Austin Wheeler's Truck Driving Experience

Austin Wheeler, an Ice Road Trucker from Kenai, Alaska, describes the challenges and thrills of his job. He shares his experiences driving in extreme cold, his early inspiration from his grandfather, and the excitement of hauling large loads. Austin concludes by expressing his passion for his work and his identity as an Ice Road Trucker.

What word does Austin Wheeler use to describe Ice Road Trucking?

• Dangerous

• Cold

• Exciting

• Adventurous

What was the coldest temperature Austin experienced while driving, excluding wind chill?

• 58 below

• 60 below

• 70 below

• 75 below

At what age did Austin Wheeler realize he wanted to be a truck driver?

• 18 years old

• 8 years old

• 15 years old

• 10 years old

Who influenced Austin Wheeler's interest in truck driving?

• His grandpa

• His brother

• His uncle

• His father

What is one of Austin's favorite aspects of being a trucker?

• Driving fast

• Hooking up to big loads

• Meeting new people

• Exploring new places

How wide was the house Austin transported?

• 22 ft

• 20 ft

• 25 ft

• 18 ft

What kind of support does Austin receive when transporting wide loads?

• No support

• Only police

• State troopers, police, and pilot cars

• Just pilot cars

What does Austin feel when moving something large and heavy?

• Indifferent

• Excited

• Nervous

• Bored

What is Austin Wheeler's profession?

• Ice Road Trucker

• Firefighter

• Construction Worker

• Pilot