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Summer of truck stop electrification

Widespread deployment of plug-in power at truck stops means fleets can stop waiting and start connecting to the grid.

NTEA and MATS roundup

Two of the industry’s largest truck shows took place recently, the National Truck Equipment Association’s Work Truck Show and the Mid-America Trucking Show. We take a look at all of the new equipment on display at each show.

Spec’ing trucks to run lean

Good drivers will deliver good fuel economy, but good drivers in well spec’d tractors will deliver the best.

Avoiding fleet electrical system problems

It has been estimated that 25% of general shop repairs are related to
electrical systems – but these repairs can be avoided.

Using software for preventive/predictive maintenance, CSA

Today’s software offers tools for tracking maintenance to cut costs – and avoid CSA violations.

Chemical attack: preventing corrosion caused by road de-icers

Good specs and regular maintenance can defend your equipment against the corrosive attack of de-icing chemicals.

Drivetrains: Spec’d for fuel economy

Automated manual and direct drive transmissions are among the emerging trends used by fleet managers trying to cope with high fuel prices.

Natural gas, hybrid trucks continue to grow as viable options

For the last few decades, truck manufacturers have been investing in technology related to alternative fuels. Early on, natural gas-powered vehicles gained acceptance for certain fleet applications. While they remain viable options, diesel-electric hybrid technology for commercial trucks has been gaining ground.

Modern truck engines deliver promised performance

The performance of engines designed to comply with the latest round of emissions regulations is fulfilling the hopes of both fleets and suppliers.

Tires designed for fuel efficiency

When it comes to optimizing fuel economy for your fleet, think about buying the right tires. To date, EPA has verified a number of low rolling resistance tires produced by 19 different tire manufacturers.

Freightliner expands options in Class 7 & 8 vocational trucks

The truck maker has expanded available options to round out its full range of Class 7 and 8 vocational trucks with the introduction of the 108SD and 114SD models.

Truck body building: custom or standard?

Think of what you want a work truck to do, then ask if you can use an off-the-shelf body or if it needs to be custom designed and built.