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First Runs, First Disasters

20259 minPGdoc-short

Lisa's engine fails on her first run while Todd attempts a bush fix in Season 12, Episode 1.

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First Runs, First Disasters

2025• 9 minPG

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Lisa's engine fails on her first run while Todd attempts a bush fix in Season 12, Episode 1.

Synopsis

In Season 12, Episode 1 of Ice Road Truckers, titled 'The Northern Frontier', Lisa faces a critical challenge on her first run when the harsh conditions cause her engine to fail. Meanwhile, Todd takes on the daunting task of executing a bush fix to get his load back onto the trailer. The episode highlights the intense realities of life on the ice roads, where every moment counts and the risks are high.

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