Dave MacMillan: 1956 - 2024

[@SmartTrucking]

Hey there Drivers. Thank you for dropping by to watch this special video in 'Memory of Dave', as you grieve with us. Warning. It's a hard video to watch.

[@junebugslim13]

He will be missed. He was so knowledgeable. RIP🎉

[@johnnyd8605]

Deep condolences to family and friends, he will be missed.

[@Georgia_Rob]

May god bless his family. I've been following his channel for many years. His wisdom and knowledge have been very helpful in my driving career. The ttue super trucker!!! He will truly be missed

[@hillbilly0617]

My condolences. I have followed Dave for a few years now. He has always been spot on with the industry. May he be driving that big old rig in heaven.

[@Ray-do2ex]

Rest in peace Dave.stay strong Cathy

[@Amp389x]

This’ll ruin my day. Been one of my favorite trucking channels for a couple years now. What a hell of a guy, learned a lot from him. Rest easy, Dave. Thanks for everything.

[@SmartTrucking]

He was a 'hell of a guy'. Thank you for the kind words. Means so much to us.

[@shalom3615]

@@SmartTrucking I must of fell threw the cracks, this is news hearing of his passing. He was such a respectable person and I have learn a lot from the man. Condolence to family and friends, may I ask when. I know I shouldn't ask that, just well a shock to start hearing a rumor he passed. Condolence and he was a very respectable man, Thank You

[@jerseycowboy1]

The good ones die young, it seems. I've been watching him for years... He was a truckers trucker, listening to him, and his knowledge and advice was as historic as red-eye radio.

[@misaelcruz1663]

​@@SmartTruckingWe're praying for you Mrs. Cathy

[@timtripp4222]

Big shoes to fill.... Wishing you mentioned what happened? Good healing, love & support from Me.

[@kevingrivois6471]

I learned more from watching Dave’s videos then both my CDL school and current company taught me, Dave was a gem for new drivers getting in. My condolences to your family.

[@dhookdriver]

My thoughts exactly... He was my mentor so to speak. everything from common sense to chaining up. My condolences to your family, RIP Dave, you were an inspiration. 💔

[@Tibbs_Farm]

Absolutely true.

[@Tibbs_Farm]

CDL school taught me how to pass the driving test. Dave was a mentor

[@Couffee]

Took the words right out of my mouth….. RIP Dave, you will be missed by many. Thank you for not only getting me interested in trucking, but mentoring with your invaluable videos throughout my first few years. God bless the Macmillan family.

[@Scars_House]

Came here to say this ❤ RIP sir

[@Trucker_Josh]

I'm so sorry and sad to hear this news. 😞 My condolences to your entire family.

[@donovanvolk8583]

Keep the videos going

[@shanewoods1980]

Those turbos whining in cool weather will have a whole different meaning now.

[@specialk9412]

Thoughts and prayers of peace & comfort to Dave’s family both personal and professional. I Enjoyed watching Dave and learning even after 41 years of experience myself. He’ll be greatly missed!

[@danielingram7870]

It's a sad day Dave will be missed. I have learned so much from dave.Iam a long time trucker. Not to be dumb but that song in the background what is the name of it. Reminds me of Dave

[@ThisOldGuyTrains]

The world has lost a great man and trucker. From my family to yours, you have our prayers and deepest condolences.

[@khalidabed2016]

I am Khaled Abed from Iraq. I would like to express my deepest condolences for the loss of your late Mr. Dave MacMillan, who will remain in our hearts forever. God willing, he will be blessed with a place in the gardens of paradise among the righteous. I wish you patience and solace in this difficult time. May his soul rest in peace.❤❤

[@Cheeto_Fingerz]

This man was a certified true "trucker" if there ever was one, we lost one of the greats. I learned so much from him, he helped shape me into the almost 10-year trucking vet that I am today. Rest easy driver, your shift is over. We'll keep the freight rolling from here, Godspeed.

[@Stylus-ms4cv]

Yes keep the shiny side up and rubber side down Jesus Christ needs you moving His freight

[@JoyceFerguson-g1y]

OMG I just came across this……what on earth happened? I feel like I just lost a family member. Best Trucker……and his old school stories kept me remembering good times. 😢😢😢

[@dionnedeniseeveryday]

Gonna miss the old guy teaching us the ropes. Rest with the Lord Dave❤

[@connerj4619]

Been watching dave since I was 15, i’m 24 now. Heartbreaking.

[@malikreeves6169]

@@connerj4619 same here🙏🏾

[@Deejay352]

Me to since I was a teenager now I’m 29

[@johnparsons7184]

I am truly sorry for your loss. I am not a truck driver but I enjoyed hearing his stories

[@JungSooLeee]

First Paul Harrell and now this. KZbin is no longer the bright place it was

[@charleshanna2089]

I know exactly what you mean ! I was a huge Paul Harrel fan Stay safe out there friend

[@Bigbigpoopi]

Meanwhile scumbag politicians, scumbag brokers, and scumbag companies live

[@DirtMvGirt]

Time to Stand Up!. The Real Ones ARE Leaving US...

[@yeeyee325]

Areed

[@edwardpate6128]

That was the first thing I thought of as well.

[@Jamesthechef0311]

I'm so sorry his videos really made a difference to me

[@nate3302]

Damn, i used his videos to start my owner operator journey. I owe him many thanks rest in peace brother, time to put up the keys and head home driver.

[@haythamthabit42]

Same here it’s all thanks to him that I learned a whole lot about trucking and being an owner operator

[@El.Pelavacas_Van-Lines]

Same here

[@christophersmith8272]

I met Dave at a Loves many year back. He signed Mack hat. We had a good laugh and he helped me with a pigtail issue I was having. I could listen to him talk all day about trucking. Dave, as soon as I hit the highway and without no one around, I'll blow that air horn for ya.. Eastbound & Down.. all the way to heaven 🚚 😢

[@SniffTest101]

I’m so sorry to hear about this. I liked Dave. As a former trucker myself I could relate to Dave and the way he spoke about trucking. He made it simple for people who weren’t in the business. He will be missed.

[@st0rmrider]

Condolences to Kathy and the rest of the family. Thank you for everything...

[@andrewmalone4862]

NOOOOO.....!!!! That guy made me feel like I was apart of the old cloth of trucking... please accept my sincerest condolences... Definitely will be missed...!!!

[@alanwebster2479]

Gonna miss Dave...R.I.P. Brother...Condolences to the family. God Bless...

[@jme92685]

The guy’s a legend. His videos gave me so many pointers and etiquette tips when I was getting my feet wet as a new driver. His stories were very entertaining too!

[@bobvoorhees3673]

RIP Dave you will be missed. Thanks for all the insight.

[@someperson7]

His advice helped me out a lot when I was Rookie and saved me from making serious mistakes. Even as a more experienced driver, his winter driving advice got me through some very serious stuff. Rest in Peace Dave, the world is darker without you😔

[@Charles-qt2gx]

I am sorry for your loss. I really enjoyed his videos. Being the same age his videos brought back many memories and helped me keep up with current events❤

[@nathanschuller1659]

Loved, respected, and will be sorely missed.. The world is less of a place without Dave MacMillan in it… R.I.P. 🙋🏻‍♂️❤️

[@esway6594]

RIP Dave condolences to your family. Keep trucking all the way to heaven.

[@TruckerMike089]

Wait what?! Oh no really? I learned so much from him. Literally was inspiration when I began driving

[@GrayDeathSociety]

Rest Easy Dave, We'll take it from here. We offer our most sincere condolences. You taught us a ton, and we will miss your stories, they live on with every upload you had.

[@chriswoodward5368]

I met Dave some 35 years ago in Sault Ste. Marie Ontario I bumped into him on and off as truckers do for a few years before I moved out west. He was the real deal back then it came through on his KZbin channel as well. Cathy, you and I have talked on the phone a few years ago when I was at the Peterbilt store on the West Coast. My most profound condolences to you and the family. He will be greatly missed those that knew them well.

[@miscellaneous5697]

I’ve been watching him for less than a year. I’m only 17, but he has been a large part of my learning about becoming a trucker. May he rest in peace and my condolences to his family. He’ll be missed by everyone but the EPA ❤

[@zeus3473]

What!!??. No... He was such a great teacher. Such an inspirational person. Great stories. He lived a good life. I'm glad we all got to share it through his stories. He will live forever as a trucking legend. 🚚 ✝️

[@aaronashenfelder1329]

Condolences & Prayers to the family , Dave was a True Driver

[@timoshi119]

No damn way,I've been watching Dave for quite a few years now, learned a lot from him,I feel like I've lost a family member. Roll on driver,we got the wheel from here

[@shanewoods1980]

I can’t believe it. There’s just no way, he had so much more to teach some of us veteran truckers. Only because the rookies don’t want to learn from REAL TRUCKERS

[@renedominguez7621]

Yes this hurts

[@andrewaal4503]

Dave taught me a lot! R.I.H Dave you will be missed

[@johnm6642]

So sorry to hear about this. My condolences to the entire family. His was a voice of common sense and will be missed

[@Nathan-cd1uw]

Smart Trucking has been a go to channel since I started trucking 6 years ago. Really learned a lot about the industry from Dave. His legacy will live on. RIP Dave. My Condolences.

[@passionforguns]

What a loss. He was the one content creator I always immediately clicked on a new upload. Thank you Dave for sharing your knowledge and may you rest in peace.

[@El.Pelavacas_Van-Lines]

Same here

[@kylewilliams5267]

So sorry to hear. My condolences. I've seen many of his videos and enjoyed them all. He will be missed.

[@hareed1510]

I learned many things from this guy, he was a wealth of knowledge 😢😢

[@freep2s]

Our creator finally needed you to drive his truck. You’ll be missed down here Dave! God bless your family.

[@favianarteaga9221]

I’m so sorry to hear that! My condolences to all of you and his family. I enjoyed watching Dave so much he was extremely knowledgeable! He will be missed!!!

[@updem]

Late to this but it was horrible news. I first found your channel years ago when I was still fairly early in my trucking journey, Dave was a breath of fresh air and I absolutely loved his stories. My heart goes out to all of you. Dave was one of a kind.

[@yeeyee325]

My condolences to Kathy and her son. Dave has taught and entertained me so much over the years. Im going to miss his old trucking stories. I hope Kathy keeps the channel going as im sure she has some good insights about the trucking industry and some great stories about Dave. Rest in peace Dave

[@Overlord3420]

Rest easy brother! You’ll be missed throughout the trucking industry.

[@1VaDude]

I am a retired short-haul trucker in Virginia and always enjoyed his videos. He was a very sensible man with a massive amount of information. He was truly a bank of knowledge who definitely was a credit to the profession. Condolences to his family and may he Rest In Peace!! 🇺🇸 🇨🇦

[@mikekavan7188]

Loved learning new things from Dave, been doing it for 37 year's, Dave will be missed

[@Theroadmen69]

RIP Dave 🙏 your knowledge in the business of trucking was very helpful for me personally, as a trucker for 25 years in the USA, I hope I can reach another 25 years to be part of your club, my sincere condolences to his family and the trucking family. ❤😔

[@kevhidalgo2352]

Dave was a great mentor always had a great advice. Truly sad to hear the loss of a great truck driver. Dave will always be remembered in the trucking community.

[@kingcurt7716]

My prayers goes out to Dave and his family🙏

[@VF1Skullangel]

I'm sorry for your loss. :( I may not be a trucker but I sometimes tuned into his videos and he said a lot of great things. He was a great mentor.

[@lilred1107]

I know most of us have never had the pleasure of meeting Dave, but he's a driver like no other and relates to so many things we go through in trucking. Long live Dave 🙏

[@silva_579]

Thank you for your years of excellence, Dave. You touched the lives of millions of us. You will never be forgotten. Rest easy driver 🙏

[@rickbusch3808]

So sorry to hear about Dave.My dad was a 40 yr.veteran driver,lost him in 2000.Listening toDaves stories was like having him back again.

[@tyraledelnero791]

RIP Dave. You are a top staple to get truckers info and teaching new drivers the ropes and common courtesy over the road. May your legacy go on forever. My condolences to his family and friends.

[@greglawsonjr.1807]

Aww man 😩 he definitely touched a lot of lives. Great man. Rest in peace sir

[@marsantos81]

Dave helped me make the right choices in the trucking industry since my first day as a driver. He seemed like an awesome guy. I will miss his videos. Sorry for your loss. Keep the rubber side down. RIP

[@Mykitty757]

His stories about cabovers and how ppl stand on the battery box to back the truck up are funny. Imma miss seeing new posts every day

[@keatonmoore7413]

I learned so much about trucking from this man… the coolest! So sorry to hear about Dave 🙏🏾

[@lifeasReno]

RIP Dave you where definitely an old school trucker. Thank you for sharing your knowledge. Rest easy now good buddy.

[@SmartTrucking]

Dave would be flattered to know he was thought of as an old school trucker. :)

[@rodneystewart8958]

All of us drivers need to follow Dave's example of teaching and mentoring

[@ThaBeatBuffet]

This is extremely saddening, watched Dave since 2016 when I got into trucking and learned so much. Him sharing his knowledge and experiences as well as his stories are invaluable. I always say this is the best trucking channel there is and I always recommend it to the new guys coming in to trucking, so that they can learn some of the tips and tricks of a true professional truck driver because I want them to be safe on the road. Dave’s teachings absolutely helped save lives and made better truck drivers. I learned so much from him that wasn’t taught at school or by the companies I worked for. Rest In Piece Dave, you created the best trucking channel there is and thank you for creating it and leaving it for us and the future generation of professional truck drivers to learn from. Keep the shiny side up and the rubber side down! And to his wife Cathy who is just as important to this channel my condolences go out to you and your family.

[@ck1abe515]

I learned about him a little while back over some road gators and to my surprise he was talking about the tread from blown truck tires, and now I pass that hilarious little tidbit of information to other drivers, I don’t drive a semi truck, but I am on the road a lot delivering parts to paint and body shops in my area, take y’all’s time to grieve for him and the process, remember the good funny times and the laughs he brought to you his family and friends 🙏🏻 I definitely learned a lot from his experience and knowledge of life on the road, thank you sir again my condolences to his family and loved ones 🙏🏻

[@myronmarsh7582]

This is terrible news to hear!! He helped me in so many ways as a new trucker!! Loved his content , and personality. I’m so grateful to have listened to him. Thanks Dave for all you’ve done!! We never met but you helped me. My heart aches for your family. His Bless and stay safe!!

[@randomthoughtreviews3101]

Prayers to you and your family

[@clayboy699]

I’ll never forget his hockey stick shifter extension video.

[@kylemorice4870]

I tried that myself with an old box truck I drove at the time that was a manual. Except with a baseball bat. Didn't go so well. Lol

[@jamessherwood9500]

So sorry for the loss of a super cool trucker . Watched the videos for years . Thanks for all the great knowledge and tips . Damn another TRUE TRUCKER gone .

[@normankarraker4818]

Loved his Lettuce King stories. ❤️🙏❤️🙏❤️🙏❤️🙏❤️🙏❤️🙏❤️

[@adamborgen9028]

Heartbreaking. RIP Dave. 🙏

[@Joker75113]

I have Dave on the TV’s in the office today in his honor. I’m going to miss Dave, Especially story-time. Taken too soon 😢Thanks, Dave, for your knowledge and humor.😊

[@thomazz1976]

I'm so sorry. I've always love his information and learned a lot from him.

[@StarDark4]

I don't drive anymore but when I did, Dave taught me alot about the industry and the tips he gave were a big help during that time. My condolences.

[@redpalmss]

I just started watching his videos today and I loved the way he presented information as a new trucker I am sending my prayers to his family

[@charlesbolin7207]

My condolences. Dave has done a lot to help the trucking industry.

[@robertmoulton2656]

Oh my. So sorry for your loss 😢. Really enjoyed his stories

[@mikemartan4601]

I watched his view of trucking when ever I could. god bless

[@johnkotarski4283]

Thank you Dave for representing the Trucking Industry for decades. God Bless you and your Family.

[@rickyleaphart8893]

Please keep the channel going in your fathers memory!

[@choward3281]

If there is a heaven for a Truck Driver Mr. Macmillan will surely be there. From the instructor Videos to the Live streams that keep people awake at night Dave will be missed. Condolences to the MacMillan Family. Rest in peace.

[@raycimbalnik5159]

I'm so sorry for your loss,he will be missed on the road as well as on the website. We need more veteran drivers out there to help and educate the new guys.

[@riderfancory]

A very cool guy w great advise.... RIP trucker

[@markyoung4022]

My most sincere condolences to you Mrs. C/Kathy and your family. I can’t even believe this is true 😢😢. When I started trucking back in 2015. I had looked for experienced professional truck drivers to learn from and to absorb wisdom from. I found Mr. Dave and the Smart Trucking channel. I learned so much from him that made me better as a truck driver. I also enjoyed his trucking stories as well. May God be with yall through this terrible time. Salute to Mr. Dave. A true professional.

[@bigace223]

Thank you for teaching this frightened Rookie the ropas. I pray that the Lord strengthens your family

[@baker93304]

I'm sorry for your loss. I'm flabbergasted. He seemed in good shape. He was an inspiration to all of us.

[@jerrydunn5680]

I’m so sorry. Prayers going out to you and your family at this time. Dave gave me such good knowledge and information when I first started driving, and I will forever appreciate what he did for drivers all over the world. He really wanted the best for each and every truck driver. Thank you all for all you and your family have done for us, and I personally will do what I can to keep the truck driving dream alive in my world for Dave.

[@UrbanNews-le9re]

I've definitely learned a numerous amount of things from Dave. I'm sending my deepest condolences 🙏🏾. Rest Easy Dave, you will never be forgotten.

[@daveperala4965]

So sad. Dave is the second legendary KZbinr we lost this year. Rest in peace. I will miss your content for sure!

[@mat1242]

Wow im in shock

[@Bokug1]

Dave is truly going to be missed! My condolences to his family!

[@michaelbeardenjr5159]

He helped me a lot! I've always been a company driver, but I love talking with truckers like him. R.I.P. Dave 🚛 🚚💪🏿💙🥲

[@andyali13]

So sorry for your loss. While I’m not in the industry, it was always nice to hear Dave’s stories and passion for the trucking industry.

[@radioparlesque]

Sorry for your loss. I wish i had gotten to meet him in person.

[@Bhupindersingh-hn4vw]

@@radioparlesqueWhat happened to dave and how old was he. I have been learning from him before I started driving (2019).

[@fighter4christ7]

We’re not sure yet, but he was 68.

[@benjaminacosta2582]

me too. really sad news....

[@jamesmcfayden9778]

RIP Dave damn that sucks he was a inspiration to me and full of knowledge he will be missed

[@darkmimzee]

wow i cant believe this, I'm so sorry for your loss. i started watching Dave when i was thinking about getting my cdl. i learned so much from him, sir you will be missed more then words can say, rest easy brother an save us a spot in heaven to park.....

[@danquirke443]

I'm sorry for your loss. I enjoyed the content and Dave's wisdom will be missed.

[@papaji2996]

Rest easy Dave ! He really made a difference in my initial years as a driver. Learnt a lot from his videos.

[@Maj_Kasul]

A sad morning. Thank you for sharing this experience. ❤always.

[@jij4126]

Dave was a great man. He was all about the health and safety of the truck driver community. RIP Dave!

[@lindaducksworth1500]

Sorry for your loss....I'm not a trucker yet, but I've been watching his videos and listening to his advice for over two years now. May God continue blessing your family🙏🙏🙏......

[@leonoff89]

Not a trucker but still watched your videos best most entertaining and educational content I've seen on KZbin related to trucking this came out of nowhere rip dave

[@frellex89]

RIP.. Watching your videos over the years taught me so much about trucking. My condolences to the family..

[@robertlombard5966]

Rip in peace Dave, thanks for all the advice over the years and all you did for us drivers.

[@rickmatz4456]

Sad to hear about his passing. I love people who try to help others by sharing knowledge.

[@josh971668]

Wow I can’t believe it I would always watch his videos and listen to his advice while driving down the road. He gave solid trucking advice and saved many of us rookies some headaches. I’ve been trucking 6 years now and would still occasionally come to this channel to listen to this guys wisdom and trucking stories. Rest In Peace Dave you will be missed by many of us subscribers. My condolences to the family.