backing

Let’s be honest, backing is what separates the rookies from the ones who’ve been around a while. I don’t care who you are — every one of us looked like a clown in a truck stop parking lot at some point. I sure did. For me, it finally clicked one night in a dark dock in Memphis. No spotters, no...

Backing a semi-trailer is one of the most challenging maneuvers a truck driver must master. It requires a combination of precision, patience, and an understanding of the vehicle’s dynamics. Mistakes can lead to costly accidents, injuries, or damage to property. Therefore, it’s crucial to follow...

Proper steps for backing a semi trailer Backing a semi-trailer can be a challenging task that requires practice and skill. Here are the proper steps to follow when backing a semi-trailer: Preparation: Before you begin backing up, ensure that you have checked your surroundings for any...

Rookie here, My trainer was a weird dumbass and didn't really teach me how to back into a hole when there's not much space on the opposite side of the hole. (Imagine a packed truck stop with not a lot of room between the rows and you want to park in one of the last spots, if you will). I...

1- Don't run right up on a guy backing a trailer in. You both lose. 2- Turn your damned lights off at night.

Once again, some dumbass runs right into the back of my trailer. I am so sick of the dumbass steering wheel holders out here. Better hope you have bolt cutters, don't need that seal, and have some extra lights for the trailer. Jackass

My truck loses air and drops down to 50 psi when I back under a loaded trailer and will not come back up when the idle is bumped up unless it is around 1,500 RPM. I am thinking it is a leveling valve issue or compressor issue. Any ideas on a cause or remedy?

Question for those of you who have a few years under your belt ... What are your thoughts on situations that require using a public roadway to successfully back into a dock? I know some Companies that have strict policies prohibiting drivers from backing on Public Roadways -- how practical is...

Any advice

hey all. Currently in my first week of solo driving and i have been getting really really lucky finding easy spots to park in at night. The other night though i had to drop a trailer at our yard and i had a HELL of a time because the trailers are so close together.i was always told if you have...

Curious as to whats the hardest backing youve ever had to do reefer has alot of difficult places they like sending u to god awful warehouses thats barely bigenough for straightrucks let alone 18 wheelers but the backing ive had doesnt even compare to this company imdelivering in chicago inside...