Drop and Hook
Dropping a loaded trailer and picking up a pre-loaded one, minimizing wait time.
Definition
Drop and hook (also called 'drop-n-hook') is a loading method where a driver drops their empty or loaded trailer at a facility and immediately hooks up to a pre-loaded trailer waiting in the yard. This eliminates the wait time associated with live loading/unloading, which can take 2-4+ hours. Drop and hook is preferred by drivers because it maximizes driving time and earnings.
Why it matters to you
Drop and hook is the difference between a paid day and a lost one. You swap a loaded trailer for an empty and go, instead of sitting through a live load. Accounts built on drop and hook run more miles per clock hour, which is why they often out-earn jobs with a higher advertised rate. Worth asking about specifically — it rarely appears in the advert.
FAQ
What does Drop and Hook mean?
Dropping a loaded trailer and picking up a pre-loaded one, minimizing wait time.
Why does Drop and Hook matter to a driver?
Drop and hook is the difference between a paid day and a lost one. You swap a loaded trailer for an empty and go, instead of sitting through a live load. Accounts built on drop and hook run more miles per clock hour, which is why they often out-earn jobs with a higher advertised rate. Worth asking about specifically — it rarely appears in the advert.
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