Great job, you are showing so many aspects of driving that people don't think about, like driving time, backing into slots, helping others, how you have to bobtail to get empties, to lot lizards. As a female driver I experienced both discrimination and super nice male drivers. Fond memories, but glad to be retired now.
Truck driver here, as long as the gun is in the truck you can travel with it statewide without a license while also being properly stored, only exception is places like military bases and even if you have a license to carry it still applies for bases. It's when you take it out with you when it becomes a different story but yeah no one's telling me I can't carry with BLM about ready to go nuts because I drive a cotton truck and it's red so I'm a huge Target and I ain't going down as a helpless victim.
Back in the day the Lizards were all over the place. They were mostly drug-heads high on who-knows-what. The kind you would not touch with a rubber glove on the end of a 10 foot pole.
I'm not a truck driver. I worked on a potato farm from Wisconsin. I really like your videos. My father was a truck driver. I would go with him many times when I was a kid. Your videos bring back memories of my father. Thank you.
As a truck driver my self. It’s to see that ur actually a good swift driver. We in the trucking community all know about swift and some of the bad drivers they have. Good job dude. 👍🏼👍🏼
So many people don't take into consideration the amount of trucks swift has on the roads,the more trucks a company has on the roads are more likely to see in wrecks,bad drivers are everywhere unfortunately.From my own experience the worst drivers were 4 wheelers only a couple times have I had issues with another truck and swift was not it.
I’m also a truck driver and I see a lot of swift trucks and a lot of them can’t drive. So now I know why the swift company got there trucks Turn down so slow.😂😂😂
Much appreciation for you truck drivers. I actually work for Walmart myself and you truckers are vital for our day to day operations. Enjoyed the video.
@Bat GS Thanks! You truckers do so much for us every day and we can’t really go about our lives without you. For me at Walmart, the trucks are vital to keeping our customers happy and keeping the sales rolling. For us associates, it also keeps us busy and we appreciate that very much.
@@baelevatorsmore728 Thx again. We appreciate U helping us..help U. That should B what life is about. Unfortunately many think not. Delivering 2 a WallyWorld DC (as well as many other suppliers and receivers) is bad on drivers and some companies. I have done end 2 end transport. That is from the ground, thru the channels and 2 the consumer. Usually it does not work that way. Many do parts in such a chain. They never C all of the aspects. As U, I only know after it hits Ur store...which is near the end of the chain. Many hands, miles and hours prior U went 2 Ur destination. Those in control do not get their hands dirty and sleep at night w/ family. Many of the rest of us do not
Thanks for sharing. I was reminded of going with my Dad in the summer months when he drove for a wholesale lumber yard out of LIncoln, Nebraska. He would have got a chuckle out of the struggles the newby driver had getting into his slot. Blessings to you sir, and as I tell my grandchildren - Keep the shiny side up, and the greasy side down. Take care. I'll catch you on a future video.
i dont know why i watched this it was in my suggested videos list... oddly satisfying watching someone good at his job enjoying his work. godspeed truck guy!
I like how you show all the aspects of driving these trucks. I sure miss it, and I am going back to it soon. This is how I started out in life, at 15 years old. That was in the late 70s for me.....
Congratulations Benny on your Swift accolade!!!! You're a excellent narrator and you speak to subject matter that we that are on the way to becoming driving really appreciate!!!! You provide a true to life experience w/o all the complaining and moaning!!!! Thanks Benny!!!!
Good for you man you are the definition of a good driver I know Swift gets a bad rep and believe me some of the guys do deserve it but you are a great driver and I could have samples of us truck drivers keep up the great work man love the content always look forward to the next upload
I love your videos. Im a trucker and people dont realize we see alot of stuff in the field from lot lizards to bad weather but the gig is definitely fun and i wouldn't trade it for the world. Love your videos bro.
I do have to say, that is a really nice Freightliner, it's nice to see a Swift driver that can not only drive forward but can back a trailer up. Started out in a warehouse and running a yard goat and started driving. Great video and be safe
Another great video man. I'm about 60 hours til I'm solo and off my mentor truck. Been doing so many Walmart loads from Walmart DC in Utah. Lots of trips to Las Vegas 🥵. Stay safe out there bud!
I drove Nationwide and Canada. Now I drive local. I've had lot lizards banging on my door. I've seen completely nude ones in california once. When they seen me watching them they tried to cover themselves. I laughed at them. I drove in all kinds of weather and terrain without tire chains. I've been trucking since 2003
Wow, the first thing I would own is a CB radio. I enjoyed not only listening and talking to other drivers but it is a very useful tool. Other drivers will inform others of the road conditions up ahead or even an accident that has the interstate shutdown, so you can find another route or find a spot to park and wait for the road conditions to change for the better. Take full advantage of the CB radio, it pays for it self.
Always lower your landing gear first. It's just a good habit to get in to doing. It may save you in the future. I like your patience as well. A must have in trucking to make it enjoyable.
Blessings and Thank you for what you do. Long ago Cross country wide loads, Know what you go through. Shot at, Windshield blown out by debris thrown off over pass in Toledo, worse lot lizard rodeo at a rest stop on Penn Turnpike. Forget the sleep just left and kept driving... Always preferred night driving when not wide loads, (Own Rigs & Equipment). Loved the stars and peaceful road time. Stay safe and Trust in your :Lord.!
I like that you keep a clean truck, Not like other drivers that keep their truck like a trash truck. I always kept my tractors clean ! That shows how you live at home to me !
As someone who loads trucks daily, I sit there at the door and watch or should try to watch trucks back up, and I'd say like 80% of them can't back a trailer up in the wide open parking lot we have 🤦♂️
When I drove only for 3 years otr, I also wore shorts an tennis shoes. It's about being comfortable. In winter I did wear appropriate clothing for the weather in case I had to chain up. But otherwise being comfortable.
hey swift , little advice from a old school trucker ! you know how to get rid of lot lizzards just carry a roll of paper towels and a bottle of water and before your nap time wet up a paper towel and leave it on your door step ! lizards will see it and leave cause they figure you are already serviced and you cleaned up the mess! simple resolve for unwanted skanks ! but if you feel the need then go into the flying hook and get ya one of them jb hunt lobster bibs outa the mens room . lol
this is a funny video bro, thanks dude, ohhhh, im a target worker and some of you swift drivers deliver to our stores, NYC queens thanks for your deliveries bro. be safe out there .
Much respect, I don’t know how you guys can drive so long. If I didn’t have someone with me I would probably fall asleep driving! Be safe, thanks for sharing a bird’s eye view of what it’s like being a Truck Driver. 😎👍.
@@bennydrives Thanks for the reply, it would be interested to know for of the mechanical side of how a truck works as well. Example: show how the hitch system works, explain how the breaking system is pressurized without breaking, what is a Jake break, and other things that make a semi different. Also maybe talk about cabin comforts and gadgets, etc. Be safe my friend, 😎👍
@@bennydrives Yep lot of interesting thing about trucks that many don’t know of. Example how much do decent new tires cost, how much pressure do semi tires hold, can you change a flat tire yourself, or do you need to call towing, how much does a tow cost, is it ok to accidentally run your fuel tanks dry, Glow plugs or spark plugs, do you need to run your engine to provide power to ac unit when Summer, or for heat in winter if sleeping in your truck, etc.
Made many trips with my dad when I was young. Mostly to make sure he was staying awake. Hauled a lot of beer. Back in those days could tour the breweries. Let you help yourself to drinks also. Back in the good ole days.
What hours do you like to drive man? Or do you just gotta base it off when you pick up and stuff? Or can you just set a specific time you like to run? Thanks man.
Do you get any kickbacks for suggesting new drivers? I'm supposed to hear from a recruiter Monday. Won't make the change for a couple months, but want to start planning for when I do. Merry Christmas man.
I use to be a hostler at a train yard. The key is to count 4 trailers on the left, turn sharp right then position to back up. It will line you right up every time to the hole. Damn I was good back in the day. Thousands of trailers and cans parked and only one minor accident, but not while backing.
After retiring from 30 years of driving big rigs, I've seen many, MANY drivers who don't have a CLUE how to drive safely. At least 80% had SWIFT on the side of their trucks.
Everybody says it's so! So I believe them. Ha. I used to work for Lanter Cold Storage, loading trucks inside the caves in KC KS. I'm pretty sure we loaded Swift trucks w/ meat - but that was in the 1980's, so my memory may be wrong.
I made two drop & hook stop's on the way to Campbell soup I carried their loads from coast to coast for two years before I retired. Two days home every six months was too much.
Hey bro I been with swift for 2 months now, I’m loving it. Anyways I been wanting to start a RUclips channel for trucking. Any tips you could share or recommended equipment?
Mad respect for Truckers bro. My grandfather used to drive a truck in Cuba BACK in the good old days pre castro and my dad has some stories!! Apparently my grandpa had women in multiple cities like a real G.
You got that right, stay close go past a little where you drop your trailer. Turn right 90, left 90 then you're lined up. We only had a map and log book.
From 35 years of trucking experience to avoid the working girl’s wad up a paper towel with a little water and put it on the top of the left steer tire and they’ll think you’ve already been serviced.
My guy used to drive a van full of lizards up and down 95 between jersey and Delaware. Let's say he couldn't believe the bread they pulled in. He literally had to save some girls from getting taken on the road with driver's. Yo his stories are hilarious. Stay safe on that road fellas 🤣
way back when i drove the country, it was told to me to put a set of empty boots or such on the steps of your driver side. this was to tell the lot lizards or picklers (pickle park a.k.a. rest area) that you don't need services.
When your driving in the cities how do you know if you can go under a bridge before you approach it. I always see accidents with big rigs not able to go under them
I drove every kind of manual transmission out there, triplex, duplex, and quadruplex Transmission !.never had an Automatic to driver in my lifetime of driving and I always wore sneaks an shorts when driving my self. So your not alone driver. 😃😃😃😃
You got cool vids…didn’t get to see some of them yet..getting to trucking too soon I hope..hey get your self some nice headlamp that will help you at night hooking and unhooking..great job!
After you said you was a help that guy back that trailer up in the spot when that van went around them. Was that me or did that van look like it was going about 40 miles an hour
I managed a truck stop years ago. Do the lot lizards look any better than they used to or is it still the same quality? On TV they make them look a hell of a lot better than I remember. 😂
Great video bro. Had me laughing my ass off with the lot lizard. Nice of you to help the rookie. I’m learning 90 degrees in school now. Not easy for us rookies. You make it look smooth dude. Thanks for the content!
Did you know Swift invests millions of dollars in autonomous truck research? 👍 Keep up the good work. Putting money in the Pocket of a company trying to put us all out of a job so they can profit more in the future.
Meh...I wouldn't worry about it. That technology isn't even possible. Think about daily driving and all the shit a person deals with when driving an 18 wheeler. Do you really think software will be able to anticipate for all that? No way. Domino pizza can't even get a "driverless" car deliver a pizza on city streets.
Ooo, Walmart dc in Seymour IN… I gotta go there all the time to grab pallet loads for Indy delivery. Huh… not makin’ excuses for my pumpkin brethren, but all the times I’ve delivered there, they never had me slide tandems like that. No wonder he was having a hard time.
Hey bro...great content man...I love pov vids like this. Like when u just chat and show backing and coupling trailers...good stuff. There's another RUclips guy kinda like you...His name is Chez. He used to drive swift and show pov videos and talks with chat like you...Both you guys got me looking into changing careers to trucking...be safe and keep these vids coming...and congrats with Swift liking your channel!!
I remember my first encounter with a lot lizard lol "I was just trying to get some money for some cigarettes' and a shower, you think we could work something out?"
Friends dad driver. When 11 or 12 we'd go with him on shorter trip like Knoxville to Ohio. Took fridge trailer with meat from slaughterhouse to Kelly canning plant. Return trip canned meat to supply house in Knoxville. He always stayed 2 or3 days before return "waiting on load". Spent them in little bar getting drink with girl friend while we played pin ball and pretty much ran amock. Made us swear not to tell. Guess I finally did!
10 years trucking, heard your comment about shorts and shoes, I get it it's hot but wait till a load lock let's go and you open the doors to something falling out of the trailer or you miss step and tear your shins on the steps. I do wear tennis shoes but they are steel toe! Stay safe! And keep it in the right lane except to pass of course!
14:00 could been me(not saying it is), I am still a rookie and have not been out enough to have the experience. I have my CDL always one reason or another I am not able to go on the road. Thanks for sharing!
Been driving 49 years i almost seen it all lot of good times the days of the big trucks always had triple digit truck and work for owner operator no fleet trucks
I think I found the problem. Although I do keep my phone plugged in all day but I won’t use my phone to record anything? I’m going to play with the audio settings and see.
Lizards should make pretty good money. I was on a cross country run with my b/f a couple years ago. Lot was full when we stopped for the night and had to park way in the back. From the time I walked into the store and back to the truck I had 6 offers from drivers.
Interesting Video..I was curious if you're Map could be moved over to the door post more. Big portion of glass and view you're covering there. Just Sayin!
Great video...Thanks for the driving lesson. Now that I just learned how to maneuver one of these big rigs, I'm ready to go get me a job application. I'll worry about getting my class A driver license at a later date. I never drove one these, but after watching this I feel like a pro.
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I apologize for the static in the video. I’m not sure why it’s happening but I’ll figure it out 🤔
Static possibly from a phone charger plugged up while you also have camera plugged in..
What Steve said or sometimes having a wireless device (cell phone, GPS) near your camera can cause audio interference.
Thanks for the insight. I’ll try some things out
🤦♂I was moving my speakers around 🤔 then checked the comments to see this😂😂😂
Bad mic. Its got dirt in it.
My uncle said one night a lot lizards was beating on his door. I said did you let her in he said no. She was wanting out.
Too funny! That's what happens when you park on the gravel.
LOL, Good One!!
Lmaooooo, unc is a legend 🤣🤣🤣
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Oh shit 😆
Great job, you are showing so many aspects of driving that people don't think about, like driving time, backing into slots, helping others, how you have to bobtail to get empties, to lot lizards. As a female driver I experienced both discrimination and super nice male drivers. Fond memories, but glad to be retired now.
I think that cdl holders who pass concealed carry in states that are recognized throughout the nation should be able to carry a hand gun
What does that even mean?
@@rickcleveland5326 they can legally carry their hand gun nation wide without any consequences as long as they have their gun license.
Truck driver here, as long as the gun is in the truck you can travel with it statewide without a license while also being properly stored, only exception is places like military bases and even if you have a license to carry it still applies for bases. It's when you take it out with you when it becomes a different story but yeah no one's telling me I can't carry with BLM about ready to go nuts because I drive a cotton truck and it's red so I'm a huge Target and I ain't going down as a helpless victim.
Sorry about that I read that wrong but my last comment still stands
@@mremu4358 so you think BLM is going to target you because you haul cotton?🤣🤣🤣
Back in the day the Lizards were all over the place. They were mostly drug-heads high on who-knows-what. The kind you would not touch with a rubber glove on the end of a 10 foot pole.
I'm not a truck driver. I worked on a potato farm from Wisconsin. I really like your videos. My father was a truck driver. I would go with him many times when I was a kid. Your videos bring back memories of my father. Thank you.
I’m glad I could get you in touch with those memories man
Are there any places out there in Wisconsin for rent
As a truck driver my self. It’s to see that ur actually a good swift driver. We in the trucking community all know about swift and some of the bad drivers they have. Good job dude. 👍🏼👍🏼
So many people don't take into consideration the amount of trucks swift has on the roads,the more trucks a company has on the roads are more likely to see in wrecks,bad drivers are everywhere unfortunately.From my own experience the worst drivers were 4 wheelers only a couple times have I had issues with another truck and swift was not it.
I’m also a truck driver and I see a lot of swift trucks and a lot of them can’t drive. So now I know why the swift company got there trucks Turn down so slow.😂😂😂
Does Swift still keep speeds at 55, talkabout a poorly named company.
@@YMagoulo its 65 max 68 with double tap on the peddle for 60 mins only
Swift will forever suck!! STAY OUT THE HAMMER LANE!!!
Much appreciation for you truck drivers. I actually work for Walmart myself and you truckers are vital for our day to day operations. Enjoyed the video.
No, Truckers are INPERATIVE to "everyone's" day-to-day life, not just Walmarts day to day operation....
@Wild West Unlimited That’s true. I was just showing my appreciation to him for delivering a Walmart load.
Bummer not many share Ur thoughts and appreciation. Thx.
@Bat GS Thanks! You truckers do so much for us every day and we can’t really go about our lives without you. For me at Walmart, the trucks are vital to keeping our customers happy and keeping the sales rolling. For us associates, it also keeps us busy and we appreciate that very much.
@@baelevatorsmore728 Thx again. We appreciate U helping us..help U. That should B what life is about. Unfortunately many think not. Delivering 2 a WallyWorld DC (as well as many other suppliers and receivers) is bad on drivers and some companies. I have done end 2 end transport. That is from the ground, thru the channels and 2 the consumer. Usually it does not work that way. Many do parts in such a chain. They never C all of the aspects. As U, I only know after it hits Ur store...which is near the end of the chain. Many hands, miles and hours prior U went 2 Ur destination. Those in control do not get their hands dirty and sleep at night w/ family. Many of the rest of us do not
Thanks for sharing. I was reminded of going with my Dad in the summer months when he drove for a wholesale lumber yard out of LIncoln, Nebraska. He would have got a chuckle out of the struggles the newby driver had getting into his slot. Blessings to you sir, and as I tell my grandchildren - Keep the shiny side up, and the greasy side down. Take care. I'll catch you on a future video.
i dont know why i watched this it was in my suggested videos list... oddly satisfying watching someone good at his job enjoying his work. godspeed truck guy!
I worked for that exact Walmart distribution for 26 years . Great video ! Take care and stay safe my friend!!
I like how you show all the aspects of driving these trucks. I sure miss it, and I am going back to it soon. This is how I started out in life, at 15 years old. That was in the late 70s for me.....
Don't park at parking lots that aren't truck stops! Post signs on your truck windows "No LOT LIZARDS"!
Congratulations Benny on your Swift accolade!!!! You're a excellent narrator and you speak to subject matter that we that are on the way to becoming driving really appreciate!!!! You provide a true to life experience w/o all the complaining and moaning!!!! Thanks Benny!!!!
Thanks for the support. If it wasn’t for you guys I probably wouldn’t have continued making videos!
Good for you man you are the definition of a good driver I know Swift gets a bad rep and believe me some of the guys do deserve it but you are a great driver and I could have samples of us truck drivers keep up the great work man love the content always look forward to the next upload
I love your videos. Im a trucker and people dont realize we see alot of stuff in the field from lot lizards to bad weather but the gig is definitely fun and i wouldn't trade it for the world. Love your videos bro.
Thanks man! Drive safe
Great work your an asset to Swift to bad they're not all like you.
I do have to say, that is a really nice Freightliner, it's nice to see a Swift driver that can not only drive forward but can back a trailer up. Started out in a warehouse and running a yard goat and started driving. Great video and be safe
Another great video man. I'm about 60 hours til I'm solo and off my mentor truck.
Been doing so many Walmart loads from Walmart DC in Utah. Lots of trips to Las Vegas 🥵. Stay safe out there bud!
Sounds great man. I know exactly what Walmart you’re talking about. Good luck with everything!
You're making that money. That's a good haul.
I drove Nationwide and Canada. Now I drive local. I've had lot lizards banging on my door. I've seen completely nude ones in california once. When they seen me watching them they tried to cover themselves. I laughed at them. I drove in all kinds of weather and terrain without tire chains. I've been trucking since 2003
Besides TA in Ontario, CA. What other trucks have u seen them, just to name a few?
@@petrosbechet4356 Dallas Texas and a few other places. I think a lot of them are driving trucks now because I don't hear much about them anymore. LoL
Wow, the first thing I would own is a CB radio. I enjoyed not only listening and talking to other drivers but it is a very useful tool. Other drivers will inform others of the road conditions up ahead or even an accident that has the interstate shutdown, so you can find another route or find a spot to park and wait for the road conditions to change for the better. Take full advantage of the CB radio, it pays for it self.
Benny…..thanks for making great videos!!! Not one sided to any race….just a nice and natural video of your daily life in the cab! Great Job!!!👍👍👍
Thank you I appreciate the support !
Always lower your landing gear first. It's just a good habit to get in to doing. It may save you in the future. I like your patience as well. A must have in trucking to make it enjoyable.
Blessings and Thank you for what you do. Long ago Cross country wide loads, Know what you go through. Shot at, Windshield blown out by debris thrown off over pass in Toledo, worse lot lizard rodeo at a rest stop on Penn Turnpike. Forget the sleep just left and kept driving... Always preferred night driving when not wide loads, (Own Rigs & Equipment). Loved the stars and peaceful road time. Stay safe and Trust in your :Lord.!
I like that you keep a clean truck, Not like other drivers that keep their truck like a trash truck. I always kept my tractors clean ! That shows how you live at home to me !
As someone who loads trucks daily, I sit there at the door and watch or should try to watch trucks back up, and I'd say like 80% of them can't back a trailer up in the wide open parking lot we have 🤦♂️
They don't have Lot Lizards anymore! Now they're Coin Operated Bunk Monkeys! They'll swing from truck to truck, and eat your banana!! LMAO
When I drove only for 3 years otr, I also wore shorts an tennis shoes. It's about being comfortable. In winter I did wear appropriate clothing for the weather in case I had to chain up. But otherwise being comfortable.
hey swift , little advice from a old school trucker ! you know how to get rid of lot lizzards just carry a roll of paper towels and a bottle of water and before your nap time wet up a paper towel and leave it on your door step ! lizards will see it and leave cause they figure you are already serviced and you cleaned up the mess! simple resolve for unwanted skanks ! but if you feel the need then go into the flying hook and get ya one of them jb hunt lobster bibs outa the mens room . lol
Lol I love it 😂
The light test button is something new. Never had anything like that on the older trucks. You drivers out there now run with total comfort.
School buses have that feature and it’s helpful to ensure all lights are working.
My nephew drives for WalMart. I appreciate your videos. Keep up the good work!!!!
this is a funny video bro, thanks dude, ohhhh, im a target worker and some of you swift drivers deliver to our stores, NYC queens thanks for your deliveries bro. be safe out there .
You're Uncle is Old School.
"Blow this popsicle stand." 😂
Great video. Started with Swift this week and I’m new to trucking. Keep making these videos, I need the motivation 🤗.
I possibly start class 03/7 in Greer, SC. Good luck!
Good luck Shantara!
Much respect, I don’t know how you guys can drive so long. If I didn’t have someone with me I would probably fall asleep driving! Be safe, thanks for sharing a bird’s eye view of what it’s like being a Truck Driver.
😎👍.
Thank you for watching!
@@bennydrives Thanks for the reply, it would be interested to know for of the mechanical side of how a truck works as well. Example: show how the hitch system works, explain how the breaking system is pressurized without breaking, what is a Jake break, and other things that make a semi different. Also maybe talk about cabin comforts and gadgets, etc. Be safe my friend, 😎👍
Gotcha man! I’ll definitely touch on that in future videos
@@bennydrives Yep lot of interesting thing about trucks that many don’t know of. Example how much do decent new tires cost, how much pressure do semi tires hold, can you change a flat tire yourself, or do you need to call towing, how much does a tow cost, is it ok to accidentally run your fuel tanks dry, Glow plugs or spark plugs, do you need to run your engine to provide power to ac unit when Summer, or for heat in winter if sleeping in your truck, etc.
Made many trips with my dad when I was young. Mostly to make sure he was staying awake. Hauled a lot of beer. Back in those days could tour the breweries. Let you help yourself to drinks also. Back in the good ole days.
Very interesting video about the day/night of trucker life. Just subscribed also!
Thank you for sharing this video... i really enjoyed it.. lmao 🤣😂🤣 about the lot lizards... be safe out there...
What hours do you like to drive man? Or do you just gotta base it off when you pick up and stuff? Or can you just set a specific time you like to run? Thanks man.
The clarity of the video is great!
Awesome watching you park. 👍
I use to be the spotter there at Knauf insulation. Those speed bumps sucks. Great video and watch out for those lot lizards. Lol!
You're a cool and humble driver. Respect🤙🏼🤙🏼💯
Thanks!
I'm so glad I found your channel. I'm seriously considering getting my CDL. Thanks for sharing your knowledge with us! What happened in Phoenix?
Glad to hear!
In Phoenix we shot some tik toks and they interviewed me and gave me some cool stuff
@@bennydrives that's awesome! I'm watching your video how you got your cdl through swift right now.
Do you get any kickbacks for suggesting new drivers? I'm supposed to hear from a recruiter Monday. Won't make the change for a couple months, but want to start planning for when I do. Merry Christmas man.
Years ago I worked at the Swift Terminal in Edwardsville Kansas. Met a lot of nice people there. Enjoy your videos.
Thank you for your commitment and your service my friend. And you Give that driver good advice take your time don’t hear anything.
I use to be a hostler at a train yard. The key is to count 4 trailers on the left, turn sharp right then position to back up. It will line you right up every time to the hole. Damn I was good back in the day. Thousands of trailers and cans parked and only one minor accident, but not while backing.
Great job Benny, enjoyed the video. Keep on getting it. Thanks so much,
Thank you!
I'm a trucker from New Zealand and love watching the vedios of drivers from the states
Hell yeah man! Keep on truckin
After retiring from 30 years of driving big rigs, I've seen many, MANY drivers who don't have a CLUE how to drive safely. At least 80% had SWIFT on the side of their trucks.
Good ‘ol Swifty Swift.
Everybody says it's so! So I believe them. Ha. I used to work for Lanter Cold Storage, loading trucks inside the caves in KC KS. I'm pretty sure we loaded Swift trucks w/ meat - but that was in the 1980's, so my memory may be wrong.
Oregon patriot..why do u have the American flag flying upside down?
@@patricialong61 It's a sign of distress. Trouble. And that's whats going on in America today.
@@oregonpatriot1570 A nation in distress. Mine has been waving upside down for a year.
Linehaul drivers can go in straight lines no turns. Your a rare breed
As a wanna be truck driver I'm lovin these videos!
I made two drop & hook stop's on the way to Campbell soup I carried their loads from coast to coast for two years before I retired. Two days home every six months was too much.
Hey bro I been with swift for 2 months now, I’m loving it. Anyways I been wanting to start a RUclips channel for trucking. Any tips you could share or recommended equipment?
I’d keep the basic tools with you. They always help.
Mad respect for Truckers bro. My grandfather used to drive a truck in Cuba BACK in the good old days pre castro and my dad has some stories!! Apparently my grandpa had women in multiple cities like a real G.
Very interesting, how you live, how it's done, the routine. Good natured guy! Congratulations on your note from headquarters! 😀
Thank you!
This guy is a great driver uses his mirrors lots and is really aware
You got that right, stay close go past a little where you drop your trailer. Turn right 90, left 90 then you're lined up. We only had a map and log book.
Always blocking the fuel-islands ! Shit don't stop lol. Love the video btw!!
Thanks man! And I swear!
DTB Radios in Pennsylvania does a exemplary job setting up and customizing radios.
From 35 years of trucking experience to avoid the working girl’s wad up a paper towel with a little water and put it on the top of the left steer tire and they’ll think you’ve already been serviced.
Wow! I never knew that.🤣🤣🤣
My guy used to drive a van full of lizards up and down 95 between jersey and Delaware. Let's say he couldn't believe the bread they pulled in. He literally had to save some girls from getting taken on the road with driver's. Yo his stories are hilarious. Stay safe on that road fellas 🤣
There are still a lot of us out here who deeply appreciate what an utterly vital, yet utterly unrecognized job trucking is.
way back when i drove the country, it was told to me to put a set of empty boots or such on the steps of your driver side. this was to tell the lot lizards or picklers (pickle park a.k.a. rest area) that you don't need services.
Lot Lizards are great stress relievers for the trucking community.
Take some VD home to your wife.
When your driving in the cities how do you know if you can go under a bridge before you approach it. I always see accidents with big rigs not able to go under them
I have bee out of trucking for many years, Indianapolis was always covered up with lot lizards even in my day!! LOl
I drove every kind of manual transmission out there, triplex, duplex, and quadruplex Transmission !.never had an Automatic to driver in my lifetime of driving and I always wore sneaks an shorts when driving my
self. So your not alone driver. 😃😃😃😃
Everyone should do a pre trip inspection you should thank a trucker...
You got cool vids…didn’t get to see some of them yet..getting to trucking too soon I hope..hey get your self some nice headlamp that will help you at night hooking and unhooking..great job!
1:14 Do you thin they have a wide load banner on their front bumper?
Ha! I didn't know what a lot lizard was, until McDonald's. Lol...great video, drive safe.
Thanks! Will do
After you said you was a help that guy back that trailer up in the spot when that van went around them. Was that me or did that van look like it was going about 40 miles an hour
I meant my children's mom at a truck stop she ended up being my wife for 22 years
Interesting, thanks for sharing
I managed a truck stop years ago. Do the lot lizards look any better than they used to or is it still the same quality? On TV they make them look a hell of a lot better than I remember. 😂
I never saw one that would even begin to tempt me usually when they get to that stage they are so rough they can’t work anywhere else
Great video bro. Had me laughing my ass off with the lot lizard.
Nice of you to help the rookie. I’m learning 90 degrees in school now. Not easy for us rookies. You make it look smooth dude. Thanks for the content!
Thank you for the support! I always try to help when I can
Bonhead truckers
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Did you know Swift invests millions of dollars in autonomous truck research? 👍 Keep up the good work. Putting money in the Pocket of a company trying to put us all out of a job so they can profit more in the future.
Yes. I’m sure anyone that is in the trucking industry knows that.
Even if it happens what do you want me to do? Quit?
Meh...I wouldn't worry about it. That technology isn't even possible. Think about daily driving and all the shit a person deals with when driving an 18 wheeler. Do you really think software will be able to anticipate for all that? No way.
Domino pizza can't even get a "driverless" car deliver a pizza on city streets.
So why does swift get a bad wrap?
Autonomous/Self Driving Trucks?
NIT to Worry as Famous AM Late Night Radio Host George Nori Says.
It's probably going to happen.
Ooo, Walmart dc in Seymour IN… I gotta go there all the time to grab pallet loads for Indy delivery.
Huh… not makin’ excuses for my pumpkin brethren, but all the times I’ve delivered there, they never had me slide tandems like that. No wonder he was having a hard time.
Nice video, nothing against Swift, although they do get trash talked alot. Keep it Safe 👍
Well good video and I hope your one of the better swift drivers
Hey bro...great content man...I love pov vids like this. Like when u just chat and show backing and coupling trailers...good stuff. There's another RUclips guy kinda like you...His name is Chez. He used to drive swift and show pov videos and talks with chat like you...Both you guys got me looking into changing careers to trucking...be safe and keep these vids coming...and congrats with Swift liking your channel!!
Thanks man I appreciate it! It’s a good industry to be in if you ask me.
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I remember my first encounter with a lot lizard lol "I was just trying to get some money for some cigarettes' and a shower, you think we could work something out?"
Hey Benny... show us some check-in's and the process... as well as departures processes...
I’ll be sure to show more of that!
Friends dad driver. When 11 or 12 we'd go with him on shorter trip like Knoxville to Ohio. Took fridge trailer with meat from slaughterhouse to Kelly canning plant. Return trip canned meat to supply house in Knoxville. He always stayed 2 or3 days before return "waiting on load". Spent them in little bar getting drink with girl friend while we played pin ball and pretty much ran amock. Made us swear not to tell. Guess I finally did!
Stop at the Wild West truck stop in Vegas sometime, there's so many lot lizards roaming around.😄
10 years trucking, heard your comment about shorts and shoes, I get it it's hot but wait till a load lock let's go and you open the doors to something falling out of the trailer or you miss step and tear your shins on the steps. I do wear tennis shoes but they are steel toe! Stay safe! And keep it in the right lane except to pass of course!
I didn't know they made steel toe tennis shoes. That's awesome!
Great video !! I'm not a trucker yet, but it was great to watch.
Thanks for the support !
Hey did you get your cdl through swift?
Those lizard's will give you more than you paid for.
14:00 could been me(not saying it is), I am still a rookie and have not been out enough to have the experience. I have my CDL always one reason or another I am not able to go on the road. Thanks for sharing!
How you like swift brother?? I’m in my training rn ! I have about 80 more hours to go before I go solo
That’s great to hear man! I’m still liking it man, taking each day as it comes.
My husband is a truck driver. You help me to understand what he does . Thanks
You didn't know it was stuck on the string! dur dur dur! ;) Drive safe brother.
Haha! Thank you, you as well.
Been driving 49 years i almost seen it all lot of good times the days of the big trucks always had triple digit truck and work for owner operator no fleet trucks
Sounds like fun
I know any time I charge electronics it causes that static sound. I'm not sure if you were charging anything, but just thought I'd mention it.
I think I found the problem. Although I do keep my phone plugged in all day but I won’t use my phone to record anything?
I’m going to play with the audio settings and see.
I wore shorts mostly. Jeans would make heat blisters on my nether regions. Had to have them lanced
I rarely go right Nashville TN I usually take 840 around to Lebanon TN n avoid that traffic if possible
Lizards should make pretty good money. I was on a cross country run with my b/f a couple years ago. Lot was full when we stopped for the night and had to park way in the back. From the time I walked into the store and back to the truck I had 6 offers from drivers.
First time on your channel. Great content.
Interesting Video..I was curious if you're Map could be moved over to the door post more. Big portion of glass and view you're covering there. Just Sayin!
Great video...Thanks for the driving lesson. Now that I just learned how to maneuver one of these big rigs, I'm ready to go get me a job application. I'll worry about getting my class A driver license at a later date. I never drove one these, but after watching this I feel like a pro.