Q&A: Adopting an integrated strategy for fleet lighting
For heavy-duty truck fleet managers aiming to maximize safety, productivity, and profitability while minimizing downtime and the cost of doing business, having an integrated strategy for tractor-trailer lighting is key.
A focus on lower viscosity engine oils
Fuel expenses can make up 30 to 40% of a heavy-duty fleet’s overall operating costs. This means that any reductions in fuel consumption can be extremely important, with even small decreases in cost having an impact on a company’s bottom line. Owners face a continual task of cutting costs, so running their fleets in a
In-house vs. outsourced maintenance and how analytics can help
The decision whether to leverage internal resources for truck maintenance versus taking an outsourced approach is a major one for fleets. Has the advent of data analytics for transportation fleets changed this decision-making process at all?
Ready for winter: Truck air line inspection/replacement tips
Air lines should be inspected for damage to avoid failure on the road.
REG: ‘Using biodiesel blends is a great way to dramatically reduce emissions in diesel-powered vehicles’
There’s a lot of buzz about new fuels for medium- and heavy-duty trucks. While research and development for cleaner fuels is always a good idea, the reality is liquid fuels will power U.S. fleets for decades to come.
New M&R software innovations keep costs check
Maintenance and repair is critical because it significantly impacts every type of operation.
Your Eaton transmission is telling you important service information, but are you listening?
Fault codes happen. What’s important is what happens next. Service decisions need to be made, trucks need to be routed, parts need to be ordered. You want to be as certain as possible that you have the problem surrounded, and that means having the right data delivering the right recommendation. Given how closely engines and
Shop profile: Taking care of business at MHC Kenworth in Greensboro
Jordan Knoll is focused on customer
service.
Making OEM connections within your platform
Equipment data is of no use to your shop if it’s behind a dashboard you never log into.
The path to paperless
Paperless maintenance management systems can save administrative time.
Understanding the truck tire compounding process
Commercial truck tires have basic ingredients. It all starts with a mixture of mostly natural rubber and/or some synthetic rubber, filler materials (typically carbon black and silica), waxes and oils as well as various chemical additives that promote elasticity, eco-friendliness and durability.
