Good Things About Swift??

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  1. kutscher007

    kutscher007 Bobtail Member

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    They have good things.
    For safety they put cameras in to the trucks to film the drivers.
    Possibly it avoids a lot of accidents when they film You.
     
    kutscher007, Aug 30, 2015
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    newbtr1 Light Load Member

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    But they film the road too right, that's great as it would save you from you buying a camera yourself
     
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    kutscher007 Bobtail Member

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    Yes, it would film You and the road also.
     
    kutscher007, Aug 31, 2015
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    CasanovaCruiser Road Train Member

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    Thought of another last night when I ran into one of Obama's children.

    When those annoying beggars ask you for money at truck stops you can just step back, point at the truck, and scream "Look at who I drive for, I don't have any money for myself!"

    There is a benefit to a bad reputation :biggrin_25525:
     
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    You should still have your own camera(s). They retain the video record, not you. You can't CYA unless you, personally, have access to the video. Do you really trust a trucking company to look out for your best interests?
     
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    DoubleO7 Road Train Member

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    Most of Obama's children can't read the lettering on the truck.
     
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    Well think of it this way with the trucks speed limited to 60 mph all of the fuel you'll be saving the US economy
     
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    They have their name on the back door of the trailer. This is helpful because I know I will have to grab the left lane. And can sooner plan that maneuver
     
    1johnb, Aug 31, 2015
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    MACK E-6 Moderator Staff Member

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    I start planning that maneuver as soon as I see the back of ANY trailer with swing doors. :)
     
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    I can't help it lol
     
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