Inspiring truck driver in wheelchair proves that anything is possible

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A Norwegian truck driver shared inspiring videos of how he is able to innovate to accomplish trucking tasks while in a wheelchair.

The YouTube clip below was shared by trucker Bernie Bergan, who says that he has been paraplegic since 2018. In the video below, he shows how he is able to get from his wheelchair on the ground into the driver’s seat.

Check out the next video to see how Bergan drives his truck with hand controls for the gas and brake. 

Bergan also shared a video displaying how he chains up in bad weather.

You can also see how Bergan loads and unloads in the video below. 

You can follow @berniebergan on Instagram for more inspiring videos.

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