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Interstate 40 is a popular trucking route. At this point, it enters Arizona. |
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At a rest area near Flagstaff, Ariz., we and other drivers enjoy the sunset. |
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Like many truck drivers, Erik enjoys the freedom of riding across the
desert. |
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During a break in southern Arizona, we watch a lightning show. |
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The lightning becomes intense after dark, but we never see a raindrop. |
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At a California rest area, Erik monitors the progress of our burgers on
a grill.
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It's 110 degrees outside as we stare down the lines of California's highway. |
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In the Mojave, drivers leave the engines and A/C running when napping. |
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A Florida highway leads to thunderheads. |
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Erik heads back to the cab after our evening frisbee game in Georgia. |
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The truck we've just overtaken appears in Erik's fisheye mirror. |
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Erik checks his road atlas in the morning before getting back on the highway. |
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Sunset over a local road in Maryland silhouettes the rig ahead of us.
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At Trucker's Country Travel Stop in Missouri, the buffet awaits the next
driver. |
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Drivers often bring their pets, and allow them outside when stopping. |
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We exchange loads with another driver who tells us the hardships of his
life. |
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Big-rigs take over 200 gallons of diesel fuel. |
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Erik cleans the windshield with an extended washer before getting lunch. |
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When the traffic is stopped up, Erik saves himself the stress by taking
a break. |
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In many parts of the country, restaurants offer truck parking. |
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Erik's wind chimes make the cab seem more like home. |
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The Frieghtliner reflects the New Mexico sunset |
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On the top bunk, Erik takes a nap with the window open. |
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Public bathrooms in the desert may have snakes. |
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One load took us through UFO-famed Roswell, and lunch at Outer Limits
Cafe. |
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This Tennessee runaway truck ramp awaits the next case of brake failure. |
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Behind the RV of a vacationing couple, Erik awaits the truck wash. |
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Trucks fill the lot at a Virginia truck stop as drivers go to bed. |