Diane and I have not seen this remodeled Gary, IN, truck stop yet but the feature list is in line with what is appearing in all remodeled TA and Petro sites. Truck stops are an important, indeed vital, part of an expediter's life and work on the road. Imagine what life would be like if there were only fuel stops without the many features truck stops offer.
The quality and attractiveness of TA/Petro truck stops have greatly improved in the eleven years we have been on the road. TA used to be the last truck stop choice we made. It is now our first choice. We especially appreciate the significant fuel discount TA/Petro offers through our carrier. And we appreciate the improvements to the showers. It is really nice to enter a clean shower with ample towels and to see white-coated staff dedicated full-time around the clock to keeping those showers clean and quickly available.
Because we get free showers with a fifty-gallon fuel purchase, the price increase of $5 to $13 for a shower had not been an issue. But when noting that increase, one must also note the remodeled facilities and additional services. Those showers used to be flat-out nasty in places. They are a delight to use now. And that has become consistent nationwide throughout the brand.
What is our truck stop of choice? TA/Petro, without question!
