I grossed $8,900 this week as a hotshot owner operator 😯

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  • @GT20232
    @GT20232 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I have some great advice for you coming from an owner operater.
    (Your handle) use a Loop wire lock pin. Easier to take the handle off and on.
    buy a half inch drill bit and make the hole bigger where you attach the handle to. Then buy the strongest lock you can find.
    When you drop your trailer put the king pin lock on, then but that thick lock where the handle goes.
    Also very important buy some apple air tags, for IPhone or the ones for android or a really good GPS tracker and paint it black and hide it underneath the trailer somewhere.
    Most people lower the landing gear all the way down. Well someone could just lift that up with a jack. If you raise it as high as it will go its a lot harder for them to lower it, especially if you have that thick lock on the landing gear arm.
    Another piece of advice If possible place a trail cam in a tree at the entrance and by your trailer.
    That way you see their face when they leave and you see the vehicle.
    Well hope that helps! Drive safe brother!

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Hey thanks for the advice. I’ll consider doing that with the handle but it will just make it easier for someone to detach my handle while it’s on the trailer.
      I do use a kingpin lock when I drop my trailer. Usually I raise it higher just so no one can hook up to it. I also leave an AirTag hidden on my trailer 😁👍🏻

    • @lemarcuswilliams6954
      @lemarcuswilliams6954 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      What do you do if your truck break down during hauling a load?

    • @TheTattoedVRpilot
      @TheTattoedVRpilot 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@lemarcuswilliams6954I’m sure you would call broker and receiver and let them both know the situation. Usually they give you a bit of extra time factored in the delivery for breakdowns… that’s why usually you will see like 2 or 3 days delivery on a trip that might take 1 day etc…

  • @charlesholliday1050
    @charlesholliday1050 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Congratulations to ur lady admire ur words of encouragement to all other truckers and God Bless all those truckers who keep the merchandise arriving

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Charles, thank you! 🙏

  • @MidNight302Stallion
    @MidNight302Stallion 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Thank you brother amazing I’m just getting started .🙏🏻💪🏻💯

  • @diannaallmaras3540
    @diannaallmaras3540 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Alex you are doing great! Your information is very help and im looking for a truck and trailer. I have a cdl and drove otr for 13yrs.

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you! I’m happy to hear that I’m helping you out in some way 👍🏻

  • @NoName-xf2nf
    @NoName-xf2nf ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I dig your videos you speak what you know and nothing fancy

  • @gusfernandez8486
    @gusfernandez8486 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Good job man!!! Alway positive and open to show the details on hot shot business!!!

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Thanks Gus!!! I try to be as open as I can. Really no reason to hide anything 😀

  • @Mike-T0523
    @Mike-T0523 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Love ur videos you keep it simple and say facts and not BS appreciate it coming from someone thinking about getting in the business since I’m on the road all the time

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@Mike-T0523 Thank you! Really appreciate that. 👍🏻

  • @oceanbobby5237
    @oceanbobby5237 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I love how tidy and organized you are! Cheers from Hungary!

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you my friend. 🙏 Really appreciate ya!

  • @JarrodHammonds
    @JarrodHammonds 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Great, video! Love the detail.

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thank you! Really appreciate your feedback and happy you enjoyed the video 🙂

  • @johnnyleon9218
    @johnnyleon9218 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for posting.

  • @robrod2782
    @robrod2782 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Awesome video bro, god it was a great week for you! Take care man keep it up 🙏🏼💪🏼 getting me motivated little by little getting started into this business

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Thanks Rob!!! Glad you enjoyed it. It was definitely a great week and I hope it keeps moving in this direction. Only time will tell. Having weeks like this motivates me too 😁👍🏻

  • @codymullican1988
    @codymullican1988 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Best coffee when added with honey! Keep on killing it

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks bro! I’ll have to try that out. 👍🏻

  • @juliomiranda-garcia2959
    @juliomiranda-garcia2959 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome video good luck out there

  • @glennjukes5581
    @glennjukes5581 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Love the videos, Alex. Good luck and be careful on the road-lottsa crazies out there-

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you Glenn! Happy that you are enjoying the videos. Appreciate it. 👍🏻

  • @ivobrasileiro4627
    @ivobrasileiro4627 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Good job Alex you're the best guy!

  • @jamariquai01
    @jamariquai01 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Bro, i enjoyed the breakdown of your loads. Very informative. Im heavily considering hotshot. Im in Cali, and i haven't decided on getting a GMC or Ford. So i can get my insurance for my MC/DOT.

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Thank you for watching and I’m happy you enjoyed the video. I’ve never driven a cord or GMc heavy duty truck so I don’t know much about them. Have you considered a Ram truck?

    • @jamariquai01
      @jamariquai01 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Mr.AlexKogan I'm looking at a few HD Rams. I haven't been behind the wheel of one. So I'm looking forward to comparing them.

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@jamariquai01you’ll like them.

  • @mikerose6600
    @mikerose6600 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Take these things into consideration > Subtract truck/trailer payments, truck/trailer insurance, health Insurance, meals, lodging, fuel, taxes, expected & unexpected maintenance fund (wash,tires,shockes,brakes,etc), tools(Computer, iPad, Cell Phone, straps, tarps, chains, etc), DOT fees, DMV fees, Tolls, Accounting fees (Payroll Taxes). Then create a rainy day fund for when your out of work. That $8,900 doesn't seem like alot after you subtract the essentials. Hard work, Self Control and Professionalism pays off in the long run. That will make you successful.

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  ปีที่แล้ว +17

      Well this is only a week of income. We aren’t subtracting all those expenses from one week but rather from a month of income. You don’t pay your insurance and truck trailer payment every week. We do it once a month. Of course I take all of that into consideration. There’s no way around that 👍🏻

    • @Jester2361
      @Jester2361 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Even if you talk home only half 4k is a shit load of money

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Jester2361 Net is always at least 60% of the gross.

    • @Driller4664
      @Driller4664 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      How do you keep in shape on the road?

    • @AceHigh45
      @AceHigh45 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@Mr.AlexKoganthat just let me know your not doing it right. It’s a weekly breakdown, sometimes even a daily breakdown

  • @hunidddjugg4290
    @hunidddjugg4290 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Very nice setup 💯

  • @Bu11dog_Actual
    @Bu11dog_Actual ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Hey Alex, glad i stumbled upon your channel! I'm running 26-footer and thinking about getting myself into car hauling and possibly hotshotting (I got a pick up truck with the flat bad currently hauling vehicles). Do you mind sharing what loadboard does your dispatch use and whats your maximum weight capacity? Thanks in advance.

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Hey welcome to the channel. I honestly don’t remember what load board they use. I think it’s Truck Stop. As for my maximum weight I can put in the trailer, I am estimating 15,000lb which I never try to do but considering all the tarps, chains, straps and ratchets and all the other stuff stored in the trailer, 15,000 is max.

    • @Rapture47
      @Rapture47 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      DAT loadboard we mostly use but this guy has air ride which has massive payout according to the market right now

  • @rodneytatman449
    @rodneytatman449 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The pin lock can be bypassed by dropping your stem and putting in another one. A lock on the stem bolts is a must if you wanna use a hitch lock.
    Btw chains aren't needed with a 5th wheel. Also if you were running a gooseneck ball you can't have the chain and break away hooked to the same point.

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Well someone has to be driving with a gooseneck stem or whatever it’s called looking for a trailer to steal in the same spot that I’m in for it to happen. They must really want the trailer.
      Also I’ve asked dot on the chains and they said since we are for hire, we have to have the chains. Non DOT regulated tv puller don’t. Strange. I actually want the chains for the piece of mind if anything happens and the trailer breaks loose.

  • @rafaellopez4275
    @rafaellopez4275 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    How much on gas + other expenses such as food etc…

  • @ronny9370
    @ronny9370 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Can you please make a video on how you do your logbook I just got a rig trying to find out how to drive longer then the book, and how the wiegh stations work

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  11 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      lol. That’s illegal to drive longer than the log allows you and you want me to make a video about it? 😁

  • @zacharyfarmer497
    @zacharyfarmer497 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I’m loving the vids bro I live Chicago but work in Bolingbrook driving a 26 footer box truck for a liquor company delivering 4 days out of the week and recently my little brother started hauling and he just offered for me to start hauling for him and in a few months save up enough money to get me a box truck or something similar to what you have this is a sign for me to get started he lives in Murfreesboro TN and his wife is his dispatcher and she suggested I work for them this is a sign bro it’s crazy.im so familiar with this drove a forklift for 6 years and worked in a steel meal for a few years

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@zacharyfarmer497 Thank you! Give it a try and see how that goes for you. I don’t know much about box trucks.

  • @ddgaming1476
    @ddgaming1476 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey sir, I just came across your channel, good content I have a suggestion you take the handle to your landing gear off why not get a hitch pin and use it for the handle then your not having to unscrew the bolt Everytime you pull it..... Just a suggestion

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  ปีที่แล้ว

      Than you! Good idea with a hitch pin but it’s no big deal to take the bolt off. Takes 30 seconds. 👍🏻

  • @badawyeissa3778
    @badawyeissa3778 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Morning brother

  • @stevenmchenry9276
    @stevenmchenry9276 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Great video

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thank you!

  • @usmcmsgt5487
    @usmcmsgt5487 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thats a super longggggggggg trailer. Not going to lie this looks like a fun and relaxing (highway miles) type of job..... My little truck (2023 Silverado ZR2) not build for this kind of work.

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It is long but not like the semi trailers. You get used to it and it’s not hard to maneuver with it. You do need a good powerful truck to pull it with a load. It can be relaxing at times and stressful at other times. Depends where you are driving.

  • @brandonp5656
    @brandonp5656 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome setup!

  • @SmerzJoshua
    @SmerzJoshua 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    IM Planning starting my own Hot shot business and I have few questions about Hot shots

  • @WalkDifferent369
    @WalkDifferent369 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I've noticed you twist your straps when you throw and strap them vs strapping them flat and straight. Is there a method/reason for this?

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  23 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      @@WalkDifferent369 The twist is so they don’t vibrate in the wind.

    • @WalkDifferent369
      @WalkDifferent369 23 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@Mr.AlexKogan Thanks

  • @bronxchick2997
    @bronxchick2997 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I was wondering if you were going to tarp lol good job though. I think I would be tarping everything just for extra security. My anxiety would be more at ease lol you vids are ASMR ❤

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thank you! I actually hate harping. Takes up so much time to tarp and untarp. Once you start doing this job you’ll feel more comfortable and you will not want your tarp everything. Trust me.

    • @DakotaCockrell
      @DakotaCockrell 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Question, kinda dumb but I’m just starting non cdl. When picking up loads what are some recommendations on knowing how to load it on the trailer. As far as weight distribution and where to put it

  • @fernandoarriagada5112
    @fernandoarriagada5112 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great 👍🏻 regards from Chile 🇨🇱

  • @michaelhall1980
    @michaelhall1980 ปีที่แล้ว

    8:28 😅😅oh u thought the shippers were stoopid huh...

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  ปีที่แล้ว

      I didn’t think anyone was stupid. They told me it was the only two things and then later remembered there was something else.

  • @summertymeTV
    @summertymeTV ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Good work

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you!!! Appreciate the positive comment.

  • @anthonyvelez242
    @anthonyvelez242 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Like ur set up!!! I'm trying to get my cdl so I can load heavier would have to redue set up! Have 2500 ram if u b have a.y pointer would be appreciated thanks bro

  • @nojnoj3069
    @nojnoj3069 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Good for you..

  • @mesasavea8225
    @mesasavea8225 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome brother!! May asked what state or city you are base at? I’m from Honolulu, Hawaii think of doing this soon.✌️🤘

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you! I live in Florida.

  • @jgunzgalore
    @jgunzgalore 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    when yo twist the straps like that on the ac units do it help with the wind slap

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@jgunzgalore Yes.

  • @lowlightguy6606
    @lowlightguy6606 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video Alex question would you be able to do a little video of your trailer would like to know more about it the length of weight, the gross weight cost year etc.

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you! Yes I can definitely make a video of the trailer. It will mot be my next video as I have other video ideas planned but I will try to make it soon. Any specific things you want to see about it?

  • @scott4742
    @scott4742 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great video! I’m in the process of getting my CDL and want to get into hotshotting. Any advice would be greatly appreciated! How much did your truck and trailer cost?

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks! Truck and trailer were north of $100k

  • @joe2689
    @joe2689 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Wondering who do you use for dispatch, factoring, and insurance? I saw your MC form date was 6/14/23. With all the videos and everyone saying how bad trucking is you still took a chance at it. What's your opinion on how to be profitable in this market? Your videos look authentic and your not trying to “sell” people stuff like almost everyone else on TH-cam. I'll keep watching!

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  ปีที่แล้ว +12

      I use a company based in another country for dispatch Fir Factoring I use RTS Financial and insurance is Berkshire Hathaway but will most likely be a diff company at renewal. As to an approach to be profitable there’s a lot to talk about. I will make a video about it soon. I’m as honest as can be in my videos. If it’s slow I’ll tell how bad it is or if it’s good like this week I’m honest about that as well. No point of making things up. A lot of drivers on TH-cam do make up stories I believe because when you comment their videos they never reply. Glad to hear you enjoyed the video. Appreciate your support and stay tuned for upcoming videos with more info.

    • @joe2689
      @joe2689 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Mr.AlexKogan thank you for the quick reply! May I ask why do you use a company based out of the USA for dispatch? I thought too maybe you were using load boards? Thanks again! Thinking about getting into it myself. I Work for local steel delivery (flatbed) out in PA. I see a lot of turnover within our company for 10 full time drivers. Most guys come in wanting to work 40hr work weeks and be home every day like 9-5 jobs but that never happens. Also a lot of guys think throwing straps and jumping up onto bed looks easy but once you start pushing, pulling and moving steel to adjust load they realize it’s physical work and end up quitting. I enjoy the physical aspect of local flatbed but if I can hustle and get loads I don’t see why I can’t be profitable too…we’ll see!

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@joe2689 There’s no specific reason as to why I use a company that’s based out of another country. That’s the dispatch company I worked with when I was working as a driver for someone. Had good experience with that dispatch company so went with them when I started my own company.
      Yeah loading trailers and strapping and chaining and if you have to tarp can get challenging and physically demanding. So fir the guys who think it’s easy, this type of work isn’t for them. We will not get into talking about doing this in the winter time, that’s a completely different experience.

    • @joe2689
      @joe2689 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Mr.AlexKogan lol winter time is when I get all the Over time I want because guys drop like flys. It’s like once you say the word “tarp” we can’t keep anyone at my job. Yeah winter sucks but it’s called “work” for a reason. We don’t drop and hook trailers it’s definitely physically demanding and that’s a great idea to get a planet fitness membership to keep in shape on your resets, etc. to some degree you can always tell who is driving flatbed when walking around a truck stop. The old guys at my job are still in pretty great shape. Please send me your dispatch company so I can look into them. Thanks !

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  ปีที่แล้ว

      @@joe2689 can you email me or message on Instagram? There should be those links in the about section of my channel.
      instagram.com/mr.alexkogan?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==

  • @neelsswierstra4603
    @neelsswierstra4603 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    America's transport cost must be very expensive i see all the trucks carry normally only a 1/4 of there capacity. Get a good warehouse and make bigger loads to different places,customers get better rates or the contractor that do the transport. In South Africa you won't get a truck that move empty,if we don't get return loads then you have to wait for it

  • @freeeagle6839
    @freeeagle6839 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    good luck bro.

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@freeeagle6839 Thanks!

  • @brandonfoxworth2131
    @brandonfoxworth2131 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What year is your truck. Wish I can work with you and become great friends until I ready to branch off

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@brandonfoxworth2131 My truck is a 22. I am not hiring anyone. Sorry.

  • @neiljackson8313
    @neiljackson8313 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Awesome vid man. You run a tight ship. I'm 52 years old and sick of being in my office and seriously considering getting into this. Do you have your CDL? Not sure where to go on that one. Do you work for a company (dispatcher) or do you find your own? Forgive my ignorance on this.....

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you! I couldn’t work in a building myself. Like to be out and about. I work for myself and I have a dispatcher to find my loads but I also have a load board that I
      Keep an eye on. I have a CDL but that’s only needed if you want to be more than 26,000lb total weight truck trailer and load combined. I think if you don’t have a CDL, in today’s market you’ll be struggling.

  • @jessefincham8899
    @jessefincham8899 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I was worried I’m to slow to get into it. But I do know what a bucket is.

  • @user-jr1pj9lq2t
    @user-jr1pj9lq2t ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi bro !! I am in French Guiana nothing to compare to the US!! But for my own business (sourcing, procurement AND delivery to the client) I a considering using my pickup truk mitsubishi L200 and a flat bed trailer. Your video are nice. You take your time to do the right thing!!! 🎉

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! Appreciate your positive feedback🙏👍🏻

  • @aafaqomar354
    @aafaqomar354 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    And please tell me the fuel cost for a HOTSHOT..??
    Like how much the fuel cost would be for 1000 miles ..??

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I can’t answer that because it’ll depend on the truck, type of trailer you have, type of load on the trailer and what part of the country you are driving in.

    • @aafaqomar354
      @aafaqomar354 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@Mr.AlexKogan
      I Tennessee and for almost 10k lbs..??

    • @aafaqomar354
      @aafaqomar354 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      40Ft hotshot

  • @aafaqomar354
    @aafaqomar354 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hope u are doing well..
    Am a dispatcher
    Can you please tell me how to arrange partial loads for my Carrier..??
    Any useful tips..??

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Hey! Sorry I can’t help out with that as I’m not a dispatcher.

  • @queuing89
    @queuing89 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Keep the handel in your truck and get a longer bolt to put through it, no need to screw the nut on it every time, just push the bolt in, wind your legs and return handel to truck, easy

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah I take the handle with me in the truck when I leave the trailer. I also drop my AirTag in the trailer so I can track it 😀 I don’t mind putting the nut on the screw when I put the handle back on but your idea will be considered.

  • @terrancejones8175
    @terrancejones8175 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great video! Hey is there a way to secure 2 loads at the same time before committing to go 2k miles or do you have to just book partial loads and make it work along the way?

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@terrancejones8175 Thank you! It’s possible to secure two loads before picking up your first one. That’s where a dispatcher comes in very handy. It’s much easier for them to do this on the computer because they have a team of other dispatchers that help them. I’ve had two loads booked at once before picking up my first one.

  • @justinmcurrie1
    @justinmcurrie1 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Where can I get a good dispatcher to find loads for me while I just puck up and deliver I'd be happy with 2-4$ mile

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@justinmcurrie1 We would all be happy with $2-4 per mile. Send me a message on Instagram.

  • @АхметовТигрлан
    @АхметовТигрлан 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Very very good 👍

  • @edwardgumbrecht9764
    @edwardgumbrecht9764 ปีที่แล้ว

    Alex, Im new to the industry and was wondering if you used a factoring company.

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes. I use a company called RTS

  • @masonlee94
    @masonlee94 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’m thinking about going solo been in the trucking industry for years but not as a hot shot before it will be my first time doing hot shot tell me more because I got the pick up and a CDL Driver thanks

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  ปีที่แล้ว

      What would you like to know?

    • @masonlee94
      @masonlee94 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Mr.AlexKogan I had my own truck before everything I know is about big trucks pulling a reefer I have never pulled a flatbed before and being honest I want out the big truck, been looking at hot shot for a while, and had been looking at a lot of videos about it, and I just decided to reach out to ya because you seem more real

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  ปีที่แล้ว

      @@masonlee94 Thank you! I’m happy to answer any questions you may have. Hotshot is pretty much the same as a semi just in a different truck and trailer. Same dot rules apply.

  • @robswan
    @robswan ปีที่แล้ว +1

    great vid thanks

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you! Glad to hear you enjoyed it 👍🏻

  • @DeeSm0ke
    @DeeSm0ke 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    As a hot shot truck owner. I just want to give you a smart investment advice. To save you money and time when doing trips. Invest in an auxiliary fuel tank. Helps on the way and gives you less stop and more fuel. Max out my trip by 1200 miles just by having that installed on the truck.

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thanks but I’ve had an auxiliary fuel tank in my truck since day one. RDS. 😃👍🏻

    • @DeeSm0ke
      @DeeSm0ke 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@Mr.AlexKogan do have the gravity auxiliary fuel tank ? I don’t see that one on the bed of your truck.

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@DeeSm0ke Yes. Here’s a video of my truck setup. You can see it there.
      th-cam.com/video/rxK-o7GCgQs/w-d-xo.htmlsi=GRl2PIPVQiuz21rM

  • @claycarpenter8625
    @claycarpenter8625 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Does anybody hire drivers to do this? I love being on the road but dont wanna drive an 18 wheeler. I work with a guy that haul lumber on a hotshot and two box trucks for windows and doors and he said he would get a truck and trailer and I could drive it but people are saying rates are horrible right now and dont want him to do that just for me. Looking for conpanies that know all the ins and outs and established already

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      There are companies that will hire you but you’ll have to find them somehow.

    • @claycarpenter8625
      @claycarpenter8625 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @Mr.AlexKogan well it is what it is lol. Thanks

  • @orangindonesiatinggaldiame6420
    @orangindonesiatinggaldiame6420 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hello sir. Can you please assist me how to start hot shoting job? Thank you

  • @TimHollis3006
    @TimHollis3006 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Don’t leave that DEF out in the sun

  • @Champ088n
    @Champ088n ปีที่แล้ว

    Appreciate the video. Friend how long is your flatdeck?

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you for watching and supporting. My trailer is 40ft long.

  • @zekefreak333
    @zekefreak333 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Partial brokers suck. How are you going to get an appointment for a partial load. You need FCFS to make it in this market. Gives you time to pick up other loads

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@zekefreak333 Exactly 👍🏻

  • @thechubbsjochez
    @thechubbsjochez ปีที่แล้ว

    New guy here. Whats with the twist on the straps. I see a lot of hotshots do this. What for?

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  ปีที่แล้ว

      What’s up new guy 😁 it’s so the straps don’t vibrate from the wind. Pay attention to tall loads on the road where straps aren’t twisted. They vibrate like crazy.

  • @scotmockup
    @scotmockup 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hey Alex.. do you use Truck Stop App or how do you find loads?

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I do but mainly my dispatcher books all my loads.

  • @crownmode1018
    @crownmode1018 ปีที่แล้ว

    Please SHOW us how you get loads and what companies are hiring you or contract with you ????!

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  ปีที่แล้ว

      I have a dispatch company that finds loads for me.

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  ปีที่แล้ว

      @Skiff4079 I have my own authority and I use a dispatch service to get loads for me so I don’t know much about the load boards.

  • @2843Jesse
    @2843Jesse 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great info, quick question, why twist the straps?

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Twist the straps on taller loads so the strap doesn’t vibrate from the wind.

    • @2843Jesse
      @2843Jesse 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@Mr.AlexKogan that makes sense. Prob super annoying on the highway with straps vibrating. It would drive me crazy.

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@2843Jesse you don’t always hear it unless you have a container but it can loosen the straps.

  • @mikecrump4211
    @mikecrump4211 ปีที่แล้ว

    Did the dealership fix filter issues, or do you have to keep taking back to get new one put on continuously ?

  • @bronxchick2997
    @bronxchick2997 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I just got my CDL but would this load have been able for a non CDL to carry?

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I don’t remember what load was in this video. To be non cdl you’d have to know the weight of your truck and trailer and then find a load so all three add up to less than 26,000lb.

  • @ianlucas00
    @ianlucas00 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What do you think is better, Hotshop or Car hauling? I want to do something but I don’t know

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@ianlucas00 I can’t say much about car hauling because I don’t know much about it. Don’t want to give you false info.

    • @ianlucas00
      @ianlucas00 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@Mr.AlexKogan thank you very much I appreciate your honesty

  • @jl909-nr5vx
    @jl909-nr5vx ปีที่แล้ว

    This is cdl hotshot, no? And with a dispatcher and all costs (fuel, insurance etc)...what do you suppose you will bring home after expenses of that $8900?

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Well you can’t base take home after all expenses after one week. I have to see what the full month will be like to calculate the numbers. Yes cdl.

    • @jl909-nr5vx
      @jl909-nr5vx ปีที่แล้ว

      On good months you make 10-15k...but if it is not a good month...are you able to pay your expenses? Seems like everyone has gotten out of HS in the last year or two. Has to be hard to make a decent living...or so it would seem.@@Mr.AlexKogan

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@jl909-nr5vx even on a bad month I’m still able to pay all my bills. I can’t speak for the ones that hit out of hotshot business but there are plenty hotshot drivers still hustling.

  • @TitusPullo08
    @TitusPullo08 ปีที่แล้ว

    How many day to pick all 3. How many days to deliver all 3.

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  ปีที่แล้ว

      At this time I don’t remember how many days to pick up and how many to drop off. All of it took a week.

  • @paulica121ify
    @paulica121ify ปีที่แล้ว +1

    you don't have anti-slip carpets, the angle between the straps and the trailer is less than 35 degrees (the strap is close to zero value) and the very good straping with the pipes....you are ready and safe to go

  • @user-eh5cr4or6k
    @user-eh5cr4or6k 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Wow, Alex I fill for u. After reading through the comments I don't know how you handle such negativity without just completely ignoring it.
    Stay safe out there and just ignore the negativity and keep doing what you're doing.

  • @jamesfalls3310
    @jamesfalls3310 ปีที่แล้ว

    Why didnt you add another p/up.more weight or more money.

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  ปีที่แล้ว

      Whatever I could get, I got.

  • @mesasavea8225
    @mesasavea8225 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Do you have to have a CDL for hauling?

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  ปีที่แล้ว

      No.

    • @mesasavea8225
      @mesasavea8225 ปีที่แล้ว

      Is it better if you have one?

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  ปีที่แล้ว

      @@mesasavea8225 It gives you options for heavier loads. Non CDL you have to be under 26,000 lb Truck,trailer and load together.

  • @jermainenelson3751
    @jermainenelson3751 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Flawless 😊

  • @AlfieWhobrey
    @AlfieWhobrey 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hey I’d really like to talk to you more about this, I’m in RV transport but looking to change over

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Ask and I’ll try to answer.

    • @AlfieWhobrey
      @AlfieWhobrey 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@Mr.AlexKogan are you cdl or non cdl
      And what dispatch do you use I would like to get started doing hot shot

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@AlfieWhobrey I am CDL as non CDL is very limited in this market. As for dispatch company I don’t give that info out unfortunately.

  • @joe24-7
    @joe24-7 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Where do you get your loads from I'm trying start hotshot Business thanks

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Load boards. There are several different ones.

  • @MaseratiRAY
    @MaseratiRAY 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    It took you a week to load up your trailer to hit the road or am I tripping ?

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Trippin. 🤣 I did a load from Illinois to Virginia, then I picked up three loads from there within 2 days.

    • @MaseratiRAY
      @MaseratiRAY 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@Mr.AlexKogan thank god I was trippin 😭😭

  • @JASE101
    @JASE101 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Whats your fuel mileage on a load like this woth your rig?

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Can’t remember ok that particular load but it will all depend what part of the country you drive in, if there are mountains or not.

  • @tomumzel
    @tomumzel 20 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Good job

  • @DylanBallard-i5x
    @DylanBallard-i5x 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I was considering getting into hotshoting how do I go about getting started?

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@DylanBallard-i5x your best bet is to Google that info. It’ll tell you step by step.

  • @JesusSaucedajr
    @JesusSaucedajr 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What size trailer are u using

  • @EmmettWilder
    @EmmettWilder ปีที่แล้ว

    U have the exact trailer I want .. yes indeed

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      If you want I’ll sell it to you 😁

  • @lahondafolk4334
    @lahondafolk4334 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    How much is your net profit after expenses if you don't mind sharing?
    Im not changing careers from being an excavating contractor....lol😂

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I grossed $220k last year and spent $40k on fuel.

  • @frankyvillalobos1230
    @frankyvillalobos1230 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow man great loads. Cuz the market is bad. As we all know, the loadboards having bad percentages and all. Using any dispatching bro? Blessings 👍

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah I agree. This week was a great one. I do use a dispatch service to book my loads because doing it myself would be hard while working. The market is awful right now and diesel prices once again went up unfortunately.

    • @frankyvillalobos1230
      @frankyvillalobos1230 ปีที่แล้ว

      I could see that man. Great job. Sounds good man that’s the way to go, mainly cuz being busy driving and tarping or strapping so I agree. Yes it is man. A lot of owner operators are just sitting back at home mainly cuz of the rates and yes diesel is going back up.

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  ปีที่แล้ว

      @@frankyvillalobos1230 Can’t afford to just sit home. I used to work a 3 week on 1 week off schedule but when business declined I started hitting the road for 2 months. It’s tough being away from your family that long but hopefully things are getting better.

    • @frankyvillalobos1230
      @frankyvillalobos1230 ปีที่แล้ว

      I agree bro totally. Yes mainly everyone was doing that but now it’s different. Yes sacrifices have to be made sometimes. Hopefully man. We just have to put our trust on the almighty above and trust in him that he’ll do the impossible for everyone that’s in this industry. Alright man won’t take much of your time. God bless you man. Safe trips 👍

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  ปีที่แล้ว

      @@frankyvillalobos1230 i completely agree with you. Don’t worry about taking up my time. I enjoy the comments and replying to them. Appreciate your support 👍🏻

  • @elinserio8162
    @elinserio8162 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    With a CDL set up, you should make that money. Good job Sir 👍🏽

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thank you! I agree with a CDL setup we should be able to make this type of money but the market is not that great right now so it’s not that easy.

  • @jrhendershot1936
    @jrhendershot1936 ปีที่แล้ว

    How much of it is profit after all costs and how many do you make that much and how many dead head miles

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  ปีที่แล้ว

      I’m sorry didn’t understand the question.

  • @glennjukes5581
    @glennjukes5581 ปีที่แล้ว

    That black steel thing is a front loader bucket.

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  ปีที่แล้ว

      Nice! I couldn’t figure out what they are called. lol. Thanks. 👍🏻

  • @asadullahajmal9998
    @asadullahajmal9998 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Jason Statham of hotshots! cool content man.

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thank you! Haha. Jason Statham of hotshot. That sounds cool. I’ve been told about the resemblance many times. 👍🏻

  • @ABIELYASHARAHLA
    @ABIELYASHARAHLA 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Alex, how long is your trailer?

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      40 ft

    • @ABIELYASHARAHLA
      @ABIELYASHARAHLA 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@Mr.AlexKogan sry dude I just watched your video about your trailer. Thanks for the info though.

  • @DavidGolden-b7p
    @DavidGolden-b7p 15 วันที่ผ่านมา

    If applicable pickup trailer payments maintenance trailer repairs n so on

  • @themustinsfamilymilitaryli8545
    @themustinsfamilymilitaryli8545 ปีที่แล้ว

    What size gooseneck do you run?

  • @blakejulian6878
    @blakejulian6878 ปีที่แล้ว

    Those were loader buckets. There was no pins or place to put pins for an excavator.

  • @evanoliver44
    @evanoliver44 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hope u make video how they will pay for u and how long it will took?Thank u

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  ปีที่แล้ว

      You just upload your rate confirmation and signed BOL to your factoring company app and they deposit the money to your bank account the next day.

    • @martingomez2611
      @martingomez2611 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wow it’s that fast? No net 30 or waiting around a couple weeks for a check in the mail?

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@martingomez2611 As long as you are using a factoring company then it’s the next day. If you don’t have a factoring company and you wait for the broker to pay then it’ll take 30 days.

  • @juliennathan7351
    @juliennathan7351 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just out of curiosity, why did you twist the straps? Is there any reason for it?

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      So they don’t vibrate from the wind.

  • @EmmettWilder
    @EmmettWilder ปีที่แล้ว

    Is that a mega cab with a stationary 5 th wheel 😮😮

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  ปีที่แล้ว

      Not a mega can but I do have a fifth wheel. Factory installed.

  • @justinjames4641
    @justinjames4641 ปีที่แล้ว

    Roughly how much do u have to spend in gas

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  ปีที่แล้ว

      Fuels is always different because prices always change and depending on the part of the country you are in, also depends if there are mountains. Anywhere from $800-1500 per week. Depends on what type of load you have and how far it goes.

  • @zachm7966
    @zachm7966 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Where at in Missouri do you live?

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I live in Florida. My parents are in St. Louis.

  • @manoelfelipe2702
    @manoelfelipe2702 ปีที่แล้ว

    It’s under 26k pounds? Do you need CDL?

    • @Mr.AlexKogan
      @Mr.AlexKogan  ปีที่แล้ว

      If you are under 26k then you don’t need a CDL. I am over 26k so I have a CDL.