Truck Driving Jobs and You

When looking into becoming a truck driver, one of the first questions to ask is how will becoming a truck driver benefit you? When looking at the many aspects of truck driving jobs, it is clear to see that the life of a trucker is not for everyone. For example, if you have a tendency to get car sick, you might want to consider other options.

If, however, you yearn for a life on the road, truck driving jobs is chalk full of advantages. One of the biggest benefits is job security. The demand for good truck drivers is high and is expected to continue to grow. Good drivers can be hard to find, so if you are willing to work hard and are dedicated to your life as a trucker, you shouldn’t have any problems finding and keeping a job.

Another benefit is the pay. Most truck driving jobs pay by the mile, which means the more you work the more you make. This differs from a salary job, where you make one flat rate no matter how much work you do. Also, as the miles pile up, many companies offer bonuses and rewards such as a Million Mile award.

Driving a truck is a great profession for those yearning for independence. If you are sick of sitting in an office with your boss breathing down your neck, watching every move this is the perfect opportunity to get out. While there are rules and regulations with a trucking job, you are out on your own steam for the majority of your work.

With the opportunity to travel the nation, a trucking job is a rewarding career choice. Meeting new people and seeing new places is the daily life of a truck driver. You become a part of a community with people who, like you, enjoy the open road and the lifestyle their truck provides.

A truck driving job has many benefits and can be a very rewarding career. With hard work and dedication, you are well on your way to a successful vocation. To learn more about truck driving, and how you can start your new career today, visit CREngland.com.

CR England Purchases Green Engines

CR England Dedicated recently took a new step in becoming a “green” company by teaming up with PacLease, a commercial truck leasing company, to lease Kenworth T800 tandem axle day cab tractors powered with a Westport GX 15-liter liquefied natural gas engine. CR England has signed a full-service lease agreement, and the trucks are scheduled to be put to work this summer on a dedicated route running between Ontario, CA and Las Vegas, NV.

When asked about the lease, Kirk Freimuth, vice president of C.R. England Dedicated, said; “In addition to deploying new 2010 emissions technology, the latest aerodynamic equipment, and telematics solutions to reduce fuel consumption and miles traveled, we made a conscious decision to further our environmental stewardship with natural gas-powered equipment. All of these initiatives will reduce our carbon footprint, improve air quality and reduce diesel fuel consumption in our operations.”

CR England is continually on the look out to find new ways to reduce their carbon-footprint and is willing to take the steps necessary to become an environmentally friendly industry. In the past, CR England has partnered with companies such as SmartWay to discover new ways of improving the ecological footprint of the transportation industry. “C.R. England Dedicated is raising the bar on what it means to be a ‘green’ carrier,” said Freimuth.

Olen Hunter, PacLease director of sales, vouched for CR England’s dedication by stating the purchase of the LNG powered Kenworth T800 tractors proves CR England’s commitment to the environment. Kenworth is the leading industry in environmentally friendly equipment, and through their efforts in finding new ways to provide cleaner options for transportation, Kenworth is the only truck manufacturer to receive the EPA’s Clean Air Excellence award. By using the liquefied natural gas engine by Kenworth, CR England is estimated to reduce the greenhouse gases currently released by their diesel-fueled trucks by about 27 percent.

CR England is leading the way in eco-friendly transportation, and with their initiative in providing the best service they can, CR England remains one of the top refrigerated carriers in the nation. For more information on CR England and their efforts to better their impact on the environment, visit www.crengland.com.

http://www.truckpr.com/paclease/2011/5/17/cr-england-dedicated-works-with-paclease-for-full-service-le.html

Defensive Driving and Trucks

When driving a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) the road can be a very dangerous place. There are many obstacles those with truck driving jobs have to face. Some of the obstacles are under your control, while others are not. A few of the obstacles truck drivers face that are out of their control are aggressive drivers, distracted drivers, and just plain ignorant drivers. While there is nothing you can do about the other drivers, there are defensive techniques that can be taken to make sure you are doing all you can do to stay safe.

These techniques are very simple, and often times overlooked. They are things such as making sure you have enough sleep to stay alert while driving, not being under the influence of drugs or alcohol while on the road, and not getting upset and vengeful when another driver does something wrong such as cutting you off. Instead, be the better driver; when another vehicle cuts you of, simply create a decent amount of space between the car and yourself and continue driving. Try listening to music with an upbeat tempo while driving and singing along. Doing this will both help you stay awake and maintain a positive attitude while driving.

Be alert of the driving conditions around you. If visibility is minimal, the roads are slick, or there is an accident on the highway, make the proper adjustments to your speed and, if necessary, pull over until the conditions improve. The most important thing to remember about truck driving is than no load is worth your life.

It is always best to assume other drivers are going to make mistakes. This will help you stay alert and prepared for whatever might happen. Also, assume the other drivers will not see you. Always keep a proper stopping distance between your truck and the vehicle in front of you.

These are some simple rules to remember when becoming a truck driver that can keep you safe while on the road, and perhaps even save your life. It is important to make sure that as a truck driver you act professionally and remember; you are not only representing yourself and your company, but you are also representing truck drivers throughout the world. For more information on truck driving or obtaining a truck driving job visit the CR England website.

Truck Drivers In Utah Are Smiling Now

Truck Drivers in Utah are happier now that CR England helps the Utah Highway Patrol stop aggressive driving around commercial vehicles.

In Utah the highway patrol has started a program called Ticketing Aggressive Cars and Trucks campaign (TACT) to educate drivers on the procedures they need to follow when driving around commercial vehicles. Using a truck donated by CR England, troopers are actively searching out vehicles that display unsafe driving methods. On the side of the truck is a large ad, telling surrounding drivers of the possibility of a fee of $750 for cutting off a semi truck. 

"Commercial vehicles generally take twice the distance of a passenger vehicle to stop, so unsafe lane changes in front of a semi are really dangerous if a semi driver had to stop suddenly," UHP Trooper Michael Bennett said. When troopers stop a vehicle for unsafe driving habits, such as cutting on a commercial vehicle, they are given either a ticket or a warning. "It just depends on the violation," Bennett said. "This morning we have probably given out half tickets and half warnings. We have a pamphlet we are handing out to drivers that we stop, trying to educate them about the dangers of driving unsafely around commercial vehicles."

In the pamphlet handed out by the Utah Highway Patrol is information on how to safely drive around commercial vehicles. There are tips such as: 

• Before pulling in front of a truck, allow one car length for every 10 miles per hour of travel.
• A truck does not drive like a car. It can take over 500 ft. for a fully loaded truck going 65 mph to come to a complete stop.
• The truck driver has blind spots in front of the cab, on both sides of the rig and the rear of the trailer.
• If you're driving behind a truck and can see the truck's side mirrors on both sides, you are at a safe distance behind it.

Troopers are also on the lookout for commercial truck drivers that are displaying unsafe driving methods. The main goal of the program is to make the roads safer by educating drivers, both commercial and non-commercial, about safe driving habits. During the first 45 minutes of the TACT program, the Utah Highway Patrol conducted 11 stops. The program will be continued throughout the next several weeks. For more information on commercial truck driving visit www.crengland.com. 

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CR England Truck Driver is a Professional Bull Rider

CR England Trucking has a driver who is living out his dream to be a professional bull rider. In his twenties, Chris Wade has already reached many accomplishments. A truck driver, a bull rider, and now newly married to the love of his life.

Professional Bull Riding is a lifestyle and as Chris states: “Full of trials and tribulations. Time at home constantly spent on training with hours and days that seem to merge. Thinking of the next ride at all times. Driving the long and lonely hours to the next rodeo with countless injuries. Just for a chance and only eight seconds at a time. All this only to be recognized as the cowboy you truly represent. This is rodeo and the road is the roughest some will ever endure.”

Chris began his road to pro rodeo after years of practice November of 2010. Sponsored by CR England, he has ridden many a bull. With the support of family and new friends, Chris Wade has been successful. His positive attitude is “If I survive the ride, there is another chance.” His motivation for the 2011 season is to be Rookie of the Year.

Other successes in Chris’s life is his wedding to his true love whom he gives credit for her patience with him out on the road as a truck driver and bull rider. Building a ranch together they have a busy life together. Chris supports his family and bull riding by driving for CR England Trucking. Hoping to become a Phase I trainer soon, he’s excited about sharing his knowledge with others pursuing to succeed as a truck driver. His motivation: “Success is only there if you are willing to place the effort for achievement.”

CR England - Refrigerated Intermodal Services

Thermo King awarded C.R. England the Energy Efficiency Leader Award for reducing their carbon footprint. This is a great reward for a trucking company and it was accomplished strategically by C.R. England.

The company created the Refrigerated Intermodal Service that uses TempStack containers. TempStack containers work in an innovative way. Say a company has freight that needs to be moved from Point A to Point B. A truck picks up the freight with a TempStack on the trailer. The truck than takes the TempStack filled with freight to a rail facility. At this point, the TempStack is placed on the rail ramp. Once the TempStack has reached its destination, a truck takes it to the final destination.

The Salt Lake Tribune wrote an article called “C.R. England is lauded for energy efficiency” in which they quoted Dan England through a new release. It stated, “It’s not often in business that you find a solution providing end-to end benefits. Our commitment to sustainability has also opened the door to improved safety, reliability and cost savings while giving our customers even better service.”

The customer can track their shipment through a satellite tracking system and get real time locations of their freight. This gives customers the capability to follow their freight and to know at all times where it is located. Because of the way Refrigerated Intermodal Services is set up, there is increased security and less risk of lost liability. Between the tracking system and the increased security, customers feel a sense of security that other options in transportation cannot give.

All of the transportation is picked up and delivered by C.R. England equipment. This gives the customer the knowledge that no other outsourced companies are handling their product. An important asset to any product company.

With the railroad in the transit route, there is a cost savings due to less fuel needed in the process and the savings is passed onto the client. In this decade, companies are always looking for a good quality product at the best cost. Intermodal Services from C.R. England is that resource.


http://www.crengland.com/truckload/index.jsp?page=services_intermodal

http://www.sltrib.com/sltrib/neighborhoodvalleywest/50949720-129/england-company-efficiency-containers.html.csp

Safety First, Even in Recessions

We just read an article about how the economy is forcing truck drivers to play “outside the rules” My answer is why?

Why do drivers feel that the way to survive is to be dishonest? The article, Tough times driving truckies outside rules, say police” on stuff.co.nz has valid points of drivers exhausted and doing what it takes to stay on the road. That’s all correct. But wouldn’t it be easier to just be honest? Instead of drivers fixing logbooks, why don’t they just follow the safety guidelines? Safety is the most important aspect of driving.

Here’s an example of a few opinions we have heard flying around. A driver needs more money, so he pushes the mileage to get that freight delivered. Is it worth the risk? Really? Think about it. The driver drives for 13 hours instead of the legal time to get a shipment delivered and get paid. Because the driver is tired, the risk goes up of fatigue setting in and someone getting hurt. Either the driver or someone he or she hits will be seriously hurt.

Here’s another example. The driver saves money by not keeping up on the maintenance of the truck. Again, is it worth the risk? Neglecting maintenance also creates a dangerous situation. If a brakes fail or go out someone is going to get hurt. It’s not worth it and can’t be justified, no matter what.

The best thing to do out there is follow the safety rules, keep a good score with the new CSA 2010, and keep your job. It’s not worth the risk.

It’s true. Most Truck Drivers follow the guidelines taught by their trainers in truck driving school. It’s the few bad apples that hurt the industry’s reputation and endanger the motoring public.

http://www.stuff.co.nz/business/industries/4026730/Tough-times-driving-truckies-outside-rules

CR England Truck Drivers with Patience in Common

Here are the stories of two successful CR England, Inc. truck drivers that are so very different and yet so very much the same.



Jamie is a female truck driver in a world of male drivers. At only one and a half years with CR England as an Independent Contractor, she is known in circles for her golden heart. People know her as the driver who is willing to help in any situations. Many at CR ENGLAND, INC respect her and look up to her.



In fact, the biggest moment she’s ever experienced on the road was when she came up on a terrible accident. The driver hit a deer with his vehicle. The car flipped over an embankment and there she was, ready to help. She helped the people out of the car and into safety’s way.



She is also a very patient person. Her advice to help out new drivers is to count to ten when getting upset. Her thought on that subject is: “Things happen. Maintain temper.” She feels that a cool head keeps a driver safe. She also feels that a cool head keeps drivers out of trouble when tempers fly.





There is another driver like Jamie. His advice to new drivers is to be patient. Mike Quote has been with CR England for fourteen years. He even met his girlfriend on the road. An experienced driver, he recently hit 3,000,000 miles without an accident. That’s incredible in my book! His ultimate goal is to make enough money to retire. With those kinds of miles, he should reach that goal soon. He has a soft side because he can’t live without his puppy dog.