On a recent stop in Lincoln to get some truck issues attended to, I took the time to visit with the off hours second shift dispatch and load planners—taking a closer look at how things work after our day asset managers go home. Things were pretty slow so I was able to...
Over the last two years we as an industry got to enjoy a strong market for freight movement. Our hard working sales teams were able to use that to build our customer base and find more freight—allowing us to increase and maintain our levels of productivity. As more...
In part one we talked about going on a cruise, how to choose a cruise, and saving up to pay for that much needed vacation. Now we will talk about other planning that is needed to make things go smoothly when the time comes to get away. How can I get to the port? If...
Part one: Realizing the need and working to make it happen. The reality of everyday life for any of us can wear us down over time regardless of how much we love our chosen occupations. Thankfully there are ways to completely disconnect from it all with a bit of...
Congratulations to all of the drivers below for being selected driver of the month for their respective terminal. Many elements are considered by the individual fleet managers in their selection for Driver of the Month. Safety, mileage, attitude, and appearance are...
New truck technology is grabbing headlines in the trucking industry. Developments in ways to fuel and pilot big rigs are fun to follow. But when the rubber meets the road practicality is a primary consideration. Crete Carrier Corporation President and COO Tim Aschoff...
It has been a long winter. No one really wants to think about it coming again—after experiencing such brutal extremes. But with the arrival of spring comes an opportunity to get prepared for next winter—and for a lot less money than in the fall when winter gear is in...
We have all been there. Whether it’s interior moisture fogging up the windows or a need to direct heat toward the windshield to help prevent snow and ice accumulation on the windshield, the defrost function in our truck’s HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning)...
Congratulations to all of the drivers below for being selected driver of the month for their respective terminal. Many elements are considered by the individual fleet managers in their selection for Driver of the Month. Safety, mileage, attitude, and appearance are...