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    New transportation bill creates safety concerns over bigger rigs

    From CNN Could tractor-trailer rigs almost as long as Boeing 737s be driving on a highway near you? If a new transportation bill proposed by House Republicans passes, the answer is yes, and the safety ramifications would be astronomical, say congressional opponents of the bill and the AAA...
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    Troopers: At least 9 dead in wrecks on I-75 in Fla

    Here is the local ABC affiliate, with video: Troopers: At least 9 dead in wrecks on I-75 in Florida | abc13.com
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    Troopers: At least 9 dead in wrecks on I-75 in Fla

    If you can't see whats in front of you, pull over.
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    Troopers: At least 9 dead in wrecks on I-75 in Fla

    FYI: "At least nine people died in a series of crashes apparently caused by heavy smoke and fog overnight on Interstate 75 in north Florida, authorities said Sunday." Troopers: At least 9 dead in wrecks on I-75 in Fla - Yahoo! News
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    Ice Road truckers - behind the scenes

    I am not surprised by any of this. Makes you realize how much of these shows is manipulated to be the way that the producers want them to be.
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    Now THAT'S a sleeper!

    Wow! 160 inch sleeper! custom sleeper freightliner custom sleeper freightliner | eBay
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    Home time

    Wife has a good job and I am on her insurance.
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    Home time

    Thanks guys. Yeah, I have been reading all the threads and have seen the ones about insulating and such and Chefdennis and others. I would do that to make the van more comfortable and enjoyable. That is why I am taking my time right now, and looking for a good van and biding my time until I am...
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    Home time

    Okay guys, need thoughts and opinions. Here is my situation: Currently make about $12,000 a year working part time at a big box retailer. Keep looking for better but not much out there. I like the idea of being in business for myself. I have over $30,000 saved in the bank from previous job...
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    From kzoo to gr I counted 19 cars that slid off the road

    When you have driven in bad conditions enough, you slow down and still get there. Sure, when it's sunny and the roads are dry, hammer down. But when the snow is coming down hard and visibility is nill, slow down and stay alive.
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    A&E shipping wars LOL

    Road Closed! "Aw screw it!" duh
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    A&E shipping wars LOL

    Its not too bad if you watch it as entertainment only. Two problems I have with the show. 1)The other drivers commenting on what is happening on screen, often with dumb or derogatory comments about the driver who is being shown. This gets real old, real fast. I can't see watching many more...
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    Bumperdumper

    Holy Crap!!!
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    Anybody got a time machine?

    You probably already know this, but google maps says it takes 1 day, 3 hours!! You should ask them how much they will pay if you can get in there in 16 hours, just for a laugh!
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    Doing my research FIRST!

    Hi all, I just joined, have been reading all the threads that I can on everything. Pros, cons, and everything in between. I am willing to wait to get into expediting if and when the time is right for me. I have enough money saved to easily buy a cargo van or other vehicle. For right now, I...
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