RFID technology is improving fleet efficiency, productivity
In some ways, radio frequency identification (RFID) is an inadequate name, says Ernie Betancourt, president of QuikQ, the developer and provider of fuel transaction processing solutions for motor carriers and truck stops.
Toll management solutions can provide savings beyond standard discounts
According to John Andrews, president and chief executive officer, Bestpass Inc., “The challenge of managing tolls is often underestimated by trucking companies. With as many as 40 separate toll authorities in North America, motor carriers and other types of transportation operations are incurring costs associated with the hours it takes to manage this business process,
Spec’ing engine protection: Lube oil filtration keeps the engine clean
Lube oil, called the life blood of an engine, is called on to do more than most people are aware. We all know that it keeps engines running by reducing internal friction in the engine. It does this by actually keeping moving parts separated with a thin fluid layer. It helps protect internal metal surfaces
Electronic inspection technology can increase compliance ROI
A white paper from Drivewyze that details the benefits of new transponder technology and the challenges impacting FMCSA and state enforcement agency efforts to improve highway safety is now available from the company. According to Brian Heath, chief executive officer of Drivewyze, there are 4.5 million trucks required to report to weigh stations across North
Optimizing drain intervals: There’s money to be saved if oil drain intervals can safely be extended
Of course, it depends and awful lot on exactly what your trucks are doing, but it’s a good bet that you could be changing oil and filters less frequently if you haven’t attempted to optimize the oil change intervals established for your PM schedules. You purchase engine lubricants just as you do with other consumables for your fleet: Fuel, tires, brake linings. You do your best to maximize the use of most consumables, but have you done your best to maximize the life of the engine lubricant you purchase?
Oil filtration update
Meeting the needs of today’s engines requires enhanced protection and long service life.
Kenworth adds next generation of PACCAR engines for 2013
Kenworth said it is enhancing its engine lineup for 2013 with the addition of the next generation of PACCAR proprietary engines: PACCAR MX-13, PACCAR PX-9 and PACCAR PX-7.
Managing dirt and dust
Dust can grind fleets’ equipment to a halt. Follow these tips to keep your trucks in top working order.
Getting the most of heavy-duty engine lubricants, oil filters
Ensuring that engine lubricants provide their intended value begins with only using approved oils and filters – and following recommended practices.
Wix ecoLast heavy-duty oil filters now available
Wix Filters has introduced five ecoLast oil filter part numbers for the following engines: Cummins ISX, Cummins M11, Mack MP8, Detroit DD60 and Caterpillar C13 and C15. According to the company, the filters double oil life and save fleets $100 to $200 per vehicle annually.