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[@midliferyker3929]

First things first......I can't believe you didn't tighten Max's harness to fit - in order to tame that WILD BEAST!!!! But really, glad things turned out ok for your son. Regarding trainers, unfortunately it's prevalent no matter the field. It's incredibly discouraging and disheartening. In the IT industry, there are entirely too many "Bosses" versus "Leaders". I'm shocked on a daily basis regarding people that are placed in the position of leading people, that have had zero training, education, or experience in managing people. A majority of them are put in place due to knowledge of managing process, leading to incredibly decreased morale. Anyhow, wishing your son a speedy recovery, and hope your return to Prime is all you hoped it would be. Glad you have a good trainer lined up.

[@TheTulsaTrucker]

Max is a savage and there is no holding him back 😂. Well said sir. You are spot on in your analysis of people placed in training positions. Much success to you sir. I appreciate you stopping by.

[@midliferyker3929]

@@TheTulsaTrucker Thanks Chuck!!!!!

[@keithspencer472]

If you had prior driving experience you need to try and go local.

[@JWilliams-sn3qe]

@@TheTulsaTrucker that is so true about the trainer

[@fredricksproulls2665]

You are a Good man chuck. I watch your videos all the time

[@geraldjones8032]

You I given some great pointers. You tell like it is. Hope your son is doing much better.

[@Prince_idao]

I hope everything goes and gets well.

[@TheTulsaTrucker]

I appreciate that sir!!

[@leroydickey5866]

helpful.

[@robertgreenesr.7459]

Wow very good Video I'm proud of you Sir good luck

[@cooterbrown7681]

Damn right on the rant on trainer's

[@arthurwoodend7760]

Family 1st 💯

[@buddybrown7848]

Chuck, since it appears that you have not done a video in a while, i don't know if you are still on this channel. Any way, I just wanted to say that I just got through watching all of your Corvette918 videos and after all this time, i find that your Videos are still the best when it comes to corvette content. The 2021 will be out soon and I wish you were there to give us the low down. Stay safe and I will think of you every time I clean my vette this winter. here in OHIO i will be putting her to bed the end of October.

[@TheTulsaTrucker]

I appreciate that Buddy, I am sure I will have another vette in the future most likely a C8. I do miss doing the videos and interacting with the corvette community. Have a safe winter and spring will be here before you k ow it!!

[@whitetailwarriorsdeercamp88]

your 100% spot on about trainers, had a bad one at werner so i left

[@edarious7]

New subscriber here! Man your life is fascinating! I started watching you for corvette content and now the trucking life stuff. I've been in trucking and supply chain work for 25 years

[@TheTulsaTrucker]

Welcome to the channel!! Just enjoy living life and doing different things.

[@fredricksproulls2665]

You is right about that. I wanna be trained right.

[@fonz112goss4]

I love your spirit. You keep doing you and I will pray for the family because they and we all need God's grace!!!

[@TheTulsaTrucker]

Much appreciated!!

[@Pablo19625]

Hi Chuck. Thank you for these great videos!! I’m heading to Prime in a few weeks. Could you recommend a trainer so I could request them. Much appreciated if you could. God Bless you and your family.

[@jameswalton8927]

man wherer you been?

[@mmontejo68]

Good luck.

[@AtomicPunx]

I can relate to this topic. I too was at Prime a few years back. And indeed had the unfortunate opportunity to be on a truck with a Trainer that didnt give a s*** about anything but money. And often was very abrasive. The last confrontation we had that did it for me was I made to our destination and he woke up and immediately coming out of the birth started yelling and spewing bs about nothing. I just said I've made it to our stop and my shift is over. He did not want to hear that. So he rambled on more with even more abrasive spewing. So I told him, I think the best thing for me to do is get off this truck before someone gets hurt. I packed my stuff and immediately got off his truck. Walked into the truck stop resturant and asked the waitress if I could hang out here for a while so I could communicate with my fleet manager. I spent the night in a hotel across the street paid for out of my pocket and the next day had a new trainer. He was awesome btw! Had a great time learning and driving while with him. Unfornately toward the end of training he wanted to take a vacation which in his defense was schedualed for some time. Even before I came aboard to train. So basically I had 2 choices. Either stay on his truck sitting in a parking lot in Chicago for 6 days or a motel at my own expense. Because the training facility in springfield did not have any spare rooms. And Prime did not want to put me on another truck. So after 2 days in a hotel and burning thru the money in my wallet knowing it would in fact be another 2 weeks before I seen another paycheck well I did what any logical thinking human would do. I called the wife and said he come get me! That was the end of my time at Prime Inc!!

[@aqilanwarrivera3503]

This a good man heart that care for his fellow humans can't find them anymore. Blessings 🙏

[@skslone9450]

Prayers for your son and family Chuck.

[@masonhendrix6266]

Check out usf Holland they union

[@heartdawg]

Excellent video!

[@Tcal-y4q]

Thanks!

[@ritaj5676]

Hi Mr Chuck, I'm with Prime, upgraded last week, it has not been to good for me but I guess it's a learning process, I'm making a lot of mistakes. My trainer was a great trainer, he cares for his students, he paid all my food and snacks, he bought my first set of tools I needed for my truck. The good thing is he only trains women he said that he does it because he knows it's more difficult for us to find a respectful trainer. I was blessed with him as my trainer 😀😀😀!!!

[@TheTulsaTrucker]

Rita, I am so happy you had the opportunity to work with a true trainer. That makes a ton of difference. There are so many great ladies and men who never get to the point of having their own trucks because they are treated so badly they just can’t bare to continue. Much success to you as you move forward.

[@Pablo19625]

Rita- I’m headed to Prime in a few weeks could you tell me this trainers name so I could request him in case he’s still working at Prime. I would be so grateful Thank you

[@Kimstar20]

Goodluck brother Family first!

[@TheTulsaTrucker]

I appreciate that Simon. You are 💯 with that comment. Have a blessed 4th.

[@norme2681]

Chuck, If trucking just saved half the first the year drivers they lose, there wouldn't be a shortage. I've always said, it's training and driver support that makes the difference. I wasn't a real rookie I had been driving log and dump truck in the mountains of NC. I went to Apple Valley Tech in Wisconsin, that was the best move I could have made, then on to a company with an awesome trainer. That set me up for a 30 year career, that I enjoyed.

[@TheTulsaTrucker]

Agreed

[@Mr.Mopar.23-7]

Been truckin since 1980. Turn and run!

[@TheTulsaTrucker]

You are not the first person to say that 😂😂

[@Mr.Mopar.23-7]

@@TheTulsaTrucker It's good money, not as good as it used to be. The part that's no fun anymore is the regulation or strangulation of us drivers. Everyone dislikes trucks on the road. FMCSA, DOT and most 4 wheelers. An entire industry of law makers, and none of them has ever driven a truck. They have no clue. Just read the studies is their trucking experience. You're a civilized man. I enjoyed your other channel. Keep looking, you'll find a way to make a living. If trucking is your direction, stay local. LTL pays very well. Otr's worst part is your away from your life. Completely!

[@artit8503]

Hi April here ... I have to say you are very well spoken and I agree with you 100% ... I had a trainer and he was in it for the 💵... I had to constantly ask him to let me do things ...it’s like he forgot I was there .. don’t get me wrong as a person he was nice enough, teacher he was not !! I am now A subscriber to your channel, and I very much look forward to more of your videos!!

[@TheTulsaTrucker]

Nice to meet you April. Much success to you out there on the road.

[@BrandonBalderas]

Great Video hope all works out

[@dinan5iver]

Good luck to you sir.

[@hipal2271]

Stan Kasterke needs to know about Prime PSD instructors shoving students

[@Chris_L034]

it is a fact that anyone can drive a truck, but only unique individuals can make truck drivers. i went through the prime truck driving school back in 1999.

[@TheTulsaTrucker]

Driving a truck is about 20% of this profession the other 80 is what’s above the shoulders. When people are not right up stairs they shouldn’t be training or be in the position of authority but because of the high turnover in OTR anyone is pretty much allowed to train now days but that’s changing next February. Will be required to have 2 years OTR experience before you can train. It’s a federal law.

[@Chris_L034]

@@TheTulsaTrucker considering the name of the game is otr 'driver' i think your estimation of 20% is a little low. as far as the turn over rate goes the odds are stacked against a driver. in so many different ways.

[@junkemail2440]

From someone that is thinking about getting into trucking it is discouraging to here how many bad trainer's are out their, if a trainer gets frustrated and pushes me out of the way it's not going to end well

[@TheTulsaTrucker]

Unfortunately allot of “trainers” are not in it to train you but to use you for your clock and the miles you can drive for them. You are cheap labor at .14 a mile. I wouldn’t go to any company that has its training based on miles vs days. There are days you sit doing nothing and it drags out the training. Prime use to be a company I would recommend but 50k miles which is close to 4 months is just ridiculous in my opinion. Good luck to you sir!!

[@wcoyote6181]

Great video man! I hired on with prime, and got three bad trainers in a row, which ultimately lead me to leave prime. It didn’t take me long to figure out that not only were there super trucker‘s, but so-called super trainers! Prime has an excellent training program, except for their super trainers. I’ve been hired on with CFI based out of Joplin, mo. And got a first rate trainer right off the bat! If it weren’t for a good trainer there, it would have ruined me for sure! thanks for the first rate video!!

[@TheTulsaTrucker]

Thanks for stopping by the channel. Prime is definitely a great company but definitely lacks in screening trainers 😂. Have hear nothing but good things about CFI and their finishers. Much success to you sir!!

[@wcoyote6181]

@@TheTulsaTrucker 👍🙂

[@rogerg0834]

Any possibility of giving examples of what three "bad trainers" did/didn't do that caused you to leave Prime Inc? Also, what did the "good trainer" at CFI do?? How long ago was this? The reason I am asking is that I am thinking of going to Prime Inc to start a trucking career. Thanks.

[@ega0117]

I hope to have Kearsey or Travis Kinley as my Trainer.

[@jonathanferguson8280]

I had to leave trucking due to my 1st wife passing away and to take care of my kids.. now I'm going back to trucking

[@TheTulsaTrucker]

I am so sorry to hear about that. I am sure that was a difficult time in life.. stay safe out there and enjoy the ride.

[@bendenny4860]

Great video hope your son and family are well bd3

[@mljhr6108]

Great guy thx chuck

[@TheTulsaTrucker]

I appreciate you stopping by the channel 👊🏻

[@stingray6164]

WHATS UP CHUCK LOL

[@eakjr91]

Went through Schneider national carriers to obtain my CDL class A. Already had my class B. Had a trainer that had no patience while I was out on the road. Training at the terminal was only for test purposes. Ended up getting separated from Schneider because I had lack of training and needed extra help with alley docking

[@TheTulsaTrucker]

Sorry to hear about that Eric. I hope you everything works out for you sir. 👊🏻

[@ngeris]

The world needs more guys like you Chuck!

[@tyresingleton4077]

Duuuvaaaallll

[@thatsweetman7334]

Thanks for all your trucking videos and a lot has helped me get my mind around trucking. I’m studying for my CDL permit then I’ll be setting up a time to go to prime. Thanks again and I hope you go back to prime because you have a lot of knowledge and I just try and soak it all up. You’d be an awesome trainer!

[@TheTulsaTrucker]

Thank you!! If you know the Pre-Trip before going it will make things allot easier during your PSD phase. I have a playlist for the Pre-Trip on my channel. Prime is a very good company and will treat you very well. Good luck to you!!

[@thatsweetman7334]

Thank you for that tip. I’ve seen the pre trip playlist you have on your channel and honestly I just keep watching them trying to get familiar with everything that I can

[@whitetailwarriorsdeercamp88]

you hit the hammer on the nail with trainers, i was with werner and had a trainer who bitched me out for everything. shifting, backing you name, i told him ''did you know it all when you started''? and when i told my DM it went over like a wet ballon, was always told he's just doing his job. and it like we were teaming so i left. do i miss it? hell ya i miss it, but it's been to long now that i dought any one would hire me, but i did keep my cdl current

[@Phill1871]

Very good video Chuck. I am currently in tnt and yes it is very hard I only have 9600 miles of 30 thousand miles. My question is my trainer only goes home every 3 month's I have been told that I cant go home unless he does is that true. I don't mind staying out but i do have a family and can't just stay out for months.Thanks and look forward to your new videos with your new trainer

[@TheTulsaTrucker]

Negative, a good trainer will take their students home around the 10k to 15k Mark and go out and run solo for a week and come back by and pick them up. Now you won’t be paid anything for that week but you can get home time even if your trainer wants to stay out. If your trainer is saying you can’t have home time then he or she is one of the bad ones out there. You just need to let your FM you want to take 7 days of home time and to route you by the house. Your trainer is not your boss the FM is. He is your trainer plain and simple.

[@raynseyr]

See the tunnel’s end-goal but also the ‘root’ (which is oft’ the only true anchor when no light is seen yet at end of the tunnel) - that led you to make the decision to go into this to start with. If you can do that, tie a knot in it and hang on. Then find out more by following protocol up the chain and go home - DO IT! Remember to do it with grace and decorum and not with an: “I was right - you were wrong” attitude. Don’t feel bad about needing to go home. You will be fine.

[@pedrothegoodtwinlopez92]

God bless you and the family. I speaking with a recruiter now hoping to get into the Pennsylvania school. I’m follow your videos. Thanks for the tips and motivation. Bless you brother

[@TheTulsaTrucker]

You will be successful Pedro good luck to you sir and keep me updated.

[@pedrothegoodtwinlopez92]

Yes I will ty

[@trentallman984]

I've been trucking for about 6 years straight, 1 OTR, 5 local. Don't worry about spending the rest of your life on the road, you don't have to. No matter where you live there is some sort of local daycab work. You have to get your experience away from home, but once you do you can find something like I did. I work 7 to 4, M-F with an occasional half day on Saturday.

[@semiwandering295]

Great video about teaching... hey what was company you sold.. and why did you sell it

[@TheTulsaTrucker]

Garage door company and wanted to do something else in life. 👍🏻

[@semiwandering295]

@Trucking Through Life I think it's funny.. I'm a realtor and want to do something else..I just love big trucks.. the sence of when you can handle one well.. it's amazing

[@ohiofjr]

Just found your videos. WOW, thanks for telling it like it is. I plan to start a OTR trucking job in Jan/Feb of 2020. I drove OTR over 40 years ago, I sure can tell you some stories about bad trainers back then, and now that I could retire, its time to get back into trucking. A chance to see the country, make some good money and do something that may allow my wife to join me and drive also. Will be following your progress and learning from your adventure.Hope your son is doing well. Would like to contact you via email or any other method to really pick your brain. I'll be following along.

[@TheTulsaTrucker]

[e-mail] will help anyway I can.

[@RedMonkeyTrucking]

I really enjoyed the video. Subscribed.

[@ega0117]

What did you go for college for? I found that interesting. Thanks for your video

[@TT-zm8np]

I think it’s so stupid how they have new drivers who only drive for like 2yrs and make them a Trainer! What the hell can they train you on? 2-5 years your still a rookie in my eyes theirs always lots of things to learn as a trucker everyday! Be safe, love and respect my Brother you and the family!!

[@TheTulsaTrucker]

Turn over rate in trucking is too high. Older guys leaving by the droves everyday.

[@darellbell9023]

If I came a day earlier. I hang out at a truckstop. Sleep chill clean the truck out eat at a restaurant. Make sure it's a Petrol. Iron skillet

[@JesusIsLordJ3.16]

Glad your son is ok 🙏🙏. Same happen to me, got with a bad trainer. So I left OTR side of trucking, But that all happen for a reason, to stop me going in a direction that god didn’t want me going. Couldn’t see it at the time but my family needs me to be around an in position at all times. Besides Wouldn’t be where I am today if it wasn’t for me getting placed with that bad trainer. So with that being said pay close attention to your circumstances, god sometimes uses them to speak to you an place you where you need to be.

[@TheTulsaTrucker]

Good word Brother. I totally agree.

[@tobytyler4240]

I hope everything is ok with your son and hope things get better soon.

[@deanporostovsky9547]

Hope your son is ok. God Bless your family!

[@TheTulsaTrucker]

I appreciate that Dean!! He has a long road but we are going to get him back to 100% He has all my focus and energy and he is going to do great. Thank you again, I very much appreciate you sir.

[@deanporostovsky9547]

The Tulsa Trucker ..he will be in my prayers!

[@jeffreyroecker7964]

For me I would need to have a trainer that would understand my disability, I do have dyslexia and learn different at times. I do like the idea of one on one training, I can't learn in a large group at times. I have taught my self on youtube vids, how to change my brakes and pads on my old smaller car I had, learned how to wire up a harness for the hitch and trailer lights. I am retired on ssd and pension as of last yr. I have been interested in trucking for a long time, I have a cousin that drives a day cab KW for Winco. I was laid off after 30 yrs on 8/18, plant closure, but I did learn how to load/unload trailers.

[@petermunyua5072]

How about your room mate,from Congo??

[@ronaldsimpson1733]

Hope everything turns out ok for your son

[@poncaok8571]

Thanks for the videos, did they make you pay they employment contract?

[@TheTulsaTrucker]

Negative

[@kingsleysarfo.]

Woke up the morning to go and meet my trainer at a mutual state to pick me up …packed ready to leave. Asked him a simple question if I should bring a mini iron for wrinkles in clothes thinking we”d get out at service areas.. he got mad called me a pre madonna and to get off my “”high horse “ and that we wouldn’t go good together and said to get another trainer the 2 hours to meeting him ! … remember I’m new to trucking i don’t l know what to expect that’s why I asked him..it was a simple question ..but I’m happy he showed his whole hand before netting him because prolly would of been hell.. currently waiting for new trainer it’s been 3 days

[@TheTulsaTrucker]

Some people should not be trainers plain and simple good thing you didn’t get stuck with that guy.

[@MX_TRACE_Gaming]

Hey Chuck! Is Charlie a good trainer? Who is the Trainer you would recommend? I am starting Prime not this upcoming Monday but the next. Glad everything is okay with your son.

[@TheTulsaTrucker]

Charlie doesn’t ring a bell sorry, make sure you interview with your trainer. Ask them lots of questions. Do they do both PSD and TNT. You want a trainer that is going to do both. Find out how much home time are you going to get. 50k miles is now taking close to 4 months. That’s a long time to be in a box smaller than your bathroom. You do not have to just take any trainer so get one that you think will work best for you. Good luck sir.

[@MX_TRACE_Gaming]

@@TheTulsaTrucker Thank You for the advice. Hope to meet you some day in Springfield. I live here in town.

[@MotivatingDude420]

Boomer Sooner from God's country Norman, OK! God bless you and your family. I am sure your being home has been a comfort to him and the rest of your family. Thank you for your channel. I am getting out of sales and attending the Prime orientation on 8/26/19. I have had anxiety about being away from my family. Your videos have been a tremendous blessing to me.

[@TheTulsaTrucker]

Nice to meet you Lowell! I always enjoy visiting Norman when I come down to catch a game. Welcome to Prime. Being well prepared knowing the Pre-Trip and being ready to test and pass your permit on Tuesday goes along way. If you can bring a laptop so you can do the CBT’s in your room instead of having to do them on the PC’s in the classrooms. As a family man it was definitely a ruff first week being away from my family but having that support from my wife and sons was huge. The training will be the hardest thing you have ever experienced unless you have been in the military. There will be days you will say this isn’t for me. Just push through. Something happens after you pass your CDL test and you are now an official truck driver. The TNT phase will be another adjustment but just know it’s only 3-4 months and make sure you get some home time during that journey. It will help you recharge even if it’s only a few days. Once you get your own truck then you can run things your way. I can say trucking can be very rewarding and you will see things that you can’t experience driving the same roads to work everyday. Everyday is different and your constantly waking up to a new city and state. Once you get a few years experience there are so many opportunities that will open up to you if you want to drive regional or local so that you are home way more often. Good luck to you Lowell and much success to you sir!!

[@MotivatingDude420]

@@TheTulsaTrucker thanks again for your videos. They make a huge difference in knowing what to expect. I check in Sunday. I am nervous, but I know God and my family have my back. Hope to meet someday sir. Blessings to you and your family.

[@montecito12]

Amen to trainers! Too many trainers are not patient teachers. You just described my first trainer! I had to leave here was mean.

[@OCTKAMGTidalWavesEnt]

Chuck I’m coming to prime September 2nd and I would like to get in contact with you before I go I appreciate the knowledge you dropped I’m just more curious on what to expect your time is appropriated

[@TheTulsaTrucker]

Just make sure you are ready for the permit test day two. Get all your CBT’s done before you go to bed Monday. Get that all done and Wednesday and Thursday is gravy. If give allot of facts in the videos I did while in Orentation

[@roseannabrownwarrior6284]

I'm planning to go to prime as soon as I sale my started poople puppy. Question 1 do they give you a fitness test? An if so what kind . 2 what kind of a truck .stantard. 3 they look at your bills 4 I was let go of my last job . Please if you can answer my question that be helpful thank you 😊. God bless

[@TheTulsaTrucker]

You take a DOT physical it’s not to extensive just want to and sure you have nothing wrong that will prevent you from driving and getting in and out of those big trucks, truck will be auto, they look at everything for the past 10 years.

[@r.mitchell1480]

Chuck I just came across your channel and as a veteran trucker with nearly 35 years in the industry I must say I thoroughly enjoyed watching this video. "THE HEART OF A TEACHER" .... This video needs to be distributed to every carrier in our industry because one of the things I dislike most is a lazy trainer. Keep up the good work and my prayers go out to you and your family and a speedy recovery for your son.

[@TheTulsaTrucker]

I appreciate that Sir. Thank you for your amazing service in the Trucking industry. You are apart of the Hart Beat of America. Without truckers this economy doesn’t move.

[@r.mitchell1480]

@@TheTulsaTrucker.... Thank you sir. I'm located in the Tampa Florida area and if I can be of any help I'm here. I don't claim to know everything but I do know enough.

[@truckerharmony5959]

Just found out praying for you and your family chuck. keep your head up stay strong.

[@TheTulsaTrucker]

I appreciate that Harmony!! Thank you very much for your prayers 🙏🏻

[@jimcosgrove292]

Good video

[@TheTulsaTrucker]

I appreciate that Jim have a safe and blessed 4th of July. 👊🏻

[@mysweetvideo]

Chuck, I have been following your Vett channel for a while, and I wanted to say I NEEDED this video for me. God bless you and your family, and I so appreciate the encouragement for all of us. I was almost killed a few years ago in a terrible accident, and have struggled physically a great deal since but with faith and compassion life is great. #OneDayAtATime

[@mdz662002]

Hey Chuck I'm glad your son is going to be ok. I had a run in with a MeKevitt trucker a couple weeks ago. It was beautiful sunny day and I had to run for parts so I decided to take my beautiful C5 and was T-boned by a McKevitt tractor-trailer running a red light. The driver wouldn't talk to me, never asked if I was ok. Haven't heard from McKevitt either as I thought they would investigate the accident. Matt

[@TheTulsaTrucker]

I am glad you are ok Matt. Many drivers even the big trucks get destructed with devices etc: Many of the people driving are not good with other people. Hope everything works out for you sir!!

[@kevincopeland7478]

Stay safe

[@phpcoderusa]

Saw this channel this morning and wondered about you - you are very at home in front of a camera and you have 3.3k subs in just 2 months. You mentioned your other channel Corvettes 918. I watched part of a couple videos and can see you have been on KZbin for 3 or more years. You live in an above average home and have some very expensive cars and a really nice garage. The question I have is you must have done really well in a past life and you mentioned being retired. I wonder of you were commissioned in the military... There is a story here... Why trucking? As you said it is rather challenging. The main thing that keeps me out of trucking is the long periods away from home. God Bless!!

[@scottweishair9272]

good luck with the family stuff. hope recovery goes well. look forward to more of your adventures. God bless.

[@TheTulsaTrucker]

Thanks Scott

[@davidlundy9142]

Hey man I live in your neighborhood. Hope everything is ok with your family. I just wanted to say I love what you said about the trainers. I know nothing about trucking but that’s a good point for all aspects of working with others.

[@TheTulsaTrucker]

Very cool, if you ever see may be sure to say hi. This definitely applies to any profession. We have allot of managers but not enough leaders in these massive companies. Much success to you David.

[@robertk8524]

How did you feel about your previous trainer Chuck? Glad your son will be okay and I agree... Stop everything because family should always first.

[@BriskyJam]

Most of the people I went through PSD phase with that didn’t make it to upgrade to their own truck usually came down to their TNT experience. A lot of trainers at Prime and I’m sure a lot of other companies are aggressive, mean, and poor leaders. I got lucky with my trainer maybe but I told myself regardless I was going to push through because I don’t want to do any other career except this

[@mattrobertson4885]

Looks like a rich dude like you doesn't need to work.

[@TheTulsaTrucker]

Not really but The retired life isn’t all it’s cracked up to be.

[@kjkn1]

Hello Chuck ... watched your trucking videos since day one ... found a lot of similarities with your back story and path to trucking vs my back story. Don't know if you still monitor this site, but hope your situation has turned for the better and look forward to an update on your trucking journey.

[@shawno9267]

Going to prime in a couple months to start my journey and that is my #1 worry is getting a trainer that has patience and a teachers mentality hope everything goes well with your sons rehab..thanks and take care man

[@TheTulsaTrucker]

Prime is a great company but the trainer situation is definitely something they need to work on. They are trying to weed out the bad ones. You just have to be sure to speak up if you get a bad one. Much success to you Shawn.

[@ronp.731]

AMEN brother, family first!!

[@TheTulsaTrucker]

Yes sir, have a blessed 4th Ron. I appreciate you stopping by the channel!!

[@mljhr6108]

Chuck quick corvette question i had the corsa extreme and xpipe installled in my 19 grand sport from a dealer and my check engine light is on dealer says it’s ffrom the npp valve sensors can you tell me what you think he also says it will need a tune of somsort Togo away did he do something wrong. Help pal

[@TheTulsaTrucker]

It doesn’t need a tune. Codes need to be rest. I never once had a code come on after my friend installed mine. Have them clear the codes see what happens if comes back on go to a different dealer.

[@JeremyLorton]

I’ve really enjoyed watching your videos! I am currently a middle school teacher and I’m thinking about going into trucking.

[@TheTulsaTrucker]

I appreciate that sir! Trucking is definitely an experience. It’s much harder than most people think. Most of us drive everyday but driving a truck is magnified 10 fold. The daily goal is to drive and then try and find parking. There just are not enough places to park for the amount of trucks that are out on the road. It definitely takes a bit to get use to the lifestyle. It has its good points and some negatives as well. Definitely do allot of research. If you do not have a family is much easier but if there is a wife and kids you won’t realize how much they need you on a daily basis until you are not there. The road can be very therapeutic and at the same time very ruff on you as well.

[@JeremyLorton]

The Tulsa Trucker I’ve been researching for a while and have gained a new insight into what truck driving is. It’s something I’ve thought about doing for some time and I am starting to get to the point where I think I might pull the trigger and just go for it.

[@TheTulsaTrucker]

If it’s not for you, you can always go back to teaching so definitely go for it. Much success!! 👍🏻

[@EMANUELE316]

Have orientation next week and hit road with trainer. Hope it works out!

[@TheTulsaTrucker]

Much success to you Michael, I appreciate you stopping by!! 👊🏻

[@twowheeledwaffle7847]

Thanks for the encouragement Chuck. Glad your son is doing better too. #heartofateacher. You’re a beacon to those you’re around man. Hats off.

[@OSheaShenanigans]

You deal with family emergencies the same way we did in the Navy - the best you can. As a trucker, at least you are in the lower 48 and can get home. Can you imagine being in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean and getting news like you did? This is why there are such things as Veteran's Day. Sacrifies are not always so apparent but are made nonetheless. You handled it with class and happy to hear that both Prime AND Enterprise worked with you. As this is a year later, I hope everything turned out well. I will find out in your next videos. (Binging watching in order)

[@beckyumphrey2626]

My husband is a.retired submarine sailor. His.mother.passed.when they had been at sea.2 weeks.of a 90 day mission. They did not tell him until the mission was over. It is part.of.the agreement. :(

[@KENAHIGHLANDER]

What college team do you cheer for?

[@eduardoguajardo250]

Good luck to ur son. Hope for a speedy recovery

[@Shadseaweed]

Been driving since 98 loved what you said. Heart of a Teacher.....100&

[@TheTulsaTrucker]

Thank you for your dedication and service to your community. With out Truckers this country doesn’t move.

[@amoslyaround]

Hey Chuck, very sorry to hear your son is having some problems. I will keep your family in my prayers. Your analysis on trainers is spot on. We deal with training concerns in my industry as well. Many of us take a course called, “Train the Trainer.” I highly recommend that anyone who wants to become a trainer take one of these courses. If they cannot treat their students with respect and concern for their education they should not be training anyone. You’re not training your competition, you’re training other drivers you will interact with on the road so make sure they are well trained!

[@TheTulsaTrucker]

I appreciate the 🙏🏻 Paul that means allot sir. You are spot on with your comment. The trainer has to be the soft spoken voice in the training process.

[@428ggg]

BBB

[@edwardchild7989]

Great videos you have a great attitude

[@stevehernandez9805]

What is psd and tnt?

[@TheTulsaTrucker]

Prime Student Driver and Trainer and Trainee

[@ednarogers5823]

What is tnt

[@TheTulsaTrucker]

Trainer and Trainee phase of Training

[@mljhr6108]

Thank you sir your the best enjoy day

[@trodecke]

I'm so sorry to hear that something happened to your son but I'm even happier that everything will be OK. 100% agree that family comes first. Good luck and God Bless Chuck!

[@TheTulsaTrucker]

Thank you Terry I appreciate that.

[@robertgr388]

Great perspective you’re right to many trainers who don’t care sad. I’m looking to train my goal is to produce a driver who stays in the industry preferably with Prime because like you it’s the best company out there. I’ve been here a year have trained in other industries and know how to run a business. The opportunities here are truly endless the tools they give you to succeed I’ve never seen before ultimately I’d like to build a fleet here the tools are there . In the end it starts with the trainer they have to sell the job and the company they’re investing 30k into a student retention needs to a focus.

[@TheTulsaTrucker]

There are allot of good people coming into the industry it’s just unfortunate many leave because of the training they receive. It’s a tuff adjustment from a lifestyle perspective but it’s only magnified when you have a so called trainer who has no business training anyone. They are only looking for someone to increase their revenue to the Truck. Good for you in wanting to invest back into someone who is looking to get their CDL and enter the world of Trucking. Prime needs about 800 more just like you!! Much success to you Robert!!

[@Tcal-y4q]

Are you going to go back? I was seriously thinking of going there. Now I’m scared to go. I have been watching a lot of UTUBE on trucking doesn’t seem to be much money in it for the sacrifice.

[@TheTulsaTrucker]

I will be going back for the training and 12-18 months of experience and then I will drive regional or local. It is hard not going to sugarcoat it. You just have to go in with a mind set that you can do it no matter what.

[@todd11lou15]

Chuck, I’m glad to hear that your son will make a full recovery. There is nothing scarier as a parent than seeing a child suffering from an illness or injury. Your family is in my thoughts. I started following you on you Corvette channel last fall and have followed you over to your trucking channel. I enjoy all of your videos and know absolutely nothing about trucking. I look forward to your future videos when you get back to your training and when you get another Corvette.

[@twHomeShow]

Hey Chuck, I feel you. I think you should cut your experience NOW, with trucking. I know a little about you with all of the video's of your's I've seen....you are too family and home oriented to be away for soo long at a time. Don't be afraid to stop something, because you think it won't help you into your future, or because you think everyone will think you started something and didn't finish! You and your mind, knows what you can do BEST, only you. I am routing for you and - actually - I think I am routing for you to find another path to make your life happier! GOD BLESS YOU!

[@frodrickfronkensteen9241]

Or maybe pay the OTR bill (dues) for a year/two max, cut and run (with the experience) to a LTL. Get through the house 1-2 times a week. Or enjoy the expanding schedule variations companies are starting to employ to retain drivers (5/2, 4/4, 6/3, etc.). Stay with a company and gain seniority, and with that, ability to bid routes. It's not unheard of for experienced line haul drivers to go out and back every 1-3 days, a couple of times a week. I know what my wife would call that (looking over my shoulder to see if she's watching this)... a nice break each week :) Joking aside, our kids are grown, so I get that... it would be hard for parents with little ones at home. What appeals to me about trucking... variety, opportunity, job security and the ability to always make more by working harder. Cubicle/salaried positions (like mine...) I make what I make... doesn't mean d!ck if I work harder or longer. Maybe not at first, but eventually, trucking is what you make it. ... is what I think. ;)

[@cliffbeckwith4019]

Grate content watched from the beginning, enjoyed your visit California, yes it is expensive to live here and it's getting worse, I come to Tulsa every year to race at the Chili bowl. Looking forward for your next video.

[@TheTulsaTrucker]

Appreciate you stopping by. I met tony Stewart at that even year ago. You guys are amazing on that dirt. Much success to you Cliff.