World's Toughest Trucker

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  • 2012
  • 1 Season
  • 8.0  (53)

World's Toughest Trucker is a thrilling reality series that aired on Discovery Canada in 2012. The show features truck drivers from various countries as they compete against each other in grueling challenges and races across some of the toughest terrains. The host of the show is Rookie Weekly, a veteran truck driver with over 25 years of experience. He is joined by two judges, Erik Thompson and Derek Martin. Thompson is an experienced mechanic and off-road enthusiast, while Martin is a seasoned truck driver with over 30 years of experience. Together, they put the drivers through their paces in a series of challenges designed to test their driving skills, physical endurance, and mental toughness.

Each episode begins with a new challenge, which could be anything from hauling a heavy load up a steep mountain pass to driving over treacherous ice and snow. The drivers are given a briefing on the challenge and then sent off in their rigs to complete the task before a set deadline.

The challenges are designed to push the drivers to their limits and test their ability to handle extreme conditions. In one episode, for example, the drivers were required to navigate a narrow, winding road through dense forests while towing a trailer. In another, they had to drive through a treacherous ice field in the dead of winter, with only their wits and skill to keep them from crashing.

As the competition progresses, the drivers are gradually eliminated until only one remains. The winner is crowned the World's Toughest Trucker and receives a cash prize.

Throughout the show, the drivers showcase their unique personalities and driving styles. Some are stoic and reserved, while others are outgoing and competitive. Some excel in driving on rough terrain, while others are better at navigating winding roads. However, they all share a common passion for truck driving and a desire to prove themselves as the best in the world.

In addition to the challenges, the show also features behind-the-scenes footage of the drivers as they prepare for each challenge. Viewers get a glimpse into the lives of these truckers, learning about their families, their backgrounds, and their motivations for entering the competition.

Overall, World's Toughest Trucker is an exhilarating and action-packed series that celebrates the unsung heroes of the trucking world. With breathtaking locations, grueling challenges, and a cast of colorful characters, it's a must-watch for anyone who loves a good thrill ride.

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Seasons
Himalayan Final: Race to the Finish
8. Himalayan Final: Race to the Finish
December 16, 2013
The title of World's Toughest Trucker and the $150,000 prize are on the line as the final three truckers travel the deadliest road yet, lined with precarious cliffs in the heart of the Himalayas. Nerve and skill will be tested, and only one will prevail.
India: Race to the Finals
7. India: Race to the Finals
April 18, 2018
The semi-final of World's Toughest Trucker takes our six remaining truckers to India where they are tasked with carting potatoes through scorching temperatures, lawless traffic, and monsoon-torn roads. Only the top three truckers will move on to the final
Mongolian Meltdown
6. Mongolian Meltdown
April 18, 2018
Now in Mongolia, the truckers struggle with the remote and hostile environment of this nomadic Eastern land. While battling their ancient Russian trucks, the road gets too tough for some and one of the truckers has a mental breakdown.
Canada: The Widow Maker
5. Canada: The Widow Maker
 
The truckers are hauling logs in Canada.
Brazil: The Amazon Jungle
4. Brazil: The Amazon Jungle
 
Truckers ferry boats to a fishing community in the Amazon.
Brazil: Cops, Customs, and Conflict
3. Brazil: Cops, Customs, and Conflict
 
The truckers haul pipes in Brazil for this challenge.
Australian Outback: The First Elimination
2. Australian Outback: The First Elimination
 
Two truckers are eliminated in this grueling challenge in the Australian Outback.
Australia: Cape York Cattle Haul
1. Australia: Cape York Cattle Haul
 
Contestants are challenged to haul cattle over 300 miles of dangers terrain in Australia.
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  • Premiere Date
    January 6, 2012
  • IMDB Rating
    8.0  (53)