Why do truckers have bobbleheads?

There’s a clever little period of exposition where Midthunder’s character explains to the company’s insurance agent (Walker) that the truckers use bobbleheads on their dashboard as an indication for speed. Too fast and they may hit a pressure wave causing the pressure to break the ice, which will sink the truck.

Why do trucks block lanes?

When a truck moving at 60mph approaches a slower vehicle, the driver has a choice. They either slow down (potentially extending their route and using more fuel), or they try to pass the slower truck. Given the choice, most truckers choose the latter and block both lanes as they slowly pass the other truck.

What are the disadvantages of being an over the road truck driver?

Time away from family and friends It is not uncommon for an OTR (Over the Road) truck driver to earn only one day of home time for every week out on the road. You will almost never be guaranteed to be home on a specific day, meaning you may miss birthdays, holidays, or other special events.

What does a truck driver do?

A truck driver is someone who earns a living driving a truck, transporting goods and materials over land.

Why do some truckers have radar detectors in their rigs?

Like many drivers, truckers are always careful about traffic rules. Cops can come down harder on trucks breaking rules because of how dangerous they can be. This has led to some truckers using the old trick of having a radar detector in their rigs to warn of any police presence.

Why are trucks the best way to haul freight?

No matter how advanced the world can be, trucks are always the best way to haul freight across the nation in a timely manner. Truck drivers need to have a different mentality than regular car owners. They have to be up for hours on the road at a time, handling a truck carrying many tons of cargo.