Western Express going all automatic.

Soooooooooo, does this mean WSX will not be a bottom feeder company anymore? (I don't think so). BESIDES fuel economy, etc. it is easier to get a driver with a pulse behind the wheel of an automatic than a 10 speed. This way WSX can troll even lower than the bottom of the barrel for steering wheel holders. They are nice, but a driver needs to know how to control a manual truck also.

Have fun!

 

I will be glad when the new Allison TC-10 comes out. Move over manual here I come! Sticks are fun from time to time, but after previously driving buses with the Allison automatic, its a dream to drive.

 

I just know I'm not giving up my maual w/out a fight.

 

Lol. Good post here and true too!

 

So now there is a Crapcadia Evolution and now an International Evolution too?

Adam

 

Do you really think that manual transmissions are going to be obsolete in the next 5 years?

 

What makes you think the vp of western express knows anything about trucking?
I predict in 5 years all western express trucks will be driven by felons on parole with an electronic ankle bracelet that doubles as an elog device!

 

In case the people at Western Express are reading this; Freightliner Cascadias Evo's properly spec'd do get 7-8mpg depending on loads. I would say the ProStar would be able to get that. Need proof, view members results here:

http://www.thetruckersreport.com/tr...istner/241458-running-with-jct-part-deux.html

KH

 

Yeah, for heavy haulers, sitework drivers, vocational applications, etc.... just not seeing it.