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Any Aspie Truckers?

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ChrisCerulli

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I thought it might be common for an aspie to be a trucker since you dont have to talk to many people...
 

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I wanted to be one but then realized how long it would take to learn to drive and get my full license so dropped that idea like a stone
 
I trucked for a few years, both 18wheeler and straight trucks. If I wasnt in a relationship, I would go back to it again. Its a great job if you like the solitude and can handle the short duration stress when you get into city traffic at the beginning and end of each run. Out on the open road, I was in heaven. Mike
 
My dad drove a rig and I quite enjoyed riding with him. If he was still driving, and if I was a better driver, I had intentions of tag-teaming with him when I turned 21 and could get my CDL. But I have a kid and husband now, and my husband isn't allowed to drive an 18-wheeler because he's diabetic, so I simply try to be respectful to the truckers I drive near. Like, don't pull out in front of them. That was one of my dad's biggest complaints.
 
I have been a trucker for a number of years, got my heavy goods license at 21 and it was a special interest for me. Drove 44 tonnes till last year when I decided I needed a change, now I drive an 18 tonne rescue and recovery truck.

I love it.
 
I have always wanted to drive a big rig. The solitude would be great. I have a wife and daughter now so I need to be at home though. I did enjoy driving fire trucks for a few years, but that's not exactly a relaxing scenario. Back then no CDL was required for fire trucks.
 
I drove for a while, up until I had a pretty bad wreck. Poorly secured load caused me to tip while making a left turn (no other vehicles were involved, thank god). Even after I'd recovered physically, it was months before I could bring myself to drive even a regular car; I'd have panic attacks just getting behind the wheel. I doubt I'll ever be able to make myself get in a truck again.

That said, it was a pretty great job while it lasted. Loved not being stuck in one place, and not having a boss breathing down my neck all day.
 
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