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I have been off the road for a month and a half. I moved into a Safety Coordinator position at a completely separate company. I find myself having a difficult time sitting behind a desk and only going out to do random checks on employees. I love the freedom of movement I have now, not stuck in truck stops, having an easier time cooking without much hassle, but I long for the road and my truck.

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Addie

05.11.2024

Sitting behind a desk can feel like being caged

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Fred

08.04.2023

Desk jobs can’t compete with that horizon stretching’ out in front of you.

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Josef

02.07.2023

The road’s like an old buddy, always calling you back for one more run 🛣️

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Eddie

12.16.2022

I do enjoy being able to tinker around the house more, be around my son, but I'm finding that my S/O and I are really butting heads now.

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Iqra

12.15.2022

Like asking a veteran if they 'long to be a soldier' again. I know I do. Apparently the trick is to not let what we do define who we are. You made a good move. The positive change in family is their thank you and your reward.

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Rory

12.14.2022

Idk yet, but probably. I miss it after being home for more than two days lol

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Hello

12.14.2022

Drove for 13 years. I miss going places and seeing things, meeting new people. Other than that, I want to be home.

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Mck

12.13.2022

I took a break from trucking and missed it every day.

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Daniels

05.08.2024

It’s not rocket science – secure your load properly. It’s not just about avoiding fines

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Duke

01.05.2024

If that load was any more unsecured, I’d bet it could fly off and join the birds

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Tamsin

11.13.2023

That’s a load so loose, it could be a game of ‘catch the excavator’

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Epic

12.16.2022

scratches head 'Officer, am I not AG exempt?'

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Artur Ishch

12.15.2022

The two tires inside the bucket are the icing on the cake.

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Mulder

12.14.2022

When you live in farmland, and the livestock need to eat, improvise.

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Strickland

12.13.2022

Easy. Most states dont harass us over east as badly as the more westward states do. Im actually surprised it was Iowa that stopped him. Theyre usually pretty cool. Over my career, ive noticed I can easily do an OTR run with minor trailer issues and be just fine, most states leave us alone, its only a few that have A**HOLE overly aggressive DOTs. (cali, washington, idaho, etc)

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Roman

12.13.2022

They said it made it from PA to Iowa. How did no one stop him on the way.

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Quick question for the group, I usually haul between the Midwest and east coast every week, however certain trips that I take are 3 day 2000 miles and I just don't see how that is possible without going over the ELD hours. Do you guys have any trick or tips on how I can run this route without Going over my hours? Below is an example Montgomery, Il to Waltham, Ma

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Addie

01.22.2024

You're talking about a real marathon you're aiming' for.

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Fred

04.20.2023

You gotta plan your breaks strategically, take them when you can, and don't forget to make the most of your rest stops.

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Josef

03.14.2023

Ain't no easy ride when it comes to hauling across three states in just three days.

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Marni

12.15.2022

I'd say its possible. I could run 620 a day in a truck governed to 63, and that's 1860...if you're covered to 68-70 you could do it easy.

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Mulder

12.14.2022

I drive at night, i put cruise control on 67-68 and in 11 hours I get between 680-700 miles a day with no rush. So it is possible if you wont get into major traffic delay and start preparing before your 10hours rest is done.

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Benito

12.14.2022

It is possible at times but not something that should be expected.

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Krueger

12.12.2022

It’s highly possible. Depends the route and what your truck is governed at

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Levi

12.12.2022

I usually drive at night, and i drive fast!!!! but, my major 3 obstacles I see are traffic/ construction, delays at the receivers and driving in the mountains. I encounter these on every trip,

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Barney

12.11.2022

Hey i did 3000 mils in last 4 days its possible

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Tesla Semi's cab design makes it a 'completely stupid vehicle,' trucker says

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Daniels

05.02.2024

I need a cab that feels like home, not a museum

Gordon

09.15.2023

All those screens and gadgets are great, but when you’re hauling freight, you want simplicity

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Elias

07.07.2023

That cab’s got more room than a double-wide trailer, but I’d rather have a cozy sleeper than a fancy showroom

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Leroy

12.15.2022

all very simple and very damning critiques.

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Roman

12.15.2022

So a human being is an inconvenience. Is that how these corporations see other humans. An inconvenience in the way of their ultimate financial goals. Fuck off!

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Moon

12.15.2022

It's not designed for a driver. It's designed to be autonomous. The driver is a necessary inconvenience until the bugs get worked out and the laws get changed.

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RoadMan

12.14.2022

Every back is gonna be like a blind side back using your nose mirrors 🤣

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Interested in your thoughts! What would have to change for them to be viable? Whats the biggest limitations for the technology / why doesnt it translate to trucking very well?

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Orlando

05.03.2024

good intentions but not going the distance

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Denzel

07.02.2023

Sure, and maybe they’ll throw in a free espresso machine while we wait eight hours for the thing to charge

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Mari

03.17.2023

I’d love to drive an electric truck, but I’m afraid I’d run out of juice faster than my e-cig!

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Nancy Furex

12.14.2022

Charging stations Time it takes to charge range

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Marni

12.14.2022

Agree with you but eh massive truck fires already exist

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Strickland

12.13.2022

Will they go six hundred miles a day ? Are there enough charging stations ? What happens when you are stuck in a snow storm for five hours? Truck accidents will cause massive fires. When these concerns are addressed it will be great.

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Rory

12.13.2022

As a very happy owner of 2 EV cars. That tech has no business in trucks. Unless it is just local hops and then they wouldn't be able to sell enough to make a profit.

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I read on the fmcsa website that they put out a notice of intent back in April, and we’re taking comments on it, but not a word since. If you didn’t know about it, they stated that since there has been a supposed increase of accidents over 70 mph, they plan to impose a federal regulation for speed governors at 65 mph.

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Epic

12.14.2022

It highly depends on what speed they settle on. I don't support this but if they did do it, it should be at least 75mph.

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Moon

12.13.2022

It is being pushed by the mega carriers. One of the reasons people leave mega carriers is because of the slow trucks. They are trying to force all trucks to be governed at similar speeds to them to reduce churn.

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Roman

12.11.2022

I always tap the brakes to slow from cc at 64 to let somebody pass going 64.5. It makes me uncomfortable not to bc ik the whole interstate will be jammed up if I don’t let somebody past me

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Mulder

12.11.2022

Won’t happen, the main reason governors are used is for fuel economy, they in fact are proven to be highly unsafe as they create huge clumps of vehicles in close proximity and the risk of vehicle interaction gets very high.

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Rory

12.11.2022

not a good idea for them to do. slow moving vehicles increase risks more for accidents...

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Truck driver in fatal I-25 crash that killed 5

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Seamus

12.14.2022

Sloppy ass company with 37 drivers - Total Inspections with Violations used in SMS: 162 Total Crashes* : 10

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Barney

12.13.2022

This too me is the most ridiculous part of the story: 'Caminantes Trucking is still allowed to operate on the road today and is still contracting with the United States Postal Service to carry mail. ' So the driver is going to jail (rightfully so) but the people that sent him out with no license and bad brakes, still can keep operating and are contracted with the USPS no less.

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Iqra

12.13.2022

From the article: 'The company that owned the truck involved in this crash has a history of deadly crashes and allowing drivers on the road without valid commercial driver's licenses. Caminantes Trucking is still allowed to operate on the road today and is still contracting with the United States Postal Service to carry mail.' This makes it all the more fucked up!

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Marni

12.11.2022

The owners need to be charged also

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Jordan

12.11.2022

This is how it goes. Even if they shut that number down they'll just get another. Hopefully the families sue and cause them to go under.

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Pascal

12.09.2022

And the accident will likely be used to help push self driving trucks by people who will think it'll magically stop the company from neglecting their equipment.

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So I haven't driven since 2018 but my Ohio drivers license is still commercial as I keep it updated. Do I need to retake a cdl school to drive again?

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Addie

06.18.2024

As long as your CDL’s in check, you might just need to brush up on the latest regs and you’re good

Elias

06.21.2023

No need to redo the whole rodeo if your license is up to date, but a quick lap around the training track might do you good.

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Orlando

01.14.2023

Keep that CDL polished and check with the local DMV. They’ll steer you right on whether you need a refresher course or not.

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Iqra

12.13.2022

I should mention I wasn't driving for very long though. I was fresh out of the Academy and I was only there for a month

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Mike

12.12.2022

Just need a medical card and your good to go. Like I said most will want a refresher and that's usually just for insurance.

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Iqra

12.12.2022

Retail/pharmacy work mostly. Was a manager. I had to step away from trucking due to some personal home issues but those are resolved. So I was thinking of hitting the road again. I just didn't wanna have to sign two years for a cdl again if I could avoid it

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Mike

12.11.2022

Most you do it while employed. You just need to talk to some companies. What were you doing work wise since 2018?

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Iqra

12.10.2022

How much does that cost?

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Mike

12.10.2022

No but most big companies will want you to do some kind of refresher. Like go out with a trainer

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Barney

12.10.2022

Ah. Youll have to go out with a trainer bro. How long idk. That's up to the company

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