Profit vs. revenue in heavy-duty shop operations
Both revenue and profit contribute to a shop’s overall outcome, but there is still a difference.
The 3 key elements that drive shop safety
Inattention to detail could lead to serious consequences in a dangerous, busy shop environment.
Velocity Truck Rental and Leasing invests big into zero-emissions equipment strategy
Velocity hopes its battery-electric commercial truck rentals and charging infrastructure will make a sustainable impact for the fleets it serves.
Supporting truck shop software and technology integration
Your shop software will do you no good if it is outdated.
DAVCO Technology launches new Shop Pro FXP Series designed specifically to increase uptime for fleets
DAVCO Technology, a Clarience Technologies company, recently announced the launch of the Shop Pro FXP 95—the latest version of its well-known Shop Pro product, now redesigned with the needs of modern fleets in mind. According to Joe Schaffer, director of engineering, DAVCO, “The new Shop Pro FXP Series takes a holistic approach in helping fleets
Complete equipment solutions that still tackle specific vocational tasks
Dump applications, flatbed and drop-deck hauls, dry bulk loads, pneumatic tank and liquid tank trailers–what do those applications have in common? On the surface, not much. Sure, it still involves a truck and hauling from Point A to B, but specialized applications often require specialized solutions. That can create a challenge for manufacturers and suppliers
You need to update your truck shop software
Software updates are important practices we should all be doing and not just with our phones. It’s important that your shop’s diagnostic and scan tools operate on the latest version in order to properly repair all makes, models and components. If your truck shop scan tools and service software solutions don’t have the latest software
Power Heavy Duty welcomes Cleveland Brothers Equipment as a distributor
Power Heavy Duty has welcomed Cleveland Brothers Equipment Co. Inc. as the newest distributor to its network. With over 70 years of experience, the family-oriented business provides heavy duty truck parts, shop services and drive-in services including bumper-to-bumper repair, engine overhauls, fuel system cleaning and truck bed building and installation. Established in 1948, the company continues to serve
JIT Truck Parts expands with Peterson lightning equipment offering
JIT Truck Parts has announced the addition of Peterson Manufacturing’s USA-made commercial vehicle and trailer LED lighting and wiring harness systems, into a growing category of lighting products. From OEMs to fleets to owner-operators, Peterson contributes to the industry with exterior, interior and work light LED lighting technology. The light-emitting diode (LED) lights are vibration
Spruce up your shop with these seasonal truck maintenance tips
The biggest thing you should look out for is corrosion. Trucks have been rolling down the winter road, through de-icing chemicals that cling to the underbody. On top of that, Spring temperatures can fluctuate widely–freezing one day, warm and wonderful the next. It can impact important components. But it’s not just the underbody. Air dryers
