Working with retreaders
Choosing the right partner takes a little work, but the benefits are worth it
Gearing up
Hino Motors Sales USA Inc., a Toyota Group company, has readied itself to meet stringent 2010 diesel engine emissions regulations
Maintenance primer
Chassis, drivetrain and suspension manufacturers remind fleets that following basic rules when servicing components helps keep trucks on the road and out of service bays
Standardize, automate
P.A.M. Transport’s Carl Tapp has fine-tuned maintenance management to save money and improve efficiency
Shop Management
While preventive maintenance may be the most important activity done in the shop –– managing warranty recovery, technician training and parts purchasing is also critical for success
Lesson from Europe
Recently, I had the opportunity to visit Germany to get first-hand experience with truck component technology that is headed our way.
The lure of easy shifting
Automated manual transmissions continue to evolve and gain greater acceptance
Stay in the sweet spot
Take advantage of technology and operating practices that can help minimize the impact of escalating fuel prices
Tractor and trailer lighting
From headlamps to tail lights: upgrade or simply replace the bulbs you have now?
Application Specific: Alternatively Powered Vehicles
During the recent Hybrid Truck & Alternative Fuels Ride-and-Drive held at The Work Truck Show 2008, attendees had the opportunity to test drive as many as 14 new hybrid and alternative fueled vehicles (AFVs).