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BROKERS

For more details on Real's Brokerage, please visit Real.us

CUSTOMERS

How do I invoice Real Trucking and what should be included?

Please submit the total amount Real Trucking is being charged along with a completed W9 form and send it to accounting@real.us.

What areas does Real Trucking service?

We mostly cover the Midwest, and East coast. A small portion of our loads cover the South.

Can Real Trucking haul hazardous materials?

No, Real Trucking only hauls dried non-hazardous goods and materials.

How do I report a question or concern?

Please email any questions or concerns to feedback@real.us

When was Real Trucking founded?

April 4^th, 2011.

Where are Real Trucking's office locations?

• Headquarters- Broadview, IL
• Hillsborough, NJ
• Lviv, UA

Where are Real Trucking's parking yards located?

• Broadview, IL
• Hillsborough, NJ

SAFETY

How do Samsara cameras help truck drivers prevent moving violations and accidents?

Samsara has in-cab audio alerts, which detects tailgating, speeding, no seatbelt usage, and more. This helps truck drivers improve safe habits and to prevent moving violations from the DOT.

What are truck drivers required to check for a PTI?

Minimum DOT Pre-Trip Inspection requires the following to be checked:

• Service brakes including trailer brake connections
• Parking brake
• Steering mechanism
• Lighting devices and reflectors
• Tires
• Horn
• Windshield wipers
• Rear vision mirrors
• Coupling devices
• Wheels and rims
• Emergency equipment

How to understand if an accident could be preventable?

There are three main indicators that may lead to a preventable accident: Speed, following distance, and weather conditions. Each indicator on its own can lead to an accident. Please contact our safety department for more details.

How can truck drivers plan their work day based on hourof serivce (HOS)?

By checking and monitoring the hours available in the logbook, a truck driver can plan out when the load will be delivered based on mileage, speed limit, and finding a parking spot a minimum of an hour before the driving limits are up.

Why do truck drivers need to pass training?

Why do truck drivers need to pass training? A good driver training program can provide defensive driving instruction and discussions of accident types and can reduce the likelihood of an accident occurring. Additionally, having knowledge of road safety can prevent many of the dangers of the road and make the roads safer for everyone.

What is required during a DOT inspection?

Required Documentation:

• Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
• Medical Certificate.
• Title and Registration.
• Motor Carrier Authority.
• Proof of Insurance.
• Cab Card.
• Daily Log (Paper) and Mounted ELD (Manual and DOT reference Card)
• Bill Of Landing
• Lease Agreement
• State Permits
• Annual inspection for the equipment - Truck and trailer
• International Fuel Tax Agreement (IFTA) Certificate.

How do I correctly read an iPass?

A green light indicates a bypass and a red light indicates that the truck driver must pull into the weigh station. If a truck driver does not receive a light on the PrePass transponder at a weigh station, the driver is required to pull into that station.

Why should a truck driver properly maintain the equipment he/she is driving?

Proper maintenance of the equipment will prevent accidents and improve efficiency. Without properly maintained truck driving equipment, truck drivers wouldn't be able to trust their trucks (and the tools that make them run) to perform at the highest levels of safety.

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How much home time do I get as a truck driver?

Depending on the state you live in, our truck drivers get from every weekend to a few weeks. Your recruiter can inform you about your home time, as well, of course, as to the many benefits we offer to truck drivers at Real Trucking.

How often do truck drivers get paid at Real Trucking?

Our truck drivers get paid every Friday. Not only do we pay promptly and solve any issues quickly, but you get top pay in the industry!