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Freelance truck journalist Craig Sheer takes a look at what's happening on the Trucknet UK online forum.
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Digital tacho cards have been the subject of many threads on the forums but the latest question to arise about the troublesome plastic items is what to do if you accidentally press the eject button when you were seeking to change the work mode. The problem isn't without a solution, but a member caught the mood of many drivers when he asked: "Who said these things were easier than paper discs?"
The attitude of certain freight forwarders attracted the critical attention of several owner-drivers, particularly as it is the truck operator that's putting money into their pockets. Choose your freight forwarder wisely seems to be the message here.
A couple of regulars opened their photo albums and shared with us some more memories from the days of the Middle East run. While some drivers nowadays sneer at the thought of changing a defective light bulb, the photographs demonstrated a totally different spirit as drivers did whatever they could to keep themselves and their colleagues on the road.
A question from a newcomer about whether truck driving is worth all the hassle was met with a majority of positive responses. Most admitted there are worse ways to earn a living provided you find a reputable employer.
One of the best aspects of any online discussion is the sharing of knowledge between its members, and in the Euro Driving forum this was well illustrated as a driver contemplated taking his vehicle to Croatia on an urgent trip east. Did he need a visa to enter the country? Would the load be covered under TIR regulations? You'll have to visit the forum to find out.