Loud and clear
To enhance safety and provide for ease of operation, especially with non-traditional drivers, there is growing interest in and increased use of automatic transmissions in medium-duty trucks.
Light- and medium-duty trucks tire basics
Tire size and type selection for Class 6 through 8 highway trucks is almost a science for most fleet users.
Gearing up
Hino Motors Sales USA Inc., a Toyota Group company, has readied itself to meet stringent 2010 diesel engine emissions regulations
Where will all the steer tires go?
Having the ability to interchange used and retreaded tires of the same size on different axles is a luxury most tire managers have enjoyed for decades
Stargazin’
Will truck tires always remain round and black in essentially their present form?
Times are changing; tires, too
Not many years ago, most industry veterans would have characterized our industry as conservative, resistant to change and in some cases, downright stubborn to accept new ideas.
Long distance opportunities: telematics
Held annually in Williamsburg, Va., the Electric Utility Fleet Managers Conference (EUFMC) strives to provide fleet managers with information on the latest technologies available for vehicles and shop operations.
Dodge momentum continues
No longer a new player in the truck market, the Dodge brand of Chrysler LLC has realized success in a short period of time.
Progress for “pressure” is overdue
While watching some old open-wheel racing films recently, I was struck by several things.
Change? Analyze total tire cost first
There is considerable pressure within many trucking firms to examine all significant expenses with an eye to cost reduction.
Fuel saver
While fleets today are focused on offsetting record high fuel prices by adopting new technologies and operating practices, there are some tried-and-true solutions available
Smoother ride may reduce costs
Well thought-out and properly executed tire programs have many benefits.