Hi there this takes me back to the NINETIES WHEN I USED TO PULL FOR A COMPANY CALLED ZIEGLERS OUT OF AACHEN BK FOR ENGLAND ... GOOD VIDEO BRO IVE JUST SUBSCRIBED TOO 🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧👍
Hello Ben, I've just came across your channel today. I've subbed and I'm really enjoying your video. I've come over from Trucker Jenko, who always gives you a shout out 😁
Lokeren my home town :-) I use that slipway up to the E-17 regurarly. So one day when I'm on and I see a blue truck with a yellow Breeze plate... I'll open my window and wave like a lunatic ;-)
Hi there Ben. Just been watching TruckerJenko, and he recommended you to us. Anyway, look forward to watching your trips. Me and my hubby Tom, have done a lot of driving around western Europe (although not Spain), whilst on holiday with the folding camper (better to tow than a caravan). Our first trip was to West Germany (as it was then) as he'd been in the Army and did quite a bit of time over there. So it will be nice to see where you go and where we visited as well.
8:15 if you want some insider information on the kennedy tunnel for trucks: if there is a traffic jam from far away then the right most lane is usually fastest, this holds till you're on the intersection. Somewhere on the intersection (for example 8:40) the middle lane becomes faster because of the traffic from E34 being added to the right lane. With just one lane change you can save some good time and fuel
OK Ben. Have now watched the video, which was brilliant. Love it. You just did the trip that we did on our first time over. Not sure about which tunnel we went through in Antwerp, but we were headed towards Arnhem in Holland, then over to Germany via Aachen, although back in the early 1980s, we didn't see that much traffic that you did going through the tunnel
The Kennedy tunnel which connect or is part of the ring road through the centre of Antwerp is actually built in an old drainage system, hence it is so low as you go through Antwerp. Huge pumping stations are dotted all along. I was born not far from there lol.
Found you in you tube loved it mate as an ex hgv1 did six months then crashed the car leaving me parylsed last 40 years,did Ingolstadt in a transit once ,loved your vid mate
Great video. It’s great to see what goes on. Been stuck in Belgium a few times while been on holiday on the coach. All good fun lol. Safe journeys and can’t wait for more videos.
Hi there. Enjoyed the vlog, like some of the others I have been watching Trucker Jenko as well and he recommended to watch your vlogs and give you a sub. Looking forward to more of your content.👍
Can't believe that serving food is no longer. It was never a great meal but it was free and kept you going for a few hours a cheap little meal isn't much compared to the price of the train tickets.
My best friends dad drove for the same company as you when they were under the Mortimer name driving then new scania 143 streamline tags. Glad the same colours have been kept all these years.
I loved the video! I’ve got question for you, is there a place you can go to do your laundry? It seems like truck drivers in Europe have better services than in the USA. Thanks!
Yes mate, lots of the service stations & many supermarkets have washing & drying facilities at very reasonable prices. Great question & thank you for getting involved.
Tell me about it. I’ve tried all sorts & apparently the sister truck is the same but he’s cured his & gave me a tip to try when I get her back from MOT 🤞🙏🏽👍🏽
@@The_Breeze1 I’ve just had the whole cab apart in the Volvo I’ve got to stop a bad screech turned out it was rear cab suspension locks. Was driving me crazy 😝
Good video, Traffic can be a nightmare in Belgium especially Antwerp. Just inquiring what do you use for recording, going back at European work in January so it would be great to record stuff. Is it GoPro?
I do have a GoPro but rarely use it as it’s more effort to download the card onto a laptop then edit it etc so mostly I just use an iPhone 12 Pro. Cheers for looking in bud.
@@The_Breeze1 thanks for the reply. Yes I've heard a few more say that. Will see, keep up the good work. I worked in Dixon's in Dublin about 10 years ago, Broughtons trucks often loaded in there, nice to see a company invest in the fleet, especially painting the trucks instead of boring white trucks
The boss man hates white trucks & it’s great they’re painted not just wrapped too. Do one have nice stuff & used to sponsor Jack Kennedy in BSB when I drove the race truck for Appleyard Macadams 😃
I actually saw you i was on osnebrock Amsterdam motorway 🛣 in my maltevan T3 vw i beleave you're collect a trailer from smits 60 across bad Bentheim border
Hi Ben Just about to start back on European work. So I have a quick question. How do you get around the 90 day European Schengen Rules. As all of the work I will be doing is Between France, Germany, Italy, Spain, and Holland & Belgium. Your help would be appreciated.
Nice one Ben. That was a long bob tail😂 did you run with the tag up or would that have been too choppy? I presume the trailer will eventually be liveried up in those great colours 😊
Pretty close bud 👍🏽. I was brought up in Wales but am now (& originally) from Yorkshire which is why the unusual twang. Thanks for watching & a great question 😊
You have no idea how lucky you are to live in a country where you can buy a SCANIA TRUCK . They won’t allow the brand to be sold in the USA . Because it would put American big rig manufacturing out of business in less then a decade .
It’s always a pleasure to watch your videos/vlog’s 👍
Many thanks Chris.
I m a new subscriber and really enjoying what I see.keep up good work
Welcome aboard Peter & thanks.
nice v/log will be watching in the future cheers. trucker jenko recomended this👍--👌.
Cheers Alan (& Jenko). I’m looking forward to meeting him 😉
Hi there this takes me back to the NINETIES WHEN I USED TO PULL FOR A COMPANY CALLED ZIEGLERS OUT OF AACHEN BK FOR ENGLAND ... GOOD VIDEO BRO IVE JUST SUBSCRIBED TOO 🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧👍
Ziegler are still going. I used to do a lot of work for one of their main UK subbies in Yorkshire. Cheers Drew 👍🏽
Hj, Im a pre UK motorway van boy just popped over from Jenko smart move, enjoying your vids.
Great stuff & thanks for joining Adrian 👍🏽
As a eeuro trucker of 40years these nostalgia trips are great 😅
Glad you’re enjoying them mate 👍🏽
Hello Ben, I've just came across your channel today. I've subbed and I'm really enjoying your video. I've come over from Trucker Jenko, who always gives you a shout out 😁
Welcome aboard Mick.
Lokeren my home town :-) I use that slipway up to the E-17 regurarly. So one day when I'm on and I see a blue truck with a yellow Breeze plate... I'll open my window and wave like a lunatic ;-)
I look forward to seeing you 😃
Hi there Ben. Just been watching TruckerJenko, and he recommended you to us. Anyway, look forward to watching your trips. Me and my hubby Tom, have done a lot of driving around western Europe (although not Spain), whilst on holiday with the folding camper (better to tow than a caravan). Our first trip was to West Germany (as it was then) as he'd been in the Army and did quite a bit of time over there. So it will be nice to see where you go and where we visited as well.
Hi & welcome along. We don’t do a lot into Germany & I’m yet to vlog a trip but hopefully will soon 👍🏽
I live in Melksham and see your lorries most days and I see Jenko is joining you. All the best.
I cannot confirm that rumour ☺️. Thanks for watching 😃
Hello. I think it's good that you show inside the train 🚆.
Thank you very much Henry, glad you liked it.
8:15 if you want some insider information on the kennedy tunnel for trucks: if there is a traffic jam from far away then the right most lane is usually fastest, this holds till you're on the intersection. Somewhere on the intersection (for example 8:40) the middle lane becomes faster because of the traffic from E34 being added to the right lane. With just one lane change you can save some good time and fuel
Ive noticed that & you're obviously exactly right. Sometimes i do then others i don't, just depends how I'm feeling really. Thanks Jesse, great info !
Hi Ben just started watching your channel trucker Jenko said to have a look great blogs and now subscribed to your channel 🏴🏴👍👍
Thank you Mark (& Jenko) 😃
great content and quality mate, really enjoy watching these and your journeys around europe ....
Thanks Terry, glad to have you along for the ride 😃
Nice one mate trailers will look great when dressed.
Good old captain he knows everywhere.
True that Kev on both counts 😂
Interesting and thanks for posting.
Glad you enjoyed it Tim 😃
SC in Vreden...that's where the coolers are made, the other trailers (curtain) are made in Altenberge, not far away from there
Ah, we’ve picked our Euroliners up from there. Lovely pieces of kit.
OK Ben. Have now watched the video, which was brilliant. Love it. You just did the trip that we did on our first time over. Not sure about which tunnel we went through in Antwerp, but we were headed towards Arnhem in Holland, then over to Germany via Aachen, although back in the early 1980s, we didn't see that much traffic that you did going through the tunnel
It’s heaving around Antwerp as they’re doing upgrades & all sorts as it’s such a bottleneck. Thanks for looking in though.
The Kennedy tunnel which connect or is part of the ring road through the centre of Antwerp is actually built in an old drainage system, hence it is so low as you go through Antwerp. Huge pumping stations are dotted all along. I was born not far from there lol.
Wow that’s interesting ! Thanks for sharing mate & keep watching 😊
This was a great watch on my day off with a nice cup of tea, keep up the good work 🙂👍
Cheers Fordy, glad you liked it 😊
Found you in you tube loved it mate as an ex hgv1 did six months then crashed the car leaving me parylsed last 40 years,did Ingolstadt in a transit once ,loved your vid mate
Many thanks David, glad you enjoyed it 👍🏽
Great video. It’s great to see what goes on. Been stuck in Belgium a few times while been on holiday on the coach. All good fun lol.
Safe journeys and can’t wait for more videos.
Cheers, will do & thanks for watching.
Great video many thanks, Mr Jenko sent me over to you, Cheers,
Thanks for coming & to Jenko for sending you. Welcome 😃
Thanks for showing the drivers carriage. Very interesting.
No problem, someone asked for it. Glad you enjoyed it my friend.
Trucker Jenko recommend nice one enjoyed 👍🏴
Thanks for coming by Glyn 😃
Great POV. Thanks for the video
No problem. Glad you enjoyed it my friend.
Hi there. Enjoyed the vlog, like some of the others I have been watching Trucker Jenko as well and he recommended to watch your vlogs and give you a sub. Looking forward to more of your content.👍
Thanks Thomas & welcome along for the ride 😃
Trucker Jenko sent me to you, subscribed mate
Cheers Jim & welcome aboard.
Good video, I've never been comfortable picking up a brand new trailer because even a tiny scratch on it is down to you
Very true, it’s a lovely piece of kit too. Cheers for looking in mate.
Trucker Jenko said take a look.. Now subscribe looking forward to the videos. As always to you guys and girls be safe out there.😊
Thanks for the sub Paul & you take care too.
Great to be on another European adventure with you
Welcome along Gary 😃
Two in one day right spoilt 👍
Haha, yup 👍🏽. Cheers for looking mate.
Another great video shame about the weather stay safe
Thanks, you too Noel.
Really enjoyed that... 👍
Thanks. Glad you enjoyed it Brian. Plenty more to go at (& to come) 😉
Thanks. Glad you enjoyed it Brian. Plenty more to go at (& to come) 😉
Enjoyed the video fella, TJ sent me here, Sub added 👍
Thanks for the sub & thanks to Jenko too 😃
good video Martyn suggested subscribing to your channel
Cheers David (& Jenko) I’m looking forward to meeting him 😉
Top video as always fella
Thanks Jake & keep watching mate.
Another cracking video Ben, keep em coming 💪💪🤝🤝
Cheers Alex & thanks again.
A Nice Easy Run For A Change LoL Please Stay Safe.
It was 😊. Good fun too apart from the delay loading but it did make me try a new parking spot in Hungerford where I had a fantastic meal 👍🏽
big hello i am from jenko from norwich thank you
Hello there Chris & welcome along.
another great vlog
Thanks again Ash 😊
Brilliant video keep them coming very interesting lets give this guy some subs 👍
Much appreciated Darren & thanks for watching.
Jenko put me on to you he said you make good videos 😂😂😂😂❤
Hi Robert, I hope you enjoy them too 😃
Hello..Trucker Jenko sent me over...
Good old Martyn, thanks for joining us mate.
The Captain made it on in commentary if nothing else 👍🏼
He did John. I’m trying to schedule a Q&A with him for a future video. Might be a laugh 😃
TRUCK JENKO IS NOW GOING TO THE CONTIENT 👍👍
So I see. I’ll have to up my game eh 😉
Your better coz you don't grunt and groun every time there's a bump in the road.Whatching from Austalia.@@The_Breeze1
I use to go solo to Denmark from immingham
Wow, nice trip though 😃
Trucker Jenko recommended checking out your channel, quite good so have subscribed :)
Cheers Steve, I’m honoured ☺️. Keep watching mate.
Can't believe that serving food is no longer. It was never a great meal but it was free and kept you going for a few hours a cheap little meal isn't much compared to the price of the train tickets.
It’s all about “savings” (cost cutting 😉) nowadays Lyndon. Shame though as you say it’d put you on for a couple of hours. Cheers buddy, keep watching.
My best friends dad drove for the same company as you when they were under the Mortimer name driving then new scania 143 streamline tags. Glad the same colours have been kept all these years.
Thanks for your comments Sam & yes the colours are great aren’t they ! Keep watching buddy.
Just found your blog’s buddy very good,how you doing?
All good mate thanks. Good to see you here 😉
I loved the video! I’ve got question for you, is there a place you can go to do your laundry? It seems like truck drivers in Europe have better services than in the USA. Thanks!
Yes mate, lots of the service stations & many supermarkets have washing & drying facilities at very reasonable prices. Great question & thank you for getting involved.
That squeak 🙉🙉🙉
Tell me about it. I’ve tried all sorts & apparently the sister truck is the same but he’s cured his & gave me a tip to try when I get her back from MOT 🤞🙏🏽👍🏽
@@The_Breeze1 I’ve just had the whole cab apart in the Volvo I’ve got to stop a bad screech turned out it was rear cab suspension locks. Was driving me crazy 😝
This turned out to be the fridge runners & base. I’m still working on it but it’s less now 🤬
Did you enjoy the road 🛣️ trip to Germany in the Scania S540 Ben 👍
Yes mate, it was a great drive thanks 😃
Good video, Traffic can be a nightmare in Belgium especially Antwerp. Just inquiring what do you use for recording, going back at European work in January so it would be great to record stuff. Is it GoPro?
I do have a GoPro but rarely use it as it’s more effort to download the card onto a laptop then edit it etc so mostly I just use an iPhone 12 Pro. Cheers for looking in bud.
@@The_Breeze1 thanks for the reply. Yes I've heard a few more say that. Will see, keep up the good work.
I worked in Dixon's in Dublin about 10 years ago, Broughtons trucks often loaded in there, nice to see a company invest in the fleet, especially painting the trucks instead of boring white trucks
The boss man hates white trucks & it’s great they’re painted not just wrapped too. Do one have nice stuff & used to sponsor Jack Kennedy in BSB when I drove the race truck for Appleyard Macadams 😃
So the thumbnail is what got me interested. As soon as I saw the route, I thought, he’s of to Vreden for a new fridge trailer. Let’s see if I’m right…
And were you right……..?
I actually saw you i was on osnebrock Amsterdam motorway 🛣 in my maltevan T3 vw i beleave you're collect a trailer from smits 60 across bad Bentheim border
I picked up a brand new reefer from Schmitz mate yes 👍🏽😃
Hi Ben Just about to start back on European work. So I have a quick question. How do you get around the 90 day European Schengen Rules. As all of the work I will be doing is Between France, Germany, Italy, Spain, and Holland & Belgium. Your help would be appreciated.
It’s a very grey area mate but no-one seems to be bothered by it. That’s apart from some of the drivers horror stories over on FB 🤔
Nice one Ben. That was a long bob tail😂 did you run with the tag up or would that have been too choppy? I presume the trailer will eventually be liveried up in those great colours 😊
Tag up Peter & yes it was rough over some sections but gotta think of the Company & tyre wear eh 😃. Cheers pal.
Is it Shane Williams doing the voiceover??
It’s not no. Who’s Shane Williams anyway ?
When was this filmed as no bad weather
Just last week after the storms.
Alright mate, just curious on the Welsh/Geordie twang or am I just hearing things?
Pretty close bud 👍🏽. I was brought up in Wales but am now (& originally) from Yorkshire which is why the unusual twang. Thanks for watching & a great question 😊
@@The_Breeze1 Ahh, almost there! Great video, smart driving.
Thanks bud.
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😃😊😊😉👍🏽
Your work load might increase a bit as the Captains got passport issues 😳
Yes I’ve heard. I was just on the phone to him relishing his UK work - NOT 😂
What sat nav are u using for Europe please?
Hi Nick, I use a Garmin Dezl but have another (budget model) to review so keep watching 😉
how much fuel do u use on a average trip...and how much does it cost ya??
About 10mpg if we’re lucky & just less than pump price.
How many trucks can they get on one train assuming they're all artics
Up to 32 I’m told. Good question & thanks 👍🏽😃
On that sign Federal Republic Germany 😁Germany is the German Reich 1871 - 1919 , with their flag BLACK GOLD YELLOW.
Thanks Steve, great information 👍🏽
wheres broughton chester or preston .And wide people cant use the train ,
Broughton GIFFORD is near Bristol & do you mean wide loads or people as I’ve seen some real fat folk on the train 😂
Eat more chips 🍟
& drink more milk & eat more veg 😂😂
I really want to be a Euro trucker.
Do it mate !
YOU CU.T YOU DIDN'T RECORD THE TRUCK BEING LOADED ONTO THE TRAIN.TRANSLATED BY BILLY PO 012
It’s been shown on many of my other videos so I didn’t want to repeat it too many times 😊. Thanks for looking 😉
The cartel have paid off top officials meaning you should have no trouble with customs.
Not sure what you’re saying there Brendan ?
PICKO MALA STO NISI SNIMIO UTOVAR KAMIONA NA VOZ.BILLY PO 012
Shown many times previously.
so small...
Yes ?
You need to invest in a microphone. I can hardly understand you.
Cheers David, I have one on trial atm.
Hi buddy🙋♂️Jenko send me here SUB👌👌
Cheers Artur, you’re very welcome here 😃
You have no idea how lucky you are to live in a country where you can buy a SCANIA TRUCK . They won’t allow the brand to be sold in the USA . Because it would put American big rig manufacturing out of business in less then a decade .
I thought they were allowed like Volvo ? They certainly are a nice truck.
I think you should invest in a decent microphone it sounds like you are mumbling
I think you’re right David. I have a lapel Mike but keep forgetting to bring it so I’m going to try remember & see if it improves. Cheers pal.
Damn inconsiderate of you with no trailer , where will the illegals hide ? Oh silly me , they don’t go that way 😂
Haha, luckily you’re right. Did ALL the checks coming back though 😉