A semi truck has a front unit that allows it to haul various trailers. They're the same thing as a tractor trailer or 18-wheeler. It's difficult to say how a semi would operate without knowing what brand or type you would be interested in. Most fact sites will give you information on semi accidents, but Wikipedia has a good summary of information on semis: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Semi-trailer_truck
No, they are belt driven. That's how they operate.
You can look into semi truck leasing from companies such as Penske and Ryder. You can also look in the yellow pages for your area and find local companies that do semi truck leasing as well.
No, not all truck drivers belong to the Teamsters. There are many other semi truck driving companies as well as semi truck drivers that work for large retailers.
Who invented the Semi-truck?
If the semi truck knocked on the garbage truck, yes.
If you are operating a commercial semi-truck, then you need truck insurance which can be provided by insurance companies such as progressive. Progressive has insurance for all types of trucks and has many coverage options.
A vehicle with 18 wheels is commonly known as a "semi-truck" or "tractor-trailer."
tractor as well as trailor
Semi-articulated
Depends on the size and duty level of the truck. Typically they are well over 26,000lb fully loaded.
There is no prefix in truck.
The Ryder transportation company is one of the best semi truck rental companies. This company is well known for providing a good service in moving furniture a long distance.