Trucking: CPM on standard loads, free trial periods, middleman


Question
I did some research on getloaded.com and some other website, but I can'realy get price info. I see the loads that brokers are offering but I can't see the price. Can you please tell me what the cpm range or average is if I take any of those loads.  

Answer
Ray, the pricing will be all over the board depending on the lane, the direction, and general balance in the lane.  Since most of these loads are going to be posted by brokers the rates will not be great but they do provide a way to get back hauls and minimize empty miles.  Most of these sites are relatively inexpensive to join and some may even offer free trial periods.  I would try a few and see if they fit your overall business and marketing plans.  Don't rely on them for the total business as you will almost always do better without a middleman.
JIM