Swift Orientation And Training--Denver, CO
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He may have neglected to tell you that they will also "automatically" brake for overpasses, large signs on the interstates, and large/deep shadows. If a 4-wheeler happens to dart in front of you to exit an interstate , be prepared for a significant jolt. This technology still has a few "kinks" to be worked out. Don't get me wrong, I have been in and out of automatics for months (we still have a few day cabs with 10 speeds), they do have their merits and I for one love them in bumper to bumper traffic. All I am saying is they are different, be careful with it until you develop a better "feel" for the technology.
Good luck and enjoy. Safe travels.
Interesting, thanks for the info. I appreciate you taking the time to read and comment on here!
You're welcome. Let us know what you think of the automatics, always looking for new perspective. Your mentors truck number (if not an O/O truck) will reveal if it's an automatic or manual; 3-digit prefix of 160, 161, or 162 indicates a 2016 model that I am 99% sure will be an automatic.
Day Cab:
A tractor which does not have a sleeper berth attached to it. Normally used for local routes where drivers go home every night.
Interstate:
Commercial trade, business, movement of goods or money, or transportation from one state to another, regulated by the Federal Department Of Transportation (DOT).
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Interesting, thanks for the info. I appreciate you taking the time to read and comment on here!
Day Cab:
A tractor which does not have a sleeper berth attached to it. Normally used for local routes where drivers go home every night.
Interstate:
Commercial trade, business, movement of goods or money, or transportation from one state to another, regulated by the Federal Department Of Transportation (DOT).