Editors note: This is the second of a three-part series about the Crete Carrier Corporation’s owner operator program. As you decide whether to become an owner operator, acquiring a truck is at the top of your mind. At Crete Carrier we highly encourage drivers who are...
Editors note: This is the first of a three-part series about the Crete Carrier Corporation's owner operator program. Here at Crete Carrier, you can become a successful small business owner. You can be your own boss without the stress of finding freight. Crete Carrier...
When it comes down to it, drivers want to make the most money possible for the time they spend away from home. Unfortunately, many don't take advantage of time-saving measures that can make them as productive as possible. Some drivers feel they do really well when...
One of the most difficult aspects of truck driving is being absent for major milestones in your child’s life. Many times, as a truck driver, you are not put in a position that allows you to bring your spouse, children or even pets on the road with you. Fortunately,...
The weather is warming up and it’s time to do some spring cleaning–semi edition. Living in a confined space most of the year can feel claustrophobic. Brighten your living environment by getting organized. These free or inexpensive storage solutions can drastically...
Investing in Yourself Investing in our future is something most American's have been not giving due attention to in their daily lives. We can always easily look and say, “I can't afford to do it right now, I'll do it later on.” I waited far too long to begin planning...
What makes up the trucking industry? Many people’s idea of the trucking industry might be what they see on the interstate: tractors, trailers and the drivers who guide the big rigs down the road. Though these are the foundation of the industry, trucking companies...
As one of Crete's high productivity drivers, I'd like to share my thoughts and tips on what I do to keep myself at the highest level of productivity possible. Communication is key First, let me say that there is no secret method that I use to consistently maintain a...
Jeff Tetzloff has been to a lot of places in his 34 years as a truck driver, 27 of those with the Crete Carrier Corporation. He’s earned awards for more than 3.5 million safe miles. But he never expected that his trucking career would take him to the White House....