How many Million Milers do we have?

Discussion in 'Experienced Truckers' Advice' started by striker, Dec 7, 2009.

  1. Harold196

    Harold196 Light Load Member

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    i've proberly got between 1.5 and 2 million miles on my rear end.....I've never scratched the paint on anything at this time.... But years ago.... I had my share of HIGH SPEED DRIVING AWARDS.... in the dead of the night , i would hit them triple digets and let her roll....
    Now I'm about 60 percent retired :)
    So everyone out there on the big roads , take care and be carful.... watch out for the Idiots....

    Harold
     
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  3. rockee

    rockee Road Train Member

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    Dont really know how many I would have by now. I did OTR for about 5 years and the rest has mostly been local and city stuff. Started in 1989, had a jackknife that first year in Livingston MT, none since.
     
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  4. tracyq144

    tracyq144 Heavy Load Member

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    Pretty close to 2 million. Five different companies and 4 years total not driving in that time, so not sure of exact miles. Been out here awhile though, LOL.

    One accident (rear end, but not serious, about 3 mph difference), 5 or 6 speeding violations, dozen or so OOS for hours violations, but, basically, IMO, a pretty good driver. (I am sure others will disagree with that!)

    I am in much less of a hurry these days than I used to be, and I usually get "there" just about as fast, LOL.
     
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  5. 074344

    074344 Road Train Member

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    What an excellent thread! It is nice to see some of these drivers showcase their talents.

    I was told that I was near a million back in 2000. I never really kept track of them. I should have. I have been doing the same 340 mile run 5 days a week since 2004. I have never driven OTR so I would be quite a bit behind a lot of you drivers out there for my years. I have never had an accident nor have I received a ticket. I am sure luck has been on my side although I try to do everything by the book.

    Congratulations to all of you that have passed that milestone in your career. You deserve all the praise and respect that your company and fellow drivers can bestow upon you.

    Drive safe
     
  6. Ridgerunner665

    Ridgerunner665 Road Train Member

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    Waaaay too many tickets, but never a single scratch (accident)

    I've made it a point to keep how long I've been driving to myself because I don't want to be taken more seriously than a new guy who just might be wiser than me.

    But I do qualify (and then some) to enter my name here...and I'm proud to be here.
     
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  7. Maddad56

    Maddad56 Light Load Member

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    I have my Million plus miles with the gray wiskers to show, last ticket was CA 2001 65/55 Last accident was Chicago winter 1987, and DOT has no idea who Iam!!!
    Heavy Hauling USA
     
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  8. runningman0661

    runningman0661 Road Train Member

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    I have about 1.2 million safe miles...no accidents and no moving violations. Some skill and patience involved, but also alot of luck. Not a week goes by that some 4 wheeler (or 18 for that matter) puts me in a situation where I have to take evasive action to avoid there stupid decisions. I guard my CDL very carefully and take tremendous pride in having a spotless record.
     
  9. 2fuzy

    2fuzy Road Train Member

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    I never kept a tally but 100k a year x17 0 accidents and a few tickets
     
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  10. last 1

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    Not sure how many but I did put 1.3 on my 1st truck
     
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  11. Rusty50484

    Rusty50484 Light Load Member

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    18 years, approximately 2.6 million, no accidents no moving violations.
     
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