Cab-over

by Alex
(Chicago)

Years ago, I drove 24' straight-jobs for local deliveries in the city. Between the cab-overs and conventional, I greatly preferred the cab-overs as I had a much better view while maneuvering into tight spaces.

There used to be quite a few cab-overs on the road (straight-jobs and tractors), why are there fewer cab-overs on the road? Why the preference for conventional?