Buying replacement parts
When buying replacement parts, six market trends have emerged, which are impacting the dynamic commercial vehicle aftermarket.
Fuel economy safety: Adaptive cruise control
No longer an option on commercial vehicles, cruise control systems have become a standard capability of electronic engines.
In the right direction
Each year begins with wide-ranging opportunities for fleet maintenance professionals.
We’re ready to stop
Although the government keeps delaying the implementation of new stopping distance regulations, suppliers have been active in developing products that will help fleets minimize costs related to compliance when the regulations are finally enacted.
Deadly, costly and growing: the trade in counterfeit parts
Toy trains, toothpaste, technology of all sorts, is subject to being counterfeited. In trucking, the problem is about hardware. And the solution isn’t easy.
Safety with a payback
The Mid-America Trucking Show has earned a well-deservedreputation over the years as the industry’s premier showcase for new productannouncements.
Growing the business
Mountain International’s Morris says apprentice technician program pairs mentors with new technicians to develop talent
Safety: collision control
Accidents cost money by directly and indirectly impacting motor carrier operations and profitability. Direct costs associated with crashes add up quickly.
Creating positive attitudes
It is interesting how sometimes unrelated experiences can come together to create a new idea or perspective on things.
Tech Tip: Basic troubleshooting for steering assist system
It’s easy to jump to the conclusion that a new part will fix everything, but that’s not always the case.