I do see a lot of people spending $$ that they don't have on chrome etc., or I assume that they don't b/c they are whining heavily about how far behind they are.
I disagree with carolinatrucker (Howdy, Neighbor!) on it not mttering if you are leased or pulling for a broker. Many times, because of my truck, I have gotten direct contacts while picking up or delivering a brokered piece.
I've given countless shippers and receivers tours of our truck, had many take pictures and many ask for pictures if I had any to give (I do). I don't do tours in my current little truck, the bunk is less than adequate and other than having a shower etc., is really just a work truck to get me through until my other one is done. Not enough room for walk-thrus in this one. :wink:
Some shippers care, some don't, but rarely do I pick up or deliver without being noticed. Anything good that makes you stand out and starts a dialogue could lead to a valuable contact.
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