Ep 2. Rushin' Roulette

In season 8 episode 2 of Ice Road Truckers titled "Rushin' Roulette," the drivers continue their journey on the dangerous ice roads of Canada. The episode starts with one driver, Alex Debogorski, who is on a mission to deliver a load of fuel to a remote town. He is working with a new partner, a younger driver named Austin Wheeler. Alex is hesitant to work with someone he doesn't know, but he quickly realizes that Austin is a capable driver.

Meanwhile, Hugh Rowland and his team are transporting a massive load of equipment to a mine site. The crew faces many challenges along the way, including a steep hill covered in ice. Hugh decides to take the lead and navigate the hill himself, but he soon realizes that his truck is not up to the task. The crew must come up with a new plan before the load topples over.

In another part of Canada, Darrell Ward and his partner Lisa Kelly are hauling a load of equipment to an oil rig. Along the way, they come across a truck that has gone off the road and into a ditch. Darrell and Lisa stop to help the driver, but they soon realize that the truck is carrying hazardous materials. The situation becomes even more dangerous when they discover that the driver has a serious medical condition.

As the episode unfolds, the drivers face many more challenges on the treacherous ice roads. They must navigate narrow, winding roads, dangerous curves, and steep hills covered in ice. Throughout it all, they rely on their skill and experience to keep themselves and their loads safe.

At the end of the episode, the drivers reflect on the risks and rewards of their job. They know that the ice roads can be dangerous, but they are also aware of the importance of their work. Without them, supplies and equipment would not reach remote towns and mines. Despite the challenges they face, the drivers continue to take on the ice roads, knowing that they are making a difference in the lives of many people.