I actually encountered a prime truck who was governed at 66 on the Ohio turnpike a month ago. I couldn't believe what I was seeing.
But I've passed exactly 3 FedEx trucks, and have been passed by 1,000,000 FedEx trucks..... This week.
Fedex vs Prime passing poll
Discussion in 'Experienced Truckers' Advice' started by freightwipper, Nov 19, 2015.
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At least up to about 95, I run out of gears and fuel at that speed lolthejackal and Straight Stacks Thank this. -
I only know of 80 mph limits so this old can has never gone faster then 81....
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Over the next few months, I'll be passing many FedEx trucks. Of course, they'll be upside down in the median when I pass them. But that's what happens when you try to run 70 mph on roads you can't even see from snow and ice.
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They slowed them down to save fuel, so they say.
I think it was insurance and safer scores that caused the slowdown.
I know for a fact that they lost 3 loads of glass and one load of pipe in OKC in less than one year. Three of the crashes were less than 2 miles from my home. -
Over here in Canada I have never seen a prime truck moving haha. Only parked trailer.
Passed 1 FedEx truck, wich was crashed on its side, in the ditch!!! He passed me about 30 seconds before, 80 mph+ winds and heavy snow. I saw him crash as he took that curve right after passing me. -
Prime trucks are a serious traffic impediment, especially on 70+ speed limited roads. I catch (and pass) them plodding along I-77 all the time, doing 55-58 in a 70.
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