Inland Truck Parts & Service expands service locations
Inland Truck Parts & Service has announced the acquisition of four truck service shops. Last July, Inland acquired Custom Class 8 Truck Service in Grand Island, Neb., and broke ground earlier this month for its new, state-of-the-art facility. Inland expects the existing operation to move into the new facility by the end of 2017, which
Verizon Telematics to offer ELD-ready bundles
Verizon Telematics announced the availability of ELD-ready bundles that address the needs of fleets requiring an ELD solution in advance of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s (FMCSA’s) Dec. 18 deadline. The Verizon Telematics ELD-ready bundles are designed to conform to certain technical specifications and serve as a one-stop shop for customers who need to
Texa, CAS come to supplier agreement for scan tools
Texa and CAS have come to a distribution agreement for the Texa line of scan tools. The Texa scan tool application coverage adds five key areas of capabilities in the CAS product lineup, including heavy-duty trucks. “Having CAS as a major distributor fits perfectly with our desired model,” said Dario Peruch, Texa’s director for North American
Choosing the best diagnostic tools for fleet maintenance
When it comes to your fleet’s maintenance program, choosing the best diagnostic tools for the job can make all the difference. “Noregon offers tools and services that utilize vehicle data to optimize the diagnosis and repair process to increase uptime for the end customer,” notes Shane Gilliam, vice president of sales for Noregon. “Our flagship
How to get the most out of your fleet’s maintenance programs
“Normally, I am not a predictive maintenance guy, but these days I believe it can be a key factor especially in regards to maintenance of aftertreatment and emission systems,” begins Darry Stuart, president and chief executive officer of DWS Fleet Management Services. “As for preventive maintenance, I contend that ‘prevention’ is only from PM to
Stertil-Koni offers battery-operated, cabled mobile column lifts with touch screen control
Stertil-Koni has announced that it is now shipping battery-operated cabled mobile column lifts with the company’s full-color, touch-screen control technology, known as the ebright Smart Control System, to customers across North America. First deployed on Stertil-Koni wireless mobile column lifts in 2015, the enhanced ebright Smart Control System provides visual information about the lifting process.
Ohio Trailer Repair joins Great Dane AdvantEDGE program
Ohio Trailer Repair, Inc. has signed on as the newest authorized service provider for Great Dane’s AdvantEDGE National Aftermarket Parts & Service program. Ohio Trailer Repair is a full-service trailer repair shop located in Walton Hills, Ohio, just southeast of downtown Cleveland. The company has been in business for 17 years and features a facility
Tips for checking truck tire pressure
Every tire manufacturer is constantly preaching the importance of maintaining proper tire inflation when it comes to maximizing tire treadwear, increasing casing retreadability, improving fuel economy and lowering cost per mile. Visibly inspecting tires and checking tire pressures are recommended on a regular basis. “Regular” for some fleets may mean every day, once a week
Redbank Transport meets demands with the right specs
When it comes to demanding operating conditions, Redbank Transport’s trucks and drivers have it much tougher than a typical linehaul or over-the-road fleet, and in some ways even harder than many vocational operations. “We do a lot of off-road work hauling coal, fertilizer, road salt, construction materials and demolition debris,” explains Co-Owner Dave Jackson. “Backing
The ups and downs of air spring, leaf spring truck suspensions
Every truck suspension option comes with its own unique performance trade-offs. The best choice requires an understanding of how the trade-offs match up to your application requirements. The right suspension can maintain a tractor-trailer’s road handling and ride quality, and helps minimize the amount of jarring (bumps, vibrations) for improved load-carrying ability. This protects both
