14-Year-Old Luke Floats 18 Gears In A New Custom 2022 Peterbilt 389, I Started Driving At 9-Yrs-Old

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    • @jamaicaboy
      @jamaicaboy 2 роки тому +5

      Bro check out the jamaican kid on UA-cam driving a 18speed. An I love this video he shift better than me no lie

    • @jamaicaboy
      @jamaicaboy 2 роки тому +2

      @GXK Gaming zone u have to enroll in a trucking school bro. U live in the states

    • @zacheryfrederick1302
      @zacheryfrederick1302 2 роки тому +4

      Hell yeah that's what's up I grew up in a big rig my aunt was a truck driver she told me how to drive 18 wheelers keep it up kid that's what's up ✌️👍

    • @BrandonSmith-fq8wh
      @BrandonSmith-fq8wh 2 роки тому

      ⁹99 Is 90

    • @jrguerra5945
      @jrguerra5945 2 роки тому +3

      Yo I know this a long shot but my son is 10 n he drives better then most guys on the road I do alot of silage hauling in the fields were can I send the vids of my son driving

  • @CGVCA
    @CGVCA 2 роки тому +5392

    I smiled the whole time. Young man is quiet, respectful, confident, not cocky, can tell he likes that stuff. Probably has great work ethic. Kudos to his parents. We need a few more like that,.

    • @MuthaTrucker
      @MuthaTrucker  2 роки тому +93

      😇🤗

    • @drewf2818
      @drewf2818 2 роки тому +75

      So respectful, what a great young man. So many Drivers today could take lessons from Luke, you stay safe and strong young man.

    • @CurrentlyObsessively
      @CurrentlyObsessively 2 роки тому +22

      Does it count if you're twice his age? 😂

    • @luthandolaw2301
      @luthandolaw2301 2 роки тому +16

      He behave like an udult so much await for him in future

    • @xavierzimmerman8403
      @xavierzimmerman8403 2 роки тому +25

      I'm 14 and am the same way

  • @DeviantGodOfEvil
    @DeviantGodOfEvil 2 роки тому +178

    A prime example of what a good father figure can do for a kid. This is what the world needs more of.

    • @johnquinones8361
      @johnquinones8361 8 місяців тому

      Yess💯💪🏻🔥🙏🏻

    • @bigredc222
      @bigredc222 3 дні тому

      I don't have kids, but he's just like all my friends kids, they are all older now. There are plenty of great young people out there.

  • @Sabbathissaturday
    @Sabbathissaturday 2 роки тому +51

    It shouldn’t be illegal. Back in the day 14 year olds could drive on a hardship license. This kid drives better than I do and I’m 52! 👊🏼🙏❤️👏🏻👏🏻

    • @bigredc222
      @bigredc222 3 дні тому

      I started driving when I was 12, farm kids were driving trucks and tractors at eight, they would drive from field to field on the road, that's fine. Driving an 18 wheeler in a parking lot is a lot different than driving one out in the world. I'm not taking anything away from kid he's great, but he needs to grow another foot before it's safe for him to drive an 18 wheeler on public roads.

  • @JollyGreen79
    @JollyGreen79 Рік тому +25

    Luke talks about all this stuff like a grown ass man who's been trucking for years!! Hell yes!! Kids like him give me hope for our future!!

  • @mr.catchings1190
    @mr.catchings1190 2 роки тому +1539

    It pays to have a dad that's there for you. He's given his kid a future way before he needs it. It's amazing how much truck knowledge he has at 14. He will definitely go far in the industry.

    • @garyhost354
      @garyhost354 2 роки тому +11

      This is the difference between W and B

    • @Rusty945
      @Rusty945 2 роки тому +21

      yep, his dad owns all that land and whatnot, so the kid probably not gonna be trucking

    • @mrfinder18
      @mrfinder18 2 роки тому +18

      You may want to look deeper into the actual future of over the road trucking..... Right now in America, there is no future for truckers. Thats why we have dozens if not hundreds of ships just chilling in a bay on one of the US coasts..... The kid is for sure better then most of the current drivers out there. But you cant say he'll go far in this industry when we dont even know wtf is going on with the industry.

    • @phoneusandfroboof829
      @phoneusandfroboof829 2 роки тому +18

      @@mrfinder18 damn someone cant give the kid a compliment?

    • @the1andonlymuffinman
      @the1andonlymuffinman 2 роки тому +7

      This. My dad let me drive our mustang and I learned to drive stick on it, and he didn’t get mad when I messed up. I’m now 13 and can drive stick pretty proficiently, not nearly as good as this kid can drive this truck, though!

  • @9009matorres
    @9009matorres 2 роки тому +1103

    He walked up to that truck with more confidence than I have when I tie my shoe.

  • @DonaldGage
    @DonaldGage Рік тому +12

    This just puts a big smile on my face. The kid floating gears like he’s been doing it for years…… he’s literally going to be saving lives out on the road, knowing your stuff & being that aware!!!!! Dude had hazards on ,in a nice fluid motion

  • @somedude6584
    @somedude6584 Рік тому +27

    This young man is one in a million. He stands above most of his peers yet remains humble and respectful. I wish more parents raised their children to be productive members of society with great attitudes.

  • @tanylogisticsgroupllc7052
    @tanylogisticsgroupllc7052 2 роки тому +1524

    His Dad has given him the best gift. Set his feet on a solid rock ..

    • @whoinvitedabel8134
      @whoinvitedabel8134 2 роки тому +27

      Too bad autonomous trucks are comin

    • @tommycasidy3031
      @tommycasidy3031 2 роки тому +40

      That's what some low iq people call privilege. It's called love in my book.

    • @joebaker7573
      @joebaker7573 2 роки тому +11

      @@tommycasidy3031 love and privilege it is what it is

    • @tommycasidy3031
      @tommycasidy3031 2 роки тому +22

      @@joebaker7573 Yes and privilege is the byproduct of people's accomplishments.

    • @teslarex
      @teslarex 2 роки тому +5

      Just awesome, young man!

  • @godangerdad
    @godangerdad 2 роки тому +1031

    It’s not only a skill he’s taught, it’s the self confidence he will always carry.
    At 14 he will stand taller than his classmates just from confidence.

    • @MuthaTrucker
      @MuthaTrucker  2 роки тому +23

      😇🤗

    • @TYRANTS-EXPOSED
      @TYRANTS-EXPOSED 2 роки тому +1

      @@MuthaTrucker 😂

    • @myboy051
      @myboy051 2 роки тому +15

      Confidence can make a average joe into a I can do anything that crosses my path type of man. Best thing about it, it’s infectious.

    • @myboy051
      @myboy051 2 роки тому +11

      @Biker Rat I’m not sure who you drive for or what kind of money you make. Life isn’t about becoming a millionaire. Todays world would never survive without truck drivers, especially America. Going to college isn’t for everyone. Many go and get some bullshit degree for 250k or more. Then they ended up getting a job that doesn’t require that degree. Everything you get in life depends on what you put into it. If you work for a half ass trucking company and make crap money that’s your fault. If you want good money you have to find it. it’s not going to find you. Sometimes that involves going the extra mile. Are you a class A driver or class B ? It makes a difference. So many are making much less then they could because they are “comfortable” with where they are. When was the last time you got something or did something that had a great result without being comfortable and working hard for it? Maybe you live in a state that doesn’t have good paying truck driving jobs. If that’s the case and you still wanna be a truck driver, maybe you could research for a company that is looking for great truck drivers. Are you a Great truck driver, if not what are you weaknesses and how could you get better? Move from a class B to a class A. Maybe get your hazmat license so you can haul fuel, oil , and others alike. I know those
      Truck drivers make good money. Maybe not millionaire money but good enough to support you and a family with a working wife.

    • @truckerray9634
      @truckerray9634 2 роки тому +5

      @Biker Rat
      Dude, get a life. If that's your daily outlook on life, you might consider changing careers, most of us enjoy and are proud of what we do. Sounds to me like someone pissed on your corn flakes this morning. Better find yourself a chill 💊 pill. If all you consider yourself is a wheel holder, then you obviously failed yourself and don't belong in a truck anyway.

  • @soularddave2
    @soularddave2 2 роки тому +19

    Luke's a respectable young man. Everyone should be good at something by age 13 or 14.
    Luke's been nurtured properly - parents take note & do right by YOUR kids.

  • @madratter
    @madratter Рік тому +30

    Met a young man just like him. Just turned 12 years old 3 weeks ago. He owns his own tracked skid steer and works grading with his dad and step brother. . Runs chainsaws and cuts trees down and up into pieces. Works cattle in southwest Florida. Really impressive and very respectful like Luke. Great job Luke

    • @WhittaII
      @WhittaII Рік тому +2

      Yeah I spent my last few summers at a quarry working with a kid who started at 14. One of the coolest guys I've worked with, picks up anything and takes it seriously. I wish I had half his discipline at his age, he's gonna go places for sure!

    • @bloodsling
      @bloodsling Рік тому +2

      and to think I wasted my preteen /early teen years making memories with family members and spending summers playing with friends. Wish I could have been doing hard labor right out of kindergarden and not have anything else in my life other than work.

  • @charger19691
    @charger19691 2 роки тому +361

    What a nice, well mannered, intelligent , young man. He comes from outstanding parents. Kids like this give me hope for this country’s future.

    • @DzumEFF
      @DzumEFF 2 роки тому +8

      Not only the country's future, the worlds

    • @ogx4185
      @ogx4185 2 роки тому +3

      country's? He's gonna be driving semi-trucks that are later going to be robotic. LOL!

  • @pat22nasty
    @pat22nasty 2 роки тому +99

    Everyone’s raving about his driving BUT notice how he knows all the brands, manufacturers, components & tools used on these trucks. The kid is KNOWLEDGEABLE. future is more than bright !!!!

    • @danovangriffiths9136
      @danovangriffiths9136 2 роки тому +3

      Congratulations young man

    • @THROTTLEPOWER
      @THROTTLEPOWER 2 роки тому +2

      Yep, I noticed that too!!

    • @MuthaTrucker
      @MuthaTrucker  2 роки тому +1

      Yess

    • @WeAreThePeople1690
      @WeAreThePeople1690 2 роки тому +5

      And when hes old enough to actually drive legally everything he knows about trucks will probably have changed to some hybrid or electrical thing that he will fully understand, and everyone else our age will be scratching our heads trying to work it out.

  • @eliranlugassy7891
    @eliranlugassy7891 Рік тому +13

    This young man is more of a man than most men I know... Had me smiling through the whole video.

  • @kylek9378
    @kylek9378 2 роки тому +1316

    For people that don't know, 99% of trucker float their gears,but seeing a young kid do it is pretty cool

    • @ballisticballista8960
      @ballisticballista8960 2 роки тому +101

      And most truckers do it after 5-15 years of driving, he's 14, don't down play it "pretty cool" lmao

    • @kylek9378
      @kylek9378 2 роки тому +190

      @@ballisticballista8960
      I can tell you're not a trucker by your comment, Floating gears is actually easier than using the clutch... that's why truckers do it they do it out of pure convenience, Most truckers start to float their 1st year.

    • @ballisticballista8960
      @ballisticballista8960 2 роки тому +17

      @@kylek9378 pretty obvious you aren't either

    • @supermodelatlanta1354
      @supermodelatlanta1354 2 роки тому +5

      Thanks i was wondering about that. I could have sworn i seen it done b4

    • @Dump_Trucka047
      @Dump_Trucka047 2 роки тому +51

      5-15 years 😂

  • @keithbennett1592
    @keithbennett1592 2 роки тому +14

    High from Australia been in trucks for 53 years gonna go till I’m 70 what a great attitude from a boy so young congrats to all that encourage him

  • @scgirl499
    @scgirl499 2 роки тому +49

    Reminds me a lot of my son at that age. He learned how to back trailers up and down a hill driveway with a standard truck and a 4 wheeler with bad brakes. I would trust his driving ANYDAY!!! Because at that age it's second nature to them for the rest of their life. Great job boy!!!! Very proud of you!!!! Thanks for the memories.

  • @mattsiegel721
    @mattsiegel721 2 роки тому +131

    This is absolutely incredible! A kid at 14 years old that can drive a 18 speed semi! That takes a lot of dedication to learn and then to apply the skills learned! He certainly has learned a lot from his father as well and credit goes out to his dad for teaching him and to Luke for taking the time to learn all that’s involved etc! Luke has such a great attitude toward the industry as a whole and that’s something that takes time to acquire.

    • @brianrimes3839
      @brianrimes3839 Рік тому +2

      I was doing that at 8 years old

    • @BryanTio111
      @BryanTio111 Рік тому +2

      @@brianrimes3839 cool

    • @Anonimniy_anonim
      @Anonimniy_anonim Рік тому +3

      It's my dream to drive a classic truck. I'm obsessed with them, I know a lot about them and study them, but unfortunately I don't have the opportunity to ride it behind the wheel, so I'm playing American truck simulator and I'm happy about it😀

    • @Anonimniy_anonim
      @Anonimniy_anonim Рік тому +2

      Although I would really like to ride in real life and I understand that the game cannot be compared with reality

    • @BryanTio111
      @BryanTio111 Рік тому +2

      @@Anonimniy_anonim same 😂😭😭

  • @esaw75
    @esaw75 2 роки тому +198

    “‘When do you use the clutch?’ Only when I put it in gear”

  • @jeezy8191
    @jeezy8191 2 роки тому +573

    This kid got a good head on his shoulders, good job to his parents 👏

  • @williemoncada3049
    @williemoncada3049 Рік тому +1

    I've been in the trucks with my dad since I was little. It's a great thing. Now I drive trucks lol! So proud of this young man. I smiled the whole time. Reminds me of myself when I was his age.

  • @cmonster67
    @cmonster67 Рік тому +9

    We (as in America) need more of this. More parents teaching their kids how to get things done. The kid is going to own his own trucking company by the time he's 20.

  • @jeffdeleon3567
    @jeffdeleon3567 2 роки тому +219

    My hat goes off to this young man, the father taught him well. Salute to the both of them 💪🏽✌🏽

  • @jyudat4433
    @jyudat4433 2 роки тому +32

    this is how it was back in the day and how it should be. dads teaching their kid their craft from a young age

    • @VagueMemory
      @VagueMemory 2 роки тому +7

      Unfortunately times are changing.. For the worse.

  • @tealea6907
    @tealea6907 Рік тому +5

    He pays attention to what he is being taught. God bless him and his parents & village. So nice to see this.

  • @groovychic
    @groovychic 2 роки тому +1

    I keep picturing the pieces of 2x4 my grandpa baling wired to the clutch of our old 4010 JD tractor so I could plow when I couldn't reach the clutch. lol props to this young man and to his parents for raising him right.

  • @BossSpringsteen69
    @BossSpringsteen69 2 роки тому +237

    Can't even see over the dashboard and he's nailing it.

    • @chrisfordford6438
      @chrisfordford6438 2 роки тому +1

      Why buy a low base when you are the low base

    • @masquinongy4652
      @masquinongy4652 2 роки тому +4

      You’d be amazed at how many actual truck drivers sit so low they can’t see over the steering wheel, it’s crazy.

    • @Roger_Rabbit_Adventures
      @Roger_Rabbit_Adventures 2 роки тому +2

      @@masquinongy4652 it's ridiculous crazy

    • @MustangDesudiroz
      @MustangDesudiroz 2 роки тому +1

      @@masquinongy4652 yeah its dumb

  • @andrewdavidson7656
    @andrewdavidson7656 2 роки тому +61

    The kid isn’t old enough to get his license and is a better driver than people who have been driving for years. He knows what he’s capable of and his dad obviously has complete confidence in his abilities.

  • @kensulzen3654
    @kensulzen3654 2 роки тому +25

    You can see he’s going to grow up to be a great trucker. My hats off to you young man.

  • @normgardner4560
    @normgardner4560 Рік тому +1

    Great video but what stood out for me was the importance of a good dad in the life of his son!! We need more of them!

    • @MIGHTY_YES
      @MIGHTY_YES 11 місяців тому

      💯🎯💯🎯💯🎯💯💎💗💗💗💗💗💗☝

  • @MrDillon2029
    @MrDillon2029 Рік тому +6

    There’s something about teaching kids things and when their doing it and you can tell their so happy their finally doing it on their own. You can see it in their face and emotion. It’s one of the coolest things ever. And they don’t forget learning stuff like this. it’s something he will tell ppl and his kids till he’s old. I love it.

  • @omerbayrak1808
    @omerbayrak1808 2 роки тому +151

    This little young man focused on his skills and being respectful to others. He understood 2 essential lessons in his life. I hope he can keep up like this. I am not American but I am proud to see young respectful talents from all nations.

  • @itiswhatitis1598
    @itiswhatitis1598 2 роки тому +190

    Just overall speechless. He’s such a good kid and so is the father.

  • @jasonbauter2512
    @jasonbauter2512 2 роки тому +5

    Good to see young people getting a real education in real work. Keep on trucking young man !

  • @Praterphil
    @Praterphil Рік тому +2

    Great to see Luke so involved and excited. I started loading trucks at my old man's grain elevator when I was 14, I made $5 a truck & thought I was rich! It was 50 years ago & these truckers were true outlaws, I would fill the trucks clear full, tarp them, run them around the block a few times, pull the tarp & top them off & tarp them again. They would dodge the scales & it was like the Wild West. Thanks for stirring some good old memories!

  • @selvanreelam
    @selvanreelam 2 роки тому +49

    His parents taught them what is life. Keep rocking Luke. Hats off

  • @houlester
    @houlester 2 роки тому +189

    That kid needs a channel. I would love to follow him coming up in the business. I would be so proud if that were my son.

  • @sroydetroy6404
    @sroydetroy6404 2 роки тому +3

    I pay respects to that father and that family for keeping the education old school.

  • @salehmansour1
    @salehmansour1 2 роки тому +237

    At 14 he has 7 years of driving experience😂

    • @cheddarbob8368
      @cheddarbob8368 2 роки тому +9

      Put that on ya resume !

    • @HealhoeGaming
      @HealhoeGaming 2 роки тому +9

      14-9=5, how tf you get 7. just saying...

    • @BlahBluBlu69
      @BlahBluBlu69 2 роки тому +21

      @@HealhoeGaming well he said he was backing in a truck at 7 and he’s 14. What’s the math for that?

    • @RasmusYde
      @RasmusYde 2 роки тому +1

      He's the kind of guy most employers are looking for! :P

  • @jesussavescars807
    @jesussavescars807 2 роки тому +475

    Kid is way to smart at his age he’s gonna be the boss one day lol

    • @charlesevett5396
      @charlesevett5396 2 роки тому +4

      I was raised in a truck

    • @bigdank7789
      @bigdank7789 2 роки тому +8

      Idk about smart more like he just learned stuff like anyone else

    • @32tolife38
      @32tolife38 2 роки тому +10

      @@bigdank7789 at 14 though, I'd say he is probably smart. It has to do with maturity as well but to learn at the age takes some sort of smarts.

    • @selectorerwin1don12
      @selectorerwin1don12 2 роки тому +1

      Ukr😂

    • @BeingMe23
      @BeingMe23 2 роки тому +1

      He has a natural gift. Most people aren't aware of the advanced kids in school due to the lack Press in the Media.

  • @christophermccarron2525
    @christophermccarron2525 Рік тому +7

    I’m a software engineer and private pilot and I’m amazed at this young man’s skills. He has a bright future ahead of him. He’ll be so much more prepared for life ahead than most college graduates I know. Keep up the awesome job in parenting him; it’s obvious you’re doing everything right.

    • @ruthdixon7556
      @ruthdixon7556 Рік тому

      Gosh i would like to meet you. And your comment was so justified

    • @ruthdixon7556
      @ruthdixon7556 Рік тому

      A credit to his parents

  • @shineon218
    @shineon218 Рік тому +1

    OMG i'm not a truck driver but my husband is and i love semi trucks and this kid is amazing and whe he will be older omg lots of knowledge about trucking. God bless him.

  • @aaahawk767
    @aaahawk767 2 роки тому +7

    I Drove my Dads Trucks...all the time..in the beginning I couldn't reach the peddles...but steered and shifted..then got tall and that clutch was something...and floating is something good to learn ..it a good experience!...Loved Being a Truckers Son!

  • @heir_to_the_promise
    @heir_to_the_promise 2 роки тому +46

    The one trend you will always see, whether it's a young man like this, or an older guy who's been trucking for 30 years and is successful, there is always a father-figure in their lives. That is no coincidence. God bless you all.

  • @justindelano8565
    @justindelano8565 Рік тому +5

    This kid could teach me a thing or two and I've been driving a truck for 10 years. My last 2 companies drive automatic so I don't get to drive manuals much anymore but he floats better than I ever could. I hope DOT is much better when he gets his CDL.

  • @zachalejandro
    @zachalejandro Рік тому +2

    Wow. Just wow. At 14 years old! 14! Dang. I'm speechless
    Luke is going places. He's going to go far in life.

  • @Ron-im6mj
    @Ron-im6mj 2 роки тому +30

    This little kid looks like a born truck driver... Good job Dad.

  • @nowlindventura5015
    @nowlindventura5015 2 роки тому +34

    My dad has been in the business for over 40 years but I never paid attention up until about a year ago. This kid knows more than I do lol. Actually has driven longer than I have. Props to his father for already getting him started good in life.

  • @BOOOTNEYFUNZWORTH69
    @BOOOTNEYFUNZWORTH69 2 роки тому +1

    His Dad is so proud of his son you can see it in his eyes God Bless

  • @Goshi0Mac
    @Goshi0Mac 2 роки тому +1

    Very respectful young man. Very grown up indeed. Doing what most grownups cant. Love the passion in this young man... God Bless you and Bless your home.

  • @timbaker9125
    @timbaker9125 2 роки тому +14

    That's very refreshing! I don't know the family but you can tell this young man has been raised with values.Great job by the parents. This young man with be very successful In life with whatever he chooses to be or do.We need more of this in America!

  • @arnoldanderson1501
    @arnoldanderson1501 2 роки тому +16

    This is the age to teach them, if they're mature enough to realize it's not a toy. This lad is smart enough to absorb the lesson and be a topnotch, safe trucker, when he gets his license.

  • @DonaldGage
    @DonaldGage Рік тому +1

    Taught my son at 14.lolhaha so lucky we didn’t get caught, omg! I was such a rebel. He 23 now & not one accident, so I’m proud that I ( who was told I have ALS & 6 months to live…… well I’m here) decided to with my last moments with mobility “ 95% paralyzed & mute “ to pass onto him, awareness & perfection

  • @reggiebates4246
    @reggiebates4246 Рік тому +1

    I love this little guy very respectful and confident at his age there cocky and he isn't way to go Luke and big ups to his dad he raised him well

  • @EmersonCollie
    @EmersonCollie 2 роки тому +135

    All those thumbs down, is from all of those Millennials and Zoomers that can't even drive a manual in a Volkswagen. Yet this young man can climb into a Peterbilt and floats the gears like a pro. Instead of leaving thumbs down from the comfort of their safe spaces and cry closets at the age of 30, they should be taking notes. This is how you become a man of excellence.

    • @michaelbleckler9072
      @michaelbleckler9072 2 роки тому +4

      Right 🇺🇸👊

    • @demetriusdavis95
      @demetriusdavis95 2 роки тому +4

      I’m 26 never driven a manual car, but can drive my 18sp 389 lol

    • @disablingyeti9036
      @disablingyeti9036 2 роки тому +2

      Or maybe this isn’t their preferable type of video

    • @trumptookthevaccine1679
      @trumptookthevaccine1679 2 роки тому

      Yeah but truck drivers will be obsolete in 15 years… the nerds will have kids who design the new transport systems

  • @conradeaton4311
    @conradeaton4311 2 роки тому +20

    He’s gonna have a great life doing what he loves ! Hats off to this young man!

  • @Texasbroski512
    @Texasbroski512 Рік тому +3

    this video had me smiling ear to ear this is to damn awesome I'm 26 and just got my CDL and I'm damn proud of this kid

  • @Ride4lifeR1_4life
    @Ride4lifeR1_4life Рік тому

    My dad had me steering his while he slept with foot on throttle age 11, was the best of times!!! Early 70's driving desert in California. How I first learned. Thanks brought back good memories. My dad just passed away RIP.

  • @thierryvt
    @thierryvt 2 роки тому +74

    This dude reminds me of my little brother, crazy about trucks too for as long as he's been alive. Could drive one better than most pros before he could even properly reach the pedals or look over the dash. If you ever couldn't find him odds were he'd found a worksite of some kind and somehow convinced the workers there to let him drive something heavy around.
    Obviously went into the trucking world as soon as he turned 18 and has been loving it, little bro was literally born for heavy machinery and the road.
    Same vibes here, just makes it look so easy and effortless. Looks like a great kid.

  • @nukleheadtrucker8395
    @nukleheadtrucker8395 2 роки тому +33

    God bless this boy right here he has done he’s Homework great parents for putting him on the right route he gonna be an amazing trucker that he is already! 💪🏻👏🏻🙏🏻

  • @wavplyr1
    @wavplyr1 2 роки тому +1

    When Luke asked his dad ‘ right there’ and the dad with a ‘ yes sir ‘……. The ultimate show of respect!!!! There is still hope for them USA!!!!!! BRAVO!!!!

  • @MrMotor11
    @MrMotor11 Рік тому +3

    This reminds me of my early motocross days seeing a 13YO racer practice. Jumping a 125 and while in the air, pulling the clutch, revving, downshifting, tapping the rear brake and crossing up to setup for the corner - all in a matter of 2 seconds. It inspired me to repeat that. If Luke demonstrated how easy it is to drive this rig, he's likely capable of ALOT of things that people will admire and try to emulate

  • @davidmorgan5138
    @davidmorgan5138 2 роки тому +23

    Very humble young man, and a very good driver too. Great job Luke.

    • @slwhite1959
      @slwhite1959 Рік тому

      MY thoughts exactly. Being humble makes for a great man.

  • @calebmyers4774
    @calebmyers4774 2 роки тому +34

    Well done Luke!!! I'm 14 and I've been driving our dump truck around our yard and backing in our 28' trailer with 10 tons of equipment I'm just like him love them big ol tractors. Keep it up bud!

  • @nynemili
    @nynemili Рік тому +1

    I smiled the entire time watching this kid. Reminded me of me in my dad's truck when I was a kid and now I'll be starting my AZ course next month. God bless

  • @martinwatters2729
    @martinwatters2729 Рік тому

    OUT STANDING.That''s a young MAN that's been raised well.

  • @martymorse2
    @martymorse2 2 роки тому +24

    Great to see a positive role model Dad. Hard to come by these days. My Dad had me driving a truck by 12 years old and I was driving on the road at 14 because it was considered a Farm truck. Like this young man I was fortunate to have a Dad who was a tremendous role model. Thanks for this thought provoking video.

  • @gregsimon9061
    @gregsimon9061 2 роки тому +7

    My dad ran a trucking company in Northern California and my brother was probably 13 maybe 12 and he used to park all the guys trucks back a man with trailers hook him up, that’s the way kids need to be taught not these truck drivers that come out of school and crash all the time. Awesome job Luke.

  • @snowcoalRC
    @snowcoalRC 2 роки тому +5

    Im not a trucker but I drive a 6 speed manual car. Im 22 and been doing it since age 15 or so. I still cannot float the gears yet. This is downright insane.

  • @michaelwhiting668
    @michaelwhiting668 2 роки тому

    This eas fantastic to see someone so young and so responsible, trusted and knowledge.

  • @truckerray9634
    @truckerray9634 2 роки тому +13

    This young man was taught the proper way, by his dad who obviously is a real trucker. This is how my father taught me. Any driver who doesn't know how to float a gear or drive with out the constant use of the clutch, was not taught properly, and all the truck wrecks today only proves my point.
    I drove for 35 years, and the only time my clutch was used was stopping and taking off, this is alot of the reason I'm sure that alot of companies are going to automatic transmissions. My opinion of this kids father is that he is one great driver and is passing his knowledge on to his sons, just as my father did me. Alot of guys that are so impressed with this video, is probably because you were students of a sub standard truck driving school. Truck on young man, I'm not your dad, but I'm sure proud of the way you handled that rig, you're going to be one amazing truck driver when you're old enough to get out on the road. God bless you and your whole truck driving family.
    WOLFMAN SO. CALI.

    • @highjix
      @highjix 2 роки тому

      I wouldn't agree with your statement. In Georgia at least, you have to be taught how to drive using the clutch, I was told you would be failed on your test if you floated gears during the exam.
      I admit they could have been lying to us about that, but that is the statement they gave us when I was in CDL class at Atlanta Technical College.
      We where told once we left the class we could learn how to float gears all we wanted, but that they would not teach us.

    • @truckerray9634
      @truckerray9634 2 роки тому

      @@highjix
      I wasn't talking about driving tests.
      California's the same on testing, if you don't use the clutch, you will get failed.
      I think all states are the same on testing. I was saying this young man was taught right, not like some. Hell I've met guys that couldn't float a gear to save their ass, and they were years in to driving,, not totally green.

    • @highjix
      @highjix 2 роки тому

      @@truckerray9634 Forgive me for the short story that follows, once I start typing I have trouble stopping....
      ok, I understand you now, but in my opinion for testing reasons the proper way to teach (and I am no driving instructor) would be to teach in the manner in which you will be graded.
      The reason I say that is because I suck at test taking, I get flustered in those types of situations, if I learned to float gears then during the testing I would probably accidently fall back on what I know best, which would cause me to fail.
      I failed my CDL maneuvers test the first time because I was so nervous I couldn't do a strait back in a truck I wasn't familiar with.
      The steering wheel was off by like 5 degrees so when I straitened the steering wheel tires where actually off and instead of driving the truck, I was holding the wheel, "fail, see you next time"
      I understand everyone else wouldn't make that kind of mistake, but I can only go off my personal experience as to what happens when you fall back on what you know, instead of what is being tested.

    • @truckerray9634
      @truckerray9634 2 роки тому

      @@highjix
      Brother don't ever let the first fail get you down, many times someone fails and they give up. Please don't let this happen to you. You have to have your heart in it and believe that you really want to do this. And don't ever let some dmv tester get you down. I think you really want to do this, and I encourage you to see it through, once you're out there on the road there's nothing else like it, the rest will come to you later with experience. I wouldn't trade my career in trucking for anything else. Just always remember that as you go you'll learn something new everyday. I hope you'll pursue trucking, it's a great career, I've seen most of the country through a windshield and I did most of it as an owner/ operator making good money. I'm retired now but the trucking industry needs good drivers and I believe you're going to be one of the best, if you stick with it. Good luck to you and all your endeavors. Just get some experience and there's nothing you can't accomplish, hell you might decide to go owner/ operator some day, and you'll be glad you got into the business. I'm rooting for you brother.

    • @highjix
      @highjix 2 роки тому

      @@truckerray9634 that isn't what got me, the school got me, I was completely screwed over by the school.
      we went for my retest and the DMV said they had too many and made me reschedule, earliest retest I could get was like 3 weeks away and we where already at the end of our term with a new head instructor who refused to help me go for my retest, that is what messed me up.

  • @OGAwsomSauce
    @OGAwsomSauce 2 роки тому +57

    Kids of this latest generation have talent beyond anything I’ve ever seen before. Nothing surprises me what they can do.

  • @joejohnson9857
    @joejohnson9857 Рік тому +3

    If I ever have a son, I would dream he’d be as receptive as this young man. Just started at age 24 driving and this is inspiring

  • @melindasavage5916
    @melindasavage5916 Рік тому +1

    I was smiling the whole time, I am very proud of this young man and I wish him the best in life and I know he will be a great truck driver and he will also teach others what he knows and he will pass on the knowledge to his next generation

  • @kelsangyashi8514
    @kelsangyashi8514 2 роки тому +61

    Such a Inspiration luke, I am 25 now but started my trucking industry when I was 18 love your work.🤙 best wishes from Sydney Australia 🇦🇺

    • @bannermanlove4056
      @bannermanlove4056 2 роки тому

      Hello there, how are you doing this blessed day?

    • @hanphilnoffz8827
      @hanphilnoffz8827 2 роки тому

      18 is good age but how did you start at 18 in Australia we can truck at 18 but is hard until we turn 21

    • @DanfromOz
      @DanfromOz 2 роки тому +1

      @@hanphilnoffz8827 probaby a forkie or yardie

  • @matthewsilva5598
    @matthewsilva5598 2 роки тому +8

    Need more people like this right here. Confident cool and humble. Can tell he comes from a hardworking family. Blue collar worker 💙 love it. This is what we need to promote nowadays 👏

  • @ausinfournier2501
    @ausinfournier2501 2 роки тому +1

    I was born and raised in a truck . Sitting on my father's lap steering I'm 27 now this is the only love I have

  • @jimclaybrooks369
    @jimclaybrooks369 Рік тому

    Hat is off to you, young man... You are truly gifted... Keep it up.. And, to Dad you are an amazing Father to groom him at such a young age and trust in him the way you do.. Everyday has to be a Happy Father's Day.. God bless you all...

  • @Shane-zg4jr
    @Shane-zg4jr 2 роки тому +247

    By the time you are old enough to drive state to state you will be a well seasoned driver and honestly we need more drivers like you behind the wheel.
    Good job man keep it up.
    Just please don't let the millions douchebags out here ruin your down to earth personality.

  • @marleyboy7732
    @marleyboy7732 2 роки тому +4

    This Dad has gotta be proud. Nothing like teaching our boys & watching them take over. Sometimes even better than Dads.

  • @chrisborey1734
    @chrisborey1734 2 роки тому

    Yes I smiled the whole time. I am so proud of this young man and I am thinking he drive better than most drivers these days. This young man is a natural and wishing him a great future in trucking. I truly believe this young man is the one of the best and last true truck driver. He is so lucky to have a father as he is as being with his son. You just don’t see this kind of family anymore.

  • @robertmccully2792
    @robertmccully2792 Рік тому

    The value of a Dad is priceless.

  • @renamorgan9899
    @renamorgan9899 2 роки тому +7

    I smiled the entire time....im so happy to see a 14 interested so young in trucking

  • @duncandmcgrath6290
    @duncandmcgrath6290 2 роки тому +12

    This young man will inspire thousands to get into the drivers seat 👍

  • @darylkik6204
    @darylkik6204 Рік тому

    You said Luke gives you a good hope about kids and the trucking industry of the future. Luke gives me hope about kids and the future of America as a whole.

  • @monsterzero760
    @monsterzero760 Рік тому +1

    This is a young man that took the initiative to practice and learn about trucking. Much respect to you sir for being a responsible young man that knows what he wants to do in life. Drive a Big Truck and Trailer.

  • @ferdabois7892
    @ferdabois7892 2 роки тому +31

    Wow what a good kid his father must be really proud of him. I know people that have been trucking for 14+ years and can’t float gears as good as this kid

    • @hanphilnoffz8827
      @hanphilnoffz8827 2 роки тому

      Yeah I would be scared if my 17 years old son drive a truck

    • @user-tb7rn1il3q
      @user-tb7rn1il3q 2 роки тому

      Most people would just grind the gears, especially if the truck belongs to a company.

  • @lukegillins125
    @lukegillins125 2 роки тому +7

    That's a great kid. Reminds me when I was his age. Drove my grandpa's lowboy truck out of the woods when I was 14 years old.

  • @danielww9022
    @danielww9022 2 роки тому +4

    Great job to everyone involved with raising that young man.

  • @rockyhighjedi1036
    @rockyhighjedi1036 2 роки тому

    I’m 38 just got my dz back and up until recently I haven’t driven a big truck since 2013 and was a bit nervous hoping back into a truck again but it’s just like riding a bike! It’s all comes back and was able to float gears still the same!!! Very impressed watching this young man do we what can at this age!! Mind blowing and keep it up young sir!!!

  • @justinbrowning2079
    @justinbrowning2079 2 роки тому +84

    Im glad people arent hating on this..somehow i feel hes gonna do a lot more than be a trucker..no offense at all to the truckers u all are everything

  • @TexasDog3
    @TexasDog3 2 роки тому +45

    Good truckers may not be hard to find. However good, honest trucking companies are as rare as hens teeth. Luke does a good job.

    • @mattz5770
      @mattz5770 2 роки тому +2

      You said it. My uncle has driven long haul for 50 years and could count the good companies he’s driven for on one hand.

    • @MyWeedgrower
      @MyWeedgrower 2 роки тому

      @@mattz5770 very true. too many awful companies out there

  • @jlc6423
    @jlc6423 Рік тому

    My faith in todays youth isn’t totally lost. Youngsters like this are going to be the backbone of future society.

  • @ricardorijo9392
    @ricardorijo9392 Рік тому

    A mother trucker for sure.... That's a lot of engine to handle. And the kid makes it look easy.... Respect!!!

  • @drsmith4806
    @drsmith4806 2 роки тому +45

    That kid is so cool & respectful wish him all the best in life . Looks like he's got a good life ahead of him, say thanks you to your parents young man.

  • @tonygould580
    @tonygould580 2 роки тому +15

    If a child asks to learn something as this young man clearly has, have the courage and pride to teach them well and let them make mistakes. He's learning a skill for his future that he's passionate about. Evidently, He's got a very good role model in his life.

  • @wjack4728
    @wjack4728 10 місяців тому

    Damn, he's better than a lot of old drivers, he's a natural. Beautiful Pete!!!

  • @ronaldmorrison1369
    @ronaldmorrison1369 Місяць тому

    My Dad taught my 13 yr. old little sis how to drive his 18 wheeler and she frequently went with him to load. Mom wouldn't let me near it. Said one gear grinder in the family was one too many. Sis could handle that rig like a pro after a few months.