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Posted:  2 years, 5 months ago

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New Driver, Third Day solo, I have some questions!

I am a new driver and I currently just finished my 3rd solo day. I work for a major carrier (not swift) and am still learning the ropes. I did about 1500 miles in the last 3 days. I have a few questions for you veterans.

1. Where do I stop to go to the bathroom quickly? Rest areas are generally pretty quick and I am in and out within 10 minutes, but when there arent any easy pull in rest areas, is there any where else to go? It will take me 25 minutes to back in a major truck stop.

2. Will backing get better? it took me about 30 minutes to get the trailer straight enough to drop it. Yard jockey will probably be upset in the morning but hey it got there safely. I can confidently say I can drive the thing straight with very little issues, I am very comfortable going forward, backwards though is hell

3. Should I be maxing out my clock every day?

Thanks in advance

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