If Diesel Ain't Burning Then I Ain't Earnin' Trucker T-Shirt – American Flag Semi Truck Tee, Patriotic Truck Driver Shirt, Comfort Colors 1717
For the truck driver whose favorite graphic starts with a long-nose rig.
The If Diesel Ain’t Burning Then I Ain’t Earnin’ T-Shirt brings truck-and-flag artwork to a Comfort Colors 1717 tee in 6.1 oz ring-spun cotton.
Wear it at a truck show, over breakfast on a reset, or at the backyard cookout after a week on the road.
The relaxed unisex fit gives this heavyweight cotton shirt a straightforward casual feel.
The design
A deep-blue long-nose semi fills the front, with a chrome-look grille, tall stacks, and a distressed American flag behind it. Cream lettering arches over the truck, while a dark lower banner and crossed-piston detail complete the composition.
Red, white, and blue keep the focus on the rig and the flag. The diesel-and-earning saying is familiar trucking humor, laid out like a vintage truck graphic that works with jeans, shorts, or an open work shirt.
Fabric and construction
- Comfort Colors 1717 garment-dyed T-shirt
- 100% ring-spun cotton
- Heavyweight 6.1 oz/yd² (206.8 g/m²) fabric
- Relaxed unisex fit, short sleeves, and a crew neckline
- 7/8-inch double-needle topstitched collar
- Twill-taped neck and shoulders
- Double-needle armhole, sleeve, and bottom hems
- Semi-truck and American-flag graphic centered on the front
Colors
Choose Grey, Washed Denim, Ivory, or White. These lighter shirt colors frame the blue truck and red-and-white flag without changing the artwork.
Garment dyeing can create slight shade differences between items. Screen settings can also affect how colors appear.
Sizing
Available in S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, and 4XL.
Compare these measurements with a T-shirt you already like wearing. Lay it flat and measure the width from one underarm seam to the other. Measure length from the high point of the shoulder beside the collar to the bottom hem.
| Size | Width | Length |
|---|---|---|
| S | 18.25 | 26.62 |
| M | 20.25 | 28 |
| L | 22 | 29.37 |
| XL | 24 | 30.75 |
| 2XL | 26 | 31.62 |
| 3XL | 27.75 | 32.5 |
| 4XL | 29.75 | 33.5 |
Measurements are supplied by the manufacturer and may vary by up to 2 inches. Use width and length to choose your preferred fit.
Care
- Turn inside out before washing
- Machine wash cold on a gentle cycle with similar colors
- Use mild detergent; avoid fabric softener and chlorine bleach
- Hang dry or tumble dry on low
- Do not iron the graphic
- Do not dry clean
A gift for the truck enthusiast
Consider it for a driver, owner-operator, or family member who stops to admire a clean long-nose rig. It fits birthdays, Father’s Day, a CDL milestone, or a holiday gift. Use a shirt they already like to check the size rather than guessing from their job or build.
Frequently asked questions
What kind of truck is shown?
The front artwork shows a blue long-nose semi with chrome-look details against a distressed American flag.
Is the design on the front?
Yes. The truck, flag, lettering, and crossed-piston detail form a single front graphic.
Is this lightweight performance clothing?
It is a 6.1 oz cotton graphic tee with a relaxed fit, intended for everyday casual wear.
How should I choose a size?
Measure a favorite tee flat across the chest and from shoulder to hem, then compare those measurements with the chart.
Does pre-shrunk mean it cannot shrink?
No. The fabric is pre-shrunk, but heat and washing can still affect cotton. Use cold water and low drying heat.
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