“When (Daniel) started, we were averaging 72,000 gallons a month,” Jim Haslam, founder and chairman emeritus, said at Wednesday’s ceremony. “Today, we’re doing 32 million gallons a day.” Daniel, a quiet, humble guy, was overcome with emotion when his new Peterbilt 389 pulled up for his inspection. “I’ve got no explanation for how I felt when I saw it,” he said. “You don’t see (trucks like that) no more. It’s the best on the road. Look at the way the cab is built.” 'Taught by the best' The presentation of the 18-wheeler — with Daniel’s name engraved inside — was a way to keep Daniel a little longer.