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.
Growing the business
Mountain International’s Morris says apprentice technician program pairs mentors with new technicians to develop talent
Creating positive attitudes
It is interesting how sometimes unrelated experiences can come together to create a new idea or perspective on things.
Down a rusty road
The rust and corrosion caused by winter road salts that negatively impact tractor/trailer components have always been a problem for fleets.
Tips on finding and keeping technicians
Recruiting, training and retaining technicians remains a major concern. Recently, the industry has taken a closer look at refining the process.
Keep drivers happy & trucks on the road
A popular management strategy prioritizes problems according to cost or frequency of occurrence and attacks them from the most occurrences to the least. It’s a good concept because you should always be able to expect a good return for your efforts.