R.I.P. Driver

Discussion in 'Trucking Accidents' started by mjd4277, May 3, 2023.

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  2. Opus

    Opus Road Train Member

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  3. buddyd157

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    yup, that time of the morning....
     
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    Reminds me of a similar incident that happened not far from where I lived when I still lived in the big city. He literally drove right up the side of the overpass concrete wall, which can be seen as the dark mark on the concrete wall, and there was dirt and truck parts debris on that overpass road. When there's a tarp over what's left of the cab, you know it's not good.

    Rumour was he was double shifting the truck, meaning driving it both day and night. If you're tired, either pull over or stay home!




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  5. ducnut

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    I refused an all-nighter, this week, because I know my limits. Some are cut out for night driving. I’m not.
     
  6. mjd4277

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    Similar accident happened a few years ago on I-55 at the Fortification Street bridge in Jackson,Mississippi. Driver hit it with such force that the Volvo was almost sheared in half!
     
  7. Graham Cracker

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    I did night driving well over a decade, ohhh the messed up things you see on the night shift.
     
  8. Muffdiver541

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    It always makes my stomach turn and knot up seeing accidents like this I hope ans pray he never knew it happen ans his family can atleast heal enough to remember all rhr good memories life is short ladies and gentlemen we never know when it's our time just make sure you know who thr big man upstairs is along with thanking him and let your family and friends know how much you love them. God bless you all be safe
     
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    This is exactly the type of accident that people will point to when looking to ban trucks that don't have automatic braking, lane departure warning, etc systems
     
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  10. The Green Mountain

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    Watching the drunk plow thru a handful of traffic barrels because you were quick enough to see what the possible scenario was. Bonus: checking out his front end in the mirror as you drive by after he pulled over to do the same.

    Or the character turning around on the exit ramp to get back on the highway.

    Someone who used the center cut-thru and got smoked by the only other vehicle on the highway.
     
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