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Kurt Grote

Kurt Grote is an owner-operator who drives a 2006 Kenworth W900 for John Christner Trucking in Sapulpa, OK. Grote, a trucker since 1992, hauls refrigerated products to all 48 states and Canada, has achieved a million miles of safe driving, and has received his CABS certification.


Truck Specs

Model: Cascadia 72" RR SleeperCab

Cab: 125" BBC Aluminum

Engine: DD15 560HP, 1850 lb/ft

Transmission: Eaton Fuller RTO-1890B Autoshift

Front Axle/Suspension: 14,700 lb.

Rear Axle/Suspension: 40,000 lb. Airliner

Fuel Tanks: Dual 150 gallon

Wheel Base: 236"

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“MATS 2010″

Hello everyone I hope all of you had a safe and profitable week. I see by the way my computer was left that someone has used my computer, I know it couldn’t have been Spencer!! Could it Spencer?
At any rate as most of you already know, but those of you that don’t I am on my way to Louisville KY for the largest truck show “The Mid America Truck Show” or MATS if you will. Spencer is a little upset with me for not taking him along but he will get over it as soon as he sees me again. I’m not used to not having him around it’s kind of strange but at the same time refreshing. By all indications this year should be a better show than last year. I don’t know if the weather is going to cooperate but it still should be a great show. As far as Freightliner is concerned there are a lot of special events that are in the works this year. For instances the announcement of the 4th driver for the slice of life program, I know I will be excited to meet this new addition to the program, who ever it might be. Also the key presention for the new 2010 tech., trucks that Dick, Henry, and myself have spec’d out for the new up and coming program. We are also having a ride along in the new Cascadia, with drivers who want to drive one of these great trucks. Thats just a few events that are planned. Not to mention the show in it’s self. If you are at the show please stop by and say hello, I would be more than happy to talk and show you these great trucks, and as usual to answer any questions you may have. If I don’t know the answer to your question I know someone who will. In fact I encourage you to try and stump me!! I hope to see you all there. Spencer and I will be back on the road, yes together next week. Until then all of you be safe and profitable.

Kurt and Spencer

One Response to ““MATS 2010″”

  1. Stefanie Says:

    Sounds like they have a lot planned for MATS this year. Good luck and congrats on getting the keys to your new truck!!

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