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Oldest Truck Driver in the World | Sioux City News
At 93, Orrin Asmus still drives a semi-truck—having racked up five million miles over 70 years behind the wheel. Starting at 19 hauling livestock before interstates existed, he’s weathered LA riots, driven for Walmart, and even managed an oil field. He’s traveled every state except Alaska and Hawaii, witnessed the evolution from steam-powered rigs to modern tech, and now aims to break the record for oldest living CDL truck driver—currently held by a 92-year-old. Beyond the road, he’s served on his hometown’s city council for decades. For Orrin, this record isn’t just a milestone—it’s a legacy…
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