Premier Transport Inc

10/06/2022

Information Needed
WSDOT has informed us they are utilizing new tactics concerning RV parking in SOME Public Rest Areas (PRA). To that end, the NB and SB Smokey PRA’s and the Gee Creek PRA in Southwest Washington will eliminate RV parking except for the ability to dump. In addition, state patrol presence will be increased in these locations to enforce “stay” laws. Will this make a difference? WSDOT hopes that the trucking industry will keep information flowing to help them gauge success. Let us know what your drivers are experiencing over the coming weeks and months…any improvement, or are these tactics making the problem worse for commercial vehicle parking?

Share your thoughts by Emailing [email protected].

09/22/2021

The state is looking for comments about Truck Parking. This survey just takes a few minutes.

http://metroquestsurvey.com/qc6v6z

Please use: Take this quick survey to weigh in on truck parking issues in Washington State.

06/15/2021

A huge congratulations to the drivers at Premier. You earned the highest possible Safety award from Great West for 2020. Keep up the great work!

05/20/2021

Free engine check up!

https://www.nwseaportalliance.com/cargo-operations/trucker-resources/trucker-news-updates/free-engine-check-may-24-25?utm_content=&utm_medium=email&utm_name=&utm_source=govdelivery&utm_term=

The Port of Seattle and Port of Tacoma are offering a free diagnostics test for a quick and easy truck engine check-up.

05/16/2021

We are looking for owner operators and company drivers in Seattle/Tacoma and Yakima.

You can quickly apply on line at:
https://premiertransport.net/apply/

Or message us for more information.

05/14/2021

TOMORROW THERE IS A VACCINE EVENT AT THE PORT!

https://www.nwseaportalliance.com/cargo-operations/trucker-resources/trucker-news-updates/covid-vaccination-opportunity?utm_content=&utm_medium=email&utm_name=&utm_source=govdelivery&utm_term=

COVID Vaccination Opportunity

05/11/2021

BATTLE OF THE STATES:
Virtual Truck Driving Championship
State Level Competition

FREE for all Qualifying Participants!

Saturday, July 31 | 4:00pm

While the road to ATA’s National Truck Driving Championships may be different this year, we are still recognizing and celebrating our industry heroes – TRUCK DRIVERS!

IS THIS YOU?

Are you a safe driver all year?

Do you want a chance to win up to $2,000?

Then don't miss out on this year’s FREE virtual knowledge competition where you’ll have the opportunity to participate in the state level competition, compete to be named the 'National Battle of the States: Virtual Truck Driving Grand Champion', and win great prizes during prize rounds!

**To qualify for the August 14 Grand Championship, you must place in the top 10 of your state's competition, as you would for a live NTDC.

Registration Deadline: Friday, July 16

http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07ehxqtcy6fb5fdf5d&llr=rpoxwvwab

We invite you to join this year’s virtual knowledge competition where you’ll have the opportunity to participate in the State competition, compete to be named the National Battle of the States: Virtual Truck Driving Grand Champion, and win great prizes during Prize Rounds!

03/04/2021

EARN $60!!

Visit pscleanair.gov/trucktraining to get started. Watch a video and take a quiz to earn $60.

Clean diesel trucks (model year 2007 or newer) are ten times cleaner than older diesel trucks. But they also come with new engine systems that can cause problems if not maintained properly.

12/04/2020

You may find this helpful when pulling from the UP Railroad. Drivers that pull from the UP a lot recommend it because it speeds up your transactions.

https://www.up.com/customers/premium/driver-links/UPGO/index.htm

Union Pacific is the largest railroad in North America, covering 23 states across the western two-thirds of the United States

10/30/2020

Washington State Patrol shared their new virtual weigh in motion. This information is gathered by cameras and scales and sent to any officer in the area. They can also see the Motor Carrier and DOT safety record. So remember, if a sign says "Trucks use Right Lane" be in that lane even if the scale is closed. It could be being monitored by mobile units.

10/29/2020

Learn about your clean truck pollution control system, reduce costly repairs and downtime, AND earn $60!

https://www.pscleanair.gov/508/Clean-Diesel-Truck-Training?mkt_tok=eyJpIjoiT0RWaE9XSTBOVEptTmpjMCIsInQiOiJjZEhEVFF0djd0d3ZpUmFJbVd5Q3Y2VENQcjM2bDRpVlpWT0NKQzNsRkVQUk5CMGtpczdxM0JoczFyWkIzcFdvZW1zbkNPaXp6YXhXMk1cL21kaTF6Y3kxdmt0TkEya3NQK2ZsblIyR3NzcEhnSUFla2Z1VXMyMXMzWGM3UUI1YU4ifQ%3D%3D

Clean diesel trucks (model year 2007 or newer) are ten times cleaner than older diesel trucks. But they also come with new engine systems that can cause problems if not maintained properly.

01/31/2020

Looks like we are in for another weekend of severe weather! Stay safe out on the roads!

Statewide travel on your agenda this weekend? If so, this next system will bring strong winds to the region today & Saturday. Be prepared for crosswinds, downed tree limbs, and some localized power outages if you are planning on traveling along any of the corridors below.

01/01/2020

We hope you all have a great start to 2020!

12/26/2019

We hope you all have a great Holiday Season!

12/17/2019

Share this list with those you know who are going to be out on the road this winter!

Don't get stranded out in the cold – make your own winter car survival kit.

12/16/2019

If you're headed over one of the many mountain passes here in Washington this holiday season, make sure to check the conditions before you leave!

11/18/2019

For those of you headed Northbound on I-5 past JBLM. All lanes have reopened following this morning's severe crash, but expect lingering delays. Make sure you all are staying safe out on the road in this rain!

FINAL 1:41 p.m.: All lanes of northbound I-5 have reopened after this morning's crash. Expect backups to continue into the afternoon commute.

UPDATE 12:24 p.m.: The last part of the cleanup process is now underway. Our crews are sanding and sweeping the roadway in advance of reopening all lanes. We also have a large semi-truck trailer on scene ready to haul off the burned out semi-truck trailer.

UPDATE Noon: We're seeing a 13-mile northbound backup from the collision scene. The southbound backup is in the area of JBLM main gate.

UPDATE: 9:07 a.m.: Two lanes of northbound I-5 are now open. Expect long backups through the area as we're still removing debris. If you can still delay your travels. please do so.

UPDATE 8:43 a.m: Northbound I-5 crash scene investigation is complete. We're now in the process of removing debris and vehicles. Working to reopen lanes as soon as possible. Please continue delaying travels if you can.

UPDATE 7 a.m.: The blockage of northbound I-5 near JBLM will likely last through the morning commute. While the left shoulder remains open, it could close again so continue to avoid the area if possible.

UPDATE 6:30 a.m.: Washington State Patrol is using high-tech gear to investigate the crash scene. We have equipment standing ready to clean up the roadway once the investigation is complete.

UPDATE 6 a.m.: We've temporarily reopened the left shoulder at the crash scene. We're working to let people caught in the backup through. However, we continue to ask drivers to avoid the area/delay travels as we will likely need to close the shoulder again.

UPDATE 5:32 a.m.: Northbound I-5 backups extend into Nisqually. Please avoid the area and delay your travels if possible. It is not known when the northbound highway will reopen. There are no good alternative routes in this area.

Northbound I-5 at JBLM/Lakewood (milepost 122) is fully blocked due to a multi-vehicle crash involving a fire truck and an IRT vehicle. There is no estimated time for when It will reopen but this could be blocked for quite awhile. There are no good detours but drivers can take SR 510 and 507 or US 101/SR 3 and SR 16 back to I-5 but expect significant congestion on those routes. Delay your travels if at all possible.

11/11/2019

Happy Veterans Day!