Why are truckdrivers important to you? And why do people drive so carelessly around trucks?
372459
If there were no truck drivers how would food get to the store? How would anything you buy anywhere get there? Truck driving is a hard job, you have to get a CDL license,hours on the road causes health problems, long hours, low pay,heavy lifting,and putting up with inconsiderate drivers to boot! And that's just the beginning of it...\nI appreciate truck drivers because I know how hard they work,how many hours they stay away from their families and they do it all so people can buy things!\nIf I see a trucker trying to come around a corner I make sure I stop so he has plenty of room which usually gets horns honking ... most of the time the trucker acknowledges you for it, so it's worth the honking.We should all be very considerate of our truckers.\nThey are a part of our everyday life more than people realize!
1002244
Having been a cyclist for nearly 40 years, and a driver for over 30 I have seen lots of examples of both very bad (i.e. mean and malicious) and very good drivers and bicyclists.  Unfortunately some people are plain mean and uncaring and when you put them in +2000 lbs of motor-powered metal, the whole world becomes their target.  Likewise I've had very nice, courteous people who go out of their way to make sure they give bicyclists plenty of room.  \nI personally have been purposely run off the road, not because I was riding improperly or on the wrong side of the road but because as the driver put it as he steered his car into me "the road belongs to cars, not f**king bicyclists".  I have had beer bottles and soda cans (full and empty) thrown at me and even had someone pull up beside me on a busy city street and push open the passenger door in an attempt to knock me off my bike.  I have also had motorists stop and wave me by (even though I had stopped for them because they had the right of way), or slow down or give me plenty of clearance with passing.  \nLikewise I have seen bicyclists be real jerks, like the club riders who insist on riding 4 or 5 abreast on a street making it impossible for cars to pass, then flipping off the drivers when they do try to go by.  I have also nearly hit bicyclists while in my car because they were riding on the wrong side of the street, at night, with no lights.  And unfortunately, I see these wrong-way riders much more often than I would prefer.\n\nIn short, you just have to be constantly on your guard and be aware that there will always be those a$$holes that have a chip on their shoulder against bicyclists as well as those clueless idiots that ride their bikes on the wrong side of the street or down one-way streets the wrong way.   I just try to be a decent person and set a good example whether I am riding or driving, and I know this goes against today's way of operating but I try to treat others as I would want to be treated myself.
1069313
Yes. You need to learn. You can. Everyone else can. I've seen some really bad drivers too.
1079625
LOL  I have to ask, how do you know the driver is an illegal?  Is a sign displayed, "Illegal on board"?  LOL \n\nI had to laugh at the term "grocery getter".  I never heard that one.  I'm guessing it is an economy gas efficient car. Just think of it as doing your part to conserve petrol. Thanks for the laugh. I really needed one! :)
212316
Hi\n\nNot only can those with Asperger's drive (if they so choose), they actually make extremely good drivers.   \n\nWhy?    Because they adhere to the law and use precision in what they do.   A trait of those with Asperger's is perfection, and that would also come through when driving.\n\nA down side to this may be a feeling that they will never be good enough to drive well.   What many won't realise is that the majority of those on the road don't drive well and don't worry about it either.\n\nMy advise to you - go for it with all you've got.   Believe you can do it and do it as well as if not better than most of the other students.    Also remember, we all make mistakes, and a few mistakes does not mean we will never succeed.
217926
I think People have a tendency to think they are invincible and cannot be harmed by the risks they take. They always think they are more skilled than others and accidents happen to other people. Therefore they go off and take unnecessary risks and find themselves in accidents. This risk taking would be higher in an adolescent population where hormones are at an all time high and are driving kids to be risk takers.
576282
Im a truckers daughter, Its a community of its own if your truly wanting to be a truck driver notify a local company and ask them what truck driving school they reccomend.\nDo you have your CDL's? \nAlso, beware of company's wanting you to haul oversized loads.. They pay good money but will run you ragged, because there are some states you cant travel thru with these types of loads.\nIt's a solitary lifestyle, with no kids has your wife thought about joining you in this venture, I know several driving teams that are husband and wife..\n\nGood luck in your venture, and thanks for serving our country for the past 6 years.
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I wholeheartedly agree with the two answers; one about not using turn signals - dangerous,\nand one about constantly using cell phones - also dangerous\nwhen driving.\nBut I must say that what bothers me "the most" is drivers who drive too fast, too close to you, and then cut you off by "passing on the right".  This is extremely dangerous and most annoying.  It is my observation that they are often ALSO talking on a cell phone, and they definately never use their turn signals!\nWe drive an RV Van which is heavy and does not "stop on a dime", because of such law breaking, inconsiderate drivers we have had many "close calls".  \nI wish we could just ZAP those offenders off the roadways!\n\nSo for anyone reading this who does any of these things, please STOP and THINK, before YOU cause an "avoidable tragic accident", and perhaps death to someone and/or YOURSELF.\nIn the meantime I pray a lot.\nGod Bless!
992365
The truck, please.  All of them would cause the same damage, but you could sue the truck driver. ;)
900218
I'm more typically a driver than a pedestrian.  People in genral I think are becoming increasingly impatient.  If it's like some little old lady taking her sweet time it doesn't bother me because she can't help it.  What really gets my goat are the pedestrians that take their sweet time as they saunter lazily across road without regard to the fact that there are people waiting for them to get out of the way.  And those little brats on college campuses that just walk right out in front of you instead of waiting for a clearing in the traffic.  Argghhh!  Ten points to the people that hustle across the street - I love those folks.
91091
Find somebody's truck parked somewhere and put it in the bed.  Then it's their problem!  It's safe to throw it in there when the own3r's not around and nobody's looking.  Likewise if there's something in there you want (like a gas can) you can take it.
2447
Because they don't know how to drive?
449149
I only have a problem with impatience while I am driving. I can't stand people that can't drive the speed limit or at the very least get out of the passing lane so I can get where I am going. I don't have road rage or anything, just get really annoyed! Other than that I am pretty laid back and impatience doesn't really have any impact on my life.
197793
People don't know how to drive, in general.
308155
forgot the true answer to that. but heres one. Why do people drive in a parkway and park in a driveway
12730
Ok, I thought you were pretty cool, until I came up to this question.  What's up with that??  I think, yes, you are the only one annoyed by it.  Well, maybe there are two or three like you.  Anyway, I'm one of those people that parks front end out.  Why, you ask?  Because, it's easier.  That's why you see lots of pickup trucks and long cars parking that way.  When you back out of a parking space, you don't have enough space, so you backup, turn your wheel, then move forward, then backup again, then you can get out.  Ok, so maybe there is enough space, but it just seems easier, and you can avoid accidents.  Also, it has to do with the car or trucks turn radius.  Pick up trucks have a horrible turn radius compared to a car.  Also, you see the back end of your car or truck better than you see the front.  The way vehicles are made today, you don't see the bumper. It's easier to backup into the parking space, and when you leave, you just put it in drive and go.  Just my opinion.
1013121
This is a great question that I hear a lot.\n\nThe most difficult part of the decision to go into trucking is not whether you can learn to drive a truck; those skills can usually be learned whether you are male or female.  In fact, my experience in driver training is that women tend to listen more closely and with a more open mind.\n\nThe harder part is the issue of lifestyle change.  Some people love the trucker's lifestyle (I am particularly talking about the over the road/long haul driver).  Others view it as a very difficult way to live.  Either way you look at it, being a professional driver is a lot of work.\n\nYou will: be away from home alot, often drive alone, deal with traffic congestion, be stuck with 4 wheelers who don't have good driving skills and don't understand the limits of 18 wheel trucks, be faced with unhealthy food at truckstops, sleep unusual hours, etc, etc.  You just have to be mentally prepared to face this.\n\nHowever, being a professional driver is a challenging job that can give you great satisfaction.  You accomplish most of the job on your own.  You can make good money.  You will meet interesting people and see the country (not all of it is what you want to see, but you can see much of America). \n\nAs to training, you have to choose a good school.  My view is to avoid company-paid training.  There are too many hidden pitfalls.  Some people who do not understand the industry recommend it because they think it is "no cost."  Nothing could be further from the truth.  The reality is that 9 times out of 10 it sets you up for failure and financial hardship in the end.\n\nYour best bet is find a solid PTDI certified school (I've recommended one below).  If you are concerned about whether you have the ability to drive a truck, your training is even more important.  If you choose a "CDL Mill" ( a school that gives a few hours of CDL training over 1-2 weeks), you are asking for trouble.  A good school is at least 4-5 weeks.  Any school that says they can do it in 1-3 weeks is usually full of it.  Also, good schools should cost $3-4 thousand.  If you are asked to pay over $5,000, go somewhere else.\n\nMore and more women are getting in to trucking and doing an incredible job.  I speak with courteous, capable and professional women truck drivers on the road all the time.\n\nGood luck.