COMPANY BLOG
Opening Doors for More Drivers with Military Experience
A new pilot program launched by the U.S. Department of Transportation will permit 18-20 year old drivers with the military equivalent of a CDL to drive trucks across state lines for civilian interstate commerce. The program was announced...
Safety is Job #1
Safety is a part of every truck driver’s daily mission. It starts with a good pre-trip inspection of the driver's equipment. But it doesn't stop there. A driver needs to pre-trip themselves daily as well. Let's take a look at some of the...
May 2018 Drivers of the Month
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,...
How to Budget for Your First Year as an Owner Operator
You’re a newly registered owner operator here at Crete Carrier, now what? You are now responsible for your success on the road. A great way to ensure you are successful is to develop a structured budget. We have compiled some...
Purchasing a Truck
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...
The Ins and Outs of Becoming an Owner Operator
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...
Make Time to Make Money
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...
April 2018 Drivers of the Month
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,...
Keeping Kids Occupied on the Road
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...