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Trucking Answers | How much energy does a Tesla semi use? | Cars I wish I still had | A Reason we are not on Mars | #111
In this electrifying episode I discuss how much energy a Tesla semi uses and what it costs. Are we ready to use electric trucks to haul goods in the United States yet? I name 3 of the cars I used to
Trucking Answers | Why waiting time pays zero | Harley class action | A Reason we are not on Mars | #110
In this best of Sturgis episode I discuss the recent picket line at the ports in Boston and explain exactly why people sit and are not paid for it. Celedon execs are spared prosecution, is anyone sur
Trucking Answers | Schneider LP court ruling | GM goes subscription | A Reason we are not on Mars | #109
In a Peterson Automotive Museum masterpiece I discuss the recent court ruling basically saying a driver who leased a truck from Schneider is actually an employee. Also, GM ups the game on subscriptio
Trucking Answers | Trucking Company Production/Safety Bonuses for Drivers | #108
In the Steering Wheel Haul of Fame episode I discuss the production and safety bonuses that some trucking companies put out. Many of them are not fair in the fact that they give a bonus on something
Trucking Answers | Variant Turnover rate | 396.11 discussion | STAA | A Reason we are not on Mars | #107
In this gastronomical delight I discuss the turnover rate at Variant Trucking who is part of US Xpress. What the heck? Also, some advice as we discuss 396.11. What it means to you and the motor car
Trucking Answers | Stand up for something | A reason we are not on Mars | #106
This world beating episode is chock full of items. I recount some of the things going on and ask people to stand up for something. The AB5 protesters went home with their tail between their legs and
Trucking Answers | Life Updates | A Reason we are not on Mars | #105
In an Earth shattering episode I discuss why there might not be as many episodes as there have been lately. Also, some automotive news. Ford wants to test a vehicle with no controls on public roads.
Trucking Answers | CRST setback | Turo | A Reason we are not on Mars | #104
In a McDonaldland Playplace filled lunch break I talk about a McDonalds manager who is mad that no one shows up. Same problem in trucking. Also, CRST suffers a setback in a case that has been going
Trucking Answers | Mileage vs Hourly pay: Which is better? | #103
In a mile marker extravaganza I discuss mileage pay vs hourly pay. I will tell you why being paid by the hour plus overtime is the only way to get fairly compensated if you are an employee. Over the
Trucking Answers | Brink’s Truck | Cars are cute | A Reason we are not on Mars | #102
In a Peterson Automotive Museum worthy restoration we discuss the recent robbery of jewelry from a Brinks truck in California. I dont know if they were wearing a mask but I sure hope so. Better to





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