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Dick McCorkle

Dick McCorkle, who works for Perkins Specialized Transportation in Noblesville, IN, has been a driver for 44 years. For Perkins, McCorkle typically drives a 2000 International Eagle to transport furniture and store fixtures throughout the southwestern United States. McCorkle was named the 2001 Indiana Motor Truck Association's Driver of the Year and recently won a sportsmanship award in the Indiana truck rodeo championships, in which he has competed for 42 years.


Truck Specs

Model: Cascadia 72" RR SleeperCab

Cab: 125" BBC Aluminum

Engine: DD15 505HP, 1650 lb/ft

Transmission: Eaton Fuller RTO-16910B-DM Ultrashift

Front Axle/Suspension: 12,000 lb.

Rear Axle/Suspension: 40,000 lb. R-Series Tandem Rear Axle

Fuel Tanks: Dual 140 gallon

Wheel Base: 230"

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McCormick Place Convention Center, Chicago, IL

Hi Folks!
It’s been ten years since I’ve been to McCormick Place. Perkins just delivered over 50 loads to the car show. I am amazed that a company can organize this type of operation. The show broke at the Detroit Convention Center. The loads were staged at various places, and we drivers had to move the loads to Chicago. It takes a coordinator, dispatchers, and everyone working together to make this happen. I have delivered a lot of Ford trade shows with 5-10 loads, but i have never been on a detail of this magnitude. I am proud to have taken part in this, and I am proud of my company for the outstanding work. The Cascadia got plenty of looks and plenty of questions. I was glad to answer them.

Until next time, be safe!
Dick
Remember- “When you walk alone, you’re by yourself”

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