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....
As temperatures rise and the northern states begin to thaw we are presented with the opportunity to spend more time outside of the terminal and trucks. What better way to get fresh air than to go for a walk each day? Why Walk? There are many benefits to adding a daily...
At Crete Carrier we believe drivers deserve more, and that includes pay. We’re happy to announce a pay increase for all national over the road drivers at Crete Carrier and Shaffer Trucking. Beginning May 1, 2018 national dry van and refrigerated OTR drivers will start...
Today's truck driver has a world of technology literally, right at their fingertips. Probably the best, and at the same time, most misused one is the GPS. It can be of enormous assistance in many aspects, but can also lead to some tremendous and sometimes catastrophic...