Automatic transmission trucks get getter fuel mileage.
Stick shifts are practical for specialty trucks, such as heavy haul.
Most companies are getting rid of stick shift trucks.
Wondering if I should pursue trucking
Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by Lisa9, Oct 18, 2020.
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In my opinion its one of the worst industries to get into right now. Hands down.Hazmat Cat and Lisa9 Thank this. -
Just a little inspiration for you. Glenwood Springs, CO, last week or so. And I am absolutely not mechanically inclined myself.
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The cabs don't have heat/AC? Do rest stops not have showers? Do you ever stay at a motel?
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My company doesnt have terminals, we have 1 yard that has the office and shop. No facilities for the driver at the yard other than bathrooms during office hours. But it is a small company of about 70 trucks. I run from the Rockies to the Midwest every week and average about 3700 miles every 8 to 10 days (thats including 1 to 3 days home between every trip).
Anither reason many companies are switch to automatic transmissions is that it is much easier to find and/or train driver to drive an automatic. Many people these days cant drive a manual car... And a manual truck does not shift like a manual car, it is much more complicated. Some smaller companies still believe the old adage, "If you cant shift a Rig proficiently, you probably should drive one." So learning to drive a manual would Definetally be a good thing... But Definetally not required.Lisa9 Thanks this.
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