Tracking tool ROI in the fleet shop
It’s more than just having the right tool. It’s also knowing how you use it.
Bendix offers tips to prepare for CVSA International Roadcheck
In 2019, almost two-thirds, or 64.4%, of the vehicles taken out of service during the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) International Roadcheck had violations related to brake systems, tires and wheels, and brake adjustment. Bendix says the statistic emphasizes the importance of foundational maintenance, and its role in keeping vehicles on the road and operating
K-Seal the coolant leak repair specialists
K-Seal has ALL your coolant leak repairs covered. K-Seal requires no draining or flushing of the cooling system and mixes with all types of antifreeze. For all your sealing needs, remember ONLY ONE NAME… K-Seal.
Tech Tip: Cable support for combination assemblies
For the best cable support for most combination assembly setups, Phillips Industries recommends that you use two separate tender spring assemblies instead of one. The spiral design of coiled cables expands and contracts like a spring as the truck moves, but this is not the case with straight cables. Instead, the movement of straight air
Top reasons to use DOT-approved push-to-connect fittings for trucks and trailers
There are many applications for Department of Transportation (DOT)-approved fittings on trucks and trailers, but the most common is for air brake lines and transmissions. While both approved push-to-connect and compression fittings may be used, the benefits of push-to-connect fittings outweigh the use of lower-cost compression fittings. Lawson Products suggests considering these factors when choosing
When it comes to profitability, service is the name of the game in trucking
There are many options when it comes to caring for your fleet, regardless of size.
Why outdated mobile technology is causing truck driver dissatisfaction
The inherent success of the trucking industry relies heavily on the technology that the driver is using. While transportation adopted mobile technology early in comparison to many other industries, today these tools are outdated and ineffective, making the drivers’ job harder instead of easier. Many companies have significant “technical debt” that’s accumulated over a long
Service improvement: Where’s the low-hanging fruit?
The service jobs your shop tackles may differ from those of the fleet next door, but there’s likely one commonality between those brave enough to run their own service operation: preventative maintenance. Looking for easy wins to improve your service throughput and minimize unplanned downtime? Start there.
The test of time: Why durability drives success
What does it take to face down uncertainty? To diversify and stay on top of the industry’s ebb and flow? It’s equal parts ideas and vision mixed with a hefty helping of grit; durability to weather the oncoming storm. To learn more about Minimizer’s approach to delivering on its product promises even in the toughest
Tech tip: Choosing the right air lines
Air lines that are damaged with cracked, chaffed or kinked jacketing, or that have corroded, or leaky fittings should be replaced to avoid air line failure on the road, Phillips says. When replacing air lines, it’s important to select proper replacements that are not only quality, but also meet DOT standards, to ensure safety and
AM Equipment finds new uses for wiper motors
Wiper reliability is no accident, says AM Equipment. They’ve been around as long as the automobile industry first started installing windshields more than a hundred years ago. There have been many refinements since to make them more efficient: better blade material, larger coverage, even automatic sensing to engage automatically and adjust speed to rain/spray volume.
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