARD means you will strive to deliver loads on time, communicate, maximize gross income, balance your home time, and embracing the OVER THE ROAD TRUCKING LIFESTYLE. Using our Dispatch AI Software can help you plan routes around your home to continuously come back home often and still make money.


WORKING SMART means you save on necessary expenses, update you budget frequently and be aware how to maximize your net profit. For example Fuel is the number one expense in trucking business. Some Owner Operators/BTOs spend 40% of gross for fuel and others as low as 20% of gross. Although it does matter what equipment you are driving, how old the equipment is, or if there is a mechanical issue with the equipment, most of the time it is a fact that an Owner Operator/BTO's bad habits can account for majority of unnecessary fuel spend. Even if the truck does not get good fuel economy, spending 40% and more is considered due to Owner Ops/BTOs bad habits. Here is an example with numbers:


Week Gross Income = $5000

20% of Gross Fuel = $1000

40% of Gross Fuel = $2000



Based on this example, WORKING SMART would be when an Owner Operator/BTO is trying to use as less fuel as possible, and save as much of that $1000 different for him self, instead of giving it away to the oil companies.

WHAT ARE THE LEASE OPTIONS ON TRUCKS FOR OWNER OPERATORS? HOW MUCH DOES A TRUCK COST? WHAT ARE THE LEASE TERMS FOR TRUCKS? DO LEASE TRUCKS HAVE MAINTENANCE PLAN?

There are two ways how you can become an Owner Operator with PDP:



1) With ONLY $500-$1000 down payment in hand (remaining broken down into payments) we can help you find a combination of truck and trailer. Current Down payment offer may expire without notice. Without promotion, Down Payment depends on the equipment make, model, odometer and year. Equipment terms will be walk-away-lease-to-own though our sister company EGP Legacy Equipment LLC. For available equipment list, please CLICK HERE. You will receive $750 startup assistance bonus towards your startup cost from PDP.



2) Buy or lease a truck via ANY third party financing outside of PDP, and sign on with PDP. ANY third party financing company can be used.

WHAT IF I DON’T HAVE A DOWN PAYMENT? WILL PDP WORK WITH OWNER OPERATOR/BTO ON THE DOWN PAYMENT?

PDP requires all Owner Operators/BTOs to put at least $500 down payment on any of their lease trucks. If you want to start as an Owner Operator/BTO from the beginning, you must put a down payment.



There are two ways how you can become an Owner Operator with PDP:



1) With ONLY $500-$1000 down payment in hand (remaining broken down into payments) we can help you find a combination of truck and trailer. Current Down payment offer may expire without notice. Without promotion, Down Payment depends on the equipment make, model, odometer and year. Equipment terms will be walk-away-lease-to-own though our sister company EGP Legacy Equipment LLC. For available equipment list, please CLICK HERE. You will receive $750 startup assistance bonus towards your startup cost from PDP.



2) Buy or lease a truck via ANY third party financing outside of PDP, and sign on with PDP. ANY third party financing company can be used.



HOW MUCH IS INSURANCE PAYMENT?

If you own or lease the equipment from third party, Physical Damage Insurnace must be taken separately by your own insurance. We recommend OOIDA, but you can insure though any insurance company.



If you lease a truck and/or trailer from EGP, then the Physical Damage Insurance depends on the value of the equipment, it can be from $20-$100 per week, the brand new truck & trailer is the higher number and the older equipment is lower amount, everything else is in between.



Cargo, Auto Liability, General Liability, and Trailer Interchange Insurance is all combined into one insurance and payments are $100-250/week.



PDP's insurance renews on every July 1st. The Insurance will be prorated per day if you sign up in the middle of the year. The price might change slightly because of prorating.

WHAT ARE GOING TO BE MY FIXED EXPENSES / FLOATING EXPENSES?

All Expenses depend on each BTO's (Owner Operator's) set up.



FIXED EXPENSES:

➤ TRUCK PAYMENT: Due every Friday if the truck is Leased though EGP. If you have your own truck, then this does not apply to you.

➤ TRAILER PAYMENT: Due every Friday if the trailer is Leased though EGP. If you have your own trailer, then this does not apply to you.

➤ INSURANCE: Due every Friday, the amount varies approximately from $150/week - $350/week total. The higher price is if you have a brand new equipment and both truck and trailer is leased though EGP. The lower price is if you had your own truck and trailer. Everything else is in between. This amount is known during orientation.

➤ IFTA: There is a $100 charge per truck per quarter to calculated IFTA plus the IFTA charges which depend on where you drive. If you drive in expensive states (PA, CA, OR) and DO NOT fuel there, you will pay a lot on IFTA. If you stay away from high tax states then you will pay very little IFTA.

➤ ELD: There is a $300 deposit on the ELD device which is covered by the $750 start up bonus assistant that you receive from PDP.



FLOATING EXPENSES:

➤ ADMIN FEE of 12% from each Load

➤ FACTORING FEE of 3% from each Load

➤ FUEL is posted in 5-30 min after you fuel. Fuel discounts are included at the point of sale and all are given to the BTO (Owner Operator)



OTHER TEMPORARY START UP EXPENSES:

➤ FUEL RESERVE DEPOSIT: We charge $100 per week until full $1500 is funded. This amount is used as fuel collateral. It stops after 15 weekly payments. This is mandatory for all BTOs (Owner Operators).

<strong>WHAT IS DISPATCH AI?</strong> IS THERE ANY DISPATCH COACHING/TRAINING TO COME ON WITHOUT SELF DISPATCHED EXPERIENCE?

Maximize Your Profits with PDPs Dispatch AI Software that optimizes your routes to stay ahead of the competition. Dispatch AI can plan routes around your home to continuously come back home often and still make money. No Dispatching Experience Required. Our Dispatch AI empower you to choose the most profitable lanes and help you decide HOW, WHEN, and WHERE to drive. The Dispatch AI software offers the best lanes to the markets that are good in your area, specific to your settings and preferences.

The intention is ALWAYS for you to become a self reliable Self Dispatched Owner Operator and really know how to make GREAT money.

Do you offer OTR and regional owner-operator opportunities?

Yes. PDP supports both OTR and regional opportunities depending on your equipment profile, preferred lanes, and freight availability. During onboarding we align your goals with realistic lanes, market conditions, and dispatch expectations.

What trailer types can I pull with PDP?

PDP supports dry van, refrigerated (reefer), step deck, flatbed, and certain specialized trailer combinations depending on compliance and market demand. Your trailer type affects lane options and rate strategy.

How does self-dispatch work at PDP?

PDP is built for self-dispatched owner operators. You negotiate and book your own freight while PDP provides support systems, compliance guidance, and operational structure to help you run your business effectively.

Does PDP help with detention and lumper documentation?

Yes. We recommend clear rate confirmations and proper paperwork practices. PDP provides process guidance so you can document detention and lumper charges correctly and reduce avoidable revenue leakage.

What are your compliance expectations for owner operators?

PDP expects strict adherence to FMCSA safety and compliance requirements, timely document handling, and policy-aligned operations. Consistent compliance supports long-term profitability and onboarding success.

Can I apply if I already own my truck?

Absolutely. Owner operators with their own equipment are welcome to apply. PDP can review your current setup and discuss which trailer and lane strategies align best with your goals.

How quickly can I start after applying?

Start time depends on document completion, verification turnaround, and orientation scheduling. Submitting complete, accurate paperwork is the fastest way to move from application to onboarding.


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