Hello guys,

I have been following this discussion for awhile and I don't get it.....Technically, Service Engineers or technicians are the highest paid employees at a dealership. It is the nature of the beast. Road techs are provided with service trucks to use in the course of their work. Many drive them to and from home to job sites or the shop. The service van is primarily designed to, are you ready, service the customer, not the van driver.... I understand some of the discussions but you know if you think you are getting abused with time and pay, speak to your company about it and see if there is a way to clear it up...If not you have two choices, follow the guidelines or change employment, but for heavens sake don't complain...As the person who mentioned the 1099 form. Almost al companies that provide a company car to employees receive a 1099 and it is considered part of the package...If all else fails, tell your employer, that you would rather store the truck at the shop and you wil commute in your own vehicle, pay your own fuel, Insurance, license, taxes, wear and use. Replace your tires, do your own oil changes you know,,,on and on..Guys in this global economy, I think we need to try to see the overall picture and if you are one of the few thathave a job, make a decent wage...BE thankful, because there are many out there who have lost their jobs and would gladly, gladly work for a small amount just to feed their families...