Shasta

Nov 3, 2013

Updated Dec 23, 2013

He is the most livable kity I have ever had. He is leash trained, loves to ride in the truck and my car, and plays fetch even in the rig. He loves having his belly rubbed, he cuttles, sleeps on my head and nibbles my ear when he ‘hugs’ me. He is my best friend and great watch cat, he lets us know if anyone or anything comes near our rig or trailer. He is the best!

Melissa Konkel | Company driver

Third-generation owner-operator's beautifully-rebuilt 1990 Kenworth W900L

After the truck was retired about three years ago, owner Joel Anker had it rebuilt into a show truck. The hard work paid off, with a fifth-place finish in the Limited Mileage -- Bobtail with Miles class at MATS in March.

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