Hello, my name is Ken, and I am a former OTR (10yrs) and Local (2yrs) driver. I have never driven an automatic and have not driven in 12 years. A lot has changed and I say it is for the better. I was always on the 10/8 HOS, and I will tell you the new HOSs are so much better; including the ELDs. To be honest I would sit in docks 2-6 hours after deadheading to pick up and then drive 10-12 hours straight. I was constantly fixing my paper logs. Additionally, I would get home on Frinight-or Sat morning and have a load due in Toronto for a 6 AM delivery Monday morning. Big and small companies, all the same in turn a blind eye, but push and push; yet if you had an accident or ticket it was all your fault. I like the new systems, you get your rest, you can earn a decent income, and you are protected by the ELD. Yes, 2500-3000 ( Not really possible running North East) miles a week should be the norm, not under stress, but the norm.
To continue. lol. My driving habit and lifestyle led to poor health, mainly because of personal ignorance. It's not like I was going to get out at 2 AM in S Chicago and go walking for exercise; maybe running for my life, but not walking for exercise. Do me and yourself a favor. When at a safe location and you have time, stretch and go for a walk, as much as possible. Additionally, don't ask or want more than 70 hours. It will slowly burn your life away, including your health; leading to irreversible health conditions. You, have a very nice husband, and you can tell he really loves you, but also talks with respect when he is addressing issues about you. Awesome to see. Anyway a lot more to say or talk about, but I am not trying to write a novel. lol God Bless.
Good video. Y'all's setup is definitely out of the norm. The ol' man stayin home and Mama goes truckin. Pretty cool...👍🏼✌🏼
Hello, my name is Ken, and I am a former OTR (10yrs) and Local (2yrs) driver. I have never driven an automatic and have not driven in 12 years. A lot has changed and I say it is for the better. I was always on the 10/8 HOS, and I will tell you the new HOSs are so much better; including the ELDs. To be honest I would sit in docks 2-6 hours after deadheading to pick up and then drive 10-12 hours straight. I was constantly fixing my paper logs. Additionally, I would get home on Frinight-or Sat morning and have a load due in Toronto for a 6 AM delivery Monday morning. Big and small companies, all the same in turn a blind eye, but push and push; yet if you had an accident or ticket it was all your fault. I like the new systems, you get your rest, you can earn a decent income, and you are protected by the ELD. Yes, 2500-3000 ( Not really possible running North East) miles a week should be the norm, not under stress, but the norm.
To continue. lol. My driving habit and lifestyle led to poor health, mainly because of personal ignorance. It's not like I was going to get out at 2 AM in S Chicago and go walking for exercise; maybe running for my life, but not walking for exercise. Do me and yourself a favor. When at a safe location and you have time, stretch and go for a walk, as much as possible. Additionally, don't ask or want more than 70 hours. It will slowly burn your life away, including your health; leading to irreversible health conditions. You, have a very nice husband, and you can tell he really loves you, but also talks with respect when he is addressing issues about you. Awesome to see. Anyway a lot more to say or talk about, but I am not trying to write a novel. lol God Bless.