Glossary / General

semi trucks

11 Episode Mentions

Too Afraid to Ask

Semi trucks are big trucks used to carry heavy loads. They have a front part called the tractor that pulls a large trailer behind it.

Technical Definition

Semi trucks, also known as tractor-trailers, are large vehicles designed for transporting goods over long distances. They consist of a tractor unit that pulls a trailer, allowing for significant cargo capacity.

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"It also on semi trucks, they said some of the semi trucks or these huge oversized load trucks."
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