Trucker Dump - A Trucking Podcast: Recent Episodes
Todd McCann
One driver's insights and sometimes humorous views of truck driving and the trucking industry… and anything else he feels like dumpin' on ya
In today’s long-overdue show, we’ve got stories on Teamster fights with Sysco and Yellow, FedEx is heading into a massive reorganization, lots of truck stop news, what’s going on with truck safety; including crash rates for new carriers, new out-of-service criteria, driver-facing cameras, drug testing, E-log violation detection, automatic emergency braking legislation pending, and the safest state for truckers (this one might surprise you). We’ll also talk about trucking’s ongoing battle against environmental standards, how female truckers feel about their job, and much more.
In the listener feedback segment, you weigh in on tire recycling, checking your brake lights, and we’ll have some follow-up on whether day cab drivers can utilize the split sleeper berth rule without having a sleeper berth.
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News Links:Teamsters vs. Yellow, a fight neither can afford from LandLine.media
Sysco Louisville Teamsters strike ends, 1st deal signed; Indianapolis over also from FreightWaves.com
Yellow, Teamsters to hash out operational changes by reopening NMFA early from FreightWaves.com
FedEx says air network restructuring to save $700M annually from FreightWaves.com
FedEx to combine all but LTL into 1 organization from FreightWaves.com
Pilot announces new CEO, CFO, as Berkshire Hathaway takes majority ownership from CDLLife.com
Love’s to invest $1 billion upgrading locations from TheTrucker.com
Love’s Travel Stops buys EZ GO locations from TheTrucker.com
New TA truck stop opens in Oklahoma from CDLLife.com
Distracted driving in Ohio now primary offense from LandLine.media
Seven states pursue left lane changes from LandLine.media
TD66: Truckers Go Turtle Racing from AboutTruckDriving.com
FMCSA calls for renewed safety push at forum from LandLine.media
FMCSA data shows rise in crash rates among new-entrant carriers from FreightWaves.com
Study shows Michigan the safest state for truck drivers from ccjdigital.com (Commercial Carrier Journal)
CVSA’s 2023 Out-of-Service Criteria now in effect from TheTrucker.com
New AI monitoring system showing Groendyke 'a lot of things' prior system did not from ccjdigital.com (Commercial Carrier Journal)
New research confirms truckers' disdain for driver-facing cameras from OverdriveOnline.com
Technology Helps Minimize Tractor-Trailer Pairing Errors from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
Landing and launching terminals for autonomous trucks getting closer from FreightWaves.com
White House reviewing proposal to require automatic emergency braking on big rigs from TheTrucker.com
EPA approves California rules phasing out diesel trucks from TheTrucker.com
Rep. Nehls introduces measure to overturn EPA rule from LandLine.media
Trucking orgs tee off on Biden's zero emission plan from ccjdigital.com (Commercial Carrier Journal)
Most truckers have no interest in electric trucks, survey reveals from LandLine.media
Report: Hydrogen will emerge as zero emission solution for long-haul trucking from OverdriveOnline.com
ATRI seeks truck driver input on impacts of legalized marijuana from TheTrucker.com
Impacts of Marijuana Legalization on Trucking Operations Driver Survey from ATRI (American Transportation Research Institute)
Drug Expert Weighs In on Safety of Alcohol Versus Marijuana from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
FMCSA provides updates on driver compensation, detention time studies from LandLine.media
Female trucker surveys divide proponents on pay and cab design from ccjdigital.com (Commercial Carrier Journal)
How carriers can identify log falsification from FreightWaves.com
Here are 8 wild Qualcomm messages that truckers need to see from CDLLife.com
One million dimes reported stolen from big rig parked at Philly Walmart from LandLine.media - submitted by Steven Gorman
Listener Feedback Links:Canadian tire fire video - 48 seconds
File petition for rules changes with the FMCSA from FMCSA.DOT.gov
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In today’s show, we’ve got a cheat sheet to prepare for the upcoming largest safety blitz in North America, the Agriculture Hours-of-Service exemption is coming under fire, California’s AB5 law is back in the headlines, we’ll try to figure out if Electronic Logging Devices have improved safety as much as the FMCSA hoped, the Teamsters are having battles on many fronts, we’ll learn about possible new tax breaks for truckers, and we’ll discuss how the new under-21 driver program is coming. All that and more news.
In the listener feedback segment, I’ll give you an update on my quest to find out if day cab drivers can legally extend their 14-hour day by using the 14-hour pause aspect of the split sleeper berth rule. Then a listener will explain the Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse loophole that baffled me recently. We’ll have more on the AB5 thing and what defines an independent contractor. We’ve got another “law of trucking” submission and we hear from a new listener. So sit back, take your shoes off, put your feet up on the dash, and turn it up. Unless of course, you’re driving right now.
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News Links:The year’s biggest CMV blitz is coming soon — Here’s a ‘cheat sheet’ on CVSA Level I inspections from CDLLife.com
Bill seeks to create tax credit up to $7500 for CDL-A truck drivers who drive 1900 hours per year from CDLLife.com
Another ELD removed from FMCSA’s approved devices list from OverdriveOnline.com
Federal law designed to make trucking safer may have aggravated worst issues from FreightWaves.com
Can FMCSA improve ELD regulations from FreightWaves.com
FMCSA’s hours-of-service exemption implicated in fatal truck crash from FreightWaves.com
Truck Parking Improvement Act introduced in Congress from TheTrucker.com
Under-21 pilot program – the party no one is going to from LandLine.media
Truck driver age creeping up, retirement plans on the back burner for many from ccjdigital.com (Commercial Carrier Journal)
Sysco food delivery drivers go on strike in Louisville, Indy from LandLine.media
Teamsters Begin Negotiations At ABF Freight from Teamster.org
Yellow, union locked in war of words from ccjdigital.com (Commercial Carrier Journal)
California trucking eyes equal protection argument in AB5 litigation from FreightWaves.com
Survey shows that 68% of female truckers feel safe on the job from CDLLife.com
Listener Feedback Links:TD110: Jabbering With Jared from AboutTruckDriving.com
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In this week’s news, Knight-Swift buys yet another large carrier, daylight savings time is being debated in Congress for the millionth time, a Congressman calls the Secretary of Labor nominee the “worst choice.” We’ll find out why. We’ll discuss a new technology that could possibly give truckers priority at stop lights, a safety coalition calls for big safety changes, we’ll discuss what happens to a tire when it finally dies, I’ll tell you about lots of new truck stops opening (better get your shot glass out), what possibly might be the world’s tiniest trucker, and it appears that the public want more truck parking (just not anywhere near their house). All that and more news.
Plus in the listener feedback segment, you weigh in on truckers wanting praise above all else, we’ll learn more about how these “best fleets” lists work (I knew there was something fishy going on there), and one listener wants to talk about a few things; how stupid parking on a shoulder is, his tolerance level for breakdowns, and of course, he takes a shot at me for making a bad guess as what CBP stands for. And we’ll follow that up with a bummer-of-a-story to end on a rare sad note. But it’s something that needs to be said, so please stay tuned.
So without further ado, let’s get this thing rolling.
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News Links: Daylight saving time topic of bills across country from LandLine.media
Knight-Swift acquiring U.S. Xpress for more than $800 million from ccjdigital.com (Commercial Carrier Journal)
U.S. Xpress driver proves you don't have to be big to drive a big rig from ccjdigital.com (Commercial Carrier Journal)
Decline in truck transportation jobs 3rd biggest in last decade from FreightWaves.com
Americans value truck parking facilities — but not in their backyards from FreightWaves.com
Highway safety group calls for speed limiters on trucks, rolling back 2020 HOS changes, more from OverdriveOnline.com
Drivewyze adds Pennsylvania to weigh station bypass network from OverdriveOnline.com
Forward Air, Kodiak Robotics operating ‘consistent autonomous trucking service’ between Dallas, Atlanta from TheTrucker.com
UPS, Teamsters expected to ink deal no later than June 30 from FreightWaves.com
White House reportedly fast-tracking California’s plans to phase out diesel engines from TheTrucker.com
Department of Labor nominee ‘worst choice,’ congressman says from LandLine.media
Tire Sustainability Remains Top Priority for Industry from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
Texas-based project would give freight trucks priority at red lights from ccjdigital.com (Commercial Carrier Journal)
Love’s opens three truck stops in Florida, Texas, and Indiana, reopens store closed by fire from CDLLife.com
New TA Express location opens in Tennessee from CDLLife.com
Busy Tennessee TA location to close by end of March from CDLLife.com
Robotics firm Mujin unveils automated unloader at ProMat from FreightWaves.com
Listener Feedback Links:TD95: 4 Reasons That Trucker Might Be Tailgating You from AboutTruckDriving.com
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In today’s episode, we’ve got a possible new Secretary of Labor, a fight between a Senator and the Teamster’s President, rising pay for diesel mechanics, the Love’s Travel Stop’s founder dies, I’ll tell you about one high tech and one low tech product, Cummins is rebranding it’s emissions-focused division, and apparently, truckers value praise more than anything else. Huh? All that and more.
We’ve also got followup in the listener feedback segment concerning hourly trucker pay and how Canada is spending their money to attract new truckers.
So in the immortal words of Lynyrd Skynyrd; turn it up.
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News Links: Two Missouri rest areas permanently closing next week, to reopen in fall 2023 as truck parking from CDLLife.com
Online renewal for CDL holders is coming to Idaho from LandLine.media
Love’s Travel Stops Founder Tom Love Dies at 85 from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
Your batteries are trying to tell you something, and they soon will from ccjdigital.com (Commercial Carrier Journal)
Simple, low-cost brake check device can result in big savings from ccjdigital.com (Commercial Carrier Journal)
Cummins brands New Power division as future tech-focused Accelera from FreightWaves.com
Bills in multiple states cover use of rumble strips from LandLine.media
FMCSA closes reporting loophole in Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse database from ccjdigital.com (Commercial Carrier Journal)
Repair labor rates climbing, driving technician pay raises from ccjdigital.com (Commercial Carrier Journal)
OOIDA opposes Biden’s pick to head up Labor Department from OverdriveOnline.com
GOP senator snaps at union boss during heated hearing: 'Shut your mouth' from FoxNews.com - submitted by Gena King
Truck Drivers Appreciate Company Praise, Survey Shows from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
Listener Feedback Links:TD187: Worst Traffic In The World, The Legality of Trucker Marijuana, Pay-By-The-Mile Criticized, Ammonia-Powered Truck, & More from AboutTruckDriving.com
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In today’s show, I’ll tell you when the biggest safety blitz of the year will take place, Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) asks the FMCSA for a better Big Truck Crash Study this time around, more rules exemptions are being sought from the FMCSA, new “move over” laws are coming in some states, Canada provides funding to get more truckers into the industry, a new loading/unloading system is introduced by a major LTL company, and a truck pulls a semi out of a ditch. Spoiler: it’s not a tow truck.
Then for the fun part where we’ve got a Trucker Grub segment from @Wunuvakind, @TruckerSmack has a suggestion how the FMCSA could make the split sleeper berth rule easier for everyone, and once again, my ability to speak coherently is challenged, only this time it’s by @Goose from Australia.
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Wyoming I-80: Road crews face nightmare situation from OverdriveOnline.com
News Links:Roadcheck 2023 CMV blitz to emphasize ABS violations, cargo securement from CDLLife.com
CVSA's new out-of-service criteria: What owner-ops need to know from OverdriveOnline.com
Crash study shouldn’t repeat past mistakes, OOIDA says from LandLine.media
Hours-of-service waiver sought by trucker who ran under emergency order from LandLine.media
Warning devices for stopped trucks to go by wayside? from FreightWaves.com
Six states pursue expanded ‘move over’ rules for all road users from LandLine.media
New study shows majority of people fear automated vehicle technology from TheTrucker.com
Canada devotes millions in federal funding to train, recruit new truckers from FreightWaves.com
ArcBest touts system for loading, unloading trailer in one motion from FreightWaves.com
VIDEO: Electric pickup yanks out stuck semi in Utah from CDLLife.com
Listener Feedback Links:TD191: State Of The Union & Trucking, EV Rollout Not Going As Planned, FMCSA Stays Busy With Exemptions, TA’s New Restaurant, & More from AboutTruckDriving.com is where @TruckerSmack heard me talking about the split sleeper berth rules.
TD189: ATA CEO Talks To Congress, Choosing A Truck Driving School, Possible New Speed Limits, Steps To Take Before Applying, & More from AboutTruckDriving.com is where I kept screwing up the word Nevada.
Here is the list of Australian cities that @goose has me try to pronounce:
Binginwarri
Dalyston
Tallangatta
Woolloomooloo
Goondiwindi
Canowindra
Hervey Bay
Kata Tjuta
Suggan Buggan
Wangkatjungka
See? Not so easy, is it?
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In today’s show, we’ll talk about how the trucking industry was a hot topic at the State of the Union address, we’ll talk about how this futuristic trucking world isn’t working out quite as expected, the FMCSA is staying busy receiving and rejecting exemption requests, I’ll tell you about a new restaurant chain at TA truck stops, and I’ll point you to a funny article written in a style you used to get here.
In the listener feedback segment, we’ll talk weigh station apps, worn out tires, how “best trucking fleet” criteria works, and I’ll point you to another trucking podcast I listened to recently that was recommended by a listener. And after much guilt-driven goading, I finally talk a listener into submitting a Trucker Grub segment. Well… sort of. Stay tuned.
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News Links: Perspective: State of the Union Highlights Trucking from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
ATA President: California should not set nation’s emissions standards from TheTrucker.com
Can charging infrastructure keep pace with EV demand? from FreightWaves.com
Nikola says it may run out of money in next 12 months from FreightWaves.com
Reports: Autonomous platooning startup Locomation closing its doors from FreightWaves.com
Why FMCSA keeps revoking ELDs, and how to tell if yours is next from OverdriveOnline.com
FMCSA rejects another HOS exemption, as split-sleeper flexibility sought from OverdriveOnline.com
Submit your comments on the 5/5 split sleeper berth
Brake light manufacturer and fleets seek factory-level exemption from ccjdigital.com (Commercial Carrier Journal)
Trucking company wants to use learner’s permit holders for apprentice program from LandLine.media
Safe Driver Apprenticeship Pilot Program from FMCSA.dot.gov
Lane splitting rules pursued in multiple statehouses from LandLine.media
TA debuts new full-service restaurant concept ‘Fork & Compass’ at Ohio truck stop from CDLLife.com
Fork & Compass menu
'We don't give directions' -- how GPS is changing our social selves from OverdriveOnline.com
Over the Road: an 8-episode podcast by Long Haul Paul and PRX
Trucker Grub Links:JD Campbell’s in Peoria, AZ (Phoenix area)
Listener Feedback Links:Best Fleets To Drive For's Hall of Fame criteria PDF submitted by Cici
Trucking for Millennials Podcast recommended by David Taylor
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In this week’s show, we’ve got lots of truck stop news, I’ll tell you the top 10 worst traffic bottlenecks in the US, we’ve got a crap ton of new state traffic laws, the FMCSA is revamping the way it rates carriers for safety, I’ll share tips to get you in and out of a weigh station quickly, and we’ll talk about what your tires are trying to tell you.
Also, there’s a new “AirBnb” for trucks (yes trucks, not truckers), there’s a new type of CB radio on the market, we’ll discuss how new Right to Repair legislation is important, and a trucker gets arrested for eating muffins. And that’s only part of the news.
In the listener feedback segment, Andrew remembers our dearly departed friend Shannon Holden, Gordon joins the Trucker Dump Slack group, Dave finally figures out what the guy says in the feedback intro, and ex truck driving instructor calls me Toddles and offers his services to the podcast.
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News Links:1099 or W-2? Which type of driver is best to grow your fleet? from ccjdigital.com (Commercial Carrier Journal)
TravelCenters of America to be bought by BP for $1.3 billion from CDLLife.com
New TA Express store open for business in Georgia from CDLLife.com
New TA Express opens in Norwood, Mo. from LandLine.media
Iowa Kwik Star is at the top of ranking of 100 best truck stops in 2022 from CDLLife.com
Love’s and Daimler team up to expand Freightliner service points from LandLine.media
New site to reserve truck parking something of an 'AirBnB' network for facilities from OverdriveOnline.com
One Plus ELD becomes third in two weeks to be revoked by FMCSA from OverdriveOnline.com
Cobra unveils first line of FM-capable CB radios from OverdriveOnline.com
Texas again home to the worst traffic in the U.S. from ccjdigital.com (Commercial Carrier Journal)
U.S. DOT expected to take up automatic emergency braking in March from LandLine.media
Right to Repair legislation to cover future tech reintroduced in Congress from OverdriveOnline.com
OOIDA questions FMCSA’s emergency declaration proposal from LandLine.media
AASHTO, state DOTs voice concerns over emergency declaration limits from LandLine.media
With growing EV adoption, car haulers call for higher weight limits from OverdriveOnline.com
Idling rules considered in multiple states from LandLine.media
New Mexico considers banning big rigs from the left lane from CDLLife.com
TD66: Truckers Go Turtle Racing from AboutTruckDriving.com
Ticket camera rules addressed in at least 19 states from LandLine.media
How you can prepare to ace a weigh station inspection from FreightWaves.com
FMCSA proposes long-overdue CSA carrier Safety Measurement System revamp from OverdriveOnline.com
Tire wear patterns telling of overall truck maintenance from OverdriveOnline.com
Confessions of a self-driving truck from LandLine.media
ATRI launches survey to understand impacts of marijuana legalization from TheTrucker.com
Trucker to receive $500,000 for wrongful “loitering” arrest while making delivery, eating muffins from CDLLife.com
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Well, news was light last week, but it’s back with a vengeance, which means I’m pretty sure this week’s show is going to be long, so strap in and keep your cup of coffee handy so you don’t doze off. LOL
News this week includes American Trucking Association’s (ATA) CEO discussing trucking’s biggest issues with Congress, positive drug tests were up in 2022, lots of states making new road rules, how to make sure you have the best chance to get that next trucking job, and possibly the world’s worst trucker. And that’s just the tip of the iceberg.
Listener feedback topics this week includes roundabouts, Canadian vaccine mandates, an and a lengthy discussion about truck driving schools. Also, it seems only right that someone would point out how bad I talk. LOL Alright, let’s get on with it.
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News Links:TD158: How Do We Attract The Next Generation In Trucking? from AboutTruckDriving.com
TD147: Be Careful Choosing A Truck Driving School from AboutTruckDriving.com
Yellow meets its goal of graduating 1,000 new CDL holders during 2022 from TruckersNews.com
Yellow Driving Academy from MyYellow.com
How Yellow is Training the Next Generation of Truck Drivers from MyYellow.com
Yellow Employee Reviews for Truck Driver from Indeed.com
Put your best foot forward: Know what’s on your record before applying from TheTrucker.com
Truckers’ positive drug tests up 18% in 2022 from FreightWaves.com
Positive Marijuana Tests Among Drivers Grow at Alarming Rate from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
FMCSA revokes a second ELD this week, users should switch to paper logs from CDLLife.com
Bills in five states call for speed limit changes from LandLine.media
Four states pursue expanded ‘move over’ rules for all road users from LandLine.media
TD185: Scoot Over And Fix It Now! from AboutTruckDriving.com
Five states pursue rule changes to accommodate truck platooning from LandLine.media
Electric vehicles will have tough audience in LTL carriers from FreightWaves.com
Bill would outlaw the operation of self-driving trucks without a human driver on board in California from CDLLife.com
FMCSA seeks more feedback on automated driving systems from LandLine.media
ATA's Spear talks congestion, driver shortage, more at Congressional hearing from ccjdigital.com (Commercial Carrier Journal)
The most under-appreciated insurance coverage in all of trucking from OverdriveOnline.com
Trucker slapped with 24 charges following 3 traffic stops in 24 hours from CDLLife.com
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Well, the news is light this week, so we’re trying something different again. We’ve been teasing a mega breakdown saga from listener Wunuvakind in recent weeks and it turned out to be far too long for the listener feedback segment. So, I’m sure much to her surprise, Wunuvakind’s story is featured on the show. I enjoyed it immensely and I hope you do to.
As for the news, we talk about a new bill pushing tax credits for most truckers, new roundabout rules, CARB is slowing it’s electric truck expectations, and an autonomous truck gets sidelined by bird poop. All those stories, plus more.
In the listener feedback segment, Charles, Farley, and William all just want to say hi, Driver Dave is back to scolding me again, and Cici shares her favorite Trucker Dump episodes.
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News Links: Drummer for iconic rock band with Overdrive ties dies from OverdriveOnline.com
Vehicle protests will be ‘dismantled’ during Freedom Convoy anniversary from LandLine.media
SHIP IT Act aims to boost supply chain from LandLine.media
VA weigh station banning overnight parking “due to increasing incidents of littering, vandalism, and unsanitary practices” from CDLLife.com
States pursue roundabout rules for trucks from LandLine.media
CARB Proposes Exemptions for Transitions to Electric Trucks from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
Trucker Path survey: 24% prefer to return home every night from TheTrucker.com
Bird poop was enough to disable a self-driving truck, driver claims - Trevor Dunkel from CDLLife.com
Listener Feedback Links:TD109: Coping With Rookie Truckers from AboutTruckDriving.com
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In today’s show, California’s AB5 just won’t go away; getting paid-by-the-mile is coming under fire; truckers, drugs, and drug testing is always a hot topic; and I’ll tell you where is the worst traffic in the world and the US is (the answer might surprise you).
Also, how likely is the US going to be ready for electric trucks by 2045?; I’ll tell you about the new type of eco-friendly fuel; we’ll discuss new ways to avoid low-clearance accidents; and one source says the worst of this inflation mess is behind us. All that and more news.
Plus, we’ll hear from a new listener in the feedback segment and I’ll introduce you to Cici, who you’ll be hearing from in quite a few upcoming episodes.
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News Links:California Trucking Association again seeks injunction to block AB 5 from OverdriveOnline.com
Bills in three states call for speed limit changes from LandLine.media
Pay-by-the-mile system a ‘killer,’ driver compensation committee told from LandLine.media
FMCSA says no to trucker’s request for personal exemption from ELD and HOS rules from CDLLife.com
Former FMCSA employee admits to extortion of trucking company from CDLLife.com - suggested by Steven Gorman
Federal Officials Plan to Add Fentanyl to Drug Tests from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
Trucker’s drug conviction raises questions about CDL holders and marijuana use from LandLine.media
Can Heavy Electric Trucks Be Deployed Industrywide by 2045? from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
Company debuts ‘World’s First’ ammonia-powered big rig from CDLLife.com
Outrider raises $73M to scale autonomous distribution yard business from FreightWaves.com
Low-clearance technologies help fleets avoid costly accidents from ccjdigital.com (Commercial Carrier Journal)
Supply chain correction helps put the 'worst of the inflation crisis behind us' from ccjdigital.com (Commercial Carrier Journal)
Chicago has the second worst traffic in the world, report reveals from LandLine.media
Planters looks for someone to drive Mr. Peanut, the NUTmobile across country from WPXI.com - suggested by Trevor Dunkel
Listener Feedback Links:TD110: Coping With New Drivers from from AboutTruckDriving.com
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Well, we’re back to our normal news-focused show this week. We’ve got lots of news to catch up on, including how California shutting down a crapload of trucks is going. Is the new Tesla semi already having problems? The FMCSA is staying super busy with both denying and accepting requests. I’ll catch you up on that.
What else? Trucking jobs are slowing down, there’s a new tax guide for owner-operators, young truckers and truck parking are both back in the limelight, I’ll tell you about the ongoing battle between UPS and the Teamsters (and why it’s important), and the Biden Administration makes a statement that won’t make most truckers very happy. All that news and more, including @wunuvakind coming back to share a great cafe in the Trucker Grub segment.
In the listener feedback segment, we've got new Trucker Dump Slack Group members, @driverchrismc questions my website building skills, and a listener needs your help finding a particular kind of trucking app.
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News Links:OOIDA warning of new texting scam targeting truck drivers from TheTrucker.com
Tesla preparing to build Tesla semi specific truck shop from CDLLife.com
Tesla Semi breakdown has people losing their minds from Teslarati.com
Owner-op taxes 101 -- new guide available from OverdriveOnline.com and ATBS.com
California says it banned 230,000 trucks. What's next? from OverdriveOnline.com
Delaware DMV launches online self-certification for CDL holders from OverdriveOnline.com
FMCSA denies carriers’ request to report truck driver hair tests from FreightWaves.com - submitted by Steven Gorman
FMCSA denies driver training exemptions from LandLine.media
FMCSA exempts deaf drivers despite CVTA objections from FreightWaves.com
FMCSA grants fireworks companies’ HOS/ELD exemptions from OverdriveOnline.com
Love’s continues its building spree with three openings from LandLine.media
Transportation employment slowdown likely to continue this year from ccjdigital.com (Commercial Carrier Journal)
Trucker age-exemption bill reintroduced in new Congress from FreightWaves.com
Biden climate blueprint promotes modal shift away from trucks from FreightWaves.com
Truck Parking Is Top Issue for Drivers from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
Indiana bill would eliminate speed limit differential from LandLine.media
Fur flies as Teamsters begin hashing out UPS negotiating strategy from FreightWaves.com
Want to trade in your big rig for the Wienermobile? Oscar Mayer is hiring hot dog drivers from CDLLife.com
Trucker Grub:Cowboy Cafe in Lyman, WY
I-80 Exit 41
Submitted by Wunuvakind
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Well, you asked and I listened. In today’s show, we go back to a time when there was nothing on the show but this dorky trucker telling a story and a reading a couple of emails from listeners. This time around we’ve got a rant called “Scoot Over And Fix It Now!” We’ll also hear a bathroom story from Driver Dave and Wunuvakind sent in an audio clip about harassment and urban parking.
Introduction Links:TD100: What Makes The Evil Overlord… Evil? from AboutTruckDriving.com
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In this week's show, guest host Steven Gorman talks about the difference between accidents and incidents, and how neither should keep you from succeeding in your trucking career. And he backs that up by telling you about his roads mishaps and where he is now.
In the news segment, Steven talks about the top 10 largest private trucking companies, he’ll provide some further evidence to disprove the “truck driver shortage” myth, and he’ll site a survey telling how the public views truckers in 2022. Also, he’ll point you to a CB radio lingo website so you can study up for the 18 trucker movies you may or may not have forgotten about.
Steven Gorman has a TikTok channel where he likes to make stuff.
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Main Topic Links: What is the Difference Between Accidents and Incidents? from OSHA.com
What is a Crash According to the FMCSA?
News Links:100 Largest Private Carriers In North America from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
Learn How to Talk CB Lingo Like a Trucker, C’Mon! from Smart-Trucking.com
Driver shortage eases slightly in 2022 but relief likely temporary, ATA reports from TransportDive.com
How does the public view truckers in 2022? from OverdriveOnline.com
The 18 Best Trucker Movies You Forgot About from MovieNightsAtHome.com
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In this week’s trucking news, you’ll get winter driving tips from experienced drivers and you’ll learn if your employer can retaliate if you refuse to drive in bad weather. We’ll hear about the Department of Labor getting an earful about the newly-proposed rules on who qualifies as an independent contractor. California emissions Nazis are reeking havoc again, and we discover yet another chink in the electric truck armor.
Canada is finally getting ready for electronic logging devices, the FMCSA seeks to modify emergency exemptions, the crazy high harassment numbers in the trucking industry, and finally, a trucker’s rights to bathrooms goes to Congress and one trucker who really loves Kelly Clarkson! And it’s Christmas, so of course I’ll share my rendition of Twas The Night Before Christmas: Trucker Style. Might what to earmuff your kids for that one. LOL
As for listener feedback, @wunuvakind and @goose from the Trucker Dump Slack group weigh in on the new format of the show, and @goose also gives us some insight and additional tips on the winter pileup story we covered in the last episode. And last but not least, we hear a funny delivery story from Driver Dave.
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News Links:Love’s opens four new locations from LandLine.media
Ohio converts weigh stations to truck parking from OverdriveOnline.com
Winter trucking tips that could actually save a life from OverdriveOnline.com
Video: Are truckers protected from retaliation for refusing to drive in bad weather? from OverdriveOnline.com
Department of Labor proposal generates tens of thousands of comments from LandLine.media
Trucking groups, owner-ops generally opposed to Biden DOL's contractor rule changes from OverdriveOnline.com
Nearly 80,000 active trucks could be barred from operating in California at year-end from OverdriveOnline.com
Tesla Semi’s cab design makes it a ‘completely stupid vehicle,’ trucker says from CDLLife.com (suggested by @Cici)
Cold weather is zapping electric truck range from ccjdigital.com (Commercial Carrier Journal)
Canadian ELD mandate set for Jan. 1 enforcement deadline from OverdriveOnline.com
FMCSA proposing to limit scope of emergency declarations from OverdriveOnline.com
Harassment high in trucking industry, new FMCSA study on crime prevention shows from TheTrucker.com
New legislation provides bathroom access for truck drivers from FreightWaves.com
Pop star files restraining order against trucker who believes she’s messaging him from CDLLife.com
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This week, we’re going to discuss Congress’ controversial intercession in the pending railroad strike, also, both the FMCSA and individual states are making it harder for truckers in some aspects, and easier in others, Facebook seems to be discriminating against female truckers when it comes to trucking jobs, I’ll tell you about a government funded research grant that might actually yield something useful for a change of pace, and to keep you out of trouble, we’ll also talk about what you need to know about counting the costs before you go into owning your own truck and what you should do if you find yourself in one of those massive weather-related pileups.
All that plus more news, and a couple of listener feedbacks from Steve and Trailrider. Steve shares his honest opinion about new format of the show, while Trailrider asked me a question about the 60 hours in 7 days vs. the 70 hours in 8 days, that frankly, I need your help answering.
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News Links:Recall affects nearly 26,000 Navistar vehicles from LandLine.media
San Antonio Flying J destroyed in fire sparked at attached Denny’s from CDLLife.com
Two West Virginia Turnpike travel plazas to close for demolition in early 2023, will be rebuilt with more truck parking from CDLLife.com
Proposed toll increase for New York Thruway ‘outrageous,’ says state legislator from LandLine.media
Texas bill would end red-light camera use from LandLine.media
Idling time limit for cars and trucks topic of New Jersey bill from LandLine.media
Tesla Semi completes first 500-mile journey with full load from FreightWaves.com
Senate votes to force labor agreement on rail workers — minus sick leave from FreightWaves.com
Senate Passes Measure to Avoid Rail Strike from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
Senators to EPA: Truckers can’t afford to comply with strict emissions regulations from CDLLife.com
FMCSA rejects work-rule exemption for livestock haulers from FreightWaves.com
TCA, safety groups push for ELD mandate on older trucks from LandLine.media
FMCSA again waives certain CDL skills test requirements from LandLine.media
Research to look into driving behavior around commercial motor vehicles from LandLine.media
Facebook Job Ads Illegally Discriminate, Female Truckers Claim from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
What should you do if you’re in a snow squall pileup? from CDLLife.com
Know the full extent of your costs before going independent from OverdriveOnline.com
OOIDA members raise over $20,000 through Truckers for Troops from LandLine.media
Students need to prep to apply for an OOIDA scholarship from LandLine.media
St. Christopher touts success of smoking cessation program from LandLine.media
Listener Feedback:Steve wrote in with some much-appreciated constructive criticism.
Trailrider and I need your help understanding the logic behind the difference between the 60 hours in 7 days rule and the 70 hours in 8 days rule.
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In today’s show, we’re going to talk about the struggling LTL industry and what makes it so finicky. We’ll discuss new ways to make trucks more eco-friendly and the problems that come with trying to charge all these proposed electric trucks. I’ll also give you an update on the potential railroad strike, a new healthcare option for truckers, and for a change of pace, some good results from the Brake Safety Week blitz.
But that’s not all! We’ve also got another Trucker Grub segment and two bits of listener feedback, one domestic and one international. How cool is that?
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Introduction Links: TD119: Winter Truck Driving Tips From An Alaskan Trucker from AboutTruckDriving.com
Free Info: Winter Driver Heater Settings (from an Alaskan trucker) from AboutTruckDriving.com
News Links: Roughly nine of 10 trucks passed Brake Safety Week from LandLine.media
Rail union pushes back date for potential strike from FreightWaves.com
FedEx Freight to begin driver furloughs next month from FreightWaves.com
LTL carriers point to shrinking tonnage in November from FreightWaves.com
What are the complexities in LTL linehaul transportation? from FreightWaves.com
Electric truck stops will need as much power as small towns from LandLine.media
Electric Truck Stops Will Need as Much Power as a Small Town from Bloomberg.com
Pilot and Volvo announce plan to build charging network for electric semis at truck stops from CDLLife.com
How ClearFlame intends to take 'diesel fuel out of diesel engines' from OverdriveOnline.com
Transport executives pool funds to launch roadside health care network from FreightWaves.com
Annual campaign raises truckers’ awareness to human trafficking from LandLine.media
Truckers Against Trafficking
Pilot Flying J truck stops to offer ‘first-ever Thanksgiving meal’ from CDLLife.com
Love’s opens new truck stop in Ohio with 90 truck parking spaces from CDLLife.com
Trucker Grub: Trucker Smack shares his awesome breakfast scramble at Red Rooster Terminal (truck stop) in Olney, Illinois.
Listener Feedback: LTL driver Jeremy thanks me for the show and asks to join the Trucker Dump Slack group.
Graeme drives in Scotland and the UK and wrote in to explain how Europe’s Hours-of-Service rules differ from the US.
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In this week’s show, we’ve two cool weather apps for truckers, an HOS exemption denial, new ELD rules for California, a new product from the Jake Brake people, the FMCSA’s new Women In Trucking initiative gets to work, a video showing the cab of an electric truck, free food for some truckers, self-driving trucks in Australia, and much more.
Also, my world has now been restored since we finally got a new Trucker Grub submission and a bit of Listener feedback.
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Introduction Links: Weather On The Way app
Truck Driver Power app
News Links: Brake system corrosion prompts massive Daimler recall from OverdriveOnline.com
House bill looks to give independent contractors more flexibility from OverdriveOnline.com
'We’re not going away': Owner-operator regroups after FMCSA denies hours of service exemption request from OverdriveOnline.com
California moves to implement intrastate ELD mandate for in-state-only truckers from OverdriveOnline.com
Jacobs unveils cylinder deactivation tech to cut emissions from LandLine.media
Watch: Driving recap of Volvo's VNR Electric from ccjdigital.com (Commercial Carrier Journal)
Self-driving trucks hit the road for Australia’s first live-traffic trial from BigRigs.com
Women of trucking criticize FMCSA crime study from FreightWaves.com
TA donates $100K to St. Christopher Fund after round-up campaign from OverdriveOnline.com
Love’s, Chester’s Chicken offer truckers free Super Snack from LandLine.media
Trucker Grub: Mis Tres Potrillos in Olney, Illinois
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In today’s mega-episode, we talk about the looming diesel shortage, how autonomous vehicles are still moving forward, what crash data shows before and after the ELD mandate, how the FMCSA has been keeping really really busy, and Jeremy from our sponsor Porter Freight Funding explains double-brokering to us.
We’ve also got free meals for veterans, how union contract negotiations work, a unique approach to electric vehicle charging, and a massive truck recall for what seems like the least dangerous component on a truck. All that and more on today’s show, so kick your feet up (unless you’re driving) and let’s get this party started.
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Introduction Links: Last week's guest host Steven, has a TikTok channel where he likes to make things.
Steven also cohosted a show with me, TD111: Improving Our Reputation As Truckers from AboutTruckDriving.com.
Check out my in-depth review of the Garmin dēzl™ OTR1000.
News Links: Paccar recalls 76,492 trucks because digital dash can freeze from FreightWaves.com
Pilot to offer free meal for military service members and their families for Veterans Day from CDLLife.com
Pennsylvania bill would set up grant program for vehicle snow and ice scrapers from LandLine.media
Department of Labor extends worker classification comment period from LandLine.media
Locomotive machinist explains what’s at stake in rail contract negotiations from FreightWaves.com
Only 25 days of diesel left? What to make of low inventories from OverdriveOnline.com
The US Is Exporting Record Oil and Fuel Even as East Coast Faces Shortages from Bloomberg.com
FMCSA plans proposal on automated driving systems for 2023 from LandLine.media
FMCSA’s Hutcheson talks speed limiters on Land Line Now from LandLine.media
FMCSA says marijuana policy changes are ‘going to take a while’ from LandLine.media
FMCSA eyes rule to identify, remove unfit motor carriers from LandLine.media
ELDs and highway safety: Crashes, injuries and fatalities rise post-mandate from OverdriveOnline.com
Lytx Unveils Safety Solution for Parked Commercial Vehicles from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
Michigan to Test Roads With Underground Coils for EV Charging from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
Oklahoma law authorizes autonomous vehicles from LandLine.media
Embark Launches Nine Sites for Pilot Operations from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
TravelCenters of America adds four truck stops, plans more from LandLine.media
Getting close to 65? Now's the time to understand the realities around Medicare for health care needs from OverdriveOnline.com
VIDEO: How To Strap A Load from CDLLife.com
VIDEO: Chaining vs. Strapping — When To Chain, When To Strap from CDLLife.com
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In this week’s show, host Todd McCann’s voice is occupied training a new guy at work. So this week, long-time listener Steven Gorman volunteered to fill in. Steven talks about the alleged truck driver shortage, how the railroad strike is still pending, some major road construction to avoid, free lunches from an unlikely source, and believe it or not, Halloween candy. He even comes through with a Trucker Grub segment!
Steven has a TikTok channel where he likes to make stuff.
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News Links: Most Popular Halloween Candy By State from CandyStore.com
Click here for more information on truck driving rodeos
ATA truck driver shortage remains at near record high from TheTrucker.com
Trucking industry watching closely as rail negotiations drag on from TheTrucker.com
Avoid I-40 at the TN/NC state line for the next few years, officials warn from CDLLife.com
Trucking association offers free lunch at 3 Iowa scale house locations on November 2 from TruckerNews.com
Trucker Grub: Wayback Burgers is located about 6 miles off I-80 exit 178 on PA220 North. Click here to locate it in Google Maps. (570) 484-9638
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In this week’s show, we’ve got updates on the whole independent contractor mess and the railroad contract negotiations. We’ll also talk about the FMCSA’s automatic emergency braking proposal, trucker taxes, and some new technologies, including a trailer load sensor and a new way to make home deliveries easier for the driver. All that, plus a major LTL company continues it’s transformation and I’ll tell you about OOIDA’s Truckers For Troops campaign.
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News Links: FMCSA cancels emergency hours of service waiver from FreightWaves.com
IRS per diem rates for truckers stay the same from LandLine.media
IRS new tax brackets and standard deduction could save families hundreds or even thousands of dollars. Now, for the bad news. from Marketwatch.com
Rail firefighters and oilers vote to ratify labor agreement from FreightWaves.com
Yellow plans to combine New Penn, Holland networks from FreightWaves.com
DOL independent contractor definition could pose problems for truck fleets from FreightWaves.com
Automatic emergency braking proposal slated for early 2023 from LandLine.media
Wyoming DOT to try out automated variable speed limit program on I-80, Highway 28 from CDLLife.com
Iowa DOT urges truckers to park at scale houses, promises no inspections or waking drivers from CDLLife.com
Pennsylvania Senate committee advances electric-powered trucks rule from LandLine.media
Solera’s Spireon Introduces Next-Gen Cargo Sensor from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
Last mile isn’t enough anymore — it’s time to look at the last 100 feet from FreightWaves.com
Pilot Flying J opens new travel center, completes eight remodels from LandLine.media
Love’s achieves a major milestone as they open a new truck stop in Oklahoma from CDLLife.com
OOIDA gears up for Truckers for Troops campaign from LandLine.media
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In today’s show, the possibility of railroad strike is back on the table, the FMCSA gives us a date on it’s speed limiter proposal, and we’ll give you an update on the California AB5 fiasco. Also, the personal conveyance rule was being challenged again, plus four things that will increase your chances of a future wreck. All that, plus more, including surprise safety blitzes, road closures, Wreaths Across America, and of course, listener feedback from you!
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News Links: Great Dane recalling nearly 2,500 trailers for brakes issue from OverdriveOnline.com
Weekend closure planned on PA Turnpike I-476 section from OverdriveOnline.com
CVSA releases results from surprise five day hazmat/dangerous goods inspection blitz from CDLLife.com
Trucking Alliance calls hair testing opposition ‘disappointing’; OOIDA president responds from LandLine.media
Rail workers union rejects labor contract, renewing strike possibility from FreightWaves.com
Brokerage solution to California’s AB5 rule gets support from Cowen panel from FreightWaves.com
Trucking Weighs In on Independent Contractor Proposal from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
Speed limiter proposal eyes June 2023 unveiling from LandLine.media
NTSB in favor of new speed limiting system from LandLine.media
FMCSA denies petition to add limits to personal conveyance from OverdriveOnline.com
Study finds that truckers who did these 4 things increased the likelihood of a future crash by 100% or more from CDLLife.com
TA Express truck stop opens in Illinois from CDLLife.com
Carriers, drivers needed for Wreaths Across America from OverdriveOnline.com
Listener Feedback Links: John read TD27: Hauling Hazardous Materials and just wanted to pay me a compliment on my writing skills. Now my head is really big.
Matt MacKellar a.k.a. @mountain Matt got caught in the I-70 safety blitz and passed his inspection with flying colors. Nice going, Matt!
DJ wrote in to tell me he's been listening since he was 16 years old, when he started with TD123: Advice For New Truckers. He's 22 now and on his way to becoming a trucker. Cool!
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In today’s show, we we’ve got lots of info on electric trucks, including Tesla’s version finally hitting the road, and maintenance and parking problems associated with EV’s. Got a crap-ton on autonomous trucks too. Also, electronic ID tags on trucks and Teamsters striking. In listener feedback, we talk about flatbed companies, driving school grants, and then an old friend touches base.
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News Links: Multi-state I-70 police blitz taking place this weekend from CDLLife.com
Meritor axle issue prompts Navistar, Daimler recalls from OverdriveOnline.com
‘Profound delays’ ahead as Georgia DOT begins 8 month lane closures on I-285 in Atlanta from CDLLife.com
Electronic IDs for trucks: 'Big brother' or a step forward? from OverdriveOnline.com
Tesla Plans to Deliver Semis to Pepsi Five Years After Unveiling from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
California Finds Truck Parking Shortage Complicated by EV Mandates from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
Want a Volvo electric truck? Go for Gold or go away from FreightWaves.com
USDOT Unveils Guide, Grants to Combat Truck Parking Shortage from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
CVSA Launches Procedures for Inspections of Autonomous Trucks from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
Watch driverless yard trucks at work at new BMW logistics center in South Carolina from CDLLife.com
Truck brake-light exemption denied despite industry support from FreightWaves.com
Teamsters, most of them drivers, on strike at 2 Sysco facilities from FreightWaves.com
Mom and son killed after colliding with trailer that separated from semi shortly after driver left truck stop from CDLLife.com
Trucking's toughest niche? Inside log hauling, which could be on the brink of a powertrain revolution from OverdriveOnline.com
Listener Feedback Links: Steven Gorman, who co-hosted TD111: Improving Our Reputation As Truckers, dropped me an email to catch up and to tell me about his TikTok channel.
Zachary Smacher, a.k.a. @trucker smack and @cannon bryan had a great conversation about flatbed companies over in the Trucker Dump Podcast Slack group.
Dave Weidemann, a.k.a. @MoHican from the the Trucker Dump Podcast Slack group reminded everyone that government grants are a useful thing when it comes to making truck driving school affordable.
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In this week’s show, I first clear up some goofs from last week. Then we talk about ID tags on trucks, Hurricane Ian HOS exemptions and tips on hauling FEMA loads, a cool video explaining deregulation, what makes a professional driver, and finally we discuss electric vehicle adoption and I finally learned how California got so much clout when it comes to emissions standards.
All that, plus more news stories, and of course, listener feedback involving Mario Kart, trucker spy cameras, HOS elimination, and podcast reviews.
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News Links: What are the Autonomy Levels for Autonomous Vehicles? from Perforce.com
International A26 engine-related recall: Potential connecting-rod issues in 7,000 trucks from OverdriveOnline.com
Nikola recalls battery-electric trucks for seat belt issue from OverdriveOnline.com
FMCSA issues HOS waiver for Hurricane Ian relief haulers in eight states from CDLLife.com
FreightWaves CEO Fuller offers advice to truckers hauling FEMA loads from FreightWaves.com
Canada ends border vaccine mandate, OOIDA calls on Biden to follow suit from OverdriveOnline.com
Federal Trade Commission joining independent contractor fray from FreightWaves.com
FMCSA considering 5-year ‘special’ waiver for propane haulers from FreightWaves.com
The FMCSA eyes plan to require electronic identification technology for commercial vehicles from CDLLife.com
Submit your comments here
Federal agency seeks input on changes to hazmat registration fees from LandLine.media
Arizona lane filtering law in effect from LandLine.media
Love’s opens new truck stop in Iowa with nearly 70 truck parking spaces from CDLLife.com
New York to Ban Sale of Gas Cars by 2035 from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
Why the Clean Air Act’s Special Treatment of California Is Permissible Even in Light of the Equal-Sovereignty Notion Invoked in Shelby County from Justia.com
Toyota’s CEO Says EV Adoption Will Take Longer Than Expected from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
Eye-opening video breaks down ‘The Decision That Broke American Trucking’ from CDLLife.com
Time to sign up for Truck to Success course from LandLine.media
Want to improve retention in trucking? Define 'professionalism' to set the standard, build value from OverdriveOnline.com
Listener Feedback: Andy Wadel (@Peterbilt Andy) joins the Trucker Dump Slack group.
@Goose shares some insight on how speeders are caught in Australia.
Shannon left a review on Apple Podcasts and I’m still trying to decide if it’s good or not. 😉
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In today’s show we’ve got lots of info on electric stuff, including Kenworth’s new electric truck, new battery technology, and whether our power grid can handle it. We’ll also get an update on the AB5 mess in California, the FMCSA is looking for your comments on ELDs, a new bill for driver training exemptions, a new autonomous truck study focused on drivers and new autonomous business partnerships, toll-reversals, new speed cameras, a hazmat endorsement exemption, and what do you know, we’ve finally got a new FMCSA administrator!
In the listener feedback segment, we’ve got a couple of new Trucker Dump Slack members, and some new guy calling himself Trucker Smack sends an audio comment with his thoughts on not having HOS rules. I’ll also share yet another bad podcast review!
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News Links: Steering issue prompts recall of Western Star trucks from OverdriveOnline.com
TSA grants renewal exemption for truckers with hazmat endorsement from LandLine.media
FMCSA to accept public comments from truck drivers on ELDs from CDLLife.com
Public comments accepted until November 15, 2022
FMCSA to recruit truck drivers for autonomous vehicle study from FreightWaves.com
Schneider to provide self-driving truck tech company with ‘freight loads and commercial expertise’ from CDLLife.com
All-electric Kenworth T680E delivers a smooth, powerful ride from OverdriveOnline.com
California's power crisis poses a serious question for the future of EVs from OverdriveOnline.com
Daimler Truck boosts electric truck range with new battery chemistry from FreightWaves.com
California doesn’t want OOIDA allowed into next steps in CTA’s AB5 lawsuit from FreightWaves.com
OOIDA permitted to intervene in renewed AB5 legal battle in California from FreightWaves.com
Judge orders Rhode Island to stop collecting truck-only tolls within 48 hours from CDLLife.com
Colorado proposal would revise state’s speed camera rule from LandLine.media
Senators introduce bill to lift ‘burdensome’ Entry-Level Driver Training rule from small trucking companies from CDLLife.com
Senate confirms Robin Hutcheson as FMCSA administrator from LandLine.media
Listener Feedback Links: The First 6 Months Of Trucking - Part 1 from AboutTruckDriving.com
The First 6 Months Of Trucking - Part 2 from AboutTruckDriving.com
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In today’s show, we’ll be talking about averting a major railroad strike, absentee voter info by state, trucker blitz results and automatic emergency braking testing, a Pony Express-style trucking startup, new healthy eating options, truckers and overtime, some really weird recalls, and much more.
As for listener feedback, Trailrider shares his thoughts on drivers not having any hours-of-service rules, while Shy Guy gives me an opportunity to recommend some of the podcasts I’m currently listening to.
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News Links: 17 million CPAP masks recalled for ‘serious’ safety issue involving magnets from CDLLife.com
Western Star trucks recalled for hood issue from LandLine.media
We haven’t completely dodged a ‘disastrous’ rail strike, rail workers say from FreightWaves.com
Truckers’ overtime bill introduced in Senate from LandLine.media
Over 16,000 CMVs and drivers taken out-of-service during nation’s biggest trucker blitz from CDLLife.com
Kentucky targets commercial motor vehicles with driver-focused cameras from LandLine.media
Automatic braking systems ineffective at night spotting pedestrians, study reveals from LandLine.media
Cummins signs up Werner for 500 hydrogen internal combustion engines from LandLine.media
Pony Express-style freight? Startup hopes to shorten long hauls, transform rural America from OverdriveOnline.com
TA to offer truckers more healthy food options at Country Pride and Iron Skillet restaurants by the end of 2022 from CDLLife.com
How to make sure your vote gets counted as deadlines approach from OverdriveOnline.com
Listener Feedback: I mention three of my favorite podcasts:
Stuff You Should Know
Planet Money
The Newsworthy
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In today’s show, we talk about new autonomous partnerships and electric truck pilot programs, overwhelmed driver training programs, Amazon’s newest thing, the future of LTL, new AB5 rulings, trucker diversity, understanding fuel surcharges, more waiver extensions, deals for National Truck Driver Appreciation Week, and more.
We’ve got a Trucker Grub segment too, and I give a listener some advice on finding a good-paying driving job.
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News Links: Truck stop chains announce Truck Driver Appreciation deals from CDLLife.com
I-30 traffic to shift onto new Arkansas River bridge starting in September from CDLLife.com
Kentucky emergency HOS waiver extended through September from OverdriveOnline.com
FMCSA again extends nationwide HOS waiver for COVID-19 relief haulers through the fall from CDLLife.com
Driver Training Programs Overwhelmed by Interest from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
50 Tips for Truck Drivers from LanierLawFirm.com
ATA Makes Headway on Trucking Diversity Plans from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
LTL business is facing a radical transformation from LandLine.media
Amazon Warehousing & Distribution is company’s latest foray into logistics from FreightWaves.com
Lower court formally lifts injunction against AB5 in California trucking from FreightWaves.com
Port of Oakland wins case for injunction barring future trucker protests from OverdriveOnline.com
Lessons learned from three-year Volvo LIGHTS project from LandLine.media
Autonomous Truck Firm Gatik to Begin Deliveries in Dallas from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
Locomation to Begin Runs With Oklahoma Carrier from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
Trucking 101: Understanding fuel surcharges from OverdriveOnline.com
More than 1000 comments received on trucker’s request for personal ELD and HOS exemption from CDLLife.com
Submit your comments on Ronnie Brown's HOS exemption request
Trucker Grub: I review Pilot Flying J's new Burrito Junction in Corbin, Kentucky at I-75 Exit 29.
Listener Feedback: Bryan writes in to ask for recommendations on good-paying truck driving jobs.
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In this week’s show, we discuss Heartland Express buying CFI, 6 pre- and post-trip inspection myths, another case the Supreme Court ignored, preparing for automated trucks, new services for truckers, and much, much, more. In the listener feedback segment, we’ve got some follow-up on that AB5 video from the OOIDA Foundation, and I have another idiot commenting on my tailgating article.
In the intro, I share stories of The Evil Overlord's wreck and a musical hotel.
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News Links: Kenworth recalling certain T680 trucks for potential fuel tank issue from OverdriveOnline.com
Kenworth adds Lane Keeping Assist as option on Class 8 trucks from OverdriveOnline.com
New Michigan law clears path for autonomous vehicle roadways from LandLine.media
Pilot, Kodiak Partner on Autonomous Truck Services from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
New Pennsylvania law authorizes truck weigh system from LandLine.media, submitted by Trevor @Koolaid from the Trucker Dump Slack Group
Texas DOT wants parking, other feedback on I-10 corridor to prioritize projects from OverdriveOnline.com
FMCSA considers hours-of-service exemption for truck driver from FreightWaves.com
Trucking Alliance makes another pitch for hair testing from LandLine.media
Why trucking is peeved at the Supreme Court from FreightWaves.com
Heartland Express embarks on its biggest challenge yet from FreightWaves.com
6 pre- and post-trip inspection myths, and reality: Trucking Law from OverdriveOnline.com
TravelCenters of America opens South Dakota truck service center from LandLine.media
Love’s opens truck stop in Washington with 57 truck parking spaces from CDLLife.com
Love’s launches annual Children’s Miracle Network campaign Friday from OverdriveOnline.com
Celebrities treat truck stop “like a zoo” in ‘disrespectful’ photoshoot from CDLLife.com
Listener Feedback Links: Mark Schremmer writes responded to my email about the AB5 video from the OOIDA Foundation.
Lane didn’t read the TD95: 4 Reasons That Trucker Might Be Tailgating You article, but he shares his thoughts anyway.
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In today’s show, we discuss new engines, a new driving skills test, autonomous boo-boos, COVID exemption wrecks, electric vehicle rebates, lots of reminders on lots of different things, and some wacky HOS exemption requests. Oh, and you may want to get your shot glass out of the cupboard.
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Introduction Links: What’s happening with AB5? The OOIDA Foundation explains (Video) from LandLine.media
News Links: The toughest states for brakes violations: 2022 update to get prepped for Brake Safety Week blitz from OverdriveOnline.com
Colorado chain law goes into effect soon — here’s what you need to know to avoid a big fine from CDLLife.com
New Pennsylvania law authorizes apportioned registrations, vehicle snow and ice removal from LandLine.media
Truck drivers in Maryland must pass ‘modernized’ CDL skills test starting next week from CDLLife.com
International Truck Launches Updated Powertrain from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
Paccar to Offer Cummins X15 Natural Gas Engine from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
Congress approves incentive boost for EV truck purchases from FreightWaves.com
FMCSA, NHTSA looking into autonomous truck crash from OverdriveOnline.com
FMCSA reports two crashes under emergency declaration since March 2020 from LandLine.media
Another driver requests HOS exemption from OverdriveOnline.com
New Love’s adds 84 truck parking spaces in Minnesota from OverdriveOnline.com
Love’s pulls plug on controversial I-90 truck stop in Montana from FreightWaves.com
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In this week’s show, we discuss more about AB5, drug testing, overtime pay, Tesla trucks, 60-ft trailers, new trucking services, apps, and truck stops, and unfortunately a crap-ton of recalls. On the plus side, trucker pay has gone up. So there’s that.
In the feedback section, listeners have follow-up on the rising Pennsylvania toll rates and the new parking program and the ParkUnload app.
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News Links: Steering gear recall hits 47k Kenworth, Peterbilt trucks from OverdriveOnline.com
Nearly 1400 Daimler trucks recalled for unexpected engine shutdown risk from CDLLife.com
Navistar recalling more than 8,000 LoneStar and LT trucks from LandLine.media
Tesla Semi could be on the road by the end of 2022 from LandLine.media
Walmart rolls out ‘first of its kind’ 60-foot multi-temp reefer trailer from CDLLife.com
Drivewyze integrated into Verizon Connect from OverdriveOnline.com
DAT launches new mobile app from OverdriveOnline.com
U.S. DOT considers electronic forms for drug testing program from LandLine.media
Submit your comments on the electronic forms for the drug and alcohol testing.
Overtime pay for employee drivers: Market benefits and drawbacks from OverdriveOnline.com
Washington State formula for overtime pay
Truck driver salary increased significantly in 2021, according to study from CDLLife.com
Schneider driver ruled an employee in federal court appeal from FreightWaves.com
What’s happening with AB5? The OOIDA Foundation explains from LandLine.media
Pilot renovates six locations from OverdriveOnline.com
Listener Feedback: Trevor and Matt have thoughts on the rising Pennsylvania toll rates.
Bruce shares his experience with the ParkUnload app and shares photos too (see bottom of post)!
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In today’s show, we discuss lots of new stuff: Cummins’ new hydrogen engine, new money for driver training, a new biodiesel, a new speed trap, new road closures and toll increases, and a first-ever demonstration of an autonomous vehicle being pulled over by the fuzz. Oh, and of course, truckers have found a new thing to be pissed off about the speed limiter proposal.
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News Links: Oakland truckers claim ‘small victory’ after judge seeks more time to review AB5 suit from FreightWaves.com
FMCSA announces $3.1M in grants to recruit veterans into trucking from LandLine.media
Bureau of Prisons Expands CDL Training for Women from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
Speed limiters contradict driver retention goals, OOIDA says from LandLine.media
You can now watch the ‘first-ever public demonstration of an autonomous truck being pulled over by law enforcement’ from CDLLife.com
Cummins hydrogen engine offers more capability, lower cost over all-electric from OverdriveOnline.com
Texas researchers’ new breed of peanuts may boost biodiesel production from FreightWaves.com
Tolls to increase by 5% on the Pennsylvania Turnpike from CDLLife.com
Starting Aug. 1, Louisiana doubles fines on Atchafalaya Bridge from LandLine.media
Three-week closure of I-70 in Topeka begins soon from CDLLife.com
Listener Feedback Links: Eric Lindeau writes in to tell us about two more McDonald’s in Minnesota that have big rig drive thrus. Cool!
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In this week’s show we discuss more on the AB5 situation, the under-21 driver program that just started, the outcome of the hours-of-service challenge, driver-facing cameras, Connecticut’s new emissions law, more women truckers, tips for brake care, trucker pets, more studies on truck parking, electric truck ramifications, and what the heck is the PHMSA?
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News Links: Trucker AB 5 Blockade Ends at Port of Oakland from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
TransForce offers ‘two-check’ solution to help independents comply with AB5 from FreightWaves.com
ATBS releases ‘Quick Guide to AB 5’ ebook from OverdriveOnline.com
ATRI wants to hear from truckers on driver-facing cameras from OverdriveOnline.com
Take the ATRI truck camera survey
Meet Driface, the driver-facing camera from LandLine.media
Will battery-electric trucks end up a ‘black eye’ on environmental benefits? from OverdriveOnline.com
WIT: Female driver workforce grows to over 13% from OverdriveOnline.com
FMCSA's under-21 driver pilot program opens: Here's how it works from OverdriveOnline.com
DC appeals court denies driver hours-of-service challenge from FreightWaves.com
PHMSA Seeks Input on Possible Shift From Paper to Electronic Communication from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
Researchers to Study Truck Parking in Iowa, Wisconsin from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
New Love’s in Pennsylvania has 130 truck parking spaces from CDLLife.com
Love’s opens the company’s first-ever truck stop in Connecticut from CDLLife.com
Connecticut enacts new emissions law targeting trucks from OverdriveOnline.com
10 tips to help truckers prep for CVSA Brake Safety Week from CDLLife.com
Driver named Highway Angel for alerting fellow trucker to trailer fire from OverdriveOnline.com
$30k up for grabs in Pilot Road Warrior contest from OverdriveOnline.com
Riding shotgun: Program aims to pair truckers and pets from LandLine.media
Email Memphis Animal Services at mas@memphistn.gov
Listener Feedback Links: Shannon points me to the McDonald’s in Minnesota that has a big truck drive-thru
Emery writes in to continue to torture me on how to pronounce the name of his trucking company.
Maverick and some driver who calls himself Some Driver on the Trucker Dump Slack group, share some thoughts on chameleon carriers.
Driver Dave recommends a book called “Why We Sleep?” by Matthew Matthew Walker.
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On today’s show we’ve got lots on the aftermath of California’s AB5 law, broker reform, promoting women truckers, 5 things trucking schools don’t teach, concerns over Canada’s ELD mandate, road closures, and what the heck is a chameleon carrier? Plus lots more news, listener feedback, and what I’m pretty sure is the cheesiest outro I’ve done to date.
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News Links: Autocar trucks added to widespread steering gear recall from OverdriveOnline.com
Drivers warned that I-94 in Detroit to shut down for seven days from CDLLife.com
Can California Owner-Operators Work Around AB5 Independent Contractor Restrictions? from TheTruckersReport.com
Truckers at Oakland protest say ‘cargo won’t flow until AB5 goes’ from FreightWaves.com
California Congressmembers call on Gov. Newsom to repeal AB 5 for trucking from OverdriveOnline.com
Trade Groups Ask Newsom to Delay Enforcement of AB 5 from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
House transportation committee passes truck parking legislation from OverdriveOnline.com
FMCSA’s speed limiters: Unsafe at any speed? from FreightWaves.com
ATA launches new program to address issues facing women in trucking from OverdriveOnline.com
TD141: Women In Trucking With Ellen Voie from AboutTruckDriving.com
Broker reform: Should dispatch services be considered brokers? FMCSA's comment request sparks debate from OverdriveOnline.com
Chameleon carriers pose threat to nation’s roadways from FreightWaves.com
Trucking association raises concerns over Canada’s ELD mandate from FreightWaves.com
5 Things Truck Driver Training Schools Don’t Teach | What To Do About It! from RoadLegends.com
Portland to consider banning the sale of diesel from CDLLife.com
New program to add tire monitoring tech at 200 truck stops, tire data sent to fleet managers within 2 minutes from CDLLife.com
Texas BBQ joint has a drive-thru for semi trucks from CDLLife.com
Love’s opens new truck stop in Illinois with 70 truck parking spaces from CDLLife.com
TravelCenters of America Hosts St. Christopher Truckers Relief Campaign from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
Listener Feedback Links: Matt a.k.a. @Mountain Matt sends in an “almost” Trucker Grub segment and thanks me for the podcast, the ebooks, and the Trucker Dump Slack Group.
Nathan, Rob, and Brandon all ask to join the Trucker Dump Slack Group.
Butare doesn’t miss one second of the podcast… ever!
Nick’s plan to go to trucking school have been delayed, but that doesn’t keep him from driving a truck. 😉
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This week we discuss autonomous yard trucks, new regulations, government overreach, a new trucker movie, more on AB5, the 15 best truck stops in the US, EV charging and battery issues, hot tires, what young people are looking for in trucking careers, and believe it or not, more safety blitzes.
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News Links: Arkansas to kick off two week speeding crackdown from CDLLife.com
Hundreds of truckers protest AB5 at Southern California’s busiest ports from FreightWaves.com
Refrigerated carriers combine as KLLM acquires Quest Global from FreightWaves.com
2290 tax filing season opened July 1. Here's how to get ahead of the deadline from OverdriveOnline.com
Tire safety risks can rise with the temperature from OverdriveOnline.com
New trucking movie features a female driver in a battle against human traffickers to save a teen girl from CDLLife.com
Younger Drivers Look Beyond Pay When Choosing Carriers, ATRI Finds from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
Outrider ready to scale distribution yard autonomy from FreightWaves.com
Pilot and GM plan coast-to-coast EV fast-charging network from FreightWaves.com
First Responders Outline Concerns With EV Battery Fires from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
A run at mobile CO2 capture, straight from the stacks -- and growing markets for the gas from OverdriveOnline.com
DOT Sec Buttigieg Plans to Ignore Supreme Court Ruling and Target Truckers Using Diesel Engines, According to Wall Street Journal from TheTruckersReport.com
Pennsylvania passes new snow, ice removal law from OverdriveOnline.com
Trucking, supply chain groups press for end to redundant background checks from OverdriveOnline.com
The Top 15 Best Truck Stoops In America You Have To Visit from HaleTrailer.com
Last day to leave comments on truck speed limiters
Listener Feedback Links: John, RE, and Scott simply want to join the Trucker Dump Slack Group.
Chris asks to join the Trucker Dump Slack Group and asks my opinion about hotshot trucking. I mention The Trucking Podcast
Dave wants to become a truck driver and a Trucker Dump Slack member.
Nicolle moved from Puerto Rico to become a trucker and now she wants to join the Trucker Dump Slack Group too!
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This week we’ve got stories on ELDs and Covid in Canada, what are your rights when a broker doesn’t pay, more carrier acquisitions, yet another safety blitz, a bajillion public comments on speed limiters, a big trucker party, and ironically, how marijuana is lowering truck crashes. Plus listener feedback and more on today’s show.
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News links: Driver in Texas human smuggling operation faces possibility of death penalty from OverdriveOnline.com
Kelly regional drive tire recalled from OverdriveOnline.com
Canada approves another ELD provider from OverdriveOnline.com
Canada extends COVID border restrictions to Sept. 30 from FreightWaves.com
FMCSA receives more than 14,000 comments on controversial speed limiter proposal — comment period ends soon from CDLLife.com
Submit your comments to the FMCSA regarding truck speed limiters
FMCSA extends hours waiver for baby formula haulers from OverdriveOnline.com
Anti-speeding enforcement blitz taking place now through early September in Connecticut from CDLLife.com
Iowa 80 gearing up for annual Walcott Truckers Jamboree from OverdriveOnline.com
Legal marijuana may lower rate of truck accidents, new research says from FreightWaves.com
Pitt Ohio acquires assets from partner carrier Teal’s Express from FreightWaves.com
Trucking Law: What are your rights when a broker doesn’t pay? from OverdriveOnline.com
Trucker Grub links: Submit your favorite truck-accessible eatery to TruckerDump@gmail.com
Listener Feedback links: Bruce Phelps shares his thoughts on the new weekly format. Psssht… he's a fan of it!
I mentioned being a big fan of The Newsworthy podcast for "news made fast, fair, fun - in just 10 minutes."
Trinidad Hernandez took a break from trucking but he's back and thanks me for continuing to do the podcast. Well you're welcome, Trinidad.
Christopher Moyer asks about the ebook combo pack and I'm more than happy to talk about the 25% off deal for only $14.98.
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Major road closures, government regulations on DOT bumpers, lease operators, and autonomous vehicles, plus protection from the sun, sadly, many deaths around the trucking industry, and more.
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News Links: Major Louisville interstate closure begins next week from CDLLife.com
New Love’s brings 114 truck parking spaces to Arkansas from CDLLife.com
CAT Scale Roll Out of Digitally Signed Scale Tickets from CDLLife.com
3 Free Apps Every Trucker Should Have from AboutTruckDriving.com
New Fuel Taxes Kick in July 1 in Number of States from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
NHTSA defends new standard for truck trailer underride guards from FreightWaves.com
NHTSA’s Steven Cliff Says Agency to Scrutinize Auto-Driver Technology from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
Skin, Musculoskeletal Health Essential for Truck Driver from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
At least 50 migrants dead in alleged human smuggling attempt involving tractor-trailer from OverdriveOnline.com
Several dead after passenger train derails in crash with dump truck from CDLLife.com
Supreme Court will not hear trucking's AB 5 case, law will take effect for industry from OverdriveOnline.com
Listener Feedback Links: TD156: The First 6 Months Of Trucking - Part 1 from AboutTruckDriving.com
TD157: The First 6 Months Of Trucking - Part 2 from AboutTruckDriving.com
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We kick off a new era of the Trucker Dump Podcast today where I attempt to take the podcast to a weekly schedule. Hey! Quit laughing!
In this week's news we've got three recalls, both happy and unhappy Freedom Convoyers, the dates for this year's Brake Safety Week, a new FMCSA director on the way, the challenges of enforcing speed limiters, the Top 100 carrier list, carrier acquisitions, a revoked ELD, the logistics of war, and your chance to help the FMCSA define brokers.
Trucker Grub takes us to some good home cooking on I-35 in Missouri, and of course, listener feedback from you!
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News links: Recalls announced for Kenworth, Peterbilt, International and Western Star trucks from OverdriveOnline.com
ABS-, axle-weight-related recalls hit 200 Freightliner, Western Star trucks from OverdriveOnline.com
Navistar recalls certain LT tractors due to improper battery cable wiring from FreightWaves.com
Here’s what you can expect during Brake Safety Week 2022 from CDLLife.com
Hutcheson clears another hurdle on path to FMCSA Administrator from OverdriveOnline.com
OOIDA response to FMCSA Administrator nomination hearing from OOIDA.com
Ontario Faces Challenges Enforcing Speed Limiter Law from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
Alert: If you use this ELD, the FMCSA says that you’re no longer compliant from CDLLife.com
USA Truck acquired by DB Schenker from OverdriveOnline.com
'People's Convoy' meets Republican Sens., Reps.; Owner-ops, small fleets recognized by broker from OverdriveOnline.com
'People's Convoy' members sue D.C. for alleged free speech violations from OverdriveOnline.com
5 facts about the logistics of war from FreightWaves.com
2022 Top 100 For-Hire Carriers List Illustrates Growth of Large Fleets from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
FMCSA requests public input on defining ‘broker,’ ‘bona fide agents’ from OverdriveOnline.com
Trucker Grub links: Bruce Phelps tells us about Toot-Toot Family Restaurant & Lounge in Bethany, MO
Listener Feedback links: Donna listened to TD95: 4 Reasons That Trucker Might Be Tailgating You and shares her tip to get tailgaters off her a$$.
Dakota Stott joined the Slack group and you should too!
Nicholas is getting his truck driving career started and just wanted to thank me for the encouragement. Cool!
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Well, I’ve been holding onto this episode with the hopes that I’d be able to include a main topic, but that’s still in the works. So I guess there’s no logical reason to keep hanging onto all this old news. Some of it isn’t all that relevant anymore, like the whole Canadian border thing and Covid news. But there’s also some more relevant topics here, including all the typical stuff like recalls, more safety blitzes (not the NFL version), moving forward with both the infrastructure plan and futuristic trucks, drug and health updates, and of course, all the things our government is up to.
Additionally, Scott Gunter a.k.a. Killjoy gives me a chance to drool all over his submission for the Trucker Grub segment. This time around, most of the listener feedback segment consists of new drivers wanting to join the Trucker Dump Slack group, but two long-time listeners also pipe in on mechanical woes and YouTube videos.
This episode of Trucker Dump is sponsored by: Porter Freight Funding - So many services to offer, including Factoring, Dispatching, Freight Brokering, Fuel Cards, Insurance, and Compliance. Call 855–943-3518 to learn more.
Volvo Trucks - Check out the new D13TC engine in the Volvo VNL series.
News segment: 3 IRS Tax Code Changes Truck Drivers Need to Know from TheTruckersReport.com
CVSA announces Roadcheck inspection blitz dates, OOS criteria changes from OverdriveOnline.com
Kenworth, Peterbilt trucks recalled for methane warning system issue from OverdriveOnline.com
3,500 Peterbilt tractors recalled for potential issue with side step from OverdriveOnline.com
Daimler Issues Another Safety Recall for Western Star, Freightliner Models from TheTruckersReport.com
Eaton-Cummins transmission joint venture hunts for last stick shift holdouts from FreightWaves.com
Cummins acquiring Jake Brake company from OverdriveOnline.com
Cummins will buy Meritor for $3.7B
Diesel Fuel Expected To Rise As Wall Street Predicts $100 Per Barrel Crude Prices from TheTruckersReport.com
2022 may be pivotal year for California’s green rules for trucks from FreightWaves.com
J.B. Hunt enters long-term partnership with autonomous trucking firm from OverdriveOnline.com
Outrider extends autonomous distribution yard work to backing up trailers from FreightWaves.com
Ottawa declares state of emergency as OOIDA calls for end to border vax mandates from OverdriveOnline.com
The People's Convoy drove from California to Washington DC to support trucker's freedom.
‘The People’s Convoy’ grows in size as protest leaves Oklahoma from the Washington Examiner
7:36 video of my experience running with The People's Convoy
Border, Ottawa protesters could lose CDLs, face prison, fines: Ontario premier from FreightWaves.com
Police clear Freedom Convoy truckers, supporters from Ottawa from FreightWaves.com
US to close borders to unvaccinated Canadian, Mexican truckers on Saturday from FreightWaves.com
16 U.S. governors, two Canadian premiers call for end to cross-border vax mandate from OverdriveOnline.com
KeepTruckin ELD now certified in Canada from OverdriveOnline.com
Truckers using cocaine more than marijuana, study finds from FreightWaves.com
OOIDA says report on drivers' drug use 'meaningless' from OverdriveOnline.com
DOT eyes plan to allow oral fluid drug testing to ‘help combat employee cheating’ from CDLLife.com
FMCSA updates vision standard for certain truck drivers from OverdriveOnline.com
Hutcheson succeeds Joshi as head of FMCSA from FreightWaves.com
Buttigieg prioritizing truck driver pay from FreightWaves.com
Truck Driver Salary: Top Paying Jobs (By State & Freight Type) from TruckStop.com
Is driver retention getting better? Stay Metrics’ latest data suggests yes from FreightWaves.com
FMCSA seeks to improve complaint process for drivers, brokers from FreightWaves.com
FMCSA, NHTSA set dates for major rulemakings from FreightWaves.com
Buttigieg’s DOT rejects hours-of-service court challenge claims from FreightWaves.com
Supply chain report tackles truck parking, overtime exemption from LandLineMag.com
Public-sector efforts to boost truck parking face path filled with hurdles from FreightWaves.com
FMCSA lifts restrictions on CDL knowledge test proctors from FreightWaves.com
Virginia likely to see push for right-lane truck restriction during snow from FreightWaves.com
How to confront the post-crash litigation threat -- start at the scene of the accident from OverdriveOnline.com
How a plaintiffs' attorney shop works -- and how truckers can play defense to work it from OverdriveOnline.com
Who wants to own a trucking company? Retailers are starting to line up from FreightWaves.com
Love’s opens two new locations from OverdriveOnline.com
Trucker Grub segment: Scott Gunter, a.k.a Killjoy shares his favorite breakfast joint called Breakfasttime Anytime, located in Concord, NC on I-85 exit 60.
Listener Feedback segment: Mark Bezant is pursuing a trucking career and wants to join the Trucker Dump Slack group and stroke my ego a bit. You know I’m all for that! 😜
Driver Dave has a run in with bad truck design.
Andrew Justiss, Chris Moyer, Robert Hopper, and Ben Barton are all new truckers/listeners who have join the Trucker Dump Slack group.
Chris gets onto me for slacking on the late podcast.
Bruce Phelps discovered the Trucker Dump Podcast via my YouTube review of the Garmin dēzl™ OTR1000.
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It’s been over two months since the last episode, so we’re skipping a main topic today to get caught up on a crap-ton of news. We’ve got several recalls, new emissions and inspection standards, autonomous and electric trucks, Teamster elections, the top 500 trucking companies, fixing the supply chain issues, tips for driving in bad weather or avoiding it altogether, and new places for truckers to park.
We’ve also got big stories on the proposed vaccine mandate, lots of new legislation, and a trucker who got a major break on his sentence after a fiery wreck. And most importantly, we’ll start the show with some hand signals every trucker should know to combat human trafficking.
We’ll point you to some good southern eatin’ in the Trucker Grub segment, and in the Listener Feedback segment, we’ll discuss everything from broken websites, to the future of trucking, to some clarification on the latest Hours of Service rules.
This episode of Trucker Dump is sponsored by: Volvo Trucks - Check out the new D13TC engine in the Volvo VNL series.
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Introduction: Universal hand signal for under duress from TikTok
News segment: Western Star trucks recalled for electrical, steering issues from OverdriveOnline.com
Great Dane trailers recalled over brakes issue from OverdriveOnline.com
Great Dane recall hits 3,200 trailers from OverdriveOnline.com
Power steering defect prompts recall of certain Mack trucks from OverdriveOnline.com
Cummins recalls X12 diesel engines because of fire risk from FreightWaves.com
Rear impact guards now included in annual DOT inspection checklist from OverdriveOnline.com
Court reverses Obama-era trailer emissions standards from OverdriveOnline.com
California Targets Heavy-Duty Vehicles With Roadside ‘Smog Check’ Inspections from TheTruckersReport.com
New York, Massachusetts to end diesel truck sales by 2035 from OverdriveOnline.com
TuSimple claims success on 80-mile driverless Class 8 pilot in Arizona from FreightWaves.com
Robots outnumber human workers in this autonomous truck yard north of Denver from cpr.org and Shaun Coit @ChatAssassin
Independent Truck Driver Lobbyist Blasts Lawmakers Over Workforce Solutions from TheTruckersReport.com
Why we need to eliminate the overtime exemption to the Fair Labor Standards Act to solve the driver shortage from ccjdigital.com
White House Rolls Out Plan To Attract, Retain Truck Drivers from TheTruckersReport.com
TD158: How Do We Attract The Next Generation In Trucking? from AboutTruckDriving.com
Operators grade shippers, and the results get surprising from OverdriveOnline.com
What do you think? Correcting the research record around retention/churn with the most important perspective from OverdriveOnline.com
SCOTUS spikes Biden vaccine mandate but issue not fully put to bed from OverdriveOnline.com
Vaccine mandate now in effect for cross-border truckers re-entering Canada from CTV News in Vancouver
FMCSA extends COVID-19 emergency declaration's hours waiver through February from OverdriveOnline.com
Congress approves $1.2 trillion infrastructure bill from FreightWaves.com
What Truck Drivers Need to Know About $1 Trillion Infrastructure Package from TheTruckersReport.com
DRIVE Safe Act becomes law: Here's what motor carriers need to know from OverdriveOnline.com
Fatal crashes involving large trucks at highest level since 2005 from OverdriveOnline.com
Study finds trucking accidents up after ELDs from OverdriveOnline.com
FMCSA boss nominee Meera Joshi leaving post from OverdriveOnline.com
America’s Ports Problem Is Decades in the Making from the CATO Institute submitted by Joseph Genalo a.k.a Flatbed Joe
Truckers tired of taking blame for congestion crisis at California ports from FreightWaves.com
Port challenges/opportunities: Is the heyday sun setting on JIT as an inventory/freight model from OverdriveOnline.com
Greater split-sleeper flexibility, infrastructure investment, clarified independent contractor status: Trucking groups' recommendations to improve supply chain from OverdriveOnline.com
Low Teamsters election turnout may not be what it seems from FreightWaves.com
Exclusive: Central Freight Lines to shut down after 96 years from FreightWaves.com
FreightWaves Ratings unveils inaugural Top 500 for-hire list from FreightWaves.com
TikTok video explaining the 110-year sentence from TikTok.com
Millions Petition to Reduce Truck Drivers Excessive 110-Year Sentence from TheTruckersReport.com
Colorado governor knocks a century off driver's 110-year sentence from OverdriveOnline.com
Step up tire management in cold weather for better traction and tread life from OverdriveOnline.com
Winter trucking tips that could actually save a life from OverdriveOnline.com
Financial incentives almost always overrule safety instincts from ccjdigital.com
Are truckers protected from retaliation for refusing to drive in bad weather? (3:13 video) from OverdriveOnline.com
Ohio plans to repurpose two former weigh stations for truck parking from OverdriveOnline.com
Four news Love’s add 280 truck parking spaces from OverdriveOnline.com
Love’s adds more than 300 parking spaces with 3 new locations from OverdriveOnline.com
Love’s opens new Missouri location from OverdriveOnline.com
Trucker Grub segment: Patty’s Restaurant: Authentic Southern Eatery in Wildersville, TN
7 days a week, our winter hours are 11:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m.
Listener feedback segment: Matt MacKellar @Mountain Matt wrote in to tell me that people from Michigan call themselves and informs me of a goof on my website. He also mentions how helpful the “The First 6 Months Of Trucking - Part 1 & 2” episodes were to a new driver coming into the industry. Links to both below.
TD156: The First 6 Months Of Trucking - Part 1 from AboutTruckDriving.com
TD157: The First 6 Months Of Trucking - Part 2 from AboutTruckDriving.com
Nicholas Murphy, Jack Rickelmann, and Keith Butler all pointed out the website was borked beyond all recognition.
Andrew Farmer writes in with his own BMW experience.
David White a.k.a. Driver Dave wrote in for some Hours-of-Service clarification.
Greg T has started a new YouTube channel called Greg's Trucking Weather & Road Channel and points us to over 30 minutes of big truck drag racing. Man, that’s a lot of black smoke!
Trucker Andy writes in to share all his social media stuff about trucking in the UK.
Ken has a Class A CDL, but never really knew how to drive. What’s the best way to get back into things and get a trucking job? I had some suggestions, but we’re looking for your input too.
George Heine sent an audio comment on how to pronounce his last name.
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Today we talk to Dave Dein, a co-founder of The Next Generation In Trucking Association, which is a non-profit organization who’s goal is to get more young people interesting in trucking and logistics careers. What they’re doing is pretty cool, so you’ll want to stick around for that.
But first we’ve got more news than you can haul without a permit, including a dangerous social media game involving truckers, changes to the Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse that could affect your livelihood, more on autonomous vehicles, a proposed electric vehicle tax, a new device that fleets could use to restrict driver’s use of cell phones, and of course, a whole bunch about the impending vaccine mandate.
Also, money for truck parking is back on the agenda, care packages for the troops are requested, warehouses are full, the problem at the seaports, more on the lease-operator legal issue, the history of the owner-operator, and legislating bathrooms for truckers. Yes, really.
The Trucker Grub segment gets a retraction, and listener feedback features a whole mess of new Trucker Dump Slack members, gear recommendations, and me getting scolded. What’s new? LOL
This episode of Trucker Dump is sponsored by: Porter Freight Funding - So many services to offer, including Factoring, Dispatching, Freight Brokering, Fuel Cards, Insurance, and Compliance. Call 855–943-3518 to learn more.
Volvo Trucks - Check out the new D13TC engine in the Volvo VNL series.
Links mentioned in the introduction: Video of Todd getting his birthday gift from his awesome Trucker Dump Slack Group members.
Links mentioned in the news segment: Atlanta P.D. issues new warning about disturbing semi truck stowaway social media ‘game’ from CDLLife.com
New Love’s opens in Illinois from OverdriveOnline.com
123,481 Freightliner Cascadias recalled because steering linkage can separate from FreightWaves.com
FMCSA tells states to ban drivers with drug, alcohol strikes from OverdriveOnline.com
Fleet Operations Learn Increased Truck Driver Salaries About Retention, Not Working Overtime from TheTruckersReport.com
The NoCell goal: Ending distracted driving by automatically shutting down the phone from FreightWaves.com
Feds predict at least 200 automated vehicle crashes annually from FreightWaves.com
Real-world autonomy: Navigating a traffic jam and a crash scene from FreightWaves.com
Report: Electric vehicle tax could revive Highway Trust Fund from FreightWaves.com
Trucking not exempt from Biden's vaccine and testing mandate, enforcement 'cutting us off at the knees' from OverdriveOnline.com
Draft of vaccination rule released; trucking didn’t get an exemption from FreightWaves.com
TCA urges members to contact lawmakers over Biden vax mandate from Commercial Carriers Jounal
What happened in Vegas: TCA gathers for first time post-pandemic from FreightWaves.com
Biden announces major supply chain shakeup for ports, carriers and retailers from Commercial Carriers Jounal
Why Don’t U.S. Ports Operate 24/7? Ask the Unions from Competitive Enterprise Institute
No more room at the logistics warehouse inn, Prologis says from FreightWaves.com
Is the owner-operator model a legal minefield? Attorney weighs in from Commercial Carriers Jounal
Illinois Rep Leads Push For $1 Billion In Additional Safe Truck Parking from TheTruckersReport.com
Breaking Free: The history of the owner-operator in trucking from OverdriveOnline.com
Canadian province looking to require bathroom access for truckers from OverdriveOnline.com
OOIDA sponsoring 15th Truckers for Troops campaign from OverdriveOnline.com
ATA’s Spear gets specific on vaccine mandate: Trucking should have an exemption from FreightWaves.com
Bill intro'd in Senate that would exempt truckers from vaccine mandates from OverdriveOnline.com
Labor secretary says most truck drivers are exempt from Covid mandate, handing industry a win from CNBC.com
Trucker Grub segment: Driver Dave writes in to withdraw his recommendation of the Ten Acre Truckstop in Ontario Canda.
Links mentioned in the interview: The Next Generation in Trucking Association is a non-profit trade association who is engaging and training the next generation of trucking industry professionals by partnering with high schools, community/technical colleges and private schools to launch training programs around the United States.
You can reach The Next Generation of Trucking Association at 502-483-1478 or email them at info@nextgentrucking.org.
Links mentioned in the Listener Feedback segment: Jose Santiago (@Trokero84), Matt Ferguson (@matthewgferguson), Vicki (@Wunuvakind), Michael Gritton @michaelgritton, KT Johnson (@KT Cascadia), George Heine (@George Heine) all joined the Trucker Dump Slack group.
Long-time listener Greg T writes send an email and an audio comment with recommendations for gloves and flashlights, and shares why he’s not a Yeti fan.
Check out the Hydro Flask products recommended by Greg T. (Amazon Affiliate Link)
TD156: The First 6 Months Of Trucking - Part 1 from AboutTruckDriving.com
Check out the MCCC 250 Lumens Small LED Rechargeable Car Emergency Flashlight for 12 Volt Car Cigarette Lighter Vechicle Charge, Portable Mini Torch Light with Car Charger and Outdoor Survival Tool for Camping $17.99 recommended by Michael Nunn. (Amazon Affiliate Link)
Zach Smacher (@smackerman) takes me to task for my lack of mechanical know-how and tells a story about a hunt for paperwork.
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We’re back with Part 2 of the interview with Zach Smacher, about what it’s like for a new trucker in their first 6 months. We left off with a cliffhanger, so that’s where we’ll pick it back up.
But first we’re going to talk about the FMCSA’s new rules about COVID extensions and how they’re bending over backwards to get new truckers into the industry. We’ll also talk about President Biden’s vaccine mandate and how that’s going to affect the trucking industry. And in related news, how to get your own authority if you want to sidestep the mandate. LOL
What else? The pros and cons of working for a union shop, no government money for truck parking, higher per diem rates starting soon, lower Social Security benefits expected in the future, a naughty fuel card company, changes to an age-old technology - the CB, and with winter coming up, I’ll point you to a great resource for chain laws state-by-state.
In the listener feedback segment, we’ll congratulate a new CDL holder, help another potential new trucker, and a couple of drivers want to discuss hazardous materials handling.
Dr. Alexander E. Underwood works at KT Health Clinic near Springfield, MO. He can be reached at 855–943-3518 or email him at mail@kthealthclinic.com.
This episode of Trucker Dump is sponsored by: Porter Freight Funding - So many services to offer, including Factoring, Dispatching, Freight Brokering, Fuel Cards, Insurance, and Compliance. Call 855–943-3518 to learn more.
Volvo Trucks - Check out the new D13TC engine in the Volvo VNL series.
Pilot Flying J app - September is Driver Appreciation Month. Be sure to check out all the awesome offers and join the #ThankaTrucker challenge.
Links mentioned in the news segment: Chains required in Colorado beginning Sept. 1 from OverdriveOnline.com
Chain laws state-by-state from TheTruckersReport.com
More COVID emergency waivers extended from OverdriveOnline.com
FMCSA adds reporting requirement with extension of COVID HOS waiver from OverdriveOnline.com
FMCSA Shows CDL Flexibility to Get Newly-Minted Drivers On Road from TheTruckersReport.com
IRS per diem rate going up by $3 next month from FreightWaves.com
FTC Takes Fuel Card Company To Court Over ‘Hidden Fees’ from TheTruckersReport.com
Pros & Cons of Working For a Truck Driver Union Shop from TheTruckersReport.com
What would happen if employers forced truckers to get vaccinated? from OverdriveOnline.com
Biden vaccine mandate may worsen low driver retention rates from FreightWaves.com
How Biden's vaccine mandate could impact owner-ops, independents from OverdriveOnline.com
Get your own authority: How to tackle the basics of filing, insurance, more from OverdriveOnline.com
$3.5 trillion spending bill — and not one penny for truck parking from FreightWaves.com
Social Security to become unable to pay full benefits sooner than previously estimated from MarketWatch.com
Biggest change for CBs in four decades as FM mode gets approved by FCC from OverdriveOnline.com
Links mentioned in the interview: TD129: 4 Ways To Become A More Efficient Trucker from AboutTruckDriving.com
TD149: Job-Hopping In Trucking from AboutTruckDriving.com
TD152: When Should You Look For A New Trucking Job? from AboutTruckDriving.com
TD97: A Trucker's Worst Nemesis - Complacency from AboutTruckDriving.com
TD104: Complacency Strikes from AboutTruckDriving.com
TD66: Truckers Go Turtle Racing from AboutTruckDriving.com
Zachary can be reached at ZacharySmacher@aol.com, or you can find him on the Trucker Dump Slack group and Facebook page as @smackerman.
Links mentioned in the listener feedback segment: Congratulations to Angela Peters, who just got her Class A CDL with tanker and hazmat endorsements!
Steven Burnham joins the Trucker Dump Slack group and is looking to get his CDL through a company.
Scott Lucas joined the Trucker Dump Slack group. Where are you, Scott?
Billy Loving asked for the Trace tablet, but I already gave it to Christian Cooper. Sorry, Billy!
Zach Smacher, a.k.a. @smackerman, shares a hazmat situation he had recently.
Brett B takes me to task after listening to TD27: Hauling Hazardous Materials.
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In today’s main topic, we’ve got the first part of a 2-part interview with a new trucker about his first six months in the industry. Lots of good info here for anyone looking to get into the industry.
But first we’ve got a couple of recalls, soon-to-be obsolete electronic log devices, possible new vision standards from the FMCSA, and yet another COVID exemption extension.
We’ll also talk about the FMCSA’s new driver advisory panel’s first meeting and we’ll hear some reactions to it. We’ll discuss electric vehicles, slack adjuster no-nos, and more truck parking coming to Indiana.
Get out your sweet tooth for the Trucker Grub segment and in the listener feedback segment, we’ll discuss, everything from trucker TV shows, burning trucks and trailers, and trucker gear. And be sure to stick around to see if you can help a really short woman figure out how to become a trucker.
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Be sure to check out the 25% off ebook combo pack for Trucking Life and How to Find a Great Truck Driving Job while you're there.
This episode of Trucker Dump is sponsored by: Pilot Flying J app - September is Driver Appreciation Month. Be sure to check out all the awesome offers and join the #ThankaTrucker challenge.
Volvo Trucks - Check out the new D13TC engine in the Volvo VNL series.
Links mentioned in the news segment: Paccar recalls nearly 700 medium-duty trucks from OverdriveOnline.com
Wabash recall hits 350 reefer trailers from OverdriveOnline.com
FMCSA extends pandemic-related HOS waiver through November from FreightWaves.com
Will your ELD be obsolete in 2022? from FreightWaves.com
FMCSA medical board wants tighter standards for drivers with vision loss from FreightWaves.com
Submit your comments to the FMCSA regarding proposed vision requirement changes from Regulations.gov
FMCSA driver advisory panel's first subject: Not any 'driver shortage', but the retention of experience, safety from OverdriveOnline.com
Overtime exemption removal no panacea for retention in trucking -- voices on basic trucking conditions for drivers from OverdriveOnline.com
Biden calls for stricter emissions regs on trucks, cars within the decade from OverdriveOnline.com
$500M STEER Act could help bridge gap to zero-emission trucks from FreightWaves.com
Port of Oakland tests drayage with Class 8 Peterbilt electric trucks from FreightWaves.com
Breakthroughs and misconceptions: 9 questions with ChargePoint’s Rich Mohr from FreightWaves.com
Brake adjustment a sneaky Top 5 truck out of service violation thanks to misdiagnosis and improper shop practices from OverdriveOnline.com
Indiana rest area project to expand truck parking across state from OverdriveOnline.com
Links mentioned in the Trucker Grub segment: Check out The Westwood Cafe inside The Oasis Travel Plaza at I-44 Exit 145 in Missouri for a cinnamon roll the size of your friggin' head!
Links mentioned in the interview: TruckingTruth.com - Truck Drivers Are In High Demand. TruckingTruth Will Guide The Way.
Zachary can be reached at ZacharySmacher@aol.com, or you can find him on the Trucker Dump Slack group and Facebook page as @smackerman.
Links mentioned in the listener feedback segment: Stevie listened to and has comments on episodes:
TD84: TV Casting Call For A New Show About Truckers from AboutTruckDriving.com
Trick My Truck on Wikipedia from the folks at Chrome Shop Mafia at 4 State Trucks.
TD96: The Feedback Show from AboutTruckDriving.com
TD113: The Feedback Show #2 from AboutTruckDriving.com
TD140: The Listener Feedback Show #3 from AboutTruckDriving.com
TD100: What Makes The Evil Overlord… Evil? from AboutTruckDriving.com
Butare Nkunzi a.k.a. Em, was an eyewitness to the major fire that shut down the I-75 bridge in Cincinnati a while back.
Beavis and Butthead FIRE! clip on YouTube.com- 7 seconds
Greg T is back to tell us the story of how a reefer trailer burned up at a truck stop.
Zach Smacher sent in an audio clip where we discuss big hammers, insulated mugs, footwear, gloves, and flashlights.
Angela Peters and Gwyn Vela (@AngelaBird and @Furiosa respectively) had a conversation about being a member of the Trucker Dump Slack group.
You can join the Trucker Dump Slack Group too by emailing me at TruckerDump@gmail.com.
Brandy is having trouble becoming a trucker due to her 4'9" height. If you've got any advice for her, please shoot me an email to TruckerDump@gmail.com and I'll get you in touch with her.
I also mention WomenInTrucking.org as a possible source of information on this topic.
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Got a whopper of a show for you today, but once again, there is no main topic. I promise this isn’t a new trend. I’ve got some good things lined up for the next few episodes. But for now there’s a fairly long intro where I talk about my company’s hazmat issues, per diem tax breaks, adverse driving conditions, other trucking podcasts, and driving a fancy car.
In the news segment, we’ve got more truck recalls, yet another safety blitz, bridges reopening, toll plazas closing, rising driver pay, new insights into driver shortages and women’s affect on it, and what to do if you don’t pass your DOT physical.
Also, our governments are working on taxing truckers more, more COVID extensions, proposed legislation on speed limiters, sleep apnea, liability insurance, and infrastructure, all while putting the kibosh on the highway trust fund. Huh?? Oh, and teaming with a robot. Double huh??
On a lighter note, Pilot Flying J is giving away prizes this summer, there’s a popular movie about truckers on Netflix, and in not so light news, a fleet owner has a controversial idea on how to increase safety.
I’ll also announce the winners of the Trace tablet and the $50 for the Trucker Grub contest and we’ll hear from listeners on the topics of truck parking, speed limiters, the VMT tax, Walmart reefers, a longtime trucker retiring, and we’ll catch up with a past interviewee and see what’s up with him.
Listen to the podcast version or read the full article and the podcast show notes on AboutTruckDriving.com or search for Trucker Dump in your favorite podcast app.
Be sure to check out the 25% off ebook combo pack for Trucking Life and How to Find a Great Truck Driving Job while you're there.
This episode of Trucker Dump is sponsored by: * Volvo Trucks - Check out the new D13TC engine in the Volvo VNL series.
Links mentioned in the opening segment: Can company drivers take per diem tax break? from ATBS.com
20 Best Trucking Podcasts of 2021 from WelpMagazine.com
Links mentioned in the news segment: Recalls issued for certain International, Peterbilt trucks from OverdriveOnline.com
Two recalls affect more than 80,000 Daimler trucks from OverdriveOnline.com
Daimler recalls 122,056 heavy-duty trucks for possible loss of electric power from FreightWaves.com
CPAP recall leaves truck drivers with sleep apnea between a rock and a hard place from OverdriveOnline.com
FMCSA reminds truckers of risks of using CBD from OverdriveOnline.com
Brake Safety Week dates announced from OverdriveOnline.com
I-40 Bridge Linking Arkansas, Tennessee Reopens from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
New York State Thruway rest areas closing later this month for renovations from OverdriveOnline.com
Restaurant stimulus also creates per diem tax break for truckers from OverdriveOnline.com
Trucker health clinic chain abruptly ceases operations, files Chapter 7 from FreightWaves.com
You failed your DOT physical. Now what? from OverdriveOnline.com
Dr. Alexander E. Underwood works at KT Health Clinic near Springfield, MO. He can be reached at 855–943-3518 or email him at mail@kthealthclinic.com.
Alabama truckers fight truck-only toll proposal in Mobile from OverdriveOnline.com
Trucking groups sound off as Connecticut truck VMT tax signed into law from OverdriveOnline.com
Pennsylvania Turnpike tolls going up – again from OverdriveOnline.com
Speed limiter legislation reintroduced from OverdriveOnline.com
FMCSA extends COVID-related waivers through August from OverdriveOnline.com
Women more responsive than men during ‘trucking’s endless summer’ from OverdriveOnline.com
A new shortage is impacting the freight market, and it has nothing to do with drivers from OverdriveOnline.com
Appeals court denies request to rehear AB5 decision from FreightWaves.com
Trucking exempt from AB 5 until Supreme Court weighs in from OverdriveOnline.com
Specific sleep apnea screening criteria cut in latest draft medical examiner handbook from OverdriveOnline.com
House Democrats succeed in boosting trucking insurance to $2 million from FreightWaves.com
Insurance hike, parking relief not in Senate highway bill from OverdriveOnline.com
Texas bill would make it harder to win damages from big rig crashes from Fox4News.com
Biden sends federal motor fuels tax packing, Washington insider says from FreightWaves.com
ATRI outlines research goals for 2021 from OverdriveOnline.com
Major truck manufacturers plan European electric charging network from FreightWaves.com
FMCSA sees potential for human-autonomous team driver regulations from FreightWaves.com
Driver compensation, part 1: Guaranteed pay as a solution to trucking’s ‘unknowns’ from OverdriveOnline.com
Driver compensation, Part 2: Time-based pay could improve fairness, reduce detention from OverdriveOnline.com
Modest safety proposal: Get tougher on driver violations accountability from OverdriveOnline.com
Pilot giving away $5,000 in fuel, other prizes throughout summer from OverdriveOnline.com
Action flick set on ice roads comes to Netflix next month from OverdriveOnline.com
Links mentioned in the Trucker Grub segment: I used WheelOfNames.com to choose the winner of the $50. Justin Byrd won by guessing what five movies are featured in the Trucker Grub intro.
Links mentioned in the feedback segment: A free Trace tablet was up for grabs. Brandon Mezquiriz, William Garner, Jose Santiago, all wrote in, but Christian Cooper won by 2 hours.
Julio listened to TD125: Reserved Truck Parking: Convenience Or Exploitation from AboutTruckDriving.com
Driver Cee from TD 147: Be Careful Choosing A Truck Driving School from AboutTruckDriving.com
Jerry sent me a photo to prove that Walmart does indeed have reefer trailers.
Longtime listener/contributor Greg T announces his retirement from trucking.
@Smackerman shares his thoughts on speed limiters and tracking vehicles for the proposed VMT tax.
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We don’t have a main topic today, but we do have a mega crap ton of news, some listener feedback, and a fun contest that could win you $50.
So about this news; we’ve got a handful of truck recalls, Canadian ELDs, lots of driverless trucks being ordered, some useful tips for tax time, another reroute around a busted bridge, and yet another safety blitz (yes, really). But hey, all is not lost. We'll also tell you what qualifies as an out-of-service violation when it comes to lights and hours-of-service. This one might surprise you. We’ll even discuss how some of these violations are actual crimes! Whaaaa?
We’ll address some myths around the COVID vaccine and if you’re still freaked out, how to clean your truck to reduce your chances of getting it. But hey, at least you won’t die from a truck rollover if this prototype fifth wheel makes it to market!
And once again, the powers that be are making truckers unhappy with talks of the new Vehicle Miles Traveled tax, the push for speed limiters and automatic emergency braking, and why DOT physicals still won’t go directly onto your CDL for years to come. Not to mention the courts ruling against lease operators and a survey showing not much faith in the Biden administration. But hey, at least a new FMCSA director has been nominated. So there’s that.
And to finish up, we’ll show you how to value your time more, how to extend the life of your DPF filter (yes, I realize that’s redundant), and I’ll tell you about a new addition to the Garmin dēzl™ OTR series of truck GPSs and a new feature they all have.
What? I told you there was a lot of news. Did you think I was lying?
Oh yeah, I nearly forgot. I'm also giving away this Trace tablet from FleetUp to the first person who emails me at TruckerDump@gmail.com
Listen to the podcast version or read the full article and the podcast show notes on AboutTruckDriving.com or search for Trucker Dump in your favorite podcast app.
Be sure to check out the 25% off ebook combo pack for Trucking Life and How to Find a Great Truck Driving Job while you're there.
This episode of Trucker Dump is sponsored by: * Volvo Trucks - Check out the new D13TC engine in the Volvo VNL series.
Links mentioned in the news segment: Possible steering issue leads to recall of 18,000 Freightliner trucks from TruckersNews.com
Two recalls hit 11K Freightliner, Western Star trucks from OverdriveOnline.com
Thousands of International trucks recalled from OverdriveOnline.com
Recalls issued for certain International, Mack trucks from OverdriveOnline.com
Repairs to I-40 bridge over Mississippi could take 'months, not weeks' from TruckersNews.com
Operation Safe Driver Week to Focus on Speeding from TruckingInfo.com
With Roadcheck under way, here's a refresher on the OOS violations for lights, hours from OverdriveOnline.com
Trucking Law: Some safety violations can turn into misdemeanor or felony convictions from OverdriveOnline.com
Paul O. Taylor is managing partner of Truckers Justice Center and has represented truck drivers for over 25 years. He can be reached at 855–943-3518 or at TruckersJusticeCenter.com.
IRS' 100% meal deduction does not apply to owner-ops' per-diem deductions from OverdriveOnline.com
Partners in Business tip: Have a fixed residence from OverdriveOnline.com
Fleet Complete’s BigRoad Officially Submitted for Canadian ELD Certification from FleetComplete.com
ATRI puts $20B price tag on vehicle-miles-traveled tax from FreightWaves.com
Can taxing trucks on miles traveled work? from FreightWaves.com
Speed limiters, automatic braking on NTSB Most Wanted List from FreightWaves.com
Smart anti-rollover coupling can jettison the trailer to save truckies from NewAtlas.com
Autonomous truck maker says it has nearly 7,000 driverless truck orders from OverdriveOnline.com
FMCSA petitions to delay implementation of electronic med cert rule until 2025 from OverdriveOnline.com
Debunking truckers’ four favorite myths about COVID-19 vaccines from OverdriveOnline.com
Dr. Alexander E. Underwood works at KT Health Clinic near Springfield, MO. He can be reached at 855–943-3518 or email him at mail@kthealthclinic.com.
Cleaning truck cabs in the age of COVID from FleetOwner.com
Know the value of your time to assess true profit from OverdriveOnline.com
Federal court rules California's AB 5 applies to trucking, dealing blow to owner-operator model in state from OverdriveOnline.com
California AB 5: Likely next steps, wait-and-see mode, unanswered questions prevail among small fleets, leased operators from OverdriveOnline.com
Higher costs, reduced opportunity – worries dominate small fleets' Biden administration outlook from OverdriveOnline.com
Biden announces nominee for FMCSA boss from OverdriveOnline.com
3 ways to extend DPF life and keep filters running cleaner from OverdriveOnline.com
Garmin adds dēzl OTR500, a compact addition to its line of truck navigators from OverdriveOnline.com
TD151: In-Depth Review Of The Garmin dēzl OTR1000 Truck GPS from AboutTruckDriving.com
Buy a Garmin dēzl OTR truck GPS using this handy dandy Amazon Affiliate link!
Links mentioned in the listener feedback segment: TD74: Doing Dallas from AboutTruckDriving.com
TD75: Who's A Trucker? from AboutTruckDriving.com
TD76: The Spitting "Christian" Zealot from AboutTruckDriving.com
TD80: 'Twas The Night Before Christmas - Trucker Style from AboutTruckDriving.com
TD83: A Trucker Visits Carhenge from AboutTruckDriving.com
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In today’s show, we discuss truckers and their taxes in an interview with Mason War, CEO and Co-Founder of COS Accounting & Tax. Lots of good info on 1099 drivers here.
But first, we’ve got the obligatory Covid-related news including more extensions and vaccines, the Canadian Electronic log roll-out, lawsuits involving Prime,Inc., sleeper berth pay, and independent contractors, and I’ll tell you when to expect the next safety blitz.
The government has been busy too, with pushes for underride guards, speed limiters, mileage-based taxes, and more truck tolls. President Biden wants to fortify the supply chain while the FMCSA warns truck drivers of massive job losses. All while thousands of drivers are being lost to drug testing. Yeah, that makes sense.
Thankfully we have listener feedback to cheer us up; from Danny, Taran, Shawn, and of course Stevie.
Listen to the podcast version or read the full article and the podcast show notes on AboutTruckDriving.com or search for Trucker Dump in your favorite podcast app.
Be sure to check out the 25% off ebook combo pack for Trucking Life and How to Find a Great Truck Driving Job while you're there.
This episode of Trucker Dump is sponsored by:
- Volvo Trucks - Check out the new D13TC engine in the Volvo VNL series.
Links mentioned in the news segment:
Check out STOW IT if you need a place to park your semi or have space to rent to others.
Truck-Lite's heated LED tail lights from OverdriveOnline.com
COVID-19 HOS Exemption Extended, Maybe For The Last Time from TheTruckersReport.com
Trucking Industry Pushes CDC for COVID-19 Vaccines at Truckstops from TruckingInfo.com
Roadcheck set for early May with focus on lights, hours from OverdriveOnline.com
Canada to Phase in ELD Mandate Enforcement from TruckingInfo.com
Underride Legislation Calls for Side, Front Guards from TruckingInfo.com
Should Truck Trailers Have Side Underride Guards? from TruckingInfo.com
AngelWing side guards
Speed limiter debate reignited with new administration from OverdriveOnline.com
DOT: “We’ve Got To Come Up With Revenue,” But Higher Fuel Taxes Aren’t The Way Forward from TheTruckersReport.com
Biden Orders Fortification Of U.S. Supply Chain from TheTruckersReport.com
New FMCSA Boss Warns of Coming Truck Driver Job Losses Due to Driverless Trucks from TransportationNation.com
Nationalized ABC test would ice trucking’s independent contractor model from OverdriveOnline.com
Sleeper Berth Guidance Withdrawn In Huge Win For Truck Driver Pay Reform from TheTruckersReport.com
Jury trial set in Prime Inc.’s trademark lawsuit against Amazon from FreightWaves.com
The tens of thousands of drivers with drug violations likely to leave trucking for good from OverdriveOnline.com
Trucks Push Back Against PennDOT’s Plan To Toll 9 Bridges Statewide from Pittsburg.cbs.local.com
Mileage-Based Fees For Trucks Spread To Another State from TheTruckersReport.com
Four new Love’s add 335 truck parking spaces from OverdriveOnline.com
Links mentioned in the interview:
Check out the COS Accounting & Tax website.
Email COS Accounting & Tax
Call 1-801-960-1700
Links mentioned in the listener feedback segment:
Danny Welman gives a shout out to let me know he's a new listener. Thanks Danny!
Taran Salyers and Shaun Coit are both new listeners who asked to join the Trucker Dump Slack group.
Stevie is back to share her thoughts on three different episodes of Trucker Dump:
TD67: The Road To Smutville
TD72: Big Rig MacGyvering
TD73: Oh boy. Another Birthday. Yay.
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In today’s main topic we talk about how you know when you should switch trucking jobs. But first, lots of news involving COVID, new elog information for both the US and Canada, and lots of changes coming in 2021 due to a new presidential administration, including a scary one involving sleep apnea testing.
Also, truckers stick it to California, Walmart and driverless trucks, the big UPS sell-out, new vision and testing standards for CDL holders, and of course, the obligatory truck recalls.
In the listener feedback segment we’ll hear about hatred of elogs, a driving school and training story, COVID vaccinations, and I get called out by a 15-year-old. We’ll also hear about a great BBQ joint in the Trucker Grub segment.
Listen to the podcast version or read the full article and the podcast show notes on AboutTruckDriving.com or search for Trucker Dump in your favorite podcast app.
Be sure to check out the 25% off ebook combo pack for Trucking Life and How to Find a Great Truck Driving Job while you're there.
This episode of Trucker Dump is sponsored by:
- Volvo Trucks - Check out the new D13TC engine in the Volvo VNL series.
- Pilot Flying J app - Check out all the awesome features of the Pilot Flying J app.
Links mentioned in the news segment:
Stop the presses! It’s a new phase for Overdrive from OverdriveOnline.com
Daimler recalling certain Freightliner Cascadia models from OverdriveOnline.com
Volvo recall for potential brakes issue affects over 6,300 trucks from OverdriveOnline.com
One Quarter Of Inspected Trucks Placed OOS During Roadcheck Inspection Blitz from TheTruckersReport.com
In blockbuster deal, UPS selling off UPS Freight to TFI for $800M from OverdriveOnline.com
2021 Mid-America Trucking Show to be rescheduled due to COVID from OverdriveOnline.com
Truckers now included in third group recommended for COVID vaccine from OverdriveOnline.com
FMCSA extends CDL, med cert COVID waivers through February from OverdriveOnline.com
Biden announces 'regulatory freeze' to review last-minute Trump policies from OverdriveOnline.com
Biden has signed 42 executive actions since taking office. Here's what each does from CNN.com
No, Biden Didn’t Say ‘You Can’t Legislate by Executive Order Unless You’re a Dictator’ from Snopes.com
How Joe Biden’s executive orders compare with those of other presidents from qz.com
FMCSA proposes new split sleeper pilot program from OverdriveOnline.com
Here Are All The DOT Officials Appointed By President Biden So Far from TheTruckersReport.com
Pete Buttigieg on Wikipedia
Former head of NYC taxi commission named FMCSA deputy administrator from OverdriveOnline.com
Trucking trends to watch in 2021: Revival of mandates for speed limiters, new insurance limits; plus freight, rates, highway bill and more from OverdriveOnline.com
New study using 'STOP-Bang' protocol finds half of truck drivers could need sleep apnea evaluation from OverdriveOnline.com
Looking forward to a trucking rebound in 2021 leading to ‘very good’ 2022 from FleetOwner.com
Log annotations to avoid hours of service violations — and more from FMCSA Q&A from OverdriveOnline.com
FMCSA eyes update to ‘yard move’ guidance from OverdriveOnline.com
Trucking's exemption from Calif. break laws upheld from OverdriveOnline.com
CDL Mills Rejoice: New Truckers Can Be Tested By The Their Own Trainers from TheTruckersReport.com
FMCSA proposes new vision standard for truck drivers from OverdriveOnline.com
What you should know about the looming Canadian ELD mandate from OverdriveOnline.com
Walmart Removes “Safety Pilot” From Now Fully Driverless Truck from TheTruckersReport.com
Here are the drivers on FMCSA's new advisory panel from OverdriveOnline.com
Love’s plans to open 50 new travel stops in 2021 from OverdriveOnline.com
TA adds mobile fuel pumping features to app from OverdriveOnline.com
Trucker Grub segment:
Ole Rudy’s BBQ
I-75 Exit 201 in Jackson, GA
Links mentioned in the main topic:
TD149: Job Hopping In Trucking
TD97: A Trucker's Worst Nemisis - Complacency
TD104: Complacency Strikes
Indeed.com
Monster.com
AllTruckJobs.com
CDLjobs.com
TheTruckersReport.com
Truck Driver Power app
Links mentioned in the listener feedback segment:
TD56: Funkin' Truckin'
TD58: How Much Is Too Much?
TD59: A Trucker's Home
TD62: Elogs: A Second Look
TD150: Trucking News Galore!
Review of the Garmin dēzl™ OTR1000 truck GPS
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Got something a bit different for the main topic today. I had the opportunity to test Garmin’s newest truck GPS called the dēzl™ OTR1000, and I’ll share my thoughts in a video review.
But first, lots of news to discuss including truck recalls, winter driving prep, and COVID vaccines, waivers, and how it relates to workman’s comp. Autonomous and electric vehicles are always a hot topic, including how electric trucks might attract new truck drivers to the industry.
We’ve got an update on the closed bridge in Cincinnati, we’ll learn about fancy pants smart trailers, a request to be the new head of the FMCSA, and a DOT physical exemption for one large company. HUH?
We’ve got a non-traditional Trucker Grub segment this time and we’ll hear about Stevie driving for a carnival and musical guest, Driver Dave will give us his origin story.
And we’ll top it all off with the annual reading of ’Twas The Night Before Christmas - Trucker Style.
Listen to the podcast version or read the full article and the podcast show notes on AboutTruckDriving.com or search for Trucker Dump in your favorite podcast app.
Be sure to check out the 50% off ebook combo pack for Trucking Life and How to Find a Great Truck Driving Job while you're there. This deal is only available until January 31, 2021!
This episode of Trucker Dump is sponsored by:
- Pilot Flying J app - Check out all the awesome features of the Pilot Flying J app.
- Volvo Trucks - Check out the cool interior features in the VNL series and watch these two videos on the Living Environment Walkaround and The Most Comfortable Cab On The Road.
Links mentioned in the news segment:
Volvo recalling more than 8,400 VNL tractors for sleeper window issue from OverdriveOnline.com
Two recalls announced for certain Freightliner, Western Star models from OverdriveOnline.com
Clock’s ticking for independents to run their required self-check in Drug Clearinghouse from OverdriveOnline.com
Further extensions of CDL-related COVID waivers unlikely, official says from OverdriveOnline.com
TSA PreCheck Bill May Have Applications for Trucking, ATA Says from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
Truck drivers should be among first to get Covid-19 vaccine, says Johns Hopkins prof from TruckNews.com
Closed I-75/71 bridge expected to reopen Dec. 23 from OverdriveOnline.com
Waymo Looks to Calm Doubts About Driverless Cars With Data Release from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
‘How Can We Roll Out Driverless Trucks As Quickly As Possible?’ Wonders FMCSA Out Loud from TheTruckersReport.com
Study: Automated driving techs shown to increase dangerous driver disengagement from OverdriveOnline.com
Cars on Hyundai’s Electric Platform Can Charge 80% in 18 Minutes from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
GM: New Batteries Cut Electric Car Costs, Increase Range from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
Electric Trucks Have Qualities to Improve Diversity, Panelists Say from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
E-Smart Targets Better Tractor-Trailer Connectivity from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
FMCSA Just Removed An Important Safety Step, But Only For Knight-Swift from TheTruckersReport.com
OOIDA leader wants to head up Biden’s FMCSA from FleetOwner.com
Do thorough winter prep and avoid downtime from OverdriveOnline.com
Trucking Law: Can you refuse to drive in poor weather? from OverdriveOnline.com
Paul O. Taylor is managing partner of Truckers Justice Center and has represented truck drivers for over 25 years. He can be reached at 855–943-3518 or at TruckersJusticeCenter.com.
Trucking Law: Does workers’ comp cover COVID-19 infections? from OverdriveOnline.com
Brad Klepper is president of Interstate Trucker, a law firm dedicated to defending truck drivers. He is also president of the law firm Drivers Legal Plan. He can be reached at 800–333-3748 or at InterstateTrucker.com and DriversLegalPlan.com.
Links mentioned in the main topic:
In-Depth Review Of The Garmin dēzl™ OTR1000
This video has Amazon affiliate links:
Garmin dēzl™ OTR1000
Garmin dēzl™ OTR800
Garmin dēzl™ OTR700
Trucker Grub segment:
Long-time listener Greg T. gives us a reminder not to forget about grocery stores for good stuff to eat. He also mentioned in his email that he used a free app called Easy Voice Recorder on his Android phone to record the segment and I thought it sounded great!
Links mentioned in the Listener Feedback segment:
New listener Stevie listened to TD53: Lunar Driving As A Trucker and TD55: The EOBR Myth and tells us about about driving for a carnival.
Driver Dave opens with a quick toe-tapper and then proceeds to tell us about his first drive in a big rig, which was prompted by listening to TD147: Be Careful Choosing A Truck Driving School.
Video of the a semi driving in the caves in Springfield MO
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Well there is no main topic topic today, but we’ve got enough news, listener feedback, and other stuff to choke a hippo… provided a hippo would try to eat stuff like that.
Anywho, we’ll be covering truck recalls and lots of stuff about truck brakes, myths about truck inspections, truck parking, new hours-of-service clarifications, and we’ll learn about winter fuel additives.
Good news on the economy and trucker pay is always good, but dash cams, drug testing, delayed driver training guidelines, and drivers getting sued, not so much.
Listener feedback covers, trucking schools, elogs, “smart” trailers, autonomous trucking, and of course, tailgating truckers.
Listen to the podcast version or read the full article and the podcast show notes on AboutTruckDriving.com or search for Trucker Dump in your favorite podcast app.
Be sure to check out the 50% off ebook combo pack for Trucking Life and How to Find a Great Truck Driving Job while you're there. This deal is only available for a limited time!
This episode of Trucker Dump is sponsored by:
Volvo Trucks - Check out the cool interior features in the VNL series and watch these two videos on the Living Environment Walkaround and The Most Comfortable Cab On The Road.
Pilot Flying J app - Check out all the awesome features of the Pilot Flying J app.
Links mentioned in the news segment:
Budweiser Wassup commercial
Daimler recalls 142,110 Freightliner Cascadias for faulty brake lights from FreightWaves.com
Kenworth recalls 1,400 trucks for possible brake issue from OverdriveOnline.com
Brake Safety Week sidelined more than 5,000 trucks from OverdriveOnline.com
Trucking Law: Busting myths about inspection regulations from OverdriveOnline.com
Paul O. Taylor is managing partner of Truckers Justice Center and has represented truck drivers for over 25 years. He can be reached at 855–943-3518 or at TruckersJusticeCenter.com.
Traton, Navistar Reach Agreement on $3.7 Billion Buyout from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
Q&A: Should I use diesel fuel additives in the winter? from OverdriveOnline.com
TD119:Winter Truck Driving Tips From An Alaskan Trucker from AboutTruckDriving.com
Hazmat renewal waiver extended through 12/31 from OverdriveOnline.com
Answering hours questions, as some ELDs falsely flag errors when new rule options used from OverdriveOnline.com
FMCSA Unveils HOS Resource as Revised Rules Take Effect from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
Educational Tool for Hours Of Service (ETHOS)
ETHOS detailed instructions
FMCSA Says HOS Rules Still Apply To Self-Driving Truck Drivers… At Least For Now from TheTruckersReport.com
Waymo Begins Fully Driverless Rides for All Arizona Customers from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
Trucking Approaches Holiday Shipping Season ‘Unlike Any Seen Before’ from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
Trucker Pay Increasing as Driver Shortage Grows, Industry Capacity Tightens from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
FMCSA delays driver training implementation until 2022 from LandLineMag.com
TD147:Be Careful Choosing A Truck Driving School from AboutTruckDriving.com
Making the decision to accept your fleet’s camera — or not from OverdriveOnline.com
Trucking Law: No false positives, no room for excuses in today’s drug tests from OverdriveOnline.com
FMCSA Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse
Dr. Alexander E. Underwood works at KT Health Clinic near Springfield, MO. He can be reached at 855–943-3518 or email him at mail@kthealthclinic.com.
Owner-Operator Ordered To Pay $411 Million: Largest Verdict Ever from TheTruckersReport.com
Driver Whose Truck Entered Crowded Protest Faces Charges from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
Judge Overturns 12 Year Sentence For Pilot Flying J Exec, Says Jury Shouldn’t Have Been Allowed To Hear “Deeply Offensive” Recording from TheTruckersReport.com
Driver feedback wanted on I-10 truck parking issues from OverdriveOnline.com
I-10 Truck Parking Availability System survey
FMCSA Seeks Nominations for Motor Carrier Safety Advisory Committee from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
Trucker Grub segment:
Scott Gunter, aka @Killjoy in the Trucker Dump Slack Group tells us about Rutter's convenience stores, where you can get some really good grub for cheap.
Links mentioned in the Listener Feedback segment:
Service mention: TruCon.app for Ontario drivers
Product mention: Brooklyn Fuel Bucket Mattress from Brooklyn Bedding at TruckingMattress.com
Trevor Dunkel aka @Koolaid in the Trucker Dump Slack Group, talks about his experience with Schneider's smart trailer app that was discussed in TD149: Job Hopping In The Trucking Industry.
Todd R aka @RoadToad in the Trucker Dump Slack Group, follows-up about the racism and prejudice in his Canadian truck driving school that we talked about TD149: Job Hopping In The Trucking Industry.
Stevie shares her thoughts on TD49: Fear And Loathing Of Electronic Logs and TD51: Sucking It Up.
Gabe is a trucker and has some thoughts about TD95: 4 Reasons That Trucker Might Be Tailgating You. I mention TD66: Truckers Go Turtle Racing in my response.
Nick Mack shares an audio comment about his experiences with his truck driving school and being a driver trainer.
Aniruddh Mohan from Carnegie Mellon University study on how autonomous trucks are perceived by truckers. Email him at aniruddh@cmu.edu or text him at 412-576-4494 to schedule an interview.
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Today’s main topic is job-hopping. How much is too much? Stay tuned.
But as always, we’ve got some news to cover including voting info, brake recalls, safety blitz stats, nuclear verdicts, trailer technology, broker scams, truck warranties, and think pieces on being an owner/operator and ANTs. Huh?
The FMCSA has also been busy with hairy drug testing, driver advisory panels, under 21 drivers, driver training exemptions, and yet another COVID HOS exemption extension. Wow. Say that three times fast.
And we’ll top it all off with six restaurants for the Trucker Grub segment, and listener feedback on weapons, railroad crossings, man vs. beast, and driving school experiences.
Listen to the podcast version or read the full article and the podcast show notes on AboutTruckDriving.com or search for Trucker Dump in your favorite podcast app.
Be sure to check out the 50% off ebook combo pack for Trucking Life and How to Find a Great Truck Driving Job while you're there. This deal is only available for a limited time!
This episode of Trucker Dump is sponsored by:
Pilot Flying J app - Check out all the awesome features of the Pilot Flying J app.
Volvo Trucks - Check out the cool interior features in the VNL series and watch these two videos on the Living Environment Walkaround and The Most Comfortable Cab On The Road.
Links mentioned in the news segment:
Budweiser Wassup commercial
For truckers looking to vote early or absentee, a look at each state’s practices from OverdriveOnline.com
Voter registration deadlines
Volvo recalling 17,545 trucks for possible cracked brake pedal from FreightWaves.com
CVSA Safety Enforcement Operation Catches More Than 66,000 Drivers from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
FMCSA Extends COVID HOS Exemption Until 2021 from TheTruckersReport.com
FMCSA Launches Driver Panel for Advisory Committee from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
UPS Wants FMCSA to Reconsider Exemption Request from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
FMCSA proposes under-21 driver pilot program from FreightWaves.com
Details of the under-21 driver pilot program from FMCSA.dot.com
HHS Issues Proposed Hair Testing Guidelines from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
PrePass adds safety alerts for drivers to app from OverdriveOnline.com
Trucking Targets 'Nuclear' Verdicts from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
Intelligent Trailer Technology Advances from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
Open a can of realism before buying that first truck from OverdriveOnline.com
Informed protection: Know exactly what’s covered before you buy a used truck warranty from OverdriveOnline.com
Growing broker/carrier identity theft schemes reaping millions from OverdriveOnline.com
As with fire ants attacking a DOT officer inspecting logs, beware the ANTs in your own mind from OverdriveOnline.com
Trucker Grub segment:
Tacos El Zarape in Ontario, Oregon
Shari’s restaurant in Troutdale, Oregon
Ranch Hand Trail Stop in Montpelier, Idaho
Lefty’s Bar-B-Q in Crossville, Tennessee
Stockmen’s Truck Stop in St. Paul, Minnesota
Alamo Sinclair in Alamo, Nevada
Links mentioned in the main topic:
Job-hopping is on the rise. Should you consider switching roles to make more money? from nbcnews.com
Job-hopping in trucking from Monster.com
How to calculate employee turnover rate from Workable.com
Links mentioned in the Listener Feedback segment:
Frankie NC heard @goose story in the Listener Feedback segment of TD148: Being A Chemical Oilfield Truck Driver about a truck stalling on a railroad tracks and wrote with some advice that could save your life.
Greg listened to TD146: Personal Safety For Truckers and answered the call by sharing his arsenal to ward off bad guys.
Driver Dave shares another exciting episode of trucker vs. wildlife. Everyone needs to keeps their pets out of the road when Driver Dave is in the area. Just saying.
New listener Stevie is binging the podcast and sending lots of comments for me to share with you. Today we hit three quick ones about TD001: Sometime You Just Need A Machine Gun, TD144: The Split, and agrees with the grossness of women's restrooms from TD46: The Tale Of Three Trucker Slobs.
New Listener Scott Gunter heard TD100: What Makes The Evil Overlord… Evil? and we decide that all wives must be evil.
Scott Gunter, Todd R, and Zachary Smacherman @smakerman all heard TD147: Be Careful Choosing A Truck Driving School and share stories of their respective truck driving schools. Bonus: Zachary sent an audio comment!
Todd R @RoadToad also mentioned TD148: Being A Chemical Oilfield Truck Driver.
Zachary also mentioned Anthony, who I answered a question from in the Listener Feedback segment of TD131: Review Of The FleetUp Trace ELD.
And a big thanks to wtfGrumpy, Corvette 1977, ShadowDragonYin, TIK TOK CAN GO TO HELL (yes, really), 2014EJ, and douche you are (yes again, really) for rating and reviewing the podcast on Apple Podcasts.
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If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to drive a chemical truck in the oilfields, then you’re going to love the interview we have with Cannon Bryan on today’s show. For the record, oil is NOT the slickest thing Cannon deals with. LOL
We’ve also got surprisingly few news stories including the 14-hour rule, futuristic Michigan roads, what to look for in a used truck, what to do when your employer blacklists you, some trucker health help, and hey, what do you know; yet another safety blitz. yay.
Ryan is going to point us to some good Indian food in the Trucker Grub segment and we’ll hear from Rob, Steve, Goose, and Maurice, on topics such as scary CDL school situations, trucks stuck on railroad tracks, and the slim chances of any trucker ever needing a gun.
Listen to the podcast version or read the full article and the podcast show notes on AboutTruckDriving.com or search for Trucker Dump in your favorite podcast app.
Be sure to check out the 50% off ebook combo pack for Trucking Life and How to Find a Great Truck Driving Job while you're there. Limited time only!
This episode of Trucker Dump is sponsored by:
Pilot Flying J app - Check out all the awesome features of the Pilot Flying J app.
Volvo Trucks - Check out the new Volvo Dynamic Steering on the VNL and VNR series and watch the all the videos on the Volvo YouTube page.
Links mentioned in the news segment:
Another Truck Inspection Blitz Is Coming from TheTruckersReport.com
FMCSA enforcement chief details how drivers can pause 14-hour clock under new regs from OverdriveOnline.com
Shorter 14-clock pauses: FMCSA wants feedback on pilot test from OverdriveOnline.com
Michigan Plans Connected, Autonomous Vehicle Corridor from TruckingInfo.com
Trucking Law: Your remedies when a fleet blacklists you from OverdriveOnline.com
What to look for when buying a used truck from OverdriveOnline.com
Check out EquipmentExperts.com for used trucks
Check out a used truck's history with RigDig.com.
Take a survey about trucker exercise habits (or lack of)
Major truck stops celebrating truckers throughout September from OverdriveOnline.com
Trucker Grub segment:
Ryan Moede tells us about the Bombay Grill and Buffet in Gallup, NM. All they have is a Facebook page so hopefully everyone can follow this link.
Links mentioned in the interview:
TD129: 4 Ways To Become A More Efficient Trucker
Links mentioned in the Feedback segment:
Rob Pinnick listened to TD147: Be Careful Choosing A Truck Driving School and writes in with a funny anecdote about his first day at truck driving school.
I share an "OH CRAP!" story told in the Trucker Dump Slack Group by Ben Dickens - de Geus, aka Goose.
Stephen Highfill wrote in wanting to join the Trucker Dump Slack Group. And he also took advantage of the 50% off discount price for the trucking ebook combo pack. Two books for the price of one!
Maurice listened to TD146: Personal Safety Tips For Truckers and brings up a good point about the slim chances of ever needing to defend ourselves as truckers. He also takes me to task about Volvo. LOL
Show info:
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The topic of today’s show is CDL Farms and why you should be careful when choosing a truck driving school. I interview a driver who went to one and you won’t believe how bad his school was!
But before that we’ve got stories about safety blitzes and recalls, electric truck expectations, and of course, more COVID-related news, including the death of a trucking icon.
We’ll also hit on the upcoming new split sleeper berth rule, we’ll issue a warning about CBD products, the FBI warns about ELD hackers, and bringing the issues of truck parking and detention pay into the spotlight.
We’ve even got a Trucker Grub segment for you foodies!
Listen to the podcast version or read the full article and the podcast show notes on AboutTruckDriving.com or search for Trucker Dump in your favorite podcast app.
Be sure to check out the 50% off ebook combo pack for Trucking Life and How to Find a Great Truck Driving Job while you're there. Limited time only!
This episode of Trucker Dump is sponsored by:
Volvo Trucks - Check out the new Volvo Dynamic Steering on the VNL and VNR series and watch the all the videos on the Volvo YouTube page.
Pilot Flying J app - Check out all the awesome features of the Pilot Flying J app.
Links mentioned in the news segment:
CVSA Schedules Brake Safety Week for Late August from TruckingInfo.com
DTNA, Navistar Announce Voluntary Safety Recalls from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
Remembering the ‘Midnight Cowboy,’ Bill Mack
Masks Are Now Mandatory At All Of The Largest Truck Stop Chains from TheTruckersReport.com
Hazmat endorsement renewal waiver extended through October from OverdriveOnline.com
States enter pact to ban truck emissions from OverdriveOnline.com
OOIDA presses regulators on detention time pay, truck parking from FreightWaves.com
Truck Drivers Should Beware of CBD, Drug Policy Expert Says from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
FBI Warns ELDs Could Let Hackers Control Your Vehicle, Steal Your Information, And More from TheTruckersReport.com
Rolling the 14: How to pull off the new split-sleeper under the hours of service come September from OverdriveOnline.com
Trucker Grub segment:
Ryan Moede tells us about the Red Arrow Diner in New Hampshire
Links mentioned in the Listener Feedback segment:
Eric Lindeau enjoyed the “golf swing” joke from TD146: Personal Safety Tips For Truckers
John Bergsing is a smart aleck (as always).
Andrew Farmer bails me out by using my Amazon Affiliate links from TD146: Personal Safety Tips For Truckers
Show info:
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Boy oh boy, have we got a good show today. We’re going to talk about personal safety tips for truckers and some of you are going to be a part of it.
But before that we’ve got news stories about truck drivers and protestors, inspections and ELD coercion, more deadline extensions, and electric trucks.
We’ll also talk about health issues including sleep apnea and amputees getting CDLs. Marijuana use is on the rise too, which makes sense with the insane changes to liability insurance the government is trying to make.
We’ll also discuss the government owning part of a major trucking company through a controversial bailout deal and how changes in routing could change the future for truckers.
Top it off with a few emails from you and we’ll wrap it up.
Listen to the podcast version or read the full article and the podcast show notes on AboutTruckDriving.com or search for Trucker Dump in your favorite podcast app.
Be sure to check out the 25% off ebook combo pack for Trucking Life and How to Find a Great Truck Driving Job while you're there.
This episode of Trucker Dump is sponsored by:
Pilot Flying J app - Check out all the awesome features of the Pilot Flying J app.
Volvo Trucks - Check out the new Volvo Dynamic Steering on the VNL and VNR series and watch the all the videos on the Volvo YouTube page.
Links mentioned in the news segment:
Surviving a Level 3 driver inspection: Are you ready? from OverdriveOnline.com
Truck driver safety a top priority amid nationwide protests from FleetOwner.com
‘He didn’t get the signal’: Trucker arrested for driving into MN protests released without charges from OverdriveOnline.com
Staying safe during civil protests when avoidance not possible from OverdriveOnline.com
Wyoming DOT closing 10 rest areas, eliminating 80 truck parking spaces from OverdriveOnline.com
The irony of e-logging and coercion: Complaints on a steady rise since mandate from OverdriveOnline.com
FMCSA Says Congress Can’t Make Them Delay HOS Changes, Expects Rollout To Proceed As Planned from TheTruckersReport.com
Truck Driver Training, License Renewal, Medical Certification Waivers Get Another Extension from TheTruckersReport.com
Evidence emerges of stricter approach – and confusion – around sleep apnea screening from OverdriveOnline.com
Trucking Law: Severe physical setback might not end career from OverdriveOnline.com
For further information on the SPE, call the program in Washington, D.C., at Call 1-202-366-4001 or email FMCSAMedical@dot.gov.
Marijuana Use Top Finding in First Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse Report from TruckingInfo.com
Rise in marijuana use among truckers expected to continue from OverdriveOnline.com
Amendment Passed To Double Mandatory Insurance Minimums for Truckers To $2 Million from TheTruckersReport.com
Liability insurance hike: Guess who would benefit? from OverdriveOnline.com
YRC getting $700 million government bailout for nearly 30% stake in fleet from OverdriveOnline.com
Trucking Company Charged With Defrauding Defense Department Gets $700 Million Bailout Just 12 Days After Former CEO Confirmed In New Federal Post from TheTruckersReport.com
California passes ‘first-in-the-world rule’ to ban sale of all new diesel trucks by 2045 from CDLLife.com
House Democrats Will Call for 100% Clean Cars by 2035 from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
West Coast Utilities Offer Plan for Charging Stations Along Interstate 5 from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
DOT Launches AV Test Initiative from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
FHWA Grant Supports Automated Truck Corridor on Interstate 70 from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
Industry Trends, Driver Preference Pave Way for Hub-to-Hub Routes from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
Links mentioned in the main topic:
Learn more about Tasers
Taser requirements state-by-state
Stun gun guidelines by state
Pepper spray laws by state
49 CFR Part 393.95 explaining DOT fire extinguisher requirements
What do the numbers/letters on a fire extinguisher mean?
TD145: Being An Oversize/Overweight Load Truck Driver
TD129: 4 Ways To Become A More Efficient Trucker
TD132: Should We Call Out Bad Truckers?
Below are all the Amazon Affiliate links mentioned in the show. And a reminder that the seller pays my meager referral fee, not you.
A small pocketknife similar to the one I own (Amazon affiliate link)
3-in-1 tactical knife with window breaker, seat belt cutter, and serrated blade (Amazon affiliate link)
Taser (Amazon affiliate link)
Basic stun gun with flashlight (Amazon affiliate link)
Stun gun with super-bright flashlight (Amazon affiliate link)
Pepper spray (Amazon affiliate link)
Wooden baseball bat tire thumper (Amazon affiliate link)
Aluminum baseball bat tire thumper (Amazon affiliate link)
Framing hammer (Amazon affiliate link)
Small crow bar (Amazon affiliate link)
Large crow bar (Amazon affiliate link)
Flatbedder pry bar (Amazon affiliate link)
3-in-1 trucker tool with a hammer, and axe, and a pry bar (Amazon affiliate link)
Links mentioned in the listener feedback segment:
JJ Perkey asked to join the Trucker Dump Slack group and explains why he prefers to park his truck than to run at a slight loss.
Truitt Ficklin writes and guesses where I work. Uh oh.
Michael Mazur, Jake Ritchie, Pete Ryall, and Austin Anderson all sent quick emails asking to join the Trucker Dump Slack Group. Done deal, guys. Thanks.
Mark Wihowski shares a bit about his driving career and asks to joins the Trucker Dump Slack Group.
Gabriel Ibanez Romero heard me being interviewed on the Payload Podcast by Truck Driver Power and asked to join the Slack group. Listen to that episode on Apple Podcasts or Google Podcasts.
Chris Sanzone sells truck insurance and asks to join the Trucker Dump Slack Group. A follow-up email prompts some talk about video games I'm playing.
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If you've ever been interested in how oversize/overweight loads work, you're in luck. Today we talk to Travis Jellison, who has pulled loads as heavy as 230,000 pounds, 16 feet wide, 15.5 feet tall, and 120 feet long. Yikes!
In the news segment, we discuss how the coronavirus is affecting the trucking industry with regards to the loss of work and restaurants, and Hours-of-Service adjustments, including the upcoming HOS changes. We also look at technology such as electric vehicles and it's lack of infrastructure, CDL skills testing, and how 5G networks could help the trucking industry.
Freight brokering gets its fair share of talk time, and we hit on truck parking, truckers and medications, toll hikes, and gross injustices like the prison release of a bad trucking CEO and what is considered a preventable accident when it comes to the CSA.
In the feedback segment, we hear from Daniel, Evan, two Davids, and Aron all join the Trucker Dump Slack group. Driver Dave has an encounter with a duck, and Ben talks about buying grass for his boss. We also hear from Robert, who tells us about his unique trucking job.
Listen to the podcast version or read the full article and the podcast show notes on AboutTruckDriving.com or search for Trucker Dump in your favorite podcast app.
Be sure to check out the 25% off ebook combo pack for Trucking Life and How to Find a Great Truck Driving Job while you're there.
This episode of Trucker Dump is sponsored by:
Volvo Trucks - Check out the new Volvo Dynamic Steering on the VNL and VNR series and watch the all the videos on the Volvo YouTube page.
Pilot Flying J app - Check out all the awesome features of the Pilot Flying J app.
Links mentioned in the news segment:
FMCSA Extends HOS Emergency Declaration for Second Time from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
Trucking Sheds 88,300 Jobs in April from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
TD144: Is Truck Driving A Recession-Proof Job?
A third of small fleets shut down as COVID-19 guts freight market from OverdriveOnline.com
Iowa Driver Among First in US to Use Technology for CDL Skills Test from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
Next Generation of Wireless Technology: 5G Holds Promise from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
Coming hours of service reforms skip 14-hour pause, include 7/3 off-duty split and 30-minute break changes from OverdriveOnline.com
TD139: Understanding The 2019 Proposed Hours-Of-Service Changes
Updated HOS regs to take effect late September from OverdriveOnline.com
Infographic: What’s changing in federal hours of service regs from OverdriveOnline.com
Quick takes: Readers mixed on hours of service changes’ impact on their own operations from OverdriveOnline.com
Carriers’ right to review what the shipper paid for a brokered load from OverdriveOnline.com
FMCSA: Brokers Aren’t Technically Breaking The Law, And We Might Not Do Anything Even If They Were from TheTruckersReport.com
Amazon, already a mammoth middleman, squeezes into trucking brokerage from OverdriveOnline.com
Electric Truck Integration Poses Challenges for Fleets, Study Shows
Electric-Vehicle Charging Startup Amply Power Secures $13.2 Million from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
Truck Crashes That Weren’t Preventable Won’t Count Against Your Safety Score, But What’s “Preventable” May Surprise You from TheTruckersReport.com
Crazy crash eligibility examples from fmcsa.dot.gov
Trucking Law: When meds can sideline your commercial driving
Contact Dr. Alexander E. Underwood of the KT Health Clinic by email at mail@kthealthclinic.com or at Call 1-417-832-8678.
Infamous Arrow Trucking CEO Released From Prison Early from TheTruckersReport.com
New Jersey Highway Tolls to Rise up to 36% from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
TravelCenters of America begins reopening dine-in restaurants from FreightWaves.com
Government Groups Launch Truck Parking Survey for Northeast Region from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
Take the Northeast Truck Parking survey
Links mentioned in the interview:
If you have more questions about over-dimensional trucking, you can talk to Travis Jellison directly by emailing him at trjelli@gmail.com
Links mentioned in the feedback segment:
Robert Terry has a really unique job driving a food trolley named Clementine. Check out the photos.
Driver Dave has a run-in with a duck.
Ben Dickens - de Geus, aka @goose tells a story about his boss sending him to buy some grass.
Jon Sinclair, aka @mouse wants to talk about free audiobooks from your local library.
Congratulations to Aron Nero, aka @Aron for starting truck driving school!
Evan Jon Kooker, @2017EJ is planning to get into trucking after he retires.
David O’Neil, aka @Junior is new Canadian driver.
Daniel Schmidt, aka @danielschmidt just finished binge-listening to every Trucker Dump episode. I don't know if I should say "thanks" or "I'm sorry." ;-)
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I’ve heard lots of people say that truck driving is a recession-proof job. But if that’s true, then why am I laid off from my trucking job right now? We’ll discuss the issue and hopefully get to the bottom of it once and for all.
But like a good appetizer before the main entree, we’ve got lots of news to cover, including recalls from three truck manufacturers and pulling back the reins on emissions expectations. And of course, there’s still lots of Corona-related stories, including rules extensions, Real IDs, government helping truckers, and Coronavirus fraudsters.
I’ll also share some trucking-related COVID resources, as well as things you can do to protect yourself in these trying times. And what would life be without listener feedback?
Listen to the podcast version or read the full article and the podcast show notes on AboutTruckDriving.com or search for Trucker Dump in your favorite podcast app.
Be sure to check out the 25% off ebook combo pack for Trucking Life and How to Find a Great Truck Driving Job while you're there.
This episode of Trucker Dump is sponsored by:
Pilot Flying J app - Check out all the awesome features of the Pilot Flying J app.
Volvo Trucks - Check out the new Volvo Dynamic Steering on the VNL and VNR series and watch the all the videos on the Volvo YouTube page.
Links mentioned in the news segment:
Brake light issue prompts recall of more than 13,000 International trucks from OverdriveOnline.com
Over 450,000 Kenworth And Peterbilt Trucks Recalled, Ranging Over 12 Years Of Production from TheTruckersReport.com
‘People are desperate’: Fraudsters target vulnerable truckers with COVID scams from OverdriveOnline.com
FMCSA Extends COVID-19 Emergency HOS Exemptions For Trucking from TheTruckersReport.com
Real ID enforcement deadline delayed from OverdriveOnline.com
Stakeholders Tell Congress, Governors: CDLs, Permits Need to Be Processed from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
ATA Admits Truckers Will Get Laid Off While Megacarriers Fight To Flood Market With New Drivers from TheTruckersReport.com
FMCSA Issues Guidance for Drug Testing During Emergency from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
Driver-Led Petition Calls For More Protections For Truckers During COVID-19 from TheTruckersReport.com
Feds to distribute 800,000 masks to truckers from OverdriveOnline.com
FMCSA Extends Sleeper Berth Waiver For McKee Foods from OverdriveOnline.com
New registry gives drivers info on med examiners offering DOT exams, COVID tests, telemedicine options from OverdriveOnline.com
Trucking Law: When illness or fatigue dictates you shouldn’t drive from OverdriveOnline.com
Paul O. Taylor of the TruckersJusticeCenter.com or at Call 1-855–943-3518.
FHWA Permits Food Trucks at Rest Areas During Coronavirus Crisis from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
Food Trucks Hit Snags in Securing Permits for Rest Stops from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
A US truck-stop giant is furloughing 2,900 workers as the coronavirus continues to clobber the trucking industry from BusinessInsider.com
New owner-op-focused guide to CARES Act benefits from OverdriveOnline.com
Trucking Through Coronavirus from OverdriveOnline.com
Trump to Cut Back Obama-Era Emissions, Fuel Economy Requirements
Links mentioned in the main topic:
Top 27 Recession-Proof Jobs & Careers - Do They Exist? from MoneyCrashers.com
TD143: Coronavirus Trucking
TD136: The Emotions Of Changing Truck Driving Jobs
Links mentioned in the listener feedback segment:
Nate listened to TD126: Why Podcasts Are The Best Media For Truckers and asks if there was a place to download free audiobooks.
Kristoffer bought my book, Trucking Life: An Entertaining, Yet Informative Guide To Becoming And Being A Truck Driver and now he wants more frequent podcasts.
Andrew simply writes to check on me and to find out how things are going with trucking during all this Coronavirus stuff.
Rob has been binge listening to the Trucker Dump podcast and has multiple comments on the following episodes:
TD3: What Has Happened To Common Courtesy?
TD4: Living The Dream?
TD33: Automatic Or Manual Truck Transmission
TD43: Go To Bed Angry
TD60: Truckers vs. Cops vs. DOT vs. Carriers
TD72: Big Rig MacGyvering
Taylor, Ben, and Daniel all asked to join the Trucker Dump Slack group
Andy read TD91: Videos: How To Do A Full-Body Workout Inside The Cab Of A Semi and suggested a better website for dumbbell exercises.
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Well, you can probably guess what today’s podcast is all about, and unfortunately it ain’t fluffy kittens. Nope, for today’s main topic I’ll be rebroadcasting an episode of the Payload Podcast where JT Peters talks to an epidemiologist about Coronavirus and how it relates to us truckers.
But before that, we’ve got lots of news on how this pandemic is affecting the trucking industry; including suspended and forced rules, how truckers are gaining new respect, and some clarification on the $2.2 trillion stimulus plan. And of course, what you should do if you think you’ve got the virus.
But it’s not all about the Corona. We’ve got an update on new HOS rules, autonomous trucks, truck parking, and new high-tech maintenance ideas. Also, a major data breach and tips for being in an accident.
In the feedback segment, we’ll talk about ignorant commenters, under 21 truckers, tailgating, and kitchen utensils.
Listen to the podcast version or read the full article and the podcast show notes on AboutTruckDriving.com or search for Trucker Dump in your favorite podcast app.
Be sure to check out the 25% off ebook combo pack for Trucking Life and How to Find a Great Truck Driving Job while you're there.
This episode of Trucker Dump is sponsored by:
Pilot Flying J app - Check out all the awesome features of the Pilot Flying J app.
Volvo Trucks - Check out the new Volvo Dynamic Steering on the VNL and VNR series and watch the all the videos on the Volvo YouTube page.
Links mentioned in the podcast:
Paccar Recalls 35,671 Peterbilt Trucks for Fire Risk from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
Worldcometers COVID-19 statistics
Multiple Hits to Economy Likely to Trigger Recession, Analysis Shows from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
Chinese Plants Ramp Up Again as Rest of World Reels from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
Senate OKs Historic $2.2 Trillion Coronavirus Rescue Package from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
All You Wanted To Know About Those Tax Stimulus Checks But Were Afraid To Ask from Forbes.com
US Department of Transportation Expands National Emergency Declaration for Commercial Vehicles Delivering Relief in Response to the Coronavirus Outbreak from FMCSA.gov
Frequently Asked Questions Related to the FMCSA Emergency Declaration 03/19/2020 from FMCSA.gov

States Suspend Weight Limits for Trucks Involved in Coronavirus Relief from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
FMCSA demands truck stops must stay open 24 hours from TruckNews.com
FMCSA waives CDL, medical certification renewal regs until June 30 from OverdriveOnline.com
Risk Remains Low for Coronavirus Transmission on Packages from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
Step by step: What you can do if you suspect COVID-19 symptoms on the road from OverdriveOnline.com
Options on the road for a speedy coronavirus consult from OverdriveOnline.com
Showers of Praise Greet Busy Truckers from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
How America Is Thanking Truckers During the Coronavirus Crisis from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
CVSA Postpones Roadcheck Due to Coronavirus Crisis from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
TWIC card now satisfies requirements for hazmat endorsement from OverdriveOnline.com
Final Trucking HOS Rule Sent To White House For Approval from TheTruckersReport.com
Truck Parking Bill Could Mean $755 Million For New FREE Truck Parking from TheTruckersReport.com
Starchy Robotics ends remote truck experiment, shuts down operations from FreightWaves.com
Autonomous Tech Company Locomotion Signs Deal With Wilson Logistics from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
TuSimple Expands Autonomous Trucking Program With UPS from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
How Smart Tire Technology Is Changing Fleet Management from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
Fleets Move Toward Predictive Maintenance to Prevent Breakdowns, Reduce Expenses from ttnews.com (Transport Topics)
Trucking Law: When trying to help at accident scene can hurt you instead from OverdriveOnline.com
News roundup, Feb. 27: TQL data breach potentially exposed carriers' bank account numbers from OverdriveOnline.com
Check out the Payload Podcast and subscribe!
Johns Hopkins Coronavirus Map from Johns Hopkins University
Links mentioned in the Feedback segment:
Greg tells us about his 20-year old pots and pans that he uses to cook in the truck. They have folding handles, which is perfect for small storage space like the cab of a semi. You can buy them on Amazon using this affiliate link.
Scott enjoyed listening to TD142: Being An Expedited Truck Driver but he writes about some hateful comments made about TD95: 4 Reasons That Trucker Might Be Tailgating You. He believes that I shouldn't give haters the time of day by sharing their vile comments on the podcast. What say you?
New listener Rico also shares his thoughts on TD95: 4 Reasons That Trucker Might Be Tailgating You.
Zachary tells us about learning to drive truck at an early age and relates it to the current under-21 debate.
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On today’s show, we’ll be continuing the series where we highlight unique trucking jobs. This time Joshua Knode will tell us about expedited trucking and how it differs from a typical truck driving job. Lots of great information and fun stories in here, including rock bands, mercenaries, and a late night talk show host!
But before we get to that, we’re going to learn about a new trucking podcast, truck-only lanes, truck-only tolls, dangerous parking, and an early roadcheck safety blitz this year.
We’ll also hear about a new trade agreement, ELD yard moves, internet scams, 18-year-old truckers, trucks with no drivers, and how $50 and some elbow grease could save your life.
And we’ve got a few quick emails about recruiting and of course, tailgating.
Listen to the podcast version or read the full article and the podcast show notes on AboutTruckDriving.com or search for Trucker Dump in your favorite podcast app.
Be sure to check out the 25% off combo pack for Trucking Life and How to Find a Great Truck Driving Job while you're there.
This episode of Trucker Dump is sponsored by:
Pilot Flying J app - Check out all the awesome features of the Pilot Flying J app.
Volvo Trucks - Check out the new Volvo Dynamic Steering on the VNL and VNR series and watch the all the videos on the Volvo YouTube page, including the one about the Balancing sidewinds feature.
Links mentioned in the podcast:
The Trucking Podcast has changed it's name to Trucking After Hours
The ‘Over the Road’ podcast from Overdrive and PRX’s Radiotopia
Thieves Are Breaking In To Truck Cabs So Often At These Two Truck Stops So Often That Truckers Are Being “Urged” To “Use Extra Caution” from TheTruckersReport.com
Roadcheck inspection blitz set for early May from OverdriveOnline.com
Georgia planning first-in-nation truck-only interstate lanes from 11alive.com
Connecticut guv temporarily backs off truck tolls from OverdriveOnline.com
Supreme Court won’t hear OOIDA’s challenge to increasing PA Turnpike tolls from OverdriveOnline.com
Trump’s USMCA trade pact retains cross-border trucking program, expected to bolster freight demand from OverdriveOnline.com
No Steering Wheel, No Driver, No Problem: Feds Approve First Ever Truly Driverless Vehicle from TheTruckersReport.com
US Senate Bill to Allow Interstate Truckers Under 21 Touted at Hearing from TTNews.com
Cybersecurity 101: Hackers aim for owner-operators with malware attacks from OverdriveOnline.com
Trucking Law: How to properly log a yard move from OverdriveOnline.com
Contact Paul O. Taylor from TruckersJusticeCenter.com or at Call 1-855–943-3518.
$50 and a little install work could save your life: Trucker Scott Carlson’s close call from OverdriveOnline.com
Trucker Grub: The Outpost Cafe
Links in the Feedback segment:
Eli has few thoughts on recruiters after reading TD135: Trucking Recruiters… Friend Or Foe?
Richard scolds me very gentlemanly about TD95: 4 Reasons That Trucker Might Be Tailgating You.
jj perkey left his thoughts about TD95: 4 Reasons That Trucker Might Be Tailgating You, but wound up making us all think about treating each other with civility when we have differing beliefs.
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Today we’ve got an interview with Ellen Voie from the Women in Trucking Association, which is a non-profit organization that aims to help and promote women truckers. Dudes, don’t tune out. This is a discussion you need to hear too.
But before we get to that, we’ve got a month’s worth of news to catch up on that includes a major southern corridor opening back up, mirrorless trucks, deaf truckers, and sexual harassment. We'll also look into what happens to your ELD data and what happens after a trucker has a stroke or seizure. Of course, we’ll also catch up with what the government is up to, including truck tolls, GPS apps, EPA guidelines, and I’ll give you an update of the California Lease-Operator debacle. And we’ll finish up with a couple of stories that involve truckers in pain.
To close out, we get a two-fer yummy Trucker Grub from driverchrismc and we only have a few quick emails from Daniel, Brandon, and Steve since we knocked out most of the feedback in the last mega-episode.
Listen to the podcast version or read the full article and the podcast show notes on AboutTruckDriving.com.
Be sure to check out the 25% off combo pack for Trucking Life and How to Find a Great Truck Driving Job while you're there.
This episode of Trucker Dump is sponsored by:
Volvo Trucks - Check out the new Volvo Dynamic Steering on the VNL and VNR series and watch the all the videos on the Volvo YouTube page, including the one about the Blowout Assistance feature.
Links mentioned in the podcast:
I-59/20 bridges in Birmingham set to reopen from OverdriveOnline.com
Senators call for more truck info on phone GPS apps from OverdriveOnline.com
Connecticut governor proposes trucks-only tolls plan with Rhode Island tolls lawsuit still unresolved from OverdriveOnline.com
FMCSA grants waiver for mirrorless camera systems from OverdriveOnline.com
ABC test laws are coming: Can the owner-operator model survive? from OverdriveOnline.com
In push for stricter truck emissions regs, EPA also presses for ’50-state’ program from OverdriveOnline.com
EPA wants public input on new emissions rules from FleetOwner.com
Hurry to submit your comments about the new emissions rules by February 20, 2020!
A gold rush for ELD data from OverdriveOnline.com
New research under way on prevalence of sexual harassment in trucking from OverdriveOnline.com
Group seeks regulatory relief for deaf truckers from OverdriveOnline.com
Trucking Law: What happens after a stroke or seizure from OverdriveOnline.com
Trucker Attacked By Security Guards Beats Assault Charge, Keeps Fighting Back from TheTruckersReport.com
Trucker Gives Birth In Truck Stop Bathroom from TheTruckersReport.com
Women in Trucking Association
Become a member of Women In Trucking
Call Women In Trucking at Call 1-888-464-9482, or find them on Facebook, Twitter, Linked In, YouTube, and Pinterest.
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Well we’re back from a wee bit of a hiatus, so instead of a normal topic we’re going to catch up on listener feedback. We’ll hear from people looking into a trucking career, and we’ll discuss LTL vs OTR, Automatics vs. Manuals, Australian and military trucking, laughable rules, and of course, lots of hate mail about my tailgating episode. Those are always fun.
We’ve also got over 3 months of news to catch up on. Trucking companies in trouble and CA causing trouble, recalls, new ELD stuff, new legislation, service dogs, booting, and lots more.
Listen to the podcast version or read the full article and the podcast show notes on AboutTruckDriving.com.
Be sure to check out the 25% off combo pack for Trucking Life and How to Find a Great Truck Driving Job while you're there.
This episode of Trucker Dump is sponsored by:
Volvo Trucks - Check out the new Volvo Dynamic Steering feature on the VNL and VNR series and watch the videos on the Volvo YouTube page.
Links mentioned in the podcast:
Financial scandal pushes Celadon to bankruptcy, fleet says drivers will be paid and sent home
from OverdriveOnline.com
Court allows Celadon to pay $5.4 million in owed driver wages
from OverdriveOnline.com
November recall roundup: More than 4,000 Western Star, 2,200 Volvo and 200 Peterbilt trucks included in four recalls from OverdriveOnline.com
Goodbye, AOBRD: Shifting loyalties, yard moves and other challenges
from OverdriveOnline.com
In ATRI survey, drivers report longer, more frequent detention at shippers/receivers from OverdriveOnline.com
Trucking Law: What works as ‘personal conveyance’? from OverdriveOnline.com
Paul O. Taylor - Truckers Justice Center - 855-943-3518
Trucking groups write Congress to oppose mandates for speed limiters, auto braking, insurance increase from OverdriveOnline.com
Speed limits increase on I-40, I-75, I-640 in Knoxville overnight from WBIR.com
Trucking Law: Protecting yourself during a traffic stop from OverdriveOnline.com
Brad Klepper - Interstate Trucker and Drivers Legal Plan - 800-333-3748
Time to register with FMCSA’s drug/alcohol clearinghouse from FleetOwner.com
USDA officially legalizes interstate transportation of hemp from OverdriveOnline.com
US senators introduce ‘Women in Trucking’ bill from FreightWaves.com
Owner-operators face tough choices in California in wake of new contractor law
Days of reckoning for Calif. owner-operators as fleets cut ties over new labor law from OverdriveOnline.com
With New Jersey bill on deck, ABC tests could eventually stumble into Supreme Court from OverdriveOnline.com
FMCSA to Announce Two-Year Delay in Implementing ELDT Rule from Transport Topics
No Driver Shortage Problem, ‘Just Pay Drivers More’ Says Economist from TheTruckersReport.com
VP undercover in a large carrier’s training program; Voices From 10-4 D.C. from OverdriveOnline.com
Tech developers: Don’t fear the ‘phantom’ of autonomous trucks from OverdriveOnline.com
News roundup, Sept. 24: Fatigue-detecting headgear makes U.S. debut, Star chiropractor cracks truckers’ backs from OverdriveOnline.com
The camera sees all: Phone usage, smoking in cab now trigger driver alerts from FreightWaves.com
Werner found negligent in fatal 2017 crash, ordered to pay $40.5 million in damages from OverdriveOnline.com
Pennsylvania testing new traffic restriction plan this winter from OverdriveOnline.com
Driver to receive $22,500 from fleet after paying fee for service dog to ride from OverdriveOnline.com
News roundup, Sept. 16: Drivewyze adds mountain grade alerts, new TA Express open from OverdriveOnline.com
Could Colorado’s pending vehicle booting regulation be a model for the nation? from OverdriveOnline.com
Links in the Feedback section:
Charlie asks about finding a trucking job straight out of the military and he asks about TMC as a first trucking job.
a. hitler (yes, really) listened to TD115: Product Review Of weBoost Drive 4G-X OTR Cell Signal Booster and wasn't very impressed.
Michael helps us understand LTL trucking a bit more after listening to TD137: OTR Trucking Vs. LTL Trucking.
Burt is an ex-military dude looking at a career in trucking and is considering Werner and Schneider.
Michael isn't a trucker, but he wrote in to say thanks for the podcast. That always makes my day!
Bill listened to TD33: Automatic Or Manual Truck Transmission? and we both share our thoughts on trannies, life in general, and the importance of continuing to learn.
Justin from Australia recently got his Heavy Rigid license (think Class B straight truck) and just popped in to say thanks for the podcast. I respond with a reeeeeeally bad Aussie accent.
Jim listened to TD109: Coping With Rookie Truckers and we share a laugh about something I said in the podcast.
David listened to TD101: Stupid Rules That Truckers Tolerate and agrees with the stupidity of it all.
Ken "Easy Money" spent his time in the military training people to drive, so he's the perfect person to help us understand how it works.
Eaglewind357 also listened to TD33: Automatic Or Manual Truck Transmission? and shares his thoughts on the subject.
Quick shout out to all the peeps who have joined the Trucker Dump Slack group. Welcome to Mike, Kyle, Casey, Driver Cee, Eric, Daniel, Jeremy, and Josh.
Driver Cee is a new driver and wrote in to thank me for the podcast and the books. She also tells the story of some trouble she got herself into during her first few weeks of truck driving. Oops!
Lots of people weighing in on TD95: 4 Reasons That Trucker Might Be Tailgating You, including Ms. B, Rhonda, Tori, Mark N Tim, Gary, Jungle Jim, Kevin, dickwad, and some anonymous person calling themselves You are a Jerk, Todd.
TD66: Truckers Go Turtle Racing describes why two trucks sometimes find themselves in a passing war and what they can do to stop it.
Cracker called me a racist after reading TD105: 4 Reasons Truckers Don't Have Butts, but I happily defend what I said.
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Running a bit behind on my podcasting schedule, so this is a just a quick reminder that the FMCSA has extended the commenting period on the New Proposed Hours Of Service Rules until October 21. Check out that link for my thoughts on the newly proposed rules. October 21 is just a few days, so don't delay! Go and submit your comments now!
Want to hear something pathetic? There are over 3 million CDL holders in the United States, but there are only 7,500 comments submitted so far. That's pretty lame. If you care enough about trucking to listen to/read the Trucker Dump podcast/blog, then you should care enough to want to give the FMCSA a piece of your mind.
And remember, if you don't submit your comments, you'll have no reason to whine and cry about the new rules in the future. And who doesn't love a good reason to complain? BONUS!
One last thing; if you've never submitted a public comment like this before, be sure to check out Tips For Submitting Effective Comments so you don't sound like a raving lunatic.
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In today’s show, I’ll explain the newly proposed hours-of-service rules so you can go leave your comments for the FMCSA. And speaking of safety issues, we’ve got a couple of truck recalls, yet another inspection blitz, more about ELD compliance, more about platooning, and you better watch out in Minnesota.
We’ll also discuss the laws behind drug and alcohol screening and sleep apnea, then we’ll hit on deceptive factoring, yet another carrier shutting down and leaving drivers stranded, whether you should be paid for sleeping, and finally your chance to be a superstar on TV.
Trucker Grub is going to point us to some yummy cajun food this time around.
In the feedback segment, we’ll hear a tailgating story of a guy stuck in a truck sandwich, a funny story about sleep apnea, taking a large dog on the road, and what the heck is Slack?
Listen to the podcast version or read the full article and the podcast show notes on AboutTruckDriving.com.
This episode of Trucker Dump is sponsored by:
Volvo Trucks - Check out the new VNL series and all it's awesome features
Links mentioned in the podcast:
Pilot Flying J gearing up to celebrate Truck Driver Appreciation Week from OverdriveOnline.com
More than 25,000 Volvo trucks recalled over transmission issues
from OverdriveOnline.com
Certain Freightliner Cascade tractors recalled over brake airline issue
from OverdriveOnline.com
Brake Safety Week inspection blitz set for Sept. 15-21
from OverdriveOnline.com
Your Comprehensive Guide To The Proposed HOS Reform Rules
from TheTruckersReport.com
As industry groups laud FMCSA’s hours proposal, truckers offer mixed reactions
from OverdriveOnline.com
FMCSA Proposes Removing Another CDL Testing Regulation
from TheTruckersReport.com
FMCSA begins to explore harassment of female, minority truckers
from OverdriveOnline.com
The mandate’s last roundup: The AOBRD-to-ELD shift
from OverdriveOnline.com
The AOBRD-to-ELD shift: Data/edits and visibility at roadside
from OverdriveOnline.com
Hours edits: Drivers in full control with ELDs
from OverdriveOnline.com
FMCSA FAQ for ELD rule
Trucking Law: Drug and alcohol regs are tighter than most know
from OverdriveOnline.com
Trucking Law: Adapting to sleep apnea’s most common treatment
from OverdriveOnline.com
Bucking court rulings, DOL argues drivers aren’t owed sleeper berth pay
from OverdriveOnline.com
Caution urged regarding deceptive factoring practices
from OverdriveOnline.com
One driver, two trucks — Peloton aims for Level 4 platooning platform
from OverdriveOnline.com
Got A Speed Limiter? MN State Police Are Ticketing Slow Drivers!
from TheTruckersReport.com
Carrier Shuts Down, Leaves 300+ Drivers Stranded
from TheTruckersReport.com
Wanna Be On TV? Casting Call For Skilled Truckers!
from TheTruckersReport.com
For the Trucker Grub segment, Nick Mack features cajun food at the Tiger Cafe on I-10 Exit 139.
Links in the Feedback section:
Lenny read TD95: 4 Reasons That Trucker Might Be Tailgating You and tells his harrowing experience with big rigs.
Driver Dave is back with a funny story about sleep apnea.
Christopher has a question about taking a large dog on the road with him.
Brad is a new listener and asks how to join the Trucker Dump Slack group.
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In today’s episode, I’m starting a new series where I talk to truckers who have a speciality. Every now and then I’ll interview a driver who does something different than the average trucker. Today, you’ll hear from my good friend and fellow Trucker Dump Slack Group member, Shannon Holden about his job as a rental equipment hauler.
But before that we’ve got lots of news to cover including more truck recalls, lots of new legislation, ELD privacy issues, and some stupid things truckers do, which means I’m pissed off through half the news segment. But we lighten the mood every now and then with an odd quarantine, seven of the best companies to work for (according to Forbes), a couple of cool new products, and a chance for a free trip to Nashville.
I didn’t think we’d have a Trucker Grub segment, but an old acquaintance stops in to talk about Nancy’s Pizza in Litchfield, Illinois. You’ll never guess who it is in a million years.
In the listener feedback section we’ll discuss Ambien, refresher courses, the importance of asking questions, and I’ll have my sanity questioned. 'Bout friggin' time.
Listen to the podcast version or read the full article and the podcast show notes on AboutTruckDriving.com.
This episode of Trucker Dump is sponsored by:
Volvo Trucks - Check out the new VNL series and all it's awesome features
Links mentioned in the podcast:
I got a chance to co-host the May 29 episode of The Trucking Podcast with Buck Ballard when Don the Beer Guy couldn't make it. Lots of stories and laughs in this one!
I got interviewed by Niki from the Truck Boss Show about the Trucker Dump Podcast.
I spoke with Niki from the Truck Boss Show on starting your own podcast.
The Truck Boss Show is giving away some free swag. First person to email me at TruckerDump@gmail.com wins the loot!
Brake Safety Week inspection blitz set for Sept. 15-22 from OverdriveOnline.com
Paccar recalls nearly 7,000 Kenworth, Peterbilt trucks over various issues from OverdriveOnline.com
Mirror issue prompts recall of 4,000 Kenworth, Peterbilt tractors
from OverdriveOnline.com
Daimler issues recall for brake air supply capacity issue
from OverdriveOnline.com
CDL Mills And Bad Trainers Will Love This FMCSA Rule
from TheTruckersReport.com
Senate bill would force DOT to institute speed limiter mandate, set 65 mph limit
from TruckingInfo.com
Bill in Congress would restore drivers’ per diem tax deduction
from OverdriveOnline.com
New Montana law will raise truck speed limits
from OverdriveOnline.com
DOT seeking input on regs around autonomous driving
from OverdriveOnline.com
FMCSA’s proposed HOS changes now expected July 31
from FleetOwner.com
DOT funding bill would force 30-minute break to remain in hours regs
from OverdriveOnline.com
Trucker faces 40 criminal counts stemming from deadly I-70 crash near Denver
from OverdriveOnline.com
Plenty blame to go around in Colo. tragedy, when the damage is done
from OverdriveOnline.com
Truckers’ 90-Mile Road-Rage Battle Kills Woman, Companies To Pay $26 Million
from TheTruckersReport.com
ELD data handling: ‘Privacy is paramount,’ but practices vary
from OverdriveOnline.com
Permit required for truckers in insect quarantine area beginning May 1
from OverdriveOnline.com
New TruckPark app allows drivers to reserve parking spaces
from OverdriveOnline.com
TruckPark app on Apple App Store
TruckPark app on Google Play Store
VSA PlugSaver is a cool device to keep your trailer lights from flickering.
Isela from the Truck Boss Show interviews trucker/inventor of the the VSA Plugsaver.
Seven fleets named to Forbes’ ‘Best Large Employers’ list
from OverdriveOnline.com
Truckers can enter to win free trip to Nashville with the RoadPro Ultimate Nashville Getaway Giveaway
from OverdriveOnline.com
This Trucker Fell Asleep At The Wheel After Falsifying His Logs. A Jury Awarded Him $80 Million
from TheTruckersReport.com
Links in the Feedback section:
Doug (Missouri Miller Boy (who did the May Trucker Grub segment) challenges the concept of me claiming to be both a cheapskate and an Apple-loving, cat lover and I attempt to explain the dilemma.
Joe questions a wreck involving a trucker taking Ambient, a drug used for insomnia.
Ambien on Drugs.com
Author Lisa Nowak offers congratulations for my new job and I spin it into a lesson that has been recently reinforced that should be a part of every trucker’s life.
David is considering renewing his CDL and wants to know the best path to upgrading from a Class B to a Class A.
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Well, there’s been a 2-month hiatus while I switched jobs, but it brought up a good main topic for today’s show; comparing OTR to LTL trucking.
We’ve got not one, but two good places to eat for the Trucker Grub segment.
Plenty of listener feedback too, including more information on the facial recognition system being used at the Canadian border, an audio comment with an oopsie from a driver (and one from myself), and of course I’m going to include some listener comments saying nice things about the podcast. Why wouldn’t I?
And obviously, there’s been lots of news over the past couple of months. I couldn’t hit everything, but it might seem like it. We cover the April 12 slow roll protest, more equipment recalls, and some past and upcoming safety blitzes.
Speaking of upcoming things, how about new Hours of Service, new emissions standards (oh boy), 18 year old interstate truckers, a drug & alcohol clearinghouse, and a couple of studies on ELD usage, truck parking, and the Eisenhower Tunnel in the Colorado mountains.
We also have some good news for diabetic truckers, an attorney’s advice on things you should do after accident, and imagine this; contradicting articles on the driver shortage issue. Who knew?
Listen to the podcast version or read the full article and the podcast show notes on AboutTruckDriving.com.
This episode of Trucker Dump is sponsored by:
Volvo Trucks - Check out the new VNL series and all it's awesome features
Links mentioned in the podcast:
Protestors reckon with minimal ‘shutdown’ and protest participation from OverdriveOnline.com
Volvo recalls 11,000 trucks over sleeper bunk window issue from OverdriveOnline.com
Mack recalls nearly 4,000 trucks over mirror issue, Carrier recalls nearly 4,000 APUs from OverdriveOnline.com
Next emissions deadline will ban more trucks from OverdriveOnline.com
Inspection Blitz Alert! Road check 2019 Announced from TheTruckersReport.com
Truckers Made To Climb Onto Trailers To Remove Snow During Enforcement Blitz from TheTruckersReport.com
Virginia increases registration fees, diesel taxes to fund I-81 improvements from OverdriveOnline.com
It's Official: FMCSA Plans To Overhaul Hours Of Service Rules For Truckers from TheTruckersReport.com
Interstate Trucking Will Be Open To Drivers 18+ Under New Bill from TheTruckersReport.com
Federal Govt: The 'Truck Driver Shortage' Doesn't Exist from TheTruckersReport.com
ATA Insists Driver Shortage Is Real Despite Govt. Report Saying It Isn't from TheTruckersReport.com
From within or without? — pressure to run over hours in the wake of the ELD mandate from OverdriveOnline.com
Drivers will need to register in Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse to change jobs, ensure accuracy from OverdriveOnline.com
Truckers Can Find Safe Parking Even After Hours Are Up Says FMCSA Official from TheTruckersReport.com
FMCSA Ends the Diabetic Driver Exemption Program from GoByTruckNews.com
TD116: Diabetes And Truckers
Colorado DOT to study allowing hazmat trucks to travel through I-70’s Eisenhower Tunnel from OverdriveOnline.com
Trucking Law: Things to consider after an accident from OverdriveOnline.com
35-year trucker Joe Bartlett got a seatbelt ticket — until this video got it thrown out from OverdriveOnline.com
Trucking law: Your gun rights on private property from OverdriveOnline.com
Missouri Miller Boy gives us two restaurants for the Trucker Grub:
Smiley’s BBQ, I-81 Exit 205 in Rapine VA at Smiley’s Fuel City, LLC
Mad Greek Cafe, I-15 Exit 246 in Baker CA
TD136: The Emotions Of Changing Truck Driving Jobs from AboutTruckDriving.com
Eight Reasons to Thank Unions from UnionPlus.org
Links in the feedback section:
Rod from GarmanTrucking.net read TD134: 3 Free Trucking Apps Every Trucker Should Have and enjoyed it. Thanks man!
Eddie Child is the winner of the Trucker Dump tee shirt for taking the Trucker Dump Listener Survey.
Lindsay had a chuckle about something I said in TD134: 3 Free Trucking Apps Every Trucker Should Have and passed the word along to her husband, who drives truck and works at Bartholomew Pressure Washing out of the Raleigh NC area.
Jeff Hardy listened to TD135: Trucking Recruiters: Friend Or Foe? and wants to help us understand how facial recognition works at the Canadian border. He also quotes The Red Green Show, which apparently is a Canadian thing.
Nick Mack tells a story of when he was complacent about 6 months into his new driving career and I follow up with my own similar story. I also mention two podcasts I've done on this important subject, TD97: A Trucker's Worst Nemesis: Complacency and TD104: Complacency Strikes.
Photos of my recent incident on Flickr.
Glenn wrote the shortest email in history to tell me the term I was looking for was A-Pillar. Thanks, Glenn!
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Man, we’ve got a colossal show today, headlined by me sharing the emotional rollercoaster I’ve been on lately as I prepare to change truck driving jobs.
But before that, we’ve got interesting stuff like Dustin’s Trucker Grub segment on some good BBQ and some long lost listener feedback from Keith, who talks about hourly pay and has a military analogy to truck training, Scot has comments on the podcast and a question about driver suicide, and Mark sent in a audio clip about why there’s so much confrontation between drivers.
But of course, we’ll start out with a bajillion news stories regarding such things as truck idling regulations, concealed carry in a truck, speed limit changes, updates on the truck parking situation, and what changes our benevolent regulators would like to focus on within the trucking industry.
And speaking of things that don’t work, we’ll also be discussing electric truck technologies, truck tolls, autonomous trucks, 1099 drivers, and trucker protests.
And to round out the news and bring it all back around to emotions, we have two stories, one of lost love and money and the other on found satisfaction in mentoring others. And of course, I'll be announcing the winner of the Trucker Dump tee shirt for filling out the Listener Survey.
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Links mentioned in the podcast:
Trucking Law: Can you refuse to drive in poor weather? from OverdriveOnline.com
As per diem benefit sunsets for company drivers, carriers find a work-around and OOIDA asks Congress to act from OverdriveOnline.com
Volvo Group invests in wireless battery charging from OverdriveOnline.com
Report finds trust in autonomous technologies falling from FleetOwner.com
Test drive: Freightliner’s autonomous-capable 2020 Cascade from Commercial Carrier Journal
Collision avoidance systems, sleep apnea testing among NTSB’s Most Wanted safety improvements from OverdriveOnline.com
Eight-state truck parking information initiative nears full launch from OverdriveOnline.com
Pilot Flying J looks to add new locations, enhance existing stores in 2019 from OverdriveOnline.com
ATRI updates list of idling regulations from OverdriveOnline.com
Compendium of Idling Regulations from ATRI
Virginia legislators back off of I-81 tolls – for now from OverdriveOnline.com
Senate bill would expand concealed carry reciprocity from OverdriveOnline.com
Eight states consider raising speed limits, eliminating speed differentials from LandLineMag.com
Minnesota raises speed limits to 60 on over 5,000 miles of highways from OverdriveOnline.com
Truckers gear up for another ‘slow roll’ protest this week from CDLLife.com
Exec Ordered To Pay Truckers Millions For Misclassifying Them As Contractors from TheTruckersReport.com
Here Are The Top 10 Worst Traffic Bottlenecks For Trucks In The Country from TheTruckersReport.com
Account of ‘catfishes’ trucker a grave reminder to be leery of online romance scams from OverdriveOnline.com
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In today's main topic, we discuss whether trucking recruiters are friend or foe? My views on the subject might surprise you.
But before that we’ve a tribute to a friend, a couple of funny videos, and DriverChrisMc will point you to some good Mexican food in the Trucker Grub segment.
We’ll discuss fancy pants new trucks from Volvo and Freightliner and what’s this about a truck with no mirrors???
Lots of other topics including trucker fatalities stats, a truck parking update, facial recognition for truckers, and a major construction warning in the south.
And of course, we’ll talk about the trucker who got beaten by security guards and we’ll talk about what qualifies as “adverse weather conditions” when it comes to log books.
We’ll also look at some length-of-haul stats and what that means, and we’re going to figure out if it’s true that truckers are considered unskilled labor.
In the feedback section, David will clarify something from the last podcast about hourly pay, BSHarlan1971 leaves an iTunes review, and screaminbob weighs in on the Weight My Truck app (see what I did there) and the Trucker Path app that we talked about in the last podcast.
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Citadel Fleet Safety - Call (800)269-5905 or click the link for a special discount for Trucker Dump listeners. Click on [Customer Login] in the upper-right corner, click on the Trucker Dump logo, and use password: trucker dump.
Volvo Trucks - Check out the new VNL series and all it's awesome features
Links mentioned in the podcast:
Dirt Road Trucker: Episode 1 from High Grade LLC
Dirt Road Trucker: Episode 2 - Opening Day of Gravel Season from High Grade LLC
Fleets to begin testing all-electric Volvo VNR tractor in 2019 from OverdriveOnline.com
Freightliner debuts Cascade with limited autonomous capabilities from OverdriveOnline.com
No Mirror, No Problem! FMCSA Allows Cameras In Place Of Mirrors On Truckers from TheTruckersReport.com
MirrorEye demo video
I-59/20 in downtown Birmingham to close for 14 months from OverdriveOnline.com
Michigan, Ohio expanding truck parking information systems from OverdriveOnline.com
How Do Bad Driving Conditions Reflect On HOS? from BigRoad.com
Record number of truckers killed in workplace fatalities in 2017 from OverdriveOnline.com
TD97: A Trucker's Worst Nightmare - Complacency
TD104: Complacency Strikes
Team Truckers "Attacked" By Security Guards, Charged With Assault from TheTruckersReport.com
Trucker Targeted By Facial Recognition Artificial Intelligence from TheTruckersReport.com
Freight’s drift toward greater regionalization: Average length of haul on the spot market from OverdriveOnline.com
Truckers are classified as ‘unskilled labor’? Nope. from OverdriveOnline.com
TruckerNation.org - The Trucker's Voice
Trucker Grub features Las Brisas in Charleston, MO. Submitted by DriverChrisMc, who spends enough time in Mexican restaurants that he probably speaks fluent Spanish by now.
Learn more about the ebook, How to Find a Great Truck Driving Job
Download the Trucking Company Questionnaire for only $1.99.
Buy the Trucking Job Combo Pack for only $14.98. That's 25% off the regular price!
Links in the feedback section:
David writes in with a clarification on hourly pay.
BSHarlan1971 left a lovely review on Apple Podcasts.
ScreamingBob listened to TD134: 3 Free Trucking Apps Every Trucker Should Have and shares his thoughts on scaling loads and finding truck parking.
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In today’s main topic, I’ll share 3 Trucking Apps Every Trucker Should Have and tell you why they're so awesome. But there's so much more!
We’ll also be discussing news stories about truck recalls, tolls, impending new emissions standards, HOS of proposals, and whether driver pay is the key to solving every problem in the trucking industry.
I’ll tell you where you’re most likely to get a moving violation, and speaking of violations, we’ll be discussing the sentence that was handed down to the Pilot executives.
The tiniest of progress has been made to stop the exploitation of truck booting, so that’s good. Look out for some changes at your local Road Ranger too.
I’ll point you to a couple of articles to help you curb your road rage and improve your professionalism. And we’ll finish up the news by sharing a Trucking charity and finding out about a possible exemption for narcoleptic truckers. Whaaaa?
In the Trucker Grub segment, Dustin is back to tell us where to find some great clam chowder, and Lindsay, Chris, and a whole bunch of David’s share their thoughts about everything from gross truckers, to driver rules, to driver pay, to a book of science fiction short stories set in the trucker universe is.
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Links mentioned in the podcast:
TD132: Should We Call Out Bad Truckers?
TD119: Winter Truck Driving Tips From An Alaskan Trucker
TD80: ‘Twas The Night Before Christmas: Trucker Style
Air bag issue prompts recall of nearly 3,000 Freightliner Cascade tractors from OverdriveOnline.com
More than 6,000 Freightliner Cascades recalled over brake light issue from OverdriveOnline.com
Brake issues prompt recalls by Daimler, Great Dane from OverdriveOnline.com
Navistar recalls 21,000 International trucks over transmission issue from OverdriveOnline.com
Ex-Pilot Flying J Execs Get Minimum Prison Sentences from TheTruckersReport.com
Better ‘pay would solve most’ critical issues: Readers’ priorities show variation from, similarity to recent rankings from OverdriveOnline.com
Owner-operators drive less, earn more through summer from OverdriveOnline.com
Beware for the new tax laws from LandLineMag.com
New personal-conveyance FAQs illustrate FMCSA’s round-trip view of ‘under dispatch’ from OverdriveOnline.com
Hours of service proposal could come by end of March from OverdriveOnline.com
"For-e-ver" from The Sandlot
New CVSA policy stresses that inspectors shouldn’t interrupt off-duty drivers for random inspection from OverdriveOnline.com
New Law Aims To Stop Predatory Truck Booting from TheTruckersReport.com
The 15 toughest states when it comes to moving violations from OverdriveOnline.com
Truck-Only Tolls Proposed In Connecticut from TheTruckersReport.com
Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission approves toll increase for 11th consecutive year from LandLineMag.com
Pennsylvania Toll Calculator
EPA: Truck Emissions Standards To Be Tightened from TheTruckersReport.com
What we can do about the physical and emotional violence of chronic stress made manifest from OverdriveOnline.com
Choose professionalism to define, and create, your value from OverdriveOnline.com
The Great Indiana Trucker Boycott of 1988 from LandLineMag.com
Narcoleptic Trucker Seeks Exemption to Get Behind the Wheel from GoByTruckNews.com
Sleigh Bells and Santa from Trucker’s Final Mile from LandLineMag.com
Truckers Final Mile is a charity whose purpose is to help return truck drivers to their families in the event of a death. Give a donation today!
Dustin tells us about Bob's Clam Hut in the Trucker Grub segment.
Links mentioned in the main topic:
TD134: 3 Trucking Apps Every Trucker Should Have to view all the screenshots of these apps.
Weigh My Truck app on iPhone and Android.
"Let me 'plain… No, there is too much. Let me sum up." from The Princess Bride
Download the Truck Path app on Android or iPhone.
"Truck maps were designed by truckers so you can be assured routes are truck-ready…" quote from Trucker Path website.
Trucker Path has over 500,000 active users. Wikipedia
Download the Transflo Mobile+ on Android and iPhone.
Pegasus TransTech bought TripPak back in 2014.
"If you have the means, I highly recommend picking it up." from Ferris Bueller's Day Off
"He'll keep calling me. He'll keep calling me until I come over. He'll make me feel guilty…" from Ferris Bueller's Day Off.
Links mentioned in the feedback section:
David wrote in to tell us about a couple of collections of short stories set in the trucking universe.
18 Wheels of Science Fiction – A Long Haul Into The Fantastic is only $14.99 Paperback or $3.99 Kindle version
18 Wheels of Horror: A Trailer Full of Trucking Terrors is just $14.99 Paperback or $3.03 Kindle version
Driver Dave listened to TD133: A Trucker Gives Thanks and wants to tell us about a gross trucker and Texas scale houses manned by cowboy hat-wearing State Troopers.
Lindsay listened to TD132: Should We Call Out Bad Truckers? and has some thoughts about it.
David listened to TD133: A Trucker Gives Thanks and wants to talk about hourly pay (something I talked about in the feedback section).
Chris just writes in to tell me he appreciates and enjoys the podcast. You know I always love to hear that!
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Truckers are an unappreciated group for sure; but there are lots of other people within the trucking industry that are even less appreciated. In today's show, I take the opportunity to thank those good folks who support us truckers.
Other topics covered in the podcast are some truck recalls, some new emissions systems, a temporary truck parking fix, trucker tax changes, and I share my thoughts about the recent Washington DC trucker convoy and road blockage. We've got drivers suing carriers, a drowsy driving blood test, trucker pay raises, and a group to help suicidal or depressed truckers.
The Trucker Grub segment is submitted by Nick, and in listener feedback Driver Dave talks about electronic logs, Michael talks about the new CDL restriction called "No manual transmission equipment CMV," Ab tells us a dreadful tale of a tailgating trucker, and Martin agrees with me that my company has me bent over on a particular issue.
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Please fill out the Trucker Dump Podcast listener survey for a chance to win a Trucker Dump t-shirt!
This episode of Trucker Dump is sponsored by:
Citadel Fleet Safety - Call (800)269-5905 or click the link for a special discount for Trucker Dump listeners. Click on [Customer Login] in the upper-right corner, click on the Trucker Dump logo, and use password: truckerdump.
Links mentioned in the podcast:
TD132: Should We Call Out Bad Truckers?
Nearly 20,000 Freightliner, Western Star trucks impacted by steering shaft recall from OverdriveOnline.com
4,500 Freightliner, Western Star trucks recalled over fuel line issue from OverdriveOnline.com
Two recalls impact more than 28,000 International trucks from OverdriveOnline.com
Concept from Cummins would dramatically cut emissions, company says from OverdriveOnline.com
Volvo: Emissions systems running into ‘degradation’ issues, company investigating scope from OverdriveOnline.com
Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) on Wikipedia
Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) on Wikipedia
Video shows Tesla Semi’s acceleration — and gives a listen at it’s whirring electric motor from OverdriveOnline.com
PA To Tackle Truck Parking By Painting More Lines In Lots from TheTruckersReport.com
IRS bumps up owner-operators’ per-diem allowance from OverdriveOnline.com
ATBS Trucker Tax Service - 866-920-2827
A big 10-4 on hours flexibility, improved training standards and a good time — more from D.C. from OverdriveOnline.com
Mixed reactions to brief highway blockade after 10-4 D.C. event, more from OverdriveOnline.com
Toughest 10 states for violation intensity and how New York, Texas stand out from OverdriveOnline.com
Killing the ‘viruses and parasites’: How to spot a bad lease-purchase deal from OverdriveOnline.com
Driver sues U.S. Press over recruiting robocalls from OverdriveOnline.com
Driver pay continued to push carriers’ costs higher in 2017 from OverdriveOnline.com
Researchers Developing Drowsy Driving Blood Test from TruckingInfo.com
Inside help: Fellow truckers offer comfort, resources to help prevent suicide from OverdriveOnline.com
Truckers for Truckers Facebook Group
UPDATED: Music to truck by — Overdrive’s curated playlist from OverdriveOnline.com
Trucker Grub features The Log Cabin Restaurant in Hurricane Mills, TN. Submit your favorite truck-accessible restaurant to TruckerDump@gmail.com
TD78: A Trucker's Thanksgiving is one of my favorite podcast episodes ever!
TD17: Truck Dispatchers
TD39: When Planners Don't
TD66: Truckers Go Turtle Racing
TD130: How Much Should Truckers Bend The Rules?
Links mentioned in the feedback section:
TD95: 4 Reasons That Trucker Might Be Tailgating You
TD132: Should We Call Out Bad Truckers?
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We all see people doing stupid, inconsiderate, or just plain rude things every day. What do we do it about? Should we call these people out or should we bite our tongues? We'll discuss that in today's main topic.
But the show is also jam-packed with news stories, including some recalls, some autonomous truck stuff, some good news for diabetic truckers, and more thoughts about dash cams. We’ll also talk about naughty booters and some even naughtier truckers. And I’ll tell you a couple of ways you can get your voice heard to make trucking driving a better job. We’ll also talk about what makes a good trucking company and of course, the death of a trucking icon.
Driver Dave sent in a unique Trucker Grub segment and in the feedback section we hear from Ali, who has a tailgating tale, Tim is considering a switch from IT to trucking, and Anthony’s "oddest question I’ve ever received" leads to a discussion of truck driving schools.
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AboutTruckDriving.com - Get the ebook combo pack for only $14.98. Or download the Trucking Company Questionnaire for only $1.99. Check out new Trucker Dump merchandise at TeePublic.com, including tee shirts, hoodies, mugs, stickers, tote bags, and even kid's clothes (not that any sane person would put their kid in a Trucker Dump shirt)!
Links mentioned in the podcast:
Burt Reynolds, an icon in trucking film lore, dies at 82 from OverdriveOnline.com
More than 4,000 Freightliner trucks affected by two separate recalls from OverdriveOnline.com
Engine harness issue prompts recall of 11,000 Kenworth tractors from OverdriveOnline.com
I-5 in Washington, Oregon Best Route to Deploy Self-Driving Semis, Report Says from Transport Topics
Volvo Trucks developing autonomous, electric concept tractor-trailer from OverdriveOnline.com
Self-Driving Trucks May Replace 300k Truckers, But It'll Be "Fun" from TheTruckersReport.com
Good News For Some Diabetic Drivers! from TheTruckersReport.com
Hopeful and careful-what-you-wish-for dynamics in reader commentary in wake of FMCSA's hours moves from OverdriveOnline.com
The Trucking Podcast with Buck Ballard and Don the Beer Guy
2,700 Comments Submitted On HOS Reform, Comment Period Extended from OverdriveOnline.com
Click here to share your thoughts with the FMCSA about the hours of service. And do it by October 10, 2018!
Another lot bites the dust, unleashing booters in the wee hours from OverdriveOnline.com
Three truckers busted smuggling immigrants across U.S.- Mexico border from OverdriveOnline.com
NTSB touts benefits of driver-, road-facing dash cams from OverdriveOnline.com
Payroll Podcast from Truck Driver Power discussing dash cams.
Detention Time Impacts on Safety, Productivity and Compliance - Driver Survey from the American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI)
Survey: Parking Is #1 Stress For Drivers, Made Worse By ELDs from TheTruckersReport.com
Modest proposal: Outlining a federal, graduated CDL from OverdriveOnline.com
Goodyear seeking nominations for annual Highway Hero award from OverdriveOnline.com
Nominations open for 'Best Fleets to Drive For' contest from OverdriveOnline.com
Click here to nominate the Best Fleets to Drive For
Carrier Owner Fakes Kidnapping To Avoid Paying Truckers $9,000 from TheTruckersReport.com
TD107: The Fuel Bay Golden Rule
Witnesses: Rudeness at fuel pumps triggered truck stop shooting/suicide from CDL Life
No charges to be filed in Georgia fuel pump shooting from CDL Life
Trucker Grub features Daniel's Truck Stop in Windsor, Ontario and the Ten Acre Truck Stop in Belleville, Ontario.
Links mentioned in the feedback section:
TD95: 4 Reasons That Trucker Might Be Tailgating You
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In today's podcast, I tell you about an electronic logging device (ELD) called the FleetUp Trace. I also share news stories about a truck recall, the possibility of new Hours-of-Service rules, more happenings in the autonomous truck world (including what's up with your job), I point you to a survey for your opinions about the biggest trucking issues, and a lady trucker stands up to the man and wins. I also discuss dash cams and a conversation I had with OOIDA on Twitter. Trucker Grub features an Albuquerque restaurant.
In the feedback section we discuss private vs. sponsored truck driving schools, we follow up with last months mad gay trucker, and obviously… strawberry jam.
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Links mentioned in the podcast:
More than 3,000 Kenworth, Peterbilt tractors recalled from OverdriveOnline.com
Trucker Refuses Overweight load, Gets Fired, Sues Carrier, And Wins… $16,723 from TheTruckersReport.com
Despite successful test runs, Uber shutting down autonomous truck unit from OverdriveOnline.com
Self-Driving Trucks Will NOT Take Trucker Jobs Says Study from from TheTruckersReport.com
FMCSA Will "Revisit" HOS Rules To Provide "Greater Flexibility" Says Administrator from TheTruckersReport.com
FMCSA "Pre-Rule" Could Change Hours Of Service Regs For Truckers from TheTruckersReport.com
HOS reform: Now's the time to comment, says Martinez, who hopes to 'fast track' potential rule making from OverdriveOnline.com
Leave your comments on the proposed Hours-of-Service changes
ATRI seeks feedback on top trucking industry concerns from OverdriveOnline.com
ATRI survey
Following the U.S. House, Senators file bill to allow under-21 interstate drivers with extra training from OverdriveOnline.com
Trucking Companies Are Making Record Profits, So Why Aren't Drivers? from TheTruckersReport.com
NYU To Cover Tuition For All Medical Students from Yahoo.com
Owner Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA)
Truckers Against Trafficking
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Trucker Grub features Garcia's Kitchen in Albuquerque, New Mexico
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I was in a situation recently and got called out by a friend for my actions. To me it was a technicality. To him it was a blatant lie. In today's podcast, I tell that story and the situation surrounding it. I'll let you decide.
We also cover some trucking legislation stuff, the rise of guaranteed driver pay, more about truck parking, and something called Bus and Dump (which I’ve never heard of before). I’ll also point you to a test to figure out your driving personality. Trucker Grub is still hanging on by a hair. And I talk to Classic Truck Insurance about becoming an owner operator and getting your own authority. In the feedback section we discuss parking, sleeping, McGyvering your truck, and a fellow trucking author.
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Classic Truck Insurance - Call 888-498-0255 for your free quote today.
Links mentioned in the podcast:
TD128: Interview With Make-A-Wish Mother's Day Truck Convoy What's your driving personality?
FMCSA denies OOIDA’s petition to exempt small carriers from ELD mandate
FMCSA boss Martinez tells Congress ELDs a first step toward adding hours flexibility
Hours of service violation rate cut in half under ELD mandate, FMCSA says
House bill would make modest hours of service changes, address split sleeper rule, nix ELD supporting docs
'Bus and Dump': Drivers expose industry's dirty practice
Guaranteed pay: The promise for company drivers, small fleets
Links mentioned in the Citadel ad about the crazy world we live in:
Former truck driver trainee gets 50 years in prison for killing trainer
Multiple reports of shootings
Stabbed Over Parking: Trucker Charged With Attempted Murder
Breach of trucker etiquette leads to shooting, suicide
Couple robbed at knife-point while inside semi truck
TD129: 4 Ways To Become A More Efficient Trucker
Links in the feedback section:
TD129: 4 Ways To Become A More Efficient Trucker
TD125: Reserved Truck Parking: Convenience Or Exploitation?
TruckingTruth.com is a website by Brett Aquila that helps new truckers get on their feet.
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In today's podcast, I present four ideas that could help you become a more efficient trucker. I also cover a crapload of news stories, ranging from new ways to tackle truck parking, new proposed hours-of-service legislation, Electronic Logging Devices (ELD), a lost trucker, some surprises about driver pay, and possibly one of the most insane verdicts I've ever heard. I also tell you how social media can help you in a way that you might not have thought of before.
In the Feedback section, we hear from from Goat Bob, Driver Dave, DriverChrisMc, and Dan on subjects such as trucking podcasts, to axle weights, to cancer, to beef liver, and finally being pissed off at truckers.
View the article and show notes on AboutTruckDriving.com.
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This episode of Trucker Dump is sponsored by:
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Links mentioned in the podcast:
TD128: Interview With Make-A-Wish Mother's Day Truck Convoy
International Roadcheck safety blitz is June 5-7, 2018
"Top 3 Trucker Podcasts" from Hot Shot Warriors
My guest spot on the Systematic Podcast with Brett Terpstra
New bill tries to exempt small trucking companies from ELDs
Push to reform the FMCSA Hours-Of-Service
Midwest States Team Up For Truck Parking
Truck Driver Goes Missing For 4 Days After Putting Wrong Address In GPS
TD54: The Do's And Don'ts Of Giving Directions
Maximum Commercial Trailer Length - State By State from Verduyn Tarps
Comchek Mobile App
OverdriveOnline.com Driver Compensation Preference Poll
Survey Says Driver Pay Is Going Up!
Werner will appeal $90 verdict in crash lawsuit
Trucker Grub features Ted's Montana Grill in Northwest Indianapolis.
Links in the feedback section:
Talk CDL Podcast
TD127: Why Podcasts Are The Perfect Media For Truckers
Patreon
Apple Podcasts app
Podcast Addict app for Android
TD97: A Trucker's Worst Nemisis - Complacency
TD104: Complacency Strikes
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In this episode we talk to Ben Lee, president of Make-A-Wish for the Susquehanna Valley, who tells us about the awesome, Guiness World Record holding, Mother's Day Truck Convoy event. But before that, I talk about a few articles I saw involving California emissions, a new Hours-of-Service bill, and a horrible truck crash. I also point you to a cool gift for a trucker. I also have a nice, long chat with Dave Meltzer, a Principal at one of our sponsors, East Insurance Group. Believe it or not, we have a non-boring chat about truck insurance. And in Trucker Grub, Driverchrismc is back with another excellent restaurant.
In the feedback section, Aaron and Greg have comments about C.R. England, while Jeff, Steven, Trucker Bob, and @thebesttruckeralive (yes, really) want to talk about reserved paid truck parking.
View the article and show notes on AboutTruckDriving.com
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This episode of Trucker Dump is sponsored by:
Citadel Fleet Safety - Call (800)269-5905 or click the link for a special discount for Trucker Dump listeners. Click on [Customer Login] in the upper-right corner, click on the Trucker Dump logo, and use password: truckerdump.
East Insurance Group - Call (443)304-9927 for your free quote today.
Links mentioned in the podcast:
John H. Martin Company makes Unique Awards and Gifts for Truckers
Trucker Sentenced to 55 Years For Crash That Killed Six from TruckersReport.com
CARB To Update Its Emissions Requirements from TruckersReport.com
New HOS Bill Would Give Drivers A ‘Pause’ Button from TruckersReport.com
East Insurance Group contacts:
David Meltzer 443-255-0697 david@eastinsurancegroup.com
Mike Sydell 443-629-4111 mike@eastinsurancegroup.com
Driverchrismc contributes to Trucker Grub again by suggesting Max's Thunder Road Grill in Grand Island, NE. Please send in an audio submission with your favorite trucker-accessible restaurant to TruckerDump@gmail.com.
Donate to the Mother's Day Truck Convoy
Find out more information about the Mother's Day Truck Convoy
Make-A-Wish for Philadelphia, Delaware, & Susquehanna Valley
Make-A-Wish Mother's Day Truck Convoy 2016 video
Video of Make-A-Wish Philadelphia, Delaware, Susquehanna Valley fulfilling their 6000th wish! Very touching.
Links in the Feedback section:
TD93: The Driver's Seat Phenomenon
TD124: The Overweight Axle Debacle
TD125: Reserved Truck Parking: Convenience Or Exploitation?
5 Top Issues In Commercial Driving by Connor Smith of the Big Rig Banter podcast
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In today's episode of the world famous Trucker Dump Podcast, we discuss why podcasts are so perfect for truckers. I also talk about losing my Kenworth and I share a funny quote from a million mile safe trucker I met. Driverchrismc tells us about a Mexican restaurant in the Trucker Grub segment and he also corrects me about Oregon speed limits. I point you to a couple of excellent health resources and fun little game I've been addicted to lately. I also discuss taking on sponsors for the show and we have an interview with one of them, Citadel Fleet Safety.
In the feedback section, we hear from not one, but two Jeffs. One clarifies the CRST CDL exemption and the other shares his thoughts on reaching truckers about how great podcasts are. Taylor asks about trucker seats, while I share one of our Slack group conversations that happened when Trucker Bob got screwed by buying a reserved truck parking space. And last, we hear from Roger, who thinks I'm a dick.
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This episode of Trucker Dump is sponsored by:
Citadel Fleet Safety - Call (800)269-5905 or click the link for a special discount for Trucker Dump listeners. Click on [Customer Login] in the upper-right corner, click on the Trucker Dump logo, and use password: truckerdump.
East Insurance Group - Call (443)304-9927 for your free quote today.
Links mentioned in the podcast:
Sponsored blog post: The Citadel Escort Mobile Emergency Response System from Citadel Fleet Safety
First Aid app from American Red Cross for iOS
First Aid app from American Red Cross for Android
TruckBlox
Trucker Grub features El Arriero Mexican Bar & Grill in South Bend, IN. Please send in an audio submission with your favorite trucker-accessible restaurant to TruckerDump@gmail.com.
Amazing Tips on How to Avoid the Most Dreaded Trucker's Occupational Diseases
Ballz from Ketchapp for iOS
Ballz from Ketchapp for Android
FMCSA's Mobile Phone Restrictions Fact Sheet
TD6: Life Is Good
Spotify
Apple Music
Pandora
iHeartRadio
"Boogie Nights" by Heatwave
"Are You Gonna Go My Way" by Lenny Kravitz
"Separate Ways" by Journey
"Stand My Ground" by Within Temptation
Audible.com for audiobooks
The Bob & Tom Show
SiriusXM Radio
The Howard Stern Show
Podcasts app for iOS from Apple
Podcast Addict app for Android from developer Xavier Guillemane
Podcast Addict - Donate
Stitcher Radio
TuneInRadio
Pocket Casts for iOS by developer Shifty Jelly
Pocket Casts for Android by developer Shifty Jelly
Textexpander from Smile Software
Below are all the podcasts mentioned in this episode. I have not included links because it makes more sense for you to search for the title in your specific podcast app (and I'm reeeeally lazy).
Mac Power Users
Pardon the Interruption
Golic and Wingo
Around the Horn
Fox News Flash
The Lead with Jake Tapper
NPR News Now
MacBreak Weekly
This Week in Google
The Car and Driver Podcast
Talking Cars from Consumer Reports
Car Talk from NPR
Ted Talks Daily
Stuff You Should Know
Serial from NPR
We're Alive
The Simpsons
Sleep With Me
Chameleon Breeder
School of Podcasting
Links in the Feedback section:
TD93: The Driver's Seat Phenomenon
Kab Performance Seating
TD125: Reserved Truck Parking: Convenience Or Exploitation?
TD95: 4 Reasons That Trucker Might Be Tailgating You
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In today's podcast, I speak with Ryan Backstrand, Product Engineer and Korina Velasco, Marketing Manager for Right Weigh Load Scales. If you haven't heard of Right Weigh, it is a system of weighing your truck without having to drive to the nearest CAT Scale. How cool is that?! You'll learn how this product works, how much it costs, and how to install it, just to name a few.
Additionally, Troy from the Big Rig Banter podcast dissects trucker pay, I point you to an awesome FAQ about Electronic Logging Devices (ELD) and a short book explaining truck weights, and I introduce a new segment that I think you truckers are really gonna dig. And obviously, I do some shameless self-promotion of a couple of podcasts I've been a guest on recently. I also talk about a service called Teledoc that seems custom-made for truckers.
In the feedback section, Aaron shares why he's always sitting in the driver's seat (even when off-duty), Greg and I dodge Winter Storm Grayson, Danielle shares health tips she's learned on the road as a ride-along to her trucker hubby Robert, and Trevor writes in to ask about how getting jiggy in the truck works. Yeah. You'll definitely want to stick around for that one. Be sure to persist to the bloopers and outtakes at the very end too!
This episode of Trucker Dump is sponsored by:
East Insurance Group
Links mentioned in the podcast:
Audio-Technica AT2005USB microphone
Teledoc
FAQ on Electronic Logging Devices courtesy of FleetComplete.com
Quora.com
Video of Tesla Electric truck spotted
Join the Trucker Dump Slack group
My interview on Payload podcast
Understanding Semi Truck Weight and Dimension Regulations by Paul Jakubicek
Top Podcasts Every Type Of Trucker Can Enjoy
My interview on the Big Rig Banter Podcast
5 Top Issues In Commercial Truck Driving by Connor Smith
Dissecting The Pay Issue For Truckers by Troy Diffenderfer
AllTruckJobs.com
Overtime Pay For Truckers at AskTheTrucker.com
Schmidt/OFC Trucking company at LiquidTrucking.com
Jimmy's Famous Seafood in Baltimore, MD
Directions to Jimmy's Famous Seafood
Right Weigh Load Scales Infographic
TD93: The Driver's Seat Phenomenon
TD124: The Overweight Axle Debacle
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As you can tell from the title, today's show is about this reserved truck parking that is popping up at all the truck stops. But before we get to that, listener Kevin wrote in to tell me I screwed up the Meritor jacket contest from the last podcast. He was right! We also have some gift ideas for truckers, which is handy right before Christmas. We also discuss Telsa's fancy new electric truck and I share a mechanical tip I learned from listener Mike. But that's not all! Connor Smith from the Big Rig Banter podcast shares his article on the Top 5 Issues In Commercial Driving.
In the feedback section, Renae shares her experience with her training and being a trainer herself, Tim points out a problem with one of my books, and Ryan thinks he could've solved my overweight issue from the last podcast. And to wrap things up, Shannon lost a bet with me and had to send in an audio comment telling me how awesome I am!
Follow along along for the text version and photos: TD:125 Reserved Truck Parking: Convenience Or Exploitation?
Links mentioned in the intro:
The School of Podcasting podcast with host Dave Jackson
The Hindenburg Journalist Pro audio editing software that I want to purchase. Feel free to buy it for me. It's pretty cheap. 🙄
The Audio-Technica ATR2005USB Cardioid Dynamic USB/XLR Microphone I'm hoping to buy. (not an affiliate link)
You should buy my books so I can afford the two previous products! Free text samples available! (not affiliate links)
Trucking Life: An Entertaining, Yet Informative Guide To Becoming And Being A Truck Driver
Free audiobook sample of Trucking Life
How to Find a Great Truck Driving Job
The good folks from Factor Finders supplied a handy-dandy article and infographic called Gift Ideas For Truckers. Just in time for the holidays!
This article from TheTruckersReport.com called Tesla Semi Promises 500 Mile Range, Safety, and More prompted me to talk about it on the show.
Links in Connor Smith's article:
Connor Smith from the Big Rig Banter podcast and AllTruckJobs.com shares his article called 5 Top Issues in Commercial Truck Driving and mentions the following articles:
5 Benefits of ELDs
ATA Driver Shortage Report
Nikola One: Driving the Future of Trucking
MIT Technology Review article about Self-Driving Trucks
Links in the blog post section:
The Federal Highway Administration, or FHWA, Study of Adequacy of Commercial Truck Parking Facilities
Late night photo I took of the reserved parking area at the TA in Greencastle, PA.
TD124: The Overweight Axle Debacle
Unboxing of a Casper Mattress
Pilot/Flying J refund policy for reserved truck parking
Links mentioned in the feedback section:
Renae Savage talks about her training and her experience as a trainer at CR England.
Tim Rife tells me all the hyperlinks to the Trucking Company Questionnaire in my book How to Find a Great Truck Driving Job are broken. He's right. So if you've had the same problem, try downloading the book again. They should be fixed by the time you're listening to this.
Ryan Moede thinks he could’ve easily solved the overweight problem I talked about in TD124: The Overweight Axle Debacle. Is he right? Guess you'll have to listen to find out. I mention a free PDF called How To Axle Out A Load.
Shannon Holden lost a bet with me and had to send in an audio comment telling me how awesome I am. No way this wasn't going to make it onto the podcast!
Horrid Genius left an awesome review of the podcast over on iTunes. Thanks, Mr. Genius!
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Ever had one of those crappy days that just seems to drag on forever… and in fact, it actually does drag into the next day? Well, that's what happened to me recently when a shipper just couldn't get me loaded legally. I share the story with mind-numbing detail. Lucky you.
I also interview Bill Busbice from HWY Pro, an app that helps owner-operators find, accept, and plan loads more efficiently than current methods.
If you signed up to win the Meritor jacket, you'll want to stay tuned to see if you won. I also talk about some new audio editing software I'm going to buy. Yes, this cheapskate.
In the feedback section, we hear from Renae, Emily, Garry, David, and Andrew.
Links mentioned in the intro:
I'm planning on reviewing the My ONE20 app soon, but you can go ahead and check it out now.
I've started a Trucker Dump Podcast Facebook page. Yes, I finally broke down.
Along with that is a Facebook Group called Trucker Dump Podcast. Since I buckled from the pressure, I expect all of you to join and participate. So get on it.
I couldn't pass up an opportunity to promote my books. Yes, I'm shameless.
Trucking Life: An Entertaining, Yet Informative Guide To Becoming And Being A Truck Driver
How to Find a Great Truck Driving Job
Links mentioned in the blog post section:
Gilligan's Island theme song
Chuck Norris' best line in The Expendables 2
TD28: Please, Oh Please Give Me The Bypass is about weight distribution and the bridge laws.
Weigh My Truck app from CAT Scale
Go to TD124: The Overweight Axle Debacle to see all the screenshot of my weigh tickets
TD32: SLC To CYA talks all about seals and load security
TD101: Stupid Rules That Truckers Tolerate is pretty self-explanitory
The moral of the story is a reiteration of a topic covered in TD123: Advice For New Truckers
In the feedback section:
Renae mentions the Trucking Nation podcast and she talks about health issues for truckers and the general lack of respect truckers receive.
Emily listened to TD119: Winter Truck Driving Tips From An Alaskan Trucker and wanted to share a related article called Winter Survival Kit: 10 Things To Keep In Your Truck.
An old high school friend named Garry wrote in just to say hi. Hi Garry!
David writes in to let me know he was the author of the mysterious "Bluegrass Cellular" email I read on the previous podcast.
Andrew asks why the heck I'm not on Podbean and I do my best to explain. He also has some constructive criticism about the previous podcast, which I love getting. He also asks about talkative truckers, which is something I obviously know a lot about.
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Today's episode is devoted to helping rookie truckers. The advice I give is all stuff that you'll learn over time, but why wait when you can learn it now?
I also discuss my recent visit to the Great American Trucking Show (GATS) and I tell you about a new trucking podcast. We cover stories about some recent trucking accidents and a thief who deserved everything he got. Furthermore, I discuss what's going on with the mandatory speed limiter proposition and talk about platooning.
In the feedback section, we hear from Renae, Steve, and some anonymous dude.
Links mentioned in the podcast:
TD110: Jabbering With Jared includes an interview I did with nephew Jared after he rode in the truck with me. Some good laughs here!
Jewel Jones is @JewelJonesIRL on Twitter
Check out the videos from trucker BukWildTrucking on YouTube
Australian country artist Jayne Denham performed at the TA/Petro truck parking community at GATS. She sang her #1 hit, Addicted To The Diesel as well as her new release called Stacks. Check out the links for the YouTube videos.
I was interviewed at GATS by Rachel Folkenroth from AllTruckJobs.com.
The interview aired on Episode 7 of a new podcast called Big Rig Banter, hosted by Troy Diffenderfer and Connor Smith. It's a fun podcast from AllTruckJobs.com that is informative and very well produced. Check it out by following the links above.
AllTruckJobs.com put out a funny 80s-style workout video for truckers. You don't want to miss Troy Thunder BRING THE THUNDER!!!
Check out this story from The TruckersReport.com of a 23-year-old trucker who wiped out a 6-ton historic bridge.
Check out the photos and read the story of a trucker who destroyed a 3-ton bridge in his 30-ton truck.
TheTruckersReport.com story of mandatory speed limiters being scrapped. Thank God!
@OhTruckThat tweeted this excellent video from OOIDA (Owner-Operator's Independent Driver's Association) about the effects of speed limiters
FleetOwner.com did a story on platooning.
Ice Cold Justice is a story from TheTruckersReport.com about a thief who was locked inside a refrigerated trailer. Serves him right!
Check out my YouTube video rant about an anal retentive customer.
It's not too late to enter the drawing for the Meritor jacket!
TD100: What Makes The Evil Overlord Evil? explains how my wife got her nickname.
TD66: Truckers Go Turtle Racing goes into great detail about how you can keep from impeding traffic out on the interstate. It's one of my favorite episodes and something that every trucker should hear.
TD107: The Fuel Bay Golden Rule covers the proper etiquette for the fuel bay area.
Links in the feedback section:
An anonymous ex Over-The-Road trucker (email said Bluegrass Cellular) writes in to thank me for producing the podcast. You're welcome, man!
Fullofit (Steve) has been binge listening and comments on a range of topics. So you can blame him for the next few links.
TD74: Doing Dallas
TD67: The Road To Smutville
TD31: Is Forced Dispatch Forced?
TD66: Truckers Go Turtle Racing
Renae Savage is one of the newest members of the Trucker Dump Slack group. She has comments on
TD93: The Driver's Seat Phenomenon, but she's also started her own blog at Truck Driving Woman. She finishes up by asking me why I write books, blog, and podcast if I've been trying to get out of trucking forever. I answer as best as I can.
My singing isn't as good as it used to be, but I still have fun on Singsnap.com.
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This episode is a continuation of TD120: Truckers And Exercise where I answered listener Jeremy's questions about exercising out on the road. TD122: 4 Awesome Trucker Workouts takes that further by telling you about some workout apps and methods I've used over the years.
But before I get to the exercising junk, I talk about the new Kenworth T-680 I'm driving and my time on the road with nephew Jacob. I even go off on a tangent about rap music and the people who listen to it. We also discuss a couple of road rage incidents involving truckers and I issue a warning about signing onto Uber Freight.
In the feedback section, Mike and Chris had comments on truck driving simulators, Kyle tells us a bit about how Walmart operates, Greg has a suggestion for a portable shower, and Brian the Aussie sent in an audio comment that dives into everything from the US DOT rules to my relationship with my nephews.
Links mentioned in the podcast:
I read about two separate road rage incidents recently on TheTruckersReport.com, prompting me to me promote a podcast I did called TD66: Truckers Go Turtle Racing.
Here are the stories:
This Trucker Was Shot Because His Attacker Couldn't Pass Him
Road Rage: Shooter Gets 26 Years For Shooting Trucker
I warn drivers about Uber Freight by pointing to a Business Insider article that shows a timeline of Uber's many scandals.
You could win a Run with the Bulls Meritor jacket by emailing me at TruckerDump@gmail.com Also be sure to check out their funny video and their super-cool virtual reality app while you're there.
Short YouTube clip of Ben Stein's VooDoo economics lecture in Ferris Bueller's Day Off. Great movie!
Screenshots of all the apps I talk about
The Gorilla Workout App
Short YouTube video of Fred Figglehorn screaming.
QuickFit by Tiny Hearts Limited
The Today app is a habit-tracking app that can help you track your workout success (or failure in my case). It's iOS only, but I'm sure there's a similar app on Android.
Tabata Timer Pro on iOS or search for any Tabata app. They're pretty much all the same.
TD81: How To Do A Full-Body Workout Inside The Cab Of A Semi shows two workout videos I produced a while back. No need to wear eye protection. I'm wearing a shirt.
In the feedback section:
Mike and Chris talk about truck driving simulators.
Kyle writes in to share his thoughts on why Walmart drivers might be getting all this extra pay that other OTR drivers aren't.
Greg gives us a link to the Zodi Outback Gear Extreme Shower, which his wife uses at her Renaissance fairs.
Brian the Aussie sent an audio comment that covers a variety of topics, including the US DOT physical rules and Personal Conveyance time, which prompts me to talk about go on a mini rant. He also shows some appreciation for the podcast having a "Clean" tag, which lets him listen with his daughter around. Cool! He also wonders about my situation with my nephews since I talk about them so much. I happily explain. Lastly, he asks me to elaborate as to why I ask listeners who are submitting audio comments to keep them under three minutes. I'm happy to do so.
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In today's podcast I introduce my second book called, How to Find a Great Truck Driving Job. I also share some thoughts on driving with your hazards on and a special exemption CRST was granted recently. And what would a Trucker Dump podcast be without a trucker whining for a while? This time it's about the saga of switching trucks.
Links mentioned in the podcast:
BeSpecular app for sighted people to help the blind see.
CRST exemption for permit holders.
@RiverRatWA57 pointed me to this article from CDLLife.com about the legality of using hazard flashers.
Nero pointed me to an article that he wrote called, How a Mom Overcame the Odds and Pursued a Job as a Trucker.
How to Find a Great Truck Driving Job sales page.
Download the Trucking Company Questionnaire for a measly $1.99.
Download a FREE sample version of How to Find a Great Truck Driving Job from Amazon Kindle, Apple iBooks, Barnes & Noble, Smashwords, or AboutTruckDriving.com.
Trucking Life: An Entertaining, Yet Informative Guide To Becoming And Being A Truck Driver sales page
Questions about the ebook formats available? Check out the FAQ page.
Links in the feedback section:
FastDude72 left an iTunes review. Thanks dude!
Greg @RiverRatWA57 shares a beloved gadget he uses to help slide trailer tandems.
Daniel S. Bridger enjoyed TD120: Winter Driving Tips From An Alaskan Trucker and linked to it on his blog.
Renae listened to TD75: Who's A Trucker? and has thoughts about being called a steering wheel holder, while I defend our European brothers.
Anonymous driver #1 listened to TD95: 4 Reasons That Trucker Might Be Tailgating You and shares a tip to help pass other truckers.
Anonymous driver #2 also learned a few things from TD119: Winter Truck Driving Tips From An Alaskan Trucker and he also shares my pain of pooping in a bag. See now why he wanted to be anonymous? He also has a question about his malfunctioning CB. I'm stupid about this stuff, but maybe you have a suggestion for him? Let me know at TruckerDump@gmail.com.
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Ever wonder how truckers stay in shape out on the road? Well, truth be told most of them don't. But Jeremy wrote in asking how it's done. He's curious because he's thinking about truck driving as a career and doesn't want to let himself go. He asked me a bunch of questions about truckers and exercise and I do my best to answer him.
Links in the intro:
TD119: Winter Driving Tips With An Alaskan Trucker was the last show. If you missed it, go back and check it out. It's got some great tips for driving in the snow and ice!
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If you're a trucker who likes discussing Apple products and services, please consider joining the iTruckers Slack group by downloading the free Slack app and requesting an invite at iTruckers@iCloud.com.
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The Trucker Dump podcast was named in not one, but TWO lists of best trucking podcasts to listen to. Thanks to both!
Trucking Podcasts: Better Than the Radio from AllTruckJobs.com
Best Trucking Podcasts to Follow from Kabbage
I added a nice list of APU Weight Exemptions By State to my blog post courtesy of TrackYourTruck.com.
Special segment from Randy Byers, Executive Director of Shelly Truck Driving School in York, PA entitled Producing A Confident Truck Driver With A Driving Simulator. There is a video to watch too!
I have a few comments on a TruckersReport.com article called Watchdog Group: Get Uber Self-Driving Trucks Off The Road.
I also comment on Judge Increases Walmart Driver Payout To Over $60 Million which also comes from TruckersReport.com.
Believe it or not, a Personal Injury Law firm called Craig, Kelly, and Faultless LLC are trying to raise awareness of the challenges of driving around tractor trailers with a special website. But this time they're on our side! Yay!
BeSpecular is a free Android and iOS app I've been using to help blind people see. It makes me feel all warm and fuzzy inside. I heard about it from the Nosillacast podcast.
Links in the blog post:
Follow me on Twitter
Trucking Life on Kindle
TD81: How To Do A Full-Body Workout Inside The Cab Of A Semi
HIIT (High-Intensity Interval Training)
Crossfit
StayFit fitness from TA and Petro. Check out the map with all the locations.
Links in the feedback:
Krys bought Trucking Life and wrote in to thank me for it. I find out she's an author too. Check out her role-playing game book called Scrolls of Destiny.
Scoobie tweeted me to bring a funny video to my attention. Brad James sings a song to the tune of Sittin' On The Dock Of The Bay, called Detention (You Ordered It, You Unload It). Every trucker will totally relate. LOL
Zachary writes in to find out the real rules about pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
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If you could get winter truck driving tips from anyone, who would it be? How about someone who drives a 155,000-pound,12-axle tractor trailer on mountainous, snow-packed, two-lane roads nearly every day? Well, I found such a person. Even better, I commenced to bribe, cajole, and generally badger him into coming onto the Trucker Dump podcast to share his experience with you. I may have even threatened to set bear traps for his dogs. Don't judge. Gotta do whatcha gotta do.
Kevin Lowery has been driving big rigs in Alaska for 23 years of his 28-year career and he's learned a thing or two about getting around in the snow and dealing with extreme cold temperatures. In today's podcast, we discuss how to get your rig and yourself ready for winter, how to keep from having maintenance issues, and what to do if you have them anyway.
We also talk about the best heater settings to use, how to drive on the snow, and how to keep from getting stuck when you park for the night. Lastly, we talk about how to install tire chains properly and when you should and shouldn't use them.
Lastly, we talk about the Ice Road Truckers show and what most Alaskan truckers think of it. And be sure to stick around for the after show to hear a few minutes of us joking around after we were done recording the interview. It's quite funny!
Links mentioned in the podcast:
Here is the PDF of Winter Driving Heater Settings we talked about. Download it for free and keep a copy handy for the next time the weather turns nasty.
Windshield Washer Fluid Booster De-icer Additive
Windshield spray de-icer
Slushbuster Winter De-icing Strips
Diesel Air Brake Antifreeze and Conditioner
According to Kevin, this tire chain installation video is the best one he could find. It covers many different kinds of chains… and no stupid bungee cords!
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I have two topics for you today. First is a review of the AeroPress coffee maker and then I ponder how much luck has a part in keeping a safe driving record. I also discuss the often false advertising of the term "Million Miler."
Links mentioned in the podcast:
TD78: A Trucker's Thanksgiving was my last Thanksgiving-themed podcast. It is also one of my favorite podcast episodes. The snark meter goes off the charts!
I reluctantly discuss the 2016 presidential election and the results. Yeesh. What a mess.
Since the election was so depressing in general, I went over to Singsnap.com and recorded a few songs. Have at it if you want to hear me butcher some perfectly good songs.
I came across another idiot truck driver recently. I tell the story and mention TD66: Trucker's Go Turtle Racing.
Scalebuster is a new app that tells you if the scales are open. You can also report any surprise inspections you run across.
The new myPilot app has a couple of cool features but one of them doesn't always work.
I did a review of the AeroPress coffee maker. It will probably help if you watch the short AeroPress video first.
AeroPress store locator and authorized seller list.
I asked you guys to weigh in on me starting a Facebook page. I share the results and mention Buck from The Trucking Podcast along the way.
I started a new Slack group for Trucker Dump listeners! Request an invite by emailing me at TruckerDump@gmail.com with the subject line: Slack.
Of course, the iTruckers Slack group is still as active as ever too. It's more for truckers who are Apple enthusiasts. Request an invite by emailing Trucker Bob at iTruckers@iCloud.com. And thanks to Shannon who is @holden657 on Twitter for drawing in a few more members by promoting the iTruckers Slack group on the Today in iOS podcast.
See a photo of the minor damage I caused to another truck.
I mention my two podcasts about truck driver complacency, TD97: A Trucker's Worst Nemesis: Complacency and TD104: Complacency Strikes.
The Evil Overlord gets another mention. This time it's because of the way she drives in parking lots.
If you've truly never had a driving accident or incident of any kind, I'd love to hear from you. Email me at TruckerDump@gmail.com.
I tell a story from my book, Trucking Life: An Entertaining, Yet Informative Guide To Becoming And Being A Truck Driver, about preventable/nonpreventable accidents. I include an excerpt from the book.
In the feedback section:
Jagdeep Singh asks about starting a trucking career and Chad Case asks whether he should keep driving local or go over-the-road.
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Welcome to the third installment of Hell Week. If you want to get caught up with the previous two, check out the links below. Hell Week is what I call a bad week of trucking. I'm sure it's no comparison to the Marine's Hell Week, but I'm a giant wuss so this is as close as I will ever get.
You can find this blog post here.
Links mentioned in the opening:
I'm still looking for an Owner/Operator who would be willing to install the Wheel-Check product and do a short audio or text review. Contact me at TruckerDump@gmail.com.
If you like discussing your Apple products and services, send an email to iTruckers@iCloud.com to request an invitation.
Despite my hatred of Facebook, I'm considering starting a Trucker Dump Facebook page. If you'd be interested in something like that, please email me at TruckerDump@gmail.com. If I don't hear from a lot of you, I ain't-a-gonna-do-it.
I got three new iTunes reviews recently, courtesy of Clive Hammett @Clive_Hammett, Kevin Thompson Sr. @KevinThompsonS1, and Kenneth Summerlin. Thanks guys!
I also received a new Amazon review from Geek Dad's Computer Service for my ebook: Trucking Life: An Entertaining, Yet Informative Guide To Becoming And Being A Truck Driver. Most excellent!
Some listeners/readers have asked about supporting the podcast/blog without buying the book so I have set up a way to donate your moolah through PayPal. Not necessary, but there it is if you want to throw your money at me.
I also share a couple of funny stories about my nephew Jared learning to drive and our cat's iPhone addiction.
I saw a funny sign at a shipper down on the Mexican border.
Listener Steven Gorman (who co-hosted TD111: Improving Our Reputation As Truckers) and his wife Shannon had a baby girl named Aubree Lin on September 10. Congratulations!
Links mentioned in the blog post section:
TD26: Hell Week
TD71: Hell Week Part 2: The Sequel
Listen to TD110: Jabbering With Jared to hear my nephew Jared tell you how bad I am at first-person shooter video games.
Documentaries on Netflix called, Winston Churchill: Walking with Destiny and World War II in Colour.
TD116: Diabetes and Truckers
I started watching Gotham on Netflix.
Photos of Texas Canyon rest area on I-10, near Benson, Arizona.
I missed meeting listener Shannon Holden @holden657 by a hair.
Colorado chain law
The Evil Overlord has chosen her gun. It has a friggin' laser. Seriously. When she told me on the phone, she screamed, "ARMING THE LASER!!!!!"
YouTube clip from Diehard.
Links mentioned in the feedback section:
Gregory read TD91: Bungling The 34-Hour Rule wrote in to thank me for writing the Trucker Dump blog.
Clint Shine is an old friend of mine who I hung out with in my 20's. He wrote in wondering if I was the same dude he thought I was. He's a truck driver now too!
Brian from Australia sent a video of The World's Longest Truck Road Train. Cool stuff!
Bird Dog listened to TD75: Who's A Trucker? and has his opinion on it.
Lastly, Jack listened to TD95: 4 Reasons That Trucker Might Be Tailgating You and gives me a good scolding. Of course, I respond in kind.
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Today we have a guest post that originally posted on The Diabetes Council website. Whether you are a trucker dealing with diabetes, a potential trucker wondering if you can drive a truck with the disease, or someone who simply has a major sweet tooth, "Commercial Truck Driving and Diabetes: Everything You Need To Know" has something for you.
Links mentioned in the intro:
I got to meet Buck Ballard from The Trucking Podcast in person! And of course, the Internet rule says that it didn't happen if there aren't pictures.
The folks over at RoadPro are giving away prizes every day of September for National Truck Driver Appreciation Week. Click here to enter the contest!
I'm looking for an Owner/Operator who would be willing to test a product called Wheel-Check for me and do a short audio review (3 minutes or less). Drop me an email at TruckerDump@gmail.com and I'll have them shipped to you ASAP.
Warren wrote in telling me he couldn't download the songs that I use for the intro/outro of the podcast. I fixed it so now you can download both songs by Walking On Einstein for free!
Bummer. I lost a paycheck from writing for TruckerMagazine.com. Listen to find out why.
If you love your Apple products/services and want to discuss them with likeminded people, join me in the iTruckers Slack group. Just download the free Slack app and email iTruckers@iCloud.com for an invitation to join.
The Trucker Dump podcast got mentioned over at Truckersnews.com in an article called, Podcasts May Be The Perfect On-The-Road Entertainment. Thanks for the inclusion!
Trucker Dump podcast is now available on Google Play, if that's how you roll.
OverdriveOnline.com reported a story called, Love's fuel-hauling fleet awards drivers with $3.4 million in safety bonuses, which is about a cool safety program from Gemini Motor Transport.
If case you haven't heard, I wrote an ebook called, Trucking Life: An Entertaining, Yet Informative Guide To Becoming And Being A Truck Driver. It even includes a link to a free 9.25-hour audiobook version! Available anywhere you buy ebooks.
Steven sent in an audio review of Trucking Life. You might remember him as my co-host from TD111: Improving Our Reputation As Truckers. Thanks Steven!
Links mentioned in the main post:
Elisabeth Weaver (Almekinder) from The Diabetes Council wrote today's article, called Commercial Truck Driving and Diabetes: Everything You Need To Know and her coworker Holly Kim reads it for us.
Driver's license Laws by state from the American Diabetes Association website.
Read or download the 12-page Federal Diabetes Exemption Program packet (PDF) from the FMCSA website.
Check out the FMCSA website to find a certified DOT doctor near you on the National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners.
A whole Pinterest page devoted to exercise routines for truck drivers.
Map of clinic locations from Team CME.
Links mentioned in the feedback section:
Long duck writes in again. In case you're wondering what kind of a name Long Duck is, he's named after the guy from Sixteen Candles. Long story. He seems a bit confused today, but he has a comment after hearing the conversation I had with my nephew in TD110: Jabbering With Jared. He also talks about parking lot poop (yes really) and the "tools" (weapons) he keeps in his truck. He finishes up with his comment about TD112: Truckers Can't Read.
David writes in after listening to either TD97: A Trucker's Worst Nemesis: Complacency or TD104: Complacency Strikes with a great story of his own complacency. And he somehow manages to expertly tie it in with Looney Tunes cartoons and an Eagles song. Nicely done, David!
Well, it looks like Bryce succumbed to my constant badgering about wanting audio comments from listeners. After hearing it, I'm convinced he's a glutton for punishment, possibly caused by huffing too many diesel exhaust fumes. ;-) Thanks, Bryce. Keep on huffin'!
New listener Andrew writes after listening to TD99: Four Ways To Be An Awesome Trucker to tease me about wearing sweat pants and the frequency of the podcast. He also listened to TD33: Automatic Or Manual Truck Transmission and relays his experience.
Here's another reminder that I'm still looking for questions and comments about exercising on the road for an upcoming podcast on the subject. Send your thoughts to TruckerDump@gmail.com.
I'm also looking for more stories about YOUR evil overlord. If your spouse has done something that MY Evil Overlord would approve of, please send it in, preferably in audio form. 2-3 minutes max and send it to TruckerDump@gmail.com. Looking forward to hearing the adventures of your evil overlord!
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In today's podcast, I review the weBoost Drive 4G-X OTR cell signal booster from Wilson Electronics.
Links in the podcast:
Check out my new ebook/audiobook called Trucking Life and get some free samples of both the audio and text versions.
@Holden657 was kind enough to leave reviews of Trucking Life on both Amazon and the iBooks Store.
35-year driver Daniel S. Bridger reviewed Trucking Life on his Trucking Blog.
Todd Dills from OverdriveOnline.com also wrote an excellent review of Trucking Life.
Youssef from KnowTrucking.com wrote in to tell us about their free practice CDL tests.
Billy from Trutrux told us about his new website that sells truck, ATV, boat, camping, outdoor gear & cool stuff.
I mention shows I've been watching, including Arrow, Flash, Agents of Shield, and Downton Abbey, which is sort of a spin-off of the movie, Gosford Park.
Non-trucker Jeremy wrote in to ask about exercise as a trucker. I put him off so I could do a whole podcast about it. I mentioned my workout video calledTD81: How To Do A Full-Body Workout Inside The Cab Of A Semi. Please send in your questions and suggestions for this future podcast by sending them to TruckerDump@gmail.com.
If you're an Apple-loving tech junkie, please consider joining the iTruckers Slack group by sending an email to iTruckers@iCloud.com.
Photos in the article can be found on the website.
Wilson Electronics are the makers of the new weBoost Drive 4G-X OTR cell signal booster.
Buy an antenna mount for a Freightliner Cascade (not an affiliate link).
You can buy a hardwire kit for your weBoost Drive 4G-X OTR from Wilson Electronics.
26-second video of my 10-year-old nephew Joel freaking out while driving a switchback in my 18-wheeler.
John of The John And Jade Show did an excellent video review of the weBoost Drive 4G-X OTR, including an installation guide and lots of geeky signal strength testing. Nerds UNITE!
In the feedback section:
Intermission music by The Offspring
George sent another audio clip, but I'm not going to play it because I'm going to do a whole podcast about it later on. Sorry George!
Steve from TommyJohn.com listened to TD93: The Driver's Seat Phenomenon and wrote in to talk about a sensitive subject… underwear!
Long Duck writes in to talk about his Sonar elogs, lane preference, and he gloats a bit because he's figured out who I work for. In the meantime, I wonder why anyone even cares.
David listened to TD56: Funkin' Trucking' and believes that driver funk is directly related to driver fatigue. He also gives us a tip on removing ice from your wipers while driving. This prompts me to mention listener Greg's recommendation of the Slushbuster back in TD110: Jabbering With Jared. He also admits to being a solar driver which I discussed way back in TD53:Lunar Driving As A Trucker. Along the way, David mentions the 48 Days Podcast from Dan Miller.
Bryce read TD100: What Makes The Evil Overlord Evil? and tells a funny story about his own Evil Overlord.
If you've got your own story about your wife being slightly evil, write in to TruckerDump@gmail.com and tell the story.
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You're thinking that the title of this podcast makes the topic clear… but you'd be as wrong as a 2nd grader taking a physics test. Nope, this podcast is not about the book. It's about the making of the book. I do describe the book a bit, but I pointed everyone to the Trucking Life sales page for all the gory details.
Links mentioned in the show:
I mention the latest articles I wrote for TruckerMagazine.com.
If you're a trucker who's also an Apple-junkie, you should definitely join the iTruckers Slack group by requesting an invite at iTruckers@iCloud.com.
Jim Sweeney from the Adcom Group wrote in to tell us about the annual Make-A-Wish Mother's Day Truck Convoy that takes place on May 8, 2016.
Jeff Bayless from The Successful Trucker website asked me for some help, but since I couldn't really help him with what he wanted, I guess he'll have to settle for this lame plug.
Get sick a lot on the road? Maybe you should check out this 24/7/365 Telemedicine service that Sheldon from Concierge Benefit Services brought to our attention. Or you can call him at 813-643-3630.
You know you want to check out the Trucking life sales page, where you can get free samples of both the text and audio versions.
What the heck is an ISBN?
Smashwords can help you publish your ebook.
I used a Mac app called Audiobook Builder to make my audiobook.
Buy the book from Amazon Kindle
Buy the book from Apple iBooks
Buy the book from Barnes & Noble
Buy the book from Smashwords
Be sure you READ THE WARNING about the size of the audiobook (in the book's Appendix) before you try to download it on your phone.
In the feedback section:
Tommy writes in to thank me for the Trucker Dump podcast/blog, but it's not for the reason you might be thinking…
He mentions my podcasts about driver complacency and tells us his own funny complacency story. TD97: A Trucker's Worst Nemesis: Complacency or TD104: Complacency Strikes
Greg heard TD109: Coping With Rookie Truckers and sent an audio comment sharing one of his stories about dealing with a rookie driver.
Nath wrote in after reading TD33: Automatic Or Manual Truck Transmission and gives his opinion of automatic transmissions.
New listener George sent in an audio comment after hearing TD104: Complacency Strikes. He loves driving reefer and wants to know why I prefer dry vans. I give him the worst answer ever given to anyone.
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Well, I came up blank for a topic this time, so that's bad. What's good is it means that it's a perfect time to catch up on all the feedback from you guys (and gals). But before we get to the feedback, I ramble on about boring stuff like I usually do.
Topics and links mentioned in the podcast:
I was a guest on The Trucking Podcast. We had a blast talking about all kinds of stuff, so please check it out. Look for episode 108.
Who doesn't like to hear about another person's aches and pains? No one… right? Right? Tough noogies. I open the show with my kidney stone woes. Good times.
More in the complaint department, I whine a bit about the crappy Internet at my new home.
Of course, everyone loves to hear a trucker bitch about trying to get home. Well I don't disappoint with the story of my emotional rollercoaster ride trying to get home for Christmas.
I'm also looking for listener's input on whether being called a "Trucker Dumper" is insulting or just plain funny. I ask because Buck and Don over at The Trucking Podcast are having a heck of time finding a name for their audience that doesn't piss someone off.
Listener Trucker Bob and I recently announced a new Slack community called iTruckers. It's basically a place for Apple fanboys (or fangirls) to get together online to talk about their love of Apple gear and services.
So if you're a trucker who owns an iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Mac, iPod, or maybe you want to own one or have questions about them, please click the link to read about joining the iTruckers Slack group. Or you can email Trucker Bob directly at iTruckers@iCloud.com to receive an invite. Truckers or related fields only please!
I mention current iTruckers members @holden657, @darkstaff, and @driverchrismc.
In the Feedback section:
Greg @riverratwa57 sends another audio comment about how he stays safe in the truck. He mentions his wife carries a lipstick body guard and a flashlight stun gun with spikes. Ouch!
If you're interested, I shared my thoughts about carrying weapons in the truck back in TD110: Jabbering With Jared.
Lester @amishtrucker shares a quick thought about the stuff I talk about on the podcast.
Long Duck @longduck71 listened to TD108: 4 Reasons Truckers Get The Hazmat Endorsement and disagrees.
Denver left a comment on my Jobshadow.com interview asking for some general advice on getting into trucking. If you don't want to read the article, I turned it into a podcast in TD102: What's It Like To Be A Trucker?
Another audio comment from Greg @riverratwa57 discusses technology in trucking and I out The Evil Overlord as being horrible with location awareness. I also share my skepticism about dash cameras. What's your experience with dash cams? Write in or send an audio comment on the subject to TruckerDump@gmail.com.
An anonymous emailer read TD57: Really? A Good Dispatcher? and leaves a smart aleck remark. Because that's what annoying people do.
Chib is a non-trucker who listened to TD95: 4 Reasons That Trucker Might Be Tailgating You and had a few thoughts to share about why I'm wrong. I also point him to TD66: Truckers Go Turtle Racing to prove to him I'm not part of the problem with slow truckers trying to pass other slow trucks.
Vic writes in to try to enter the Trucker Country CD giveaway courtesy of Eric McMann @erichmcmann, but he was a bit too late. He did suggest some future topics and according to his email, he's probably a trucker by now. Yeah!
Ken listened to TD109: Coping With Rookie Truckers, but it was talking about electronic logs in the feedback section that prompted him to weave a tale about a trucker and big brother.
Long Duck @longduck71 tells a tale of his truck breaking down and he talks about blind side backing.
Isaac works for an insurance company and read either TD97: A Trucker's Worst Nemesis: Complacency or TD104: Complacency Strikes and asked three questions to get a better understanding of the trucking world.
The R & J Trucker Blog was kind enough to include Trucker Dump in their list of 10 Trucking Blogs Every New Trucker Should Read.
Roger hops on board with his pet peeve about 4-wheelers.
Lastly, J went for a new world record for shortest Trucker Dump comment. He wins.
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In this episode of the world famous Trucker Dump podcast, I tell about a couple of incidents that convinced me that truckers simply can't read. Have a listen and tell me about your experiences. I close the episode with a retelling of "Twas The Night Before Christmas: Trucker Style." One listener said she'll never look at Christmas the same. LOL
Links mentioned in the podcast:
A photo of my new house!
Shaun from PowerTrainHorns.com made an infographic out of TD95: 4 Reasons That Trucker Might Be Tailgating You
The folks at Fleetmover.com put the Trucker Dump podcast on their "Best Trucking (and Non-Trucking Podcasts To Listen To On The Road." Sweet!
I list some of the articles that are in the TruckerMagazine.com that I have been writing for. Check it out.
Buck and Don from The Trucking Podcast have been riding me pretty hard (in good fun) about me wearing sweat pants at work. Buck wrote an article called 5 Acceptable Places To Wear Sweat Pants. Have a read and let me know what you think about truckers and sweats.
Erich McMann has a new Christmas song called, Santa Was A Trucker. Check out the video here.
The FMCSA misspelled the word "to" on their website. What makes it ironic is the misspelled word is on the page about truckers being required to be able to read and speak English. LOL
I don't mention this on the podcast, but I link to TD67: The Road To Smutville in the blog post.
I bring out all the stops with two Dr. Who references in one podcast: Daleks and the Tardis. Look at me go!
As so often happens, I mention three listeners today; Greg @RiverRatWA57, Long Duck @LongDuck71, and Chris @DriverChrisMc.
Electronic logs are being forced on all truckers
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In today's show, guest co-host and fellow trucker Steven Gorman sits in as we discuss ways to improve the reputation we truckers have. I also have a couple of corrections to make and I go off on a rant about a run-in I had with a bonehead trucker.
Links mentioned in the podcast:
@MikeTheDriver got me started on a rant with a tweet about a slow driver.
Stevens Transport
Steven mentions the Smith System, which is a driving safety method for truckers.
Correction from last week, Clive Hammett's Twitter name is @Clive_Hammett.
Steven showed me a photo of his "Apple" watch. LOL
We discuss the Slushbuster product again that Greg introduced us to on the last episode. Greg is @RiverRatWA57 on Twitter.
Pat Smith @PatSmithF1 wrote me to point out another windshield wiper device called the Wiper Shaker. Here is a video about it.
I mention the podcast/blog post called, "TD95: 4 Reasons That Trucker Might Be Tailgating You."
I was interviewed by Noah Davis for an article on Road & Track called "A Trucker Explains Your Worst Driving Habits."
I have been writing articles for TruckerMagazine.com.
In the feedback section:
Greg @RiverRatWA57 sends an audio comment about yet another fuel bay incident.
Long Duck tell us about a fuel bay showdown with another driver.
Shannon @Holden657 gives his audio feedback about the podcast in general.
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Welcome to the first interview I've done on Trucker Dump. I recently had my nephew out on the road with me and I forced him to talk with me about it afterward. I hope you have as much fun listening to it as we had recording it.
Links mentioned in the podcast:
Erich McMann's new video for the song Trucker Country
I've been doing some writing for TruckerMagazine.com for the last few months. Check it out!
Check out the new AboutTruckDriving.com header and the new Trucker Dump logo and header
A much younger Jared shows off his Gangnam Style dance moves while The Evil Overlord and I guffaw in the background.
Pictures from being on the road with Jared
In the Feedback section:
Clive @trucktrekker give us an Apple Watch tip
Ken has a comment about TD107: The Fuel Bay Golden Rule
I mention my Google+ page, which I'm rarely on.
Greg @RiverRatWA57 sends an audio comment about his fuel bay experiences and tells us about a cool product called the Slushbuster. He also asks my opinion about carrying weapons in the truck.
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We truckers encounter rookie drivers all the time. The question today is how you handle these situations. I tell you two stories that happened to me recently that may open your eyes a bit. Or you can ignore them and continue to be a jerk face. Your choice.
Links mentioned in the podcast:
Check out fiverr.com for all your little needs. I'm betting someone over there can help you for $5.
The Trucker Country CD by Erich McMann winners are SFC Sapper, Kevin I., and Eric M. Check out the 5:25 min video showing how I chose the winners using Random.org, a random number generator.
If you didn't win you can always find out more about the Trucker Country CD on Facebook, the iTunes Store, or Google Play. And don't forget to follow him on Twitter.
Short clip of Austin Powers in his cart. LOL
In the feedback section:
Brian from Australia chews me out about being lazy
Long Duck is back after listening to TD96: The Feedback Show, but before that he totally grosses us all out.
Finally, Justin shares his thoughts on TD106: How Will Amnesty Affect The Trucking Industry. And he does it in our favorite form; a rant.
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I've heard a buttload of drivers say that it's not worth it anymore to go through the hassle of getting your Hazmat Endorsement. So is that true? Well, perhaps there are some good reasons. Hit the Play button to see if you're screwing up by not having it.
Links mentioned in the podcast:
This is the last announcement for the Trucker Country CD by Erich McMcann. Enter to win 1 of 3 free copies by sending an email to TruckerDump@gmail.com with the subject line: Trucker Music. I DO NOT need your physical address at this time.
Freightliner's new Inspiration is the first licensed autonomous big rig in the U.S. Link includes a video demonstration.
The Trucking Podcast with Buck and Don is a great podcast that covers trucking and non-trucking stuff. This father-son duo have a lot of laughs, so if you aren't listening yet, click the link and start doing so.
How to get your Hazmat Endorsement and what the fees cover.
I do a brief Ace Ventura imitation… really poorly.
Missouri is the Show Me state
If you don't know what a hazmat placard is, well… you will in a second.
In the feedback section:
After much knashing of teeth and numerous recording devices, Greg sends in an audio clip about super truckers. Afterward, I wonder if other drivers consider me a super trucker due to the way I drive on snow-packed roads.
Michael Jackson (no, not that one… he's dead) listened to TD97: A Trucker's Worst Nemisis: Complacency and TD104: Complacency Strikes and writes in to tell us about his squirrely truck.
And lastly, 19-year veteran trucker Sam writes in and we have a discussion about driver complacency, driving in the oil fields, and going the speed limit. Afterward I start whining about how much work it takes to do this podcast. Surprise, surprise.
Sam also makes fun of my singing, so I point to a video of a much-younger me rocking some Led Zeppelin (WARNING: Explicit language) and some more recent (and much worse) singing I've done over at SingSnap.com
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In today's episode, we'll take a look at the do's and don't of fuel bay etiquette. In other words, all you truckers need to listen to this so I will never have to be pissed off about it again. So get on with it.
Links mentioned in the podcast:
LoadingSpot.com is a free website and app that can help truckers find information about shippers/receivers.
I did a short interview over at TruckersTraining.com
Need to get a quick DOT physical? Check out CVS's Minute Clinic
Check out this Kickstarter for Advicy Drive, which is a new device to keep drivers from falling asleep at the wheel.
Enter to win a free CD of Trucker Country by Erich McMann or simply send an email to TruckerDump@gmail.com with the subject line: Trucker Music
The Golden Rule
I mention old blog posts called TD3: What The Heck Has Happened To Common Courtesy? and TD66: Truckers Go Turtle Racing.
In the feedback section we hear from:
Dave is binge listening to all the past episodes and has comments on multiple episodes. He also mentions Dan Miller and his 48days program.
Steven says my voice reminds him of someone. I'm not exactly flattered. Here's YouTube clips of the guy in Wreck-It-Ralph and Talladega Nights.
The Trucking Podcast is a great weekly podcast for truckers. Sometimes twice each week!
A guy calling himself Long Duck (yes, really) writes in with his comments about the two episodes on driver complacency; TD97: A Trucker's Worst Nemesis: Complacency and TD104: Complacency Strikes.
Jed the Safety Guy, writes in to ask a question about TD101: Stupid Rules That Truckers Tolerate.
You can email your comments, suggestions, questions, or insults to TruckerDump@gmail.com
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In today's episode, I show you what an idiot I am by commenting on a political subject: Amnesty for illegal immigrants. More importantly, I share my thoughts about how 11 million new American citizens will affect the trucking industry.
I'm also pleased to announce that Erich McMann agreed to let me give away three copies of his new CD called Trucker Country. Just email me at TruckerDump@gmail.com and put the words "Trucker Music" in the Subject field. I'll do a random drawing and announce the winners on a future show. And be sure to Like him on Facebook and check out his music video on YouTube.
Links mentioned in the show:
BigTruckGuide.com when you need to know axle weights in a particular state.
Monogahela Misfit talks about an app/web service that helps truckers called Loading Spot.
A new iPhone app called StayAtHand can help truckers find hotels with truck parking.
If you haven't heard what's going on with the new amnesty laws, check out this New York Times article.
An article on other country's immigration laws.
If you're unfamiliar with Pavlov's dogs, check this out.
In the feedback section:
Ken writes in with a funny one-liner.
David writes in with an idea about how to let drivers drive a little bit over their legal driving time. I'm mean and slash it apart. ;-)
Toby (@truck_writer) points us to a hilarious list called, 15 Dumbest Patients Ever.
Simon writes in from Ireland with some pictures of the tiny roads he drives on everyday. I throw a couple of pictures of America's back roads in for comparison. See the pictures here.
You can email your comments, suggestions, questions, or insults to TruckerDump@gmail.com
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How's that for a title? Yes, you read that correctly. Today we discuss 4 reasons truckers don't have butts. We also discuss butts in general and I provide yet another example of why The Evil Overlord (the wife and ex-codriver) is truly evil. And yes, even that has to do with butts. Links listed in this episode are:
The Trucking Podcast with Buck Ballard and Don the Beer Guy
Erich McMann's trucking music video
BigTruckGuide.com for axle weights and bridge laws
LoadingSpot.com is a website where truckers can rate shippers and receivers. Check it out!
Carl Reiner's poem, "Ode to the Buttocks Bountiful"
Learn about DEF (Diesel Exhaust Fluid)
Learn about APUs (Auxiliary Power Units)
In the feedback section:
Dave is slightly pissed about TD44: The Split, yet he still somehow manages to cram my workout videos and Bugs Bunny into his email.
Andrew listened to TD57: Really? A Good Dispatcher? and writes in complaining about his crappy dispatcher. He also needs my help killing him.
I mention two guest posters who weren't afraid to record their voice for the podcast. Kevin McKague encouraged us truckers to get off our lazy butts when he recorded TD88: You Can't See America From The Trucker's Lounge, while Englishman Sam Fisher added some class to the podcast by recording TD87: Five Tips For Sleeping Near A Busy Road in his awesome Yorkshire accent.
You can email your comments, suggestions, questions, or insults to TruckerDump@gmail.com
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Back in TD97: A Trucker's Worst Nemesis: Complacency, I talked about something bad that almost happened. Well, apparently I didn't learn my lesson because this time a bad thing did happen… twice. I also deliver some lame excuses for it being six months since the last podcast.
Links in the podcast:
The Evil Overlord (wife and ex-codriver) recently had neck surgery. Check out the photos of the X-ray and her neck scar.
The Trucker Dump podcast is now part of the lineup on BigRigRadio.com, an Australian-based 24/7 Internet radio station that focuses on the transportation and mining industries. Check it out!
@DriverChrisMC and his blog post about complacency
My failure in regards to I Thessalonians 5:18
My podcast/blog post about Sliding trailer tandems and bridge laws
The first of many podcast/blog post about electronic logbooks
IFTA (International Fuel Tax Agreement)
If you don't know who Lurch is, check out this video clip
My podcast/blog post called What Makes The Evil Overlord, Evil?
Dudes; check out Sport Clips for your next haircut
Photo of my trailer high-centered
Smith System 5 Keys to Safe Driving
Know what I mean, Vern?
Listener Buck writes in to comment about his love of flatbedding and I wonder why. His latest podcast is called The Trucking Podcast.
New listener Dave listened to TD41: Trucking In The Northeast and tells us a similar story.
Check out BigTruckGuide.com for a help figuring out stuff about truck weights, including each state's bridge laws.
New listener Paul writes in and tells us that big rigs didn't used to have front brakes and he points us to a cool video with a two-stroke diesel at a tractor pull. Saaaa-weeeeeet!
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Tired truckers. Yep. That's what people want to talk about when a truck driver crashes into, and injures a celebrity. So today we discuss whether all truckers are driving tired, and if they are, why are they? What makes truckers tired?
Links in todays show include:
My Twitter account @ToddMcCann
Rudolph Foods National Truck Driver Appreciation Week Contest info
Steve Jobs audiobook
Kevin McKague on Twitter, his blog about his bicycle adventures,, and his guest post on my site TD88: You Can't See America From The Trucker's Lounge.
The news story about of the Walmart truck/Tracy Morgan crash.
TD94: Understanding the New Hours-Of-Service Rules
QuizUp (the game I mention playing) My username is ToddMcCann if you care to challenge.
TD39: When Planners Don't
Map showing Mr. Roper's commute from Jonesboro, Georgia to Smyrna, Delaware.
An article that talks about Mr. Roper's commute.
In the feedback section we hear from @raysunshine77, Ken, and Greg about TD101: Stupid Rules That Truckers Tolerate
@raysunshine77 (Jean McHarry) also wrote a blog post for me called, TD68: This Is The Life. We All Have To Be Somewhere. This Is My Life.
Shannon Holden @holden657 writes in to tell us about BigRoad, which is an app he uses to track his hour recap.
Really gross sign in a truck stop bathroom (G Rated)
TD74: Doing Dallas
Top 10 Reasons For Parking In The Fuel Island
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In today's episode, I bring the interview I did over at JobShadow.com into the Trucker Dump. And so I don't sound like a lunatic asking myself questions, I recruited my friend @alanqbristol to act as the interviewer. This interview describes what trucking is really like and I've gotten a lot of good feedback from the readers over there. Case in point:
Kristine asks a question about women in trucking and team trucking in TD88: You Can't See America from the Trucker's Lounge and I follow up with her about the woman issue and we discuss pet and rider policies in TD89: Truckers with Sleep Apnea: How to Know If You Have It and What to Do About It.
From TD93: The Driver's Seat Phenomenon, Paul asks whether an old accident will keep him out of trucking, Frank asks for company recommendations, and Shelley asks about communicating from the truck and she wonders if she can really learn to drive a truck in 15 days.
In TD95: 4 Reasons That Trucker Might Be Tailgating You, CJ asks about having a felony and provides a couple of Web sites that list trucking companies who will hire felons.
In the current feedback section, Joseph asks about age limits, Scott questions whether he can be a trucker with a bad back, Karrie asks how to "shadow" a trucker, Emily just wants to pat us truckers on the back, Denver wonders if there are jobs for truckers who don't want to be away from home long, and Billy gives a stiff warning to people considering truck driving as a career. I also show you how whistling makes you cool. Uh huh.
Other links mentioned are @driverchrismc and his belittling me with his correction.
Lastly, Eric Blacker a.k.a. @darkstaff has started a new project called Trucker's Paradigm. In this audio clip, he's calling for trucking stories and you're a big, fat liar if you say you don't have at least one good one. Here's the email and the Facebook and Twitter links.
TruckersParadigm@gmail.com
https://www.facebook.com/TruckersParadigm
https://twitter.com/truckerparadigm
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In today's foray into the trucking world, we discuss stupid rules that shippers/receivers make to torment truckers. You'll learn what precautions these companies take to avoid accidents and I'll tear them into shreds for being too stinkin' paranoid. There are lots of fun links for you to click today. One you might even find yourself bookmarking. Well, if you're a dude anyway. LOL
Click here to see all the pictures I mention.
Photos provided by:
Eric Blacker; who is @darkstaff on Twitter and darkstaff on Flickr.
Hy Ryan from the Truckpreneur Web site.
The crashing forklift photo is uncredited. Could not find original photographer.
The ugly ones where done by me.
Federal Motor Carriers Safety Administration, or FMCSA
TD10: When Company Policy Overrides Common Sense
America's Funniest Home Videos
DOT (Department of Transportation) regulated rear bumper
These are chock blocks. As if you care.
TD11: The Insanity of Truck Idling Laws
For you youngsters, here's the hottie known as Daisy Duke.
My recent podcast/blog post about The Evil Overlord (my wife and ex co-driver) called TD100: What Makes The Evil Overlord… Evil?
The Flash (that's the superhero, not a pervert's action)
TD32: SLC to CYA explains ways for a trucker to cover their butt when it comes to loading.
In case you're too young to know what Jared before Subway means.
In the feedback section we hear from Jag who asks if an automatic or a manual transmission is more fuel efficient.
Mary read my JobShadow.com interview and has some concerns about how women are treated in a man-centric industry.
Greg writes in to add to the list of stuff that makes an awesome trucker. Love it!
And lastly, Ken writes in to share a little bit about his life as a trucker.
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Nearly every time I call my wife and ex-codriver "The Evil Overlord," someone accuses me of being an exaggerator. Well, this post ought to plug everyone's pieholes. Listen on to find out "What Makes The Evil Overlord… Evil?"
In the feedback section we talk about the likelihood of a new driver getting a truck with an automatic transmission and we discuss if their is any way to get around the DOT's rules about driving with a disability.
Links mentioned in the show:
TD99: 4 Ways to Be an Awesome Trucker
Trucking Santas
Check out some pictures of The Evil Overlord, the cooler lid that "accidentally" fell on my head, our incest cat Hammy, and a text message that proves The Evil Overlord is in fact, evil.
Videos and info for the movie Napoleon Dynamite and one of the characters named Lafawndah.
Insane Clown Posse T-shirt
In case you don't get the reference of "Say hello to my leeeetle friend!"
TD33: Automatic or Manual Truck Transmission?
And the 3 songs I referenced are:
All Out of Love by Air Supply
Tragedy by Bee Gees
Joanna by Kool & the Gang
The listeners I mention in the feedback section are:
Eric @darkstaff
Chris @DriverChrisMc
Shannon @holden657
Alan @alanqbristol
Here is the article about trucking with disabilities and the Job Accommodation Network (JAN), who might be able to help disabled drivers work with the DOT on getting a driving job.
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Here’s an idea. How about we all strive to be better truckers this year? Not only can we improve the reputation of the trucking industry as a whole, but maybe we can make the world a happier place too. Today we talk about 4 broad topics that we can all work on. And you'll want to pay close attention as I teach you how to brush your teeth. Seriously. Links mentioned in the show include:
Cool trucking stickers from Bruce Outridge Productions
Some cool facts about the human stomach
Article about the benefits of eliminating soda from your diet
The Gorilla Workout App I've been using
In case you're too young to know who Olive Oyl is
My workout videos TD81: How to Do a Full-Body Workout Inside the Cab of a Semi
Check out The Healthy Trucker Web site for all things trucker fitness
YouTube video of a worm inside someone's intestines. Ewwww!
A fun TED talk video on paper towel usage and a cool way to clean your hands (4:32)
Just in case you didn't pass your driver's exam when you were 16, here's what a 3-point turn looks like.
Proverbs 15:1
The wisdom of King Solomon
In the feedback section @DriverChrisMc sends us a link to his lengthy comment on TD97: A Trucker’s Worst Nemesis: Complacency.
John writes in saying he enjoyed reading TD33: Automatic or Manual Truck Transmission?, but he was really wanting some advice about getting into the trucking industry. I pointed him to my JobShadow.com interview.
WolverineTom read TD93: The Driver’s Seat Phenomenon and shares a quick story about taking his young son on the road.
JV tells us about his extremely practical use of TD81: Videos: How To Do a Full-Body Workout Inside the Cab of a Semi and Tom from the JESUS FREAK TRUCKER podcast says some kind words about the videos and the Trucker Dump podcast in general. Thanks Tom!
Steve writes in with some follow-up from TD94: Understanding the New Hours-of-Service (HOS) Rules about the special Texas HOS rules.
Jeff writes in with support for TD76: The Spitting “Christian” Zealot.
After reading TD27: Hauling Hazardous Materials, Marc has a question about his fire department's truck.
Lastly, Leona inquires if there is a Web site devoted to traveling and site-seeing in a big rig. I told her such a site didn't exist. At least me and my adventurous friend Kevin from 18 Wheels and a 12-Speed Bike haven't heard of it. If you have, write in and I'll pass the word along. But if you're in a car, RoadTrippers.com is a good one!
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Everyone is stressed during the holidays, but truckers have an extra set of issues to worry about. Find out what they are in today's podcast. Links mentioned in the podcast are:
Follow @DriverChrisMc on Twitter
TD35: No Guarantees in Trucking
A couple of short videos of my Roller Derby sister
Email me at TruckerDump@gmail.com
Picture of a tiny cut in an airline
Paul’s truck weights website
TD45: Riding Along With a Trucker
TD68: This Is the Life. We All Have to Be Somewhere. This Is My life.
Follow @raysunshine77 on Twitter
Follow new listener Shannon @holden657 on Twitter
We also talk about the Rudolph Foods promotion benefitting the Gridiron Greats Assistance Fund and the Trucking Santas organization again (links below).
Rudolph Foods links
Rudolph Foods
Gridiron Greats Assistance Fund
Rudolph Foods on Twitter
Rudolph Foods on Facebook
Rudolph Foods on Pinterest
Rudolph Foods on YouTube
Rudolph Foods on Instagram
Trucking Santas links
Trucking Santas website
Trucking Santas Facebook site
Follow Trucking Santas on Twitter
Current open wish lists
Go directly to the wish lists on Amazon
Donate directly via YouCaring.com
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This is a short one due to the fact that the subject matter is time sensitive. Learn how you can help those less fortunate at Christmas and improve the image of truckers at the same time. Hurry and listen now! You’ve only got until December 6! But hey, even if you’re listening to this long past then, go ahead and check it out. Trucking Santas does this every year, so just consider it an early jump on 2014… or 2015… or…
Check out the Trucking Santas website or their Facebook site to learn more about what Trucking Santas does. You can also follow Trucking Santas on Twitter to keep track of how things are progressing.
Please check out the people who benefit from Trucking Santas and the current open wish lists. Or you can also go directly to the wish lists on Amazon.
If you aren't much of a shopper, you can donate directly through YouCaring.com.
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A trucker’s greatest foe isn’t always someone else. Quite often, it’s our own arrogance. In today’s podcast, I tell a story about getting a new truck and how it (and possibly my complacency) nearly put me in a real jam.
In the introduction, I also talk about how you can win $1500 from Rudolph Foods. The first link is to the contest details and the rest are all related to the contest or Rudolph Foods. Rudolph Foods is not a sponsor
Rudolph Foods
Gridiron Greats Assistance Fund
Rudolph Foods on Twitter
Rudolph Foods on Facebook
Rudolph Foods on Pinterest
Rudolph Foods on YouTube
Rudolph Foods on Instagram
I also mention Allison Sheridan’s Nosillacast podcast and Dave Hamilton from the Mac Geek Gab podcast.
Here are the pictures that I mention.
In the feedback section, Valentin writes in with a cool product that can help you blindside back. We also hear from D.R. about TD77: Arguing E-logs and WolverineTom, who writes a funny comment about TD81, which was the one about my workout videos.
To finish up, J.D. has a few thoughts on TD92: Honor Among Truckers and Brent pipes in on TD94: Understanding the New HOS Rules.
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This show is all about you. I've gotten way more feedback than I can fit into future shows, so I've devoted this entire episode to getting your questions and comments answered. But just because there isn't any fresh and exciting new stuff from me doesn't mean that you can pass on this one. I've been known to goof when I answer these questions and I need you good folks to keep me in line. So snap-to and get ready to send in your corrections. The following links are referenced in the show:
TD63: E-logs: Do They Really Increase Driving Time?
TD58: How Much Is Too Much?
TD91: Bungling the 34-Hour Rule
TD90: The New Web Site Is Finally Here. Try Not to Pee Yourself.
TD18: Eddie Rabbitt Was Right
TD33: Automatic or Manual Truck Transmission?
TD66: Truckers Go Turtle Racing
TD95: 4 Reasons That Trucker Might Be Tailgating You
TD94: Understanding the New Hours-of-Service (HOS) Rules
TD88: You Can't See America from the Trucker's Lounge. A Guest Post by Kevin McKague
TD54: Truckers Get Lost: The Do's and Don'ts of Giving Directions
TD52: Non-Truckers: Don't Take It for Granted
VideoDashCam.com
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No one likes to see truckers tailgating cars; not even other truckers. But today I argue that there are times when a trucker has to tailgate. Find out what they are and learn a new phobia that I made up. There is also a reference to a short, but funny clip of The Big Bang Theory. I also refer to one of my favorite blog post/podcasts I've done called TD66: Truckers Go Turtle Racing.
In the feedback section we hear from CJ, who left a question over at my JobShadow.com interview about the chances of getting hired when you have a felony, and Gregory, who asks about running slow and steady versus hard and quick. That comment can be found at TD63: Do E-logs Really Increase Driving Time? And lastly, I point you to a comment that was a bit too racy for the podcast, but can be seen in the comment section of TD76: The Spitting "Christian" Zealot.
CJ was kind enough to provide two links to online forums that list trucking companies who are willing to hire felons.
http://www.lifeasatrucker.com/trucking-job-for-felons.html
http://www.smart-trucking-jobs.com/findatruckingjob.html
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There are three new Hours-of-Service rules that are going to hit truckers on July 1, 2013. Do you understand them? Well, I was lucky enough to be put on them a couple of weeks before the deadline (that's called sarcasm), so I can help you with that. There are some pictures of my e-log unit that you might want to look at to help you understand what the heck is going on. There are also references to two of my other podcasts/blog posts, TD91: Bungling the 34-Hour Rule and TD82: Are All These Changes Good for the Trucking Industry?
The intro and feedback section of this episode has been highjacked by Chris. He wrote in with not one, but two corrections and a comment on TD93: The Driver's Seat Phenomenon. You can check out his website and he's @DriverChrisMc on Twitter and AppDOTNet.
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Today's topic springs from something I mentioned in passing on the last podcast, called Honor Among Truckers. I've got some kind of weird fascination with understanding the obsession drivers have with their driver's seat. Since I'm so confused about this, I actually ask more questions than I provide answers. So have a listen and let me know why YOU spend so much time in the driver's seat. Also, since this subject is very broad, it's rather short. No worries though. I filled in the time with an extra long intro explaining why the podcast is out late. Because I know you were biting your nails about it and all. smirk
As for the feedback section, I jump over to JobShadow.com and answer a few questions from people who read my interview over there. And by the way, my commenters over there seem pretty happy with how helpful my interview was, so if you're interested in becoming a truck driver, click on the link above, have a read, and ask me any questions you might have, just as Paul, Frank, and Shelley did. Paul asks how an accident will affect his job prospects, Frank asks for company recommendations, and Shelley writes in with concerns about her ability to learn to drive a truck.
Other links mentioned in today's podcast are TD91 Bungling the 34-Hour Rule, Netflix, Playstation 3, and @darkstaff's Twitter page (for leaving a nice review of the show on iTunes).
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Ever heard of the concept of Honor Among Thieves? Well, there's something very similar in the trucking world. Today we discuss three specific areas where drivers trust each other beyond what common sense tells them they should. I also compare some 4-wheeler's driving to a scene from National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation. And I should warn you. Avoid this podcast at all costs if you don't want to hear me butcher a perfectly good Journey song.
In the intro, I tackle a couple of administrative details concerning the Web site and I correct a goof I made multiple times in the last podcast called, Bungling the 34-Hour Rule.
In the feedback section, Chris, Fargoguy, and smoothjazz share their thoughts on the blog post/podcasts called, The Spitting "Christian" Zealot, Arguing E-logs, and E-logs: Do They Really Increase Driving Time?
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In today's episode, we discuss how the new 34-hour rule will affect truck drivers when it rears it's butt-ugly head this coming July. Merged into this story is a mystery solved. What could possibly make me, possibly the least adventurous trucker in the world, take a 1.2 mile walk to take his first-ever ride on a city bus? Click the play button and find out. Also, in the introduction I address some technical issues that have been discovered since the launch of the podcast. We have feedback from Rodger and Bill and I do my best to imitate Steve Irwin and Arnold. People and things mentioned are:
@raysunshine77
@DriverChrisMc
@w9xxx
@kf7kwk
How to subscribe to the blog/podcast
Check out the Stitcher app
Check out the TuneIn Radio app
TD64: Truckers: Be Heard on the Proposed HOS Changes
The FMCSA website
The new Hours-Of-Service rules
TD82: Are All These Changes Good for the Trucking Industry?
Talent on Parade
@kylemccluer
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Dude; this is one weird podcast episode. At least it is if you're not listening to it shortly after it was released. If you're a latecomer, you'll be wondering what all this talk is about a new Web site and podcast. But whether you're a current listener or not, you'll still learn why it took so long to go live with the new Web site. You'll learn what is involved in producing these podcasts and you'll get a taste of what it's like to move from a free web host like Wordpress.com to a self-hosted one. Other links briefly mentioned are HostGator, Hover.com, my lame YouTube channel, a wicked-cool app called TextExpander, and WooThemes. I also mention the Free Stuff page on AboutTruckDriving.com.
In the feedback section, I discuss e-logs with an angry dude who calls himself angrytrucker and a reader named Charles, who I point to my blog post called, E-logs: Do They Really Increase Driving Time?
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Apparently, the FMCSA is considering making Sleep Apnea testing mandatory for overweight truckers. Since statistics say that 73% of truckers are overweight, this could definitely be a problem for drivers. Doug Thomas, a freelance writer for The CPAP Shop helps us understand what Sleep Apnea is. There are also references to Kevin McKague's new travel blog called, Kevin's Untitled Travel Blog.
As for feedback, Kevin points us to recent travels he's had at an abandoned turnpike and tunnel near Breezewood, PA and a bike ride to a New Hampshire beach, complete with Instagram pictures. Lisa writes in concerning The Spitting "Christian" Zealot podcast/blog and @DriverChrisMc writes in with an ever-so-mean slam about the Eddie Rabbitt Was Right podcast/blog. I retaliate by giving his blog a plug. That somehow doesn't seem fair. Lastly, I follow up with the last podcast's teaser concerning Kristine's comments on my JobShadow.com interview.
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This episode tackles the question, "Is trucking really an adventure?" As you'll hear, that largely depends on the person behind the wheel. Since I get out of the truck and go exploring about as often as a TV evangelist refuses money, I figured I'd get avid trucker/explorer, Kevin McKague, a.k.a @KevinofMI, to explain how he manages to see more than just asphalt when he's out on the road. And in a rare treat, you get to hear his voice instead of mine. He mentions AllTrails.com as an excellent source of information. He cites some trails he frequents, including the Western Maryland Rail Trail. And he talks about places he's visited, including links to Modern Woodmen Park, a minor league ball park in Iowa, and the Flight 93 National Memorial in Pennsylvania. Kevin is @KevinofMI on Twitter, and you can see his photos on Flickr, or on Instagram. Not long after he wrote this blog post, he also started a blog of his own, which is called Kevin's Untitled Travel Blog.
We've got a whopper of a feedback section today. I get a few comments from the regulars and I answer some questions Kristine asked over on the interview I did on JobShadow.com. We discuss many concerns women have about getting into the trucking industry, including loading and unloading issues, how women drivers are treated, and whether she should find a team driver to make more money.
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In today's episode, guest poster Sam Fisher, who works for Teletrac, a GPS Fleet Tracking Solution, gives us some helpful tips on how to get good rest while sleeping in your truck. And of course, I can't keep my ginormous trap shut so I weigh in with some advice of my own, including things The Evil Overlord (the wife/ex-codriver) does to make things more comfortable in the truck. I also provide proof that The Evil Overlord... actually is.
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Okay, this gets a bit weird. This is the first of a series of guest posts that I used to build the new Web site and podcast, which, if you're listening to this, is already up and running. In today's post, Noble McIntyre, an Oklahoma attorney, tells you why it's bad to run your truck when it's over the legal weight limit, and I pipe in afterward with some thoughts of my own. There are links to a How Stuff Works article entitled, "How truck weigh stations work?", information on pavement maintenance, and braking for semi trucks. In my portion, I mention the "Trucking in the Northeast" podcast/blog post and my Twitter friend, @DriverChrisMc.
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In today's episode, I put the word out to help out some Twitter friends who got in a pickle due to some medical issues. And I tell you why you should help Lou and Heather, a.k.a @trkrsvoice. Heather's blog post called "Your Back Doesn't Always Have Your Back" explains the situation more fully. Her Web site is The Trucker's Voice. Her YouTube channel and a funny video is mentioned and so is Trucking Santas, an organization that Heather and Lou started to help less fortunate families at Christmas. In association with Trucking Santas, they both work with the United Cerebral Palsy of Central Maryland. There is a reference to a fundraising site, but the time limit has expired. However, if you still want to help, you can donate using PayPal to trkrsvoice@gmail.com.
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This is another one that may not be relevant by the time you hear it as the applications for Payload were due on by May 18, 2012. I was simply putting the word out for truckers who might want to be on a TV show. But hey; once again, I know you won't want to miss out on my exquisite and charming humor. Yes? No? Anyway, the links to the Payload Web site that appear in the blog version are no longer relevant, so nothing to report there. In the intro though, I do rattle off a whole lot of stuff I've been up to. It may sound like a "look how great I am" beginning, but trust me, it's not. I thank Jason from TruckDriversNews.com for asking me to guest post for him. @Lisa_Nowak, who you heard all about on Episode 79 contacted me for some advice. I mention the interview I did on JobShadow.com and some of my articles being reposted on GoodMenProject.com.
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Today I briefly talk about why I don't leave my truck to go exploring very often. There is a reference to Jake's Famous Crawfish in Downtown Portland, Oregon though. Because it was just that awesome. But really today's episode makes me reach down inside myself to see if I have an artsy-fartsy side. So basically, this is here to get @darkstaff, @alanqbristol, and @DriverChrisMc to quit bugging me about never taking any pictures. But again, this is an audio podcast, so you'll have to go to the Web site to watch the video and see the pictures I took of Carhenge, which is America's piss-poor attempt to copy Stonehenge. All the pictures were taken and edited with the totally awesome Camera+ - tap tap tap">Camera+ app and the video was taken with a Flip Mino HD camera.
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In the feedback section I talk about you peeps leaving links within the comments section of the blog. This was brought on by commenter Sherry and the link she was referring to is an article called "HOS - They Must Think Drivers are Solar Powered."
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There are a lot of changes going on in the trucking industry right now. There are new Hours-of-Service rules lurking, new texting and cell phone laws, the CSA, and of course, the cursed electronic logs. So how are they going to affect things? I give my predictions in today's podcast, including saying something that just plain hurt to say out loud. I'd like to thank @TameraGeorge1 for sending me a link to an article that helped explain one of the new HOS rules. I also reference a story from my podcast/blog post called "The CSA (Crappy Sucky Administration).
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Okay. First, I'm guessing that you're wondering why anyone would want to work out inside their truck. All will be explained in the videos. Yes, I said videos. Two of them. You may have also noticed that this is an audio podcast. That means you'll have to go to AboutTruckDriving.com to watch both videos. Of course, they aren't going to do you a lick of good if all you do is look at them. There are also references to the FAIL Blog, the Men's Health article this workout is based on, and Dumbbell-Exercises.com, a site that shows how to do dumbbell exercises with proper form and technique. And for those of you afraid of burning your eyes out; no worries. I'm wearing a shirt throughout both videos. You are most welcome.
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Ho Ho Ho! Merry Christmas! Oh boy. After you listen to today's podcast, you'll likely never think of this classic verse in the same way again. My Christmas gift to you is that you don't have to listen to me for very long. There isn't even any feedback. So… what did you get me?
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Trying something a bit different in today's episode. First, I introduce you to the first two books in Lisa's Full Throttle series, and then I give a brief review of the first book. You can purchase or learn more about Running Wide Open on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, or Smashwords. The second book, Getting Sideways, can be found at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and Smashwords. Lisa has a butt-load of contacts, such as Twitter (@Lisa_Nowak), Facebook, Google+, her blog, or you can subscribe to her newsletter. And we've just set a new world record for "links within a podcast's show notes." Wow.
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Happy Thanksgiving to all my listeners who are citizens of these here United States of America! As for the rest of you, I hereby give you permission to "borrow" our holiday so you can stuff your face too. In today's podcast, I give you a list of things that this truck driver is thankful for. Of course, I don't know the definition of sincerity, so it naturally comes off with just a taaaaad bit of sarcasm.
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This could possibly be the last of my pondering's on electronic logs. Why? Because arguing against e-logs has a massive potential to drop the proverbial brick on your foot. Listen on to find out what I mean. I start the podcast by giving a brief summary of some of my past e-log episodes, including Fear and Loathing of Electronic Logs, E-logs: My First Impression, and E-logs: Do They Really Increase Driving Time?.
In the feedback section, I mention the Good Men Project Web site, where some of my articles are cross-posted.
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Here we go again. Off on a rat hole that has only one tiny morsel of a trucking tip in it. It's a good one though. Surrounding that tip I tell the story of meeting Bruiser, one of my fellow company drivers, and the zealousness that ensued. This is not a preachy lecture. I actually address how true Christians are supposed to treat those outside the faith. These are simply things I learned from the two Christian podcasts I listen to, which are Walk in the Word and Living on the Edge, and reading the Bible myself. Suffice it to say, the "Christian" group that is always making the news is "doing it wrong." Unless, of course, their Bible is conveniently missing a bunch of pages. There are too many links to Bible verses to mention here, so go to the blog post for that. There is also an article about single parent family statistics and the greater risks that women face after an abortion.
Links in the feedback section include Eric's Flickr page, a video by Trucker Steve, and a story I told on Google+ about a run-in with a police officer in Denver. And no matter what you think it is, I guarantee that you're wrong.
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Today I go soul searching. Am I a "trucker" just because I drive a truck, or is there more to it? Or does it even matter? I once again mention @alanqbristol and what we've talked about when we've met in person. As soon as you listen to this one, I'd sure appreciate you writing in and sharing your thoughts on what makes a trucker a trucker.
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In today's podcast I discuss the city of Dallas and what it's like to spend the night at a truck stop in any urban area; where parking issues, junkies, and lot lizards abound. What? Don't know what a lot lizard is? Guess you better get to listening then. I also get nostalgic about Dallas as I talk about my early married life with The Evil Overlord, including our elopement, Metallica's skyscraper rooftop house, and someone's first visit to a gay bar. And for some odd reason, I link to Jeff Gordon, who as far as I know has nothing to do with gay bars.
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Welcome to the pity party. At least it starts out like that anyway. Things turn in the end. And it has nothing to with the fact that I'm an old dude. Also, for some strange reason I refer to a Pantera concert, Dilbert, and why an old movie about giant boobs always confuses me.
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This podcast is all about the lengths a trucker has to go through to obtain peace and quiet (well, relatively anyway) inside the cab of the truck. As if the title didn't already make that abundantly clear. This one was brought about by circumstances that started with the last podcast/blog called "Hell Week 2: The Sequel."
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We start out today's podcast by mentioning Twitter friend, @darkstaff, since for some odd reason he was looking forward to my rant about a horrible week I recently had while out on the road. The weirdo. And since this is titled as a sequel, I naturally refer back to the original "Hell Week" podcast/blog. Also mentioned is the last podcast/blog "Post-Hell. Pre-Hell." and one of the best things about Colorado, Twitter friend @alanqbristol. And since 7 days isn't enough to rant about, I throw in an extra day to boot. Lucky you.
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No, it isn't Backwards Day. I typed that correctly. You'll see what I mean if you listen to the ENTIRE podcast. This is really nothing more than an update on my family who were victims of the recent Joplin Missouri tornado. But thanks to certain circumstances and a story of Uncle Todd, his nephews, and an extremely powerful water hose, this podcast should put a smile on your face. And oh yea, it's got absolutely Jack Squat about anything pertaining to trucking. Cuz that's how I roll sometimes.
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In today's podcast we try to understand the purpose of the CSA, the latest and greatest NOT endeavor to raise safety standards in the trucking industry. You know… because that's necessary when truck accidents are at a 60 year low. eye roll And since I'm often wrong about junk, my Twitter friend @MightyDeno straightens me out on a point. And since Jean McHarry (the author of the last podcast/blog) hasn't received enough stalkers yet, here's her information again. Facebook, @raysunshine on Twitter., and her email is janedean77@yahoo.com. Now get to stalking.
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This first-ever guest blog/podcast expands on the subject of the podcast/blog called "Riding Along with a Trucker," which was about riding with a trucker, but not actually driving. That's the one that @luv18wheels helped me with. Since I've never been in this position, I called in some additional outside help from the infamous @raysunshine on Twitter. Other links for Jean are Facebook or you can contact her at janedean77@yahoo.com if you have questions for her. And for the record, I asked her to record her voice reading her post but the big wuss wanted no part of it. Chicken! LOL
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Yep. That's right. Today we talk about the many sexual temptations you'll face as a driver and how the smut vendors are targeting truckers. This is NOT a diatribe again porn. This is America and you have the right to fill your brain (and your hand) with whatever you want. This is simply a warning for those of you who are considering truck driving as a career. Or I suppose if you're pro-smut, it's an offer you can't refuse. Mentioned in the podcast are the Las Vega billboards seeking porno "actors." Yes, really. This blog post was also used over at the Good Men Project Web site to much different results than on my own Web site. Check out the comment firestorm from that one if you've got a day-and-a-half to burn. LOL
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Every driver, whether auto or big rig, has experienced turtle racing at some point. But perhaps you didn't know what to call it. Today I tell you something that might help you be a bit less frustrated when it comes to truckers. Surely you could benefit from lowering your road rage level… yes? Find out what turtle racing is and how best to avoid it for the sanity of us all.
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Well, I did it again. Find out how I keep messing up on my stinkin' e-logs and why I wouldn't have to worry about it if they were set up right (in my humble opinion) in the first place. You'll learn how e-logs vary from company to company and what kinds of questions you need to ask a carrier before you choose to work for them. I reference the "E-logs: A Second Look" podcast/blog in case you missed that one. You wouldn't have dared though… would you? I also mention the FMCSA's Hours-Of-Service commenting Web site, which is totally useless to you if you're listening to this after May 23, 2011.
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If you're reading this right now, it's too late to make your voice be heard on this subject. But never-you-fear, there is still a reason to suffer your way through today's podcast. You see, the FMCSA gave a place to voice our opinion on the new HOS rules and I share my comments with you. That means you'll hear my opinions on the new HOS rules that are going into effect on July 1, 2013. And you wouldn't want to miss out on that, would you?
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We all know that electronic logs are being implemented to try to keep truckers from cheating on their paper logs. To try to convince us drivers how "great" these e-logs are, most every company tells them that e-logs will save them time and therefore, give them more miles and money. So is this true? We answer this question in today's podcast… well sort of.
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Well, it finally happened; I was going to run out of time on my e-logs before I got to my destination. What would happen? Find out in today's podcast. But before that happens, I tell you a few examples of how e-logs are affecting my efficiency and performance as a driver. There are links to my first two podcasts/blog posts on e-logs, "Fear and Loathing of Electronic Logs" and "E-logs: My First Impression," and three of my Twitter buds are mentioned, @Dean0806, @DroidTrucker, and @darkstaff.
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Today's podcast is brought to you by a bone-headed rookie mistake that I made the first day I had my electronic logs. I tell you that story and how e-logs affected the situation. I also tell you what happened during my e-log training session. Good times. Uh-huh. If you missed the first installment about my "Fear and Loathing of Electronic Logs," you may want to check that out before you meander into this one. And once again, @Dean0806, a.k.a. Dean Vader gets another mention for his helping me understand e-logs. There will be a couple of videos of different e-log units if I can remember to post them.
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This one was prompted by a run-in with a police officer who can only be described as a giant jerk. Well, that is without having to put the "Explicit" tag on the show. In order to explain why I ended up in this predicament, I briefly explain how the 70-hour rule and the 34-hour restart rules work. You'll learn what double-booking is, and we'll wind it up by explaining how all these factions work against each other.
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Are you ready for another story? Well, I picked up one of my stranded fellow company drivers the other day and it prompted me to cover this topic. So if truckers are on the road all the time, should they own a home? What do most truckers do? Find out in today's podcast.
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I've been pretty darn frustrated with some of the changes that have been happening at my company. In today's podcast, I share those concerns through a letter that I wrote to the safety director at my company. The names have been changed to protect the innocent… and my job.
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Hang on as we discuss the dispatch process and I go on a mini-rant about "verbal" dispatches. In the end you'll hear what makes a good dispatcher and how to kill a bad one if it becomes necessary.
In the feedback section, I mention @darkstaff's Tumblr page.
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Welcome to another whine-fest. Boy, do I have to be careful with the way I have to say things today. In the course of the podcast, I happen to mention Twitter friends, @Dean0806 and @raysunshine77, the "Sucking It Up" podcast/blog, TruckDriversNews.com, and believe it or not, Sesame Street.
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Electronic On-Board Recorders, or EOBR's are to the trucking industry what the Black Box is to the airlines. So why are so many drivers ticked off about them? Is there anything to fear? Find out in today's podcast. Links mentioned in the podcast are:
An OOIDA article on the myth of "driver fatigue"
The "Truckers Get Lost" podcast/blog"
Wikipedia's explanation of EOBR's
An article from TheTrucker.com about making EOBR's mandatory
The "Fear and Loathing of Electronic Logs" podcast/blog
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You'd think if any industry would be good at supplying driving directions, it would be the trucking industry. You'd be wronger than actually using the word "wronger" in a sentence. Today I give you the "do's and don'ts" of providing good directions. We also discuss GPS, Google Maps, and map-reading. Trucker or not, you can benefit from this podcast. Also mentioned is the "Trucking in the Northeast" podcast/blog.
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As the title suggests, this one is all about the pros and cons of driving at night. And in case I forget to mention it in the podcast, "There's less traffic at night." There is also a brief explanation of why there is a TD53.5 on the blog, but not a podcast version. That is if you give a rat's patooty.
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Alright. If you are considering truck driving as a profession, this is a must-listen-to podcast. Seriously. I'm also hoping all you non-truckers will take the time to listen to it. I have absolutely no doubt that it'll make you stop and think. And in doing so, maybe you'll show a little consideration the next time you encounter a big rig trying to switch lanes or make it around a tight corner. Trust me, this isn't a pity party. It's simply a long list of things that most non-truckers take for granted.
The "Why I Do This" podcast is mentioned in passing.
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This podcast largely involves me whining and coveting @WilsonHines life. Yes, it's sad and pathetic, but there you have it. It all comes from the fact that I've been trying to get off the road for years and Wilson managed to beat me to it.
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August 19th is my birthday, so that means you've got to give me something. In this podcast, I list a whole bunch of Twitter friends and "demand" them to fork over one of their outstanding traits. Are you on the list? There are too dang many links to mention here, so if you want to find out more about these awesome peeps, just go to the blog site and click away.
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In today's podcast, I battle my fear of electronic logs by enlisting a Twitter friend, @Dean0806 who's already been using e-logs for a while. He helps us understand how his system works and explains that each trucking company can set up the system differently. He also addresses some of my fears.
Mentioned in the podcast is Jason from the Truck Driver's News Web site, the guy who graciously (or stupidly) let me guest post on his site. Also briefly mentioned is my love of Planners, as explained in the podcast called, "When Planners Don't."
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No matter where you go (especially in the trucking world), there always seems to be someone with the potential to annoy the living crap out of you. This is especially true when it comes to driver orientations when starting a new job. Oddly enough, this truism was shattered this time around… or was it? I also give you a handy tip that will undoubtedly make your next (or first) driver orientation more tolerable. And I also have a visitor in the introduction of the show. Everyone say hello to Fred.
In the feedback section, I mention frequent commenter, @helmetorheels blog site, appropriately named, "Helmet or Heels: I'm Comfortable in Either!" Check it out.
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We all have the tendency to think our lives stink at times. Sometimes we need something to happen in order to put things in perspective. This is one of those times. I tell the story of meeting a brand new husband-wife team and the horrible experience they've been having. I also happen to be in the middle of a job change, so that's always fun. And there's a quick reference to a Twitter friend, @diesel_lady within the podcast.
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The trucking world isn't exactly what I'd call "sanitary." Three things happened over the course of 24 hours that should help you understand what we truckers are dealing with out here. This story is a real doozy. As you may have guessed from the name Trucker Dump, I'm really in my element when the topic is bathroom humor.
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Lucinda read the blog post called "Go to Bed Angry" and wrote in to ask for advice on riding along with her trucker-husband after the kids are out of the house. I realized two things: 1.) This was going to be long enough to constitute its own podcast and, 2.) I didn't know enough about this subject to answer the question. Therefore, I called upon two Twitter friends, Patricia Powers (@luv18wheels) and Sabrina (no longer on Twitter) to give Lucinda some advice.
I also discuss some of the differences between being a company driver and the different types of owner/operators. Thanks to Ray Lawson (@Lawsonbulk) for his help with the owner/operator stuff.
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Today's podcast was hard to record. This is by far my most emotional podcast to date. Prepare yourself for "The Split."
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Being stuck in a truck with someone for weeks at a time is hard. And that makes finding a good co-driver a challenge. Even if you've got a willing spouse, they may or may not be your best bet. So who does make a good team driver? That's what we're discussing today. And how to avoid bludgeoning them while they're sleeping after you find one.
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This is one of those times I go off-topic. Trucking does rear its butt-ugly head, but not very often. Today I get to tell you why The Evil Overlord and I rarely feel the need to say the words "I love you." And if you're cool, you might want to see a picture of my awesome Transformers TV tray.
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No American in the 1800's could have possibly imagined vehicles that were 13' 6" tall, over 70 feet long, and weighed 80,000 pounds. And that's what makes Trucking in the Northeast such a challenge. Today, I tell the story of one such night and the chaos that ensued. And I use the word A-hole a lot… A LOT. Not the potty-mouth version though. I actually say "A-hole." Hey, I have a hard enough time getting listeners without donning the Explicit tag. I also mention the "Too Stupid to Fuel?" podcast/blog in case you missed that one.
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Security guards. As a trucker, you deal with them nearly every day. Some are good at their jobs. Some feel the need to wear Superman long-johns underneath their uniform. In today's story, I wish I'd had a chunk of Kryptonite handy.
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We're back with Part 2 of 2. Although it's not absolutely necessary, you may want to listen to Part 1 before you continue with this one.
Today we continue our discussion of different roles within a trucking company. After listening to today's story involving our brand-spanking-new truck, you'll understand my hatred for Planners.
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You see how I got all clever with the title? Yea. I rock. Today's topic covers the different roles that people do within a trucking company. We're talking office personnel here, not us rockin' drivers. Did I mention that I rock? This is Part 1 of 2.
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I don't think I've ever been quite so mad in my trucking career than when I was writing this blog post. Luckily, by the time I got around to recording the podcast version, I'd managed to regain my Fonzie-like coolness.
So what prompted this rage? Some of the stupid rules truckers are forced to comply with, especially us team drivers. Trust me, no one is ever happy when The Evil Overlord's sleep gets disturbed. Today I tell a story of a run-in we had with the wonderful folks at the TSA.
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We start this one off with a joke that I posted on the blog. Next, we move on to one of the biggest issues in the trucking industry: Health and Trucking. We look at the challenges that truckers face when it comes to staying in shape and what it takes to pull it off.
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Merry Christmas! This podcast explains how Christmas works for many truckers. And of course, what Christmas podcast would be complete without zombies?
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Today's podcast was prompted by a surprising berating from another trucker on Twitter. I'm kinda glad he did it though, because it gives me the opportunity to explain why I waste so much time on this podcast/blog and Twitter. In the feedback segment, Jason, Oz, and Clyde leave their thoughts on truck transmissions. Pam and neuLindsay both pipe in, and Heidi expresses her amazement that she wasn't bored reading one of my articles. Heidi's wedding blog, called Truly Engaging, gets a plug too. And lastly, I share why comments from experienced truckers are not only wanted, but NEEDED.
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Oh boy. This is one of the big debates among truckers. Which is better; an Automatic or a Manual transmission? In today's podcast, I make the argument that there really isn't much difference between the two. Learn how to shift both transmissions and check out some pictures of both types of transmissions. Feedback from Jason involves a story that may make you consider giving up dairy products and Buck, a.k.a. @TruckerTherapy, from TruckerTherapy.com stops in too.
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Uh-oh. Someone broke into my trailer while I slept. What now? Today's cryptic title covers load security and how a driver can cover their butt when things go wrong. In the feedback section, we get a couple of comments including one about truckers getting too greedy. I also put out the call for audio comments and tell you an easy way to do it.
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No one likes to be forced to do anything, right? So why do we truckers tolerate "forced dispatch?" Is it as bad as it seems? Also, we discuss what can happen when a trucker gets a taaaaaad bit too greedy for their own good. The feedback section has only one comment, but it's significant because it proves that when I say "evil," I mean evil.
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Okay. I need your help with one of the weirdest things that has ever happened to me. Maybe after you hear this story, you'll be able to explain to me what the heck was going on with the weirdo at the salad bar. And if that isn't enough to peak your curiosity, perhaps you should check your pulse. You may just be dead.
As for feedback, I lament being a gay-dude magnet, I totally butcher a commenters name, and I help a guy named Stuart figure out the multiple ways you can subscribe to the blog or podcast.
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Today's story involves me meeting, well… another me. Hey, if that isn't enough to make you listen to this one, then just go away. You're boring. As for feedback, we discuss sliding your tandems and I tell everyone to go get the free PDF that will show you how sliding your 5th wheel and tandems will affect the weight distribution.
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Ever wonder why all those trucks are lined up at the building out on the interstate? They're called weigh stations. Learn what a bridge law is and how truckers distribute the weight on a trailer without touching the freight. And check out the PrePass Web site if you want to avoid weigh stations altogether. There are also some pictures of the different parts of the truck that are involved in distributing your load. I also point you to a free PDF showing your how to slide your tandems. And if I haven't shirked my duty, there will be a couple of videos to show you how it works.
In the feedback section, I finally get around to answering questions from both Christy Kuppler and Joe V about finding a list of list of HazMat routes and restrictions , which I found on the horrible FMCSA Web site. There is also a link to an article sent in by a reader about how GPS can help truckers with HazMat routing. Lastly, check out a hilarious blog post about HazMat from commenter, Christy Kuppler.
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Hauling hazardous materials is something many truckers will do at some point in their career. But they don't necessarily have to. Learn what hazardous materials are, what it takes to haul them, who can haul them, and how scary hairspray can be by having a listen. There are links in today's show for Wikipedia's Dangerous Goods page and an explanation of each party's responsibility when it comes to HazMat loads. No comments for the feedback section… again. What am I gonna do with you guys?
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Pretty self-explanatory really. Hear a story of what it's like when a trucker has a crappy week. Oh, and you slackers hosed me on the feedback this time around, so nothing to report there.
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Today we visit the secret side of trucking: high-value loads. What does it take to haul them? Do you need to take any special precautions? And if I answer any of these questions, will you be allowed to live out your days in peace or will you mysteriously die in your sleep? Enter at your own risk. I also hear that an unlikely superhero makes a brief appearance. A brief feedback section includes the topic of providing original material for the podcast/blog.
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We're always hearing drivers say that the truckers don't help each other out any more. Is this true? Have truckers lost their sense of community? Find out by hitting that pretty PLAY button.
We also introduce the new feedback section to the podcast. Listeners and readers like you write in and I read your comments and respond with a comment, an answer, or a bit of snark. Pay attention to the feedback segue from here on out and you may discover a little game you can play. Have fun!
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So are some people really too stupid to fuel? Come along as I tell you a story about how I learned the truth behind a couple of asinine state laws. And all this discovery only happened because The Evil Overlord (the wife and ex-codriver) is slower than a sloth with crutches. Check out this link for more information on these gas pumping laws.
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This podcast describes how the crappy economy affects more than just the driver's wallet. As a bonus, you'll get to hear me whine about my crappy miles. Wow. Two crappy's in one brief show description. No… THREE! Man, I'm on a roll!
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Today I try (ever so briefly) to be sexy. You can probably guess how well that turned out. So… what to say about the topic of today's podcast? Well, unsurprisingly, this particular blog post gets more hits than any of my others. I guess that just goes to show what kind of keywords people are Googling for these days. In this episode, you'll hear some stories of the perverted things (and people) that The Evil Overlord and I have seen out on the road. I'd give it a rating of PG-13.
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This one isn't very long. You're welcome… smart aleck. It all comes down to one weird day of weather. Even my first video is super-short. Uhhhh, hello dork. This is an audio podcast. You're going to have to go to the Web site to see the video. Duh.
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Welcome to the podcast with the world's worst title. Seriously folks, somebody must've smacked me with a 2X4 the day I came up with this title. Clearly my brain wasn't operational at the time. The topic is important though. We discuss how a company's safety practices can affect the driver and what to look for in a company's safety program. And I try to contemplate whether or not safety is overemphasized or not.
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This particular podcast doesn't really have a purpose. I'm just spouting off about what I like and don't like about rain. Other than that, you'll learn that a reefer isn't something that will give you a case of the munchies. But it does benefit those with the munchies.
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Dispatchers are a sore subject among truckers. Many drivers are convinced that their dispatcher is out to get them. But how much does the dispatcher actually control a driver's destiny? Find out in today's episode.
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Miracles happen every day… just not to me. The story in today's podcast is the exception to that rule. I'm still shocked that things turned out the way they did. You'll see why.
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This episode discusses a foe that causes all truckers to go on high alert. And whatever you think it is, you're probably wrong. If you're right, I owe you an ice cream cone. If you're wrong, you owe me a $50 iTunes gift card. That's fair, right?
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The act of going to or leaving home is an emotional roller coaster for most truckers. And while you're here, you'll hear a story that proves that at least one horse is smarter than me. I am smarter than a 5th grader though… sometimes. Oh, and I heard a rumor that I take a stab at singing in this episode. Hey! Where are you going? Stop running!
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Every trucker should have a hobby that they can do when they're away from home. It's either that or they're going be spending a lot of time getting cornered by talkative truckers. Today's topic is exactly what the title says it is. One thing the title isn't, is creative. So sue me.
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The title says it all. There really isn't anything to this one. It's only here to direct you to 16 pictures I took while out on the road. Of course, if you go directly to the pictures instead of listening to the podcast, you'll waste all the effort I took to be creative in the intro and the outro. ;-) And that might make me cry.
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I'll go ahead and admit it; this is one of my hot buttons. Truck-idling laws bug the living crap out of me. In today's podcast, find out why trucks need to idle and why the "benefits" of truck-idling laws may have unintended consequences that the average non-trucker would never think of.
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Company policies at trucking companies are usually put into place to make things safer or more efficient… right? Well, today's story involves a situation I was in that defied both of those things. Learn about company-supplied routing and what happens when that routing doesn't make a lick of sense.
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Truck driving requires a lot of flexibility. What? You didn't know that we have to be able to put our foot behind our head to pass the DOT physical? Oh wait. Wrong kind of flexibility. In today's episode, we're actually talking about the wonkiness of a truck driver's schedule. I also talk about the length of the podcast and how that's going to change over time.
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Today I discuss air-conditioning and big rigs; which means I'm grumpy again. And hot. Really freakin' hot.
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Yep. I'm for sure schizophrenic. Yet another mood swing. Sometimes, life just stinks and you've gotta tell people what really bugs you. Join me as I do just that in today's podcast. And grab my meds on the way over, would you? All this talk of boogers and socks are ticking me off. Links mentioned today are the Life Is Good Web site and the Life is Crap Web site.
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Okay, I think I might be schizophrenic. One day I'm ranting and the next I'm as happy as a dog with two tongues and a tub of peanut butter. Enjoy my cheery side today as I discuss things that make me happy.
The link mentioned today is the Life Is Good Web site.
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Today we continue with the topic that started this whole blogging thing: high-idling. And yes, you guessed right. If the stinking thing would actually get fixed for a change of pace, I could move on with my life. Still, this is worth hearing because it happens to truckers all the time.
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What does the trucking industry and the military have in common? Find out in today's podcast. And no, it's not that we both wield giant mobile weapons.
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Today's podcast was happening as I typed it. Hang on tight as we discuss driver courtesy within the trucking industry. Or should I say, the lack thereof. Okay, I admit it. It's kind of another rant. What??? The last podcast was positive! What can you expect? My name isn't Elmo!
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There are certain days out on the road that a trucker will never forget. Sometimes it's a bad memory; sometimes it's good. In today's podcast, I try to redeem myself for starting out Episode 1 with a rant by telling a story about a great day behind the wheel of my big rig. I somehow manage to compare it to a video game and I may or may not discuss a flying building. Check out the pictures!
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What happens when a trucker can't get his truck fixed properly? Well, he goes on a rant of course. Learn what it means to "high-idle" a truck and why it's so important. Gee, what a great way to start a new podcast. Man, this friggin' thing is doomed from the start.
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Todd McCann, your host and a truck driver since 1997, introduces himself and the Trucker Dump podcast to the unwashed masses. He discusses deep, complex, world-changing topics, such as: Why does the podcast exist? What is its purpose? What can you expect to learn? Why should you listen (especially if you aren't a trucker)? And who is The Evil Overlord? Oh, come on now! You know you at least need to find out that last one! Throw me a bone here!
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