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Generally a lot of respect for having to endure our busy roads, with a lot of poor quality drivers. It must be tough delivering to tight schedules when the roads are so full of delays, crashes, detours, day in, day out. Some attractive ones amongst them, a bonus. |
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over a year ago
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They bring us the food and drink we need, plus shoes, car parts, clothing, building materials, petrol, medicines etc etc.
We would be living in the dark ages without them. |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"They bring us the food and drink we need, plus shoes, car parts, clothing, building materials, petrol, medicines etc etc.
We would be living in the dark ages without them."
Exactly what I was about to reply, lol, pretty much everything we buy and consume is delivered by them, so for that they are our essential heroes 
Most are above averagely skilled drivers too, and must often have the patience of a saint considering how other road users do dumb things around them. |
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over a year ago
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"They bring us the food and drink we need, plus shoes, car parts, clothing, building materials, petrol, medicines etc etc.
We would be living in the dark ages without them.
Exactly what I was about to reply, lol, pretty much everything we buy and consume is delivered by them, so for that they are our essential heroes
Most are above averagely skilled drivers too, and must often have the patience of a saint considering how other road users do dumb things around them."
And all those hours, days and weeks on the roads. I couldn't do it. |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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And all those hours, days and weeks on the roads. I couldn't do it."
Yep. Driving is shit nowadays, driving a huge damn truck must be even more tiresome. The risk/responsibility must be super stressful too; crash your car and you might hurt yourself and cause a bit of collateral damage, crash a 40 ton truck and it'll probably end up bad enough to make the news  |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Hubby drives an lgv ...if it wasn’t for people like him and OP we’d all be cold naked and hungry. Maximum respect. Most people that complain about them haven’t even SAT in a truck, let alone tried to drive one |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"they throw they rubbish an shit parcels out the windows onto roads near where they park up fir the night .. dirty bastards
I know not all lorry drivers do this but where we live they do "
To be fair, down our neck of the woods, it’s mainly the foreign drivers that do this. It’s also not helped by the cutbacks in council and highway spending.
I think there should be a surcharge coming off the ferries and the money used to pay for cleaning up the verges. |
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My hubby is also a lorry driver
Has to deal with nutters on the road every day
He doesn’t have a sweaty cab and showers when he gets home
Like someone else said if he didn’t deliver food then there would be nothing in the restaurants and pubs for people who like going out for meals
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I seem to see hgv drivers in articulated lorries driving standards are very good. Not so much with the guys driving large skip lorries, or large aggregate movers. They seem to have much less regard for speed limits, and their trucks seem less road worthy. |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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They're people who do the nation an excellent service. Without them, I'd likely be living in a cave, awaiting the club over my head and being dragged off to anothers cave. |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Like many jobs they provide a service which we all benefit from on a daily basis... 
Driving abilities of many I’ve observed on my daily commute leave a lot to be desired. |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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I have a lot of admiration for most but what grinds my gears is that we're often reminded of how dangerous and frustrating it is when a car or van driver pulls in front of a lorry and about a lorry's ability to stop but then you see some lorry drivers driving way too close to the vehicle in front - at distances that would even be unsafe for a car |
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over a year ago
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"They're people who do the nation an excellent service. Without them, I'd likely be living in a cave, awaiting the club over my head and being dragged off to anothers cave."
That still happens in Croydon. |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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I do have respect for lorry drivers and know without them my food etc wouldn't be there. But, I get a lot of messages from them saying, parked in lay by, fancy sum? I couldn't think of anything worse, let alone the risk of being arrested for having sex on a public road. Those lorry drivers bug me! |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"They're people who do the nation an excellent service. Without them, I'd likely be living in a cave, awaiting the club over my head and being dragged off to anothers cave.
That still happens in Croydon. "
I'd heard the rumours about Croydon before, but refused to believe them.  |
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In fairness HGV drivers go through thorough training, we keep records of their driving, their speed, any infringements.
It’s a tough life, they are contracted to do min 48 hours per week
Most shifts run over due to people no giving a shit when holding up vehicles for tipping or reloading most people are not aware of how tight profits are in transport, so any delays cost money that companies can ill afford to pay!
So all in all give respect to lorry drivers and transport companies in general, they have it quite tough |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Wouldn't recommend the job to anyone. Wages aren't great, hours are long. Driving standards on the roads nowadays are shocking. Plus the police and DVSA are constantly breathing down our necks.
Worst part for me is driving through rush hour. Most of us start before and finish after the 9-5 brigade. So whilst the roads are rammed with everyone fighting to get home, we're stuck in amongst it with you all, but still working. |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Respect most of them. Apart from the Sainsbury’s one on Saturday who pulled out in front of me whilst I was coming round the roundabout. They do a great job in difficult circumstances, it’s the smaller van drivers who I find to be a pain around town, one learnt to his cost that’s it’s not a good idea to be in the wrong lane on a roundabout and then try a push me off the road whilst in a sign written van and give me a lot of verbal abuse ! |
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over a year ago
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I used to drive HGV into london most days people think that you can stop the same as a car not a bat in hells chance.The stress levels are high like my blood pressure i had to do a reading every so often i think my worst was 190/90 yes i was on meds now i don't drive HGV i just drive a van 2 days a week blood pressure normal stress levels good do i miss it no way |
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"I used to drive HGV into london most days people think that you can stop the same as a car not a bat in hells chance.The stress levels are high like my blood pressure i had to do a reading every so often i think my worst was 190/90 yes i was on meds now i don't drive HGV i just drive a van 2 days a week blood pressure normal stress levels good do i miss it no way "
You need to do Smiths training mate if your relying on the brakes to stop you!
In fact every motorist needs to do Smiths training. Makes you think! |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Annoying when one lorry goes into the other lane to get past another.
Blocks anyone from going past them.
I’m sure that’s not what you mean though, ohhh and stop driving so close to me |
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By *ENGUYMan
over a year ago
Hull |
I used to be a manager of a Truckstop back in the late 90's.
We'd 300 trucks in each night. The vast majority of drivers were good, but as in every driver grouping, there are idiots!
But, as said before, without trucks and drivers, the shelves in shops would be empty.
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"I drive in a manner to control you freaks as you got no idea what your doing. (car drivers)
That comment proves my point. "
Actually it doesn't. The reason being I follow the Smith system which is based on forward planning and being pro active in my drive and not reactive.
I never get within 2 secs of the vehicle in front. If I find I'm closing up I will move over at the best opportunity, more than likely early so it gives cars behind the opportunity to use lane 3 (outside/fast lane) to overtake.(motorway scenario)
So many times I see cars drive right up to the arse of lorries then realise they'd like to overtake... this is reactive driving.... with forward planning, 15 secs before the overtaking/lane change should take place therefore producing a much better flow of traffic.
Most of the vehicles I drive are limited to 52mph so I mainly get overtaken. When this happens I always back off and let the other vehicle overtake and then revert back to a safe gap.
It makes my day less stress free. |
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We're the most regulated industry in the world. Would be interesting to know what working time directive airline pilots have to adhere to.
I don't often lose my rag out on the road but during roadworks hgv's are normally confined to the inside lane due to width restrictions. I always get cars rushing up the outside then move into the inside lane and sit at 45mph in a 50 zone and then slow to 40 past the average speed cams, aagghh! Muppets! |
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"And why do they insist on overtaking each other when one is only doing a fraction of a mile an hour faster than the other one"
Yes this is frustrating for the lorry driver behind as no matter how big a gap you leave it always seems to close up and eventually you have to overtake, especially when it gets hilly and each lorry has differing weights.
I normally back right off if I'm being overtaken and there's little difference in top end speed. Im not comfy being in close proximity as small things like a gust of wind or crap road surface could suddenly change the course of the vehicle resulting in catastrophe. |
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"As a cyclist I ain’t too keen on them but bus drivers are all knob’eads
Cyclists shouldn't be on the road full stop!! "
Poor attitude from a pro driver but you guys do come with a reputation. Are you even regulated by tachocard? |
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over a year ago
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Seem pretty decent when im on the bike tbh let me out give me room etc and in return i always try to zoom out of thier way if i can.
Especialy when they're huge rolling wind brakes going over the m62.
Plus there's nothing that comes close to the thrill of a high speed pass between two lorries over taking each other. Very stupid and very rare you see a good ooertunity but goddamn
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"I drive in a manner to control you freaks as you got no idea what your doing. (car drivers)
That comment proves my point.
Actually it doesn't. The reason being I follow the Smith system which is based on forward planning and being pro active in my drive and not reactive.
I never get within 2 secs of the vehicle in front. If I find I'm closing up I will move over at the best opportunity, more than likely early so it gives cars behind the opportunity to use lane 3 (outside/fast lane) to overtake.(motorway scenario)
So many times I see cars drive right up to the arse of lorries then realise they'd like to overtake... this is reactive driving.... with forward planning, 15 secs before the overtaking/lane change should take place therefore producing a much better flow of traffic.
Most of the vehicles I drive are limited to 52mph so I mainly get overtaken. When this happens I always back off and let the other vehicle overtake and then revert back to a safe gap.
It makes my day less stress free. "
Haha 100% rhis on car drivers zooming up the arse of a truck breaking hard then pulling out with no space at 50 into 70mph traffic and having to chug back up to speed forcing everyone else to slow down. Rather than jist moving over a hundred yards back or so |
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"As a cyclist I ain’t too keen on them but bus drivers are all knob’eads"
I agree with you on the bus drivers, but I find that the majority of wagon drivers round this part of Lincolnshire give you plenty of room when they overtake me when im out cycling on the wolds. |
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"Seem pretty decent when im on the bike tbh let me out give me room etc and in return i always try to zoom out of thier way if i can.
Especialy when they're huge rolling wind brakes going over the m62.
Plus there's nothing that comes close to the thrill of a high speed pass between two lorries over taking each other. Very stupid and very rare you see a good ooertunity but goddamn
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A friend did that, unfortunately for him, one of the lorries had a wobble, clipped him and sent him under the rear wheels of the other lorry.
2 years in hospital, lost a leg and had MRSA.
He died about 5 years after the accident from complications caused by having his intestines mushed...
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By *ky19Man
over a year ago
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"As a cyclist I ain’t too keen on them but bus drivers are all knob’eads
Cyclists shouldn't be on the road full stop!! "
You take that back!!
Generally respect for our drivers, seeing I'm qualified myself, and they're under so much stress, so I try to help when I can.
This is why I give vans and delivery drivers special treatment as well. They're always trying to get somewhere so I let them out at junctions and give them much more leeway for 'bad behaviour' cos it's usually just honest mistakes from pressure imo.
I learned one of life's mysteries in my training: The single boots you see on the motorway and wonder just how do those get there, seem to be from second drivers/assistant/drivers mates in the passenger seat and sticking their feet out the window
2 days ago I was crossing a big roundabout straight over when a lorry came steaming in from the left onto the roundabout and I had to swerve heavily while shouting OH SH********** and go round the bout again. |
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By (user no longer on site)
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Having worked in the transport / haulage industry for over 20 years, I can confirm that the vast majority are moaning minnies and would give any fishwife a run for her money  |
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"Seem pretty decent when im on the bike tbh let me out give me room etc and in return i always try to zoom out of thier way if i can.
Especialy when they're huge rolling wind brakes going over the m62.
Plus there's nothing that comes close to the thrill of a high speed pass between two lorries over taking each other. Very stupid and very rare you see a good ooertunity but goddamn
A friend did that, unfortunately for him, one of the lorries had a wobble, clipped him and sent him under the rear wheels of the other lorry.
2 years in hospital, lost a leg and had MRSA.
He died about 5 years after the accident from complications caused by having his intestines mushed...
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Yep its a hell of a risk. For every 100 times you see it there might only be one where its a good place and time to do it.
No wind straight road, familiat road so you know cats eyes and any uneveness that can knock you off corse.
And the key factor is the trucks and drivers.
Uk plate teuks, loud rev before you proceed and see if they part and are on it for the laugh or if they close to say no.
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"I drive in a manner to control you freaks as you got no idea what your doing. (car drivers)
That comment proves my point.
Actually it doesn't. The reason being I follow the Smith system which is based on forward planning and being pro active in my drive and not reactive.
I never get within 2 secs of the vehicle in front. If I find I'm closing up I will move over at the best opportunity, more than likely early so it gives cars behind the opportunity to use lane 3 (outside/fast lane) to overtake.(motorway scenario)
So many times I see cars drive right up to the arse of lorries then realise they'd like to overtake... this is reactive driving.... with forward planning, 15 secs before the overtaking/lane change should take place therefore producing a much better flow of traffic.
Most of the vehicles I drive are limited to 52mph so I mainly get overtaken. When this happens I always back off and let the other vehicle overtake and then revert back to a safe gap.
It makes my day less stress free. "
Exactly, move over when YOU’RE ready.. |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"As a cyclist I ain’t too keen on them but bus drivers are all knob’eads
Cyclists shouldn't be on the road full stop!!
You take that back!!
Generally respect for our drivers, seeing I'm qualified myself, and they're under so much stress, so I try to help when I can.
This is why I give vans and delivery drivers special treatment as well. They're always trying to get somewhere so I let them out at junctions and give them much more leeway for 'bad behaviour' cos it's usually just honest mistakes from pressure imo.
I learned one of life's mysteries in my training: The single boots you see on the motorway and wonder just how do those get there, seem to be from second drivers/assistant/drivers mates in the passenger seat and sticking their feet out the window
2 days ago I was crossing a big roundabout straight over when a lorry came steaming in from the left onto the roundabout and I had to swerve heavily while shouting OH SH********** and go round the bout again."
Cyclists really should have bar end mirrors i think these days and legal certified lights.
The amount of idiots who can't shoulder check without swerving across thier lane (if they even bother is insane.
As is the amount of retards with eye level strobing suns that if you put them on q car would have it declared unfit for road use and an mot failure is insane |
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"I drive in a manner to control you freaks as you got no idea what your doing. (car drivers)
That comment proves my point.
Actually it doesn't. The reason being I follow the Smith system which is based on forward planning and being pro active in my drive and not reactive.
I never get within 2 secs of the vehicle in front. If I find I'm closing up I will move over at the best opportunity, more than likely early so it gives cars behind the opportunity to use lane 3 (outside/fast lane) to overtake.(motorway scenario)
So many times I see cars drive right up to the arse of lorries then realise they'd like to overtake... this is reactive driving.... with forward planning, 15 secs before the overtaking/lane change should take place therefore producing a much better flow of traffic.
Most of the vehicles I drive are limited to 52mph so I mainly get overtaken. When this happens I always back off and let the other vehicle overtake and then revert back to a safe gap.
It makes my day less stress free.
Exactly, move over when YOU’RE ready.. "
you say exactly but youve made the opposite point to him.
People "moving over when theyre ready" are a danger as theyve waited too long and arw now doing 20+mph less than the speed of traffic when they move |
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"20mph?? Getting carried away a little now haha..
I move lanes when the lane is clear, yet he moves when he is ready..
I made my point perfectly."
Nope 20mph is give or take 2mph the exact difference between a truck and the speed limit.
If you slowed to the truck speed your doing 50, you move out your moving into 70mph traffic.
This is ignoring the fact that outside two lanes are often 80-90mph and sticking to purely legal limits |
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"20mph?? Getting carried away a little now haha..
I move lanes when the lane is clear, yet he moves when he is ready..
I made my point perfectly.
Nope 20mph is give or take 2mph the exact difference between a truck and the speed limit.
If you slowed to the truck speed your doing 50, you move out your moving into 70mph traffic.
This is ignoring the fact that outside two lanes are often 80-90mph and sticking to purely legal limits"
So you’re saying it’s ok to pull out when there is traffic in the lane.. You’re proving my point perfectly, thank you. |
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"I used to drive next to them with my tits out , occasionally pulling into services so they could have a lick of them"
Yep more of that please and in summer make sure those short skirts ride up nice n high as from the drivers window it's a great view! |
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By *eavenNhellCouple
over a year ago
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"I used to drive next to them with my tits out , occasionally pulling into services so they could have a lick of them
Yep more of that please and in summer make sure those short skirts ride up nice n high as from the drivers window it's a great view! "
love the summer months cant beat a good game of truckers bingo  |
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