…while in theory this proposal seems logical….but what safe guards is the government giving us in delays,that are beyond our control(shippers/companys must be made accountable in driver delays) …distances is still an obstacle,lane restrictions,truck speed limits,antiquated chicken coops..the list of hurdles is long…..yes hos is very important but the gov has got to remember those items around you where moved by truck and quite possibly across country…11 hr drive time,fine with me…but if I waste any of it….the economy suffers….another thing like gentleman above said…places where a big truck can get a rest…the makes the rule but the states tell the big trucks move it or get a ticket…some of us are not crazy about truck stops…and that whole other set of head aches…
…while in theory this proposal seems logical….but what safe guards is the government giving us in delays,that are beyond our control(shippers/companys must be made accountable in driver delays) …distances is still an obstacle,lane restrictions,truck speed limits,antiquated chicken coops..the list of hurdles is long…..yes hos is very important but the gov has got to remember those items around you where moved by truck and quite possibly across country…11 hr drive time,fine with me…but if I waste any of it….the economy suffers….another thing like gentleman above said…places where a big truck can get a rest…the makes the rule but the states tell the big trucks move it or get a ticket…some of us are not crazy about truck stops…and that whole other set of head aches…