Lower Trucking Age Requirement question?

Discussion in 'Questions To Truckers From The General Public' started by Jaylen729, Oct 1, 2015.

  1. jerezxp7

    jerezxp7 Medium Load Member

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    I think there are plenty of 18 y/o that can handle it, if you grow up on a farm your driving pickups in the hay field when your 10 operating backhoes and tractors by 12 and by 15 a D8 does not intimidate you. If this 18 year old driver thing every happens I doubt it , they will just keep bringing in cheap foreign labor
     
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  3. Jaylen729

    Jaylen729 Bobtail Member

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    Yeah and typical comment by someone who thinks they know everything, but doesn't. Theres an valid reason, but that only reason is because the public bashed the government many years ago, that's why they decided to put it how it is now.
     
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  4. aussiejosh

    aussiejosh Road Train Member

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    So i'm guessing you one of those 18 year olds that thinks he knows everything and that's why you make ridiculous comments instead of respecting someone with years of experience there's a reason why the public said don't let them drive, there's a reason why insurance premiums are higher for younger drivers and most of all there's a reason why you should listen to folks that do have the common sense that they've learnt from life experience.
     
  5. Jaylen729

    Jaylen729 Bobtail Member

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    Guessed failed. I most definitely don't know everything, BUT that's the point, you learn as time goes on, some learn faster, some not so. It's not ridiculous comments, I'm just annoyed by the fact I get bashed for my generation, don't try to put me with them pitbulls, I'm on an different level than your average teen, there's 18 year olds out here that you wouldnt even think that where 18 by the way they acted, etc. I don't see nothing wrong with wanting to learn at the age of 18, but older folks like yourselves try to knock down younger people's motivation.
     
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  6. Tannerpsingh

    Tannerpsingh Bobtail Member

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    Just because you have driven for years doesnt mean anyone has to respect you. You aren entitled and dont act like you are. Most of all, no one will respect you with the attitude you have. Ive seen plenty of idiot drivers who have driven for many years. I never claimed to know everything, yet you still feel like putting me down to make yourself feel better.
     
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  7. AModelCat

    AModelCat Road Train Member

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    What's the problem? I know some 18 year olds I would trust behind the wheel more than some guys who've got 20+ years experience. It all comes down to attitude and willingness to learn. Personally I'd rather see responsible 18 year olds behind the wheel before foreign workers.
     
  8. Jaylen729

    Jaylen729 Bobtail Member

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    Exactly, thank you that's all I was trying to state.
     
  9. aussiejosh

    aussiejosh Road Train Member

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    Exactly so unless you can walk on water start at the bottom and work your way up like the rest of us did. Prov16:30,31:With narrowed eyes, people plot evil; with a smirk, they plan their mischief.Gray hair is a crown of glory; it is gained by living a godly life. Prov 3:1,2 My son, do not forget my teaching, but keep my commands in your heart, for they will prolong your life many years and bring you peace and prosperity.
     
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  10. Daniel55645

    Daniel55645 Light Load Member

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    If you can't go OTR, there's always local. My company will hire 18 year olds and we're home daily.
     
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  11. Jaylen729

    Jaylen729 Bobtail Member

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    What's the name of your company?
     
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