December 04, 2024

YouTuber's wild semi truck stunts spark online debate

Steve Smith

A viral video features YouTuber WhistlinDiesel pushing a Peterbilt semi truck to its limits, attracting over 5 million views in just three days.

The details: Released on November 28, 2024, the video showcases Cody Detwiler, the face behind WhistlinDiesel, engaging in reckless stunts with the truck.

He grinds the gears mercilessly and even shoots arrows at the rig.
The semi gets smashed into a van, makes contact with some trees, and even takes on a Tesla Cybertruck in a tug-of-war.
Detwiler doesn't hold back, showing off his custom mods and running over anything in his path.

Viewer reaction: The spectacle has stirred debate among audiences, with some entertained by the madness and others questioning the point of the destruction.

What's next: The WhistlinDiesel team is known for their wild antics, leaving fans eagerly anticipating their next video.

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