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Truck service ventriloquism: A mechanic’s unforeseen tale

Believe it or not, trucks are unknowingly themselves all-star ventriloquists.

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Mitchell 1 updates TruckSeries with quick ABS, engine and transmission identification

The company says this can help technicians quickly locate and identify the system control module when a truck is brought in for service.

Staying safe in the truck service shop

And other top truck service tips from Jake Schell, FE’s resident truck service columnist and Mitchell 1 associate product manager.

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Mitchell 1 awards TruckSeries subscription to TMC SuperTech 2023 Grand Champion

Doug Nickles, TMCSuperTech 2023 Grand Champion, receives a one-year Mitchell 1 TruckSeries software subscription, accessing Class 4-8 truck repair info.

A little truck maintenance prep can go a long way

Today’s trucks are significantly more complex than the old truck that my classmate and I (eventually) changed the oil in.

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When gravity can let you down

There are numerous components on a truck that hold potential energy. Springs are well known to look static but hold a lot of potential energy.

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Mitchell 1 recognizes Oklahoma SuperTech competitor

Veach was among 24 competitors who rotated through hands-on workstations and took a written test to demonstrate industry knowledge.

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The 3 key elements that drive shop safety 

Inattention to detail could lead to serious consequences in a dangerous, busy shop environment.

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Spring cleaning the HVAC system

As the season changes so too does the HVAC system’s role. Make sure it’s ready for the heat.

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Catch up on the news from TMC 2023 media day

Some call the Sunday before TMC a marathon while others call it back-to-back wind sprints. Whatever you call it, the result is the same: a deluge of truck industry news focused on service and uptime solutions. Sixteen press conferences brought news from every corner of trucking–from data-driven service solutions to suppliers updating their latest products.

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Mitchell 1 incorporates TMC Recommended Practices into TruckSeries Software

Mitchell 1 obtained licensed permission from TMC to incorporate the RP collection in TruckSeries.

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Mind your axle to prepare for the unexpected

Finding the root cause of leaks is important, even if the surfaces and gaskets appear to be in good condition.

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