William Robinson, of Atwood, Tenn., hauls grain an

Sep 28, 2010

William Robinson, of Atwood, Tenn., hauls grain and fertilizer throughout the Southeast with his 2003 Kenworth W900L, shown here. The truck is powered by a 475-hp Caterpillar and geared by a 13-speed transmission. Robinson, 37, has been an owner-operator since he was 22.

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