The great debate: aluminum vs. steel wheels
Truck wheels are made from one of two metals: steel or aluminum. Today, new advancements in lighter-weight steel wheels are clouding what was, traditionally, a clear choice. As with any great debate—be it about politics or equipment productivity—the type of wheel you pick depends on the issues that matter the most to you: Does your
The sophisticated evolution of truck engines continues to amaze
Over the last couple of decades, commercial truck engines have undergone significant changes to adapt to the demands of fleets and of government mandates. Engine manufacturers worked to reach EPA 2016 and Greenhouse Gas (GHG) 2017 requirements, which included onboard diagnostics requirements with enhanced monitors to ensure that exhaust tailpipe emissions stay within EPA limits.
SAF-Holland offers Gabriel heavy-duty shocks
SAF-Holland Inc. will include Gabriel heavy-duty shock products, the FleetLine and GasSLX product lines, in its Gold Line Quality Parts brand offering, the two companies announced. The Gold Line offering will expand the products SAF-Holland supplies to the aftermarket in order to further enhance and serve aftermarket customers, SAF-Holland says. With Gold Line, SAF-Holland says it
Low voltage lowdown: Dealing with growing electrical load demands
With the massive amount of electrical demand placed on today’s trucks, the dangers of low voltage demands are a real consequence faced by today’s fleets. The entire start and charge process of the truck’s electrical system is impacted by low voltage situations. You’ll see the effect in lift gates, electric APUs, hotel devices or any
Fleet Profile: Venezia Bulk Transport addresses customer, employee needs
The stage was set almost 50 years ago, and the practices first put in place then at Venezia Bulk Transport have proven their worth. Established in 1967, the family-owned company takes pride in never wavering from its commitments. Today, brothers Frank, John and Andy Venezia operate the company. “Venezia was founded on the principles that
Hofmann Wheel Balancing System accessory catalog released
A wide assortment of performance-enhancing products are available in the new Hofmann Wheel Balancing Accessory Catalog. Featuring information on accessories and kits for Hofmann Wheel Balancing Systems, this 60-page catalog is designed to help shops find the right parts and equipment to help them grow their wheel balancing business. “Our new accessory catalog for Hofmann
Warm weather battery tips
Note: This article was contributed by Andrew Carlson, Mitchell 1 technical editor. As summer transitions to fall, high temperatures persist in many parts of the country that can present some extra challenges for truck maintenance. In particular, your truck’s charging system needs some special attention in hot weather to ensure peak performance. It’s important to make
Minimizer named Blue Ribbon Small Business Award winner
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce named Minimizer as a winner in its annual Blue Ribbon Small Business Awards, a program that recognizes companies for their success and innovation and for their contributions to economic growth and free enterprise. Minimizer was selected for demonstrating exceptional business practices in areas including strategic planning, employee development, community involvement
Fleet Engineers partners with Freightliner’s Team Run Smart Pro
Fleet Engineers Inc. has formally partnered with Freightliner’s Team Run Smart Pro‘s Henry Albert, owner of Albert Transportation Inc., based in Statesville, N.C. Albert has been a trucker since 1983 and is operating a Freightliner Cascadia Evolution 72-in. sleeper. He has been successfully utilizing Fleet Engineers’ SmartWay-verified Advanced Air Slipper side skirts and AeroFlap mud flaps
Peterbilt adds to Kansas dealer network
Doonan Peterbilt Truck and Equipment has opened a third dealership with a new, purpose-built facility with access from Interstate 70, Peterbilt Motors Co. recently announced. “We’re pleased to continue expanding our Peterbilt dealerships to give customers greater convenience and superior customer satisfaction,” said Kenny Doonan of Doonan Peterbilt Truck and Equipment. “Doonan Peterbilt of Hays,
