Starbuck Transport

04/29/2024

And off to auction it goes!
Thank you Gator Made Trailer for your service!

12/09/2023

ch-ch-changes...time to shift down and switch direction
Two years ago, Steve and I made the exciting decision to start our own trucking company: Starbuck Transport

In two years:
*We have traveled 100,647 miles
*Revenue average: $2 per mile
*We have spent $67,597 in fuel
*We have replaced 30 tires total on the truck and trailer

In April of 2022, our very first cargo was a shipping container to Spokane - and have since moved dozens more shipping containers, along with tractors, construction generators, lumber, steel piping, giant construction tubes, vehicles, industrial trash compactors, ATV's, Humvees for the military, and tons and tons of grapes for local wineries in Woodinville

We traveled all over Washington, Idaho, Montana, Oregon and California

We have seen some of the most stunning countryside in the nation and incredible wildlife like bears, dear, elk, and moose

We have braved major snow storms, wind storms, rain storms, brutal cold and suffocating heat

Most importantly, we have met some of the most generous people and forged new friendships

Starting Starbuck Transport was exceptionally challenging, as the trucking industry is one of the most regulated businesses you can engage in.

At times, it has felt like we needed advanced degrees in transportation law, International Fuel Tax Agreement regulations, Insurance law, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulations, advanced math and calculations, IRS laws and more.

Our company motto has always been: You get what you give.
In addition, our other company motto is: Don't be a dick.

Early on, Steve and I decided it was crucial we run this company with integrity and graciousness. We have strived to deliver excellent service while staying competitive and fair.

Its been an amazing ride, but it's time to put it in park.

We have decided to not move forward with Starbuck Transport, BUT believe us when we say we are absolutely so glad we pursued this dream of running our own company.

We have learned so much and are confident we could do it again, just not trucking. Its an extremely expensive endeavor that we just can't sustain. (Who knew Washington state would consistently be in the top three of THE MOST EXPENSIVE FUEL in the country??)

THANK YOU all for the amazing support over the past two years

Steve and Marina
p.s. are we selling the trailer? are we selling the truck?
YES TO BOTH - link to the trailer in comments below. we haven't listed the truck yet

09/06/2023

Laboring on Labor Day! But wouldn’t have it any other way…Harvest 2023

09/04/2023

Let harvest 2023 begin! On our way to drop bins in eastern, Wa then pick up grapes!

09/01/2023

Talkin' bout my GENERATOR...
(Its not actually our generator, but c'mon...you have to admit referencing The Who was just too good to pass up)

Got to take this to Richland, WA today. Guess you could call it a 'portable generator'...JUST A LOT BIGGER

Side note: a certain Starbuck Transport driver used to work for HERC...

07/21/2023

I wanna Shasta…I wanna thrill, I want it now…I wanna SHASTA!

07/20/2023

California Dreaming…excited we got to take these wine tanks to the Golden State to an olive oil company!

07/09/2023

Container Farming…

07/08/2023

07/07/2023

Trying to “contain” our excitement while waiting…

06/15/2023

🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦 Oh Canada! We did a thing several months ago, and figured we got lost in the bureaucracy…
Just turned out to take a while!
Canucks, here we come!

06/06/2023

https://www.instagram.com/reel/Cso8Ha0gPBl/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link

The link above is definitely not how we roll...but it is amusing.
Meanwhile, we took this from Shoreline, WA to Portland, OR on Monday.
Notice just one truck hauling another...