Howdy friends,
Wondering if anyone might know of a good location to park a truck/trailer in or around Eugene? As a new driver (equipped with possibly the worst training in the industry, compliments of Western Express) I am a little baffled about where I am supposed to leave the truck on my home time. My DM just said “anywhere you feel is safe.” This leaves much to be desired in the way of specific instruction (but seems to be par for the course thus far with this company).
I’ve heard Walmart or Home Depot might work but is it really feasible to park a 53’ behemoth in the parking lot for 3 days of home time while I go out honkytonkin’ on the town?
As ever, thankya kindly for your sage wisdom in all matters of Truckology!
Ro~Bear
Where to park a truck and trailer in Eugene, OR?
Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by Ro~Bear, Dec 6, 2021.
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Better get permission to park at Walmart. Walmart doesn't own the property; it's leased. The property owner may have a 'No Truck Parking' policy and no signs warning about the policy. Can cost thousands of $$$$$ to get the truck back.
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Their is TA truck stop in Coburg OR
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What part of Blue jean do you live?
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Honkytonkin in Oregon?
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If you can’t take the truck home with you I’d talk to your dispatcher and have him find the closest dropyard. Usually they also allow storing trucks. A lot can happen if you leave your truck unattended. Come back and find the fuel as been sucked out and they took your batteries. I usually have the trailer dropped at a dropyard and take the tractor home but I got my own long driveway if you decide to park at a curb some cities don’t like you parking a commercial vehicle on their streets might find some tickets.
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Pioneer Villa about 20 miles north at the Halsey exit is a pretty good place. Lots of drivers park there on their resets. If you have a trailer lock, you can drop it and drive the tractor home.
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