Vocabulary & Expressions
What does the word load mean in trucking?
A shipment or freight to be transported.
How heavy is the machine?
29,000 pounds.
From which city and state is the load leaving?
Neosho, Missouri.
Which line shows the driver is asking for a higher rate?
“Could you do $2,000 on those?”
Who started the call?
Mitch.
What does out of mean in “Out of Neosho, Missouri”?
It means the load is leaving from that location.
How wide is the machine?
8.5 feet.
To which city and state is the load going?
Moulton, Alabama.
Which line shows the broker is not sure about the price?
“It’s a little bit out of my range.”
What kind of machine is being transported?
A screen machine.
What does the phrase give them a shout mean?
To call or contact them.
How tall is the machine?
11.5 feet.
By what time do they want the load delivered?
Friday morning.
Which line shows the broker is willing to ask the customer?
“I can give them a shout and see what they say.”
What kind of trailer is required?
An RGN (Removable Gooseneck).
What is the meaning of set up in “set up quick while we’re on the phone”?
To complete registration, paperwork, or arrangements.
What was the original rate offered for the load?
$1,750.
When can the machine be picked up?
Any time this week (specifically Thursday before noon).
Which line shows the carrier trying to prove reliability?
“We’ve got pretty high cargo insurance as well.”
How long must the well of the trailer be?
26 feet.
What does the word range mean in “out of my range”?
It refers to limits or acceptable area, often about price or budget.
What was the counteroffer requested?
$2,000.
On which day is pickup confirmed?
Thursday before noon.
Which phrase shows final agreement?
“Okay, cool. Sounds good.”
What will Mitch do after checking with the customer?
He will give a holler back (call back).