You should be completing periodic inspections anyway, but even if you consider yourself the Michael Jordan of tire inspectors, you can’t be expected to monitor your tire pressure 24/7 on your own. That’s where technology comes into play. The latest TPMS and ATIS systems are designed to keep you and your drivers up to date on your tires to get the most optimal tread wear and the best casing life possible.
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Rethinking traditional truck spec’ing notions, spotlighting sustainability in diesel technology.
I'll play devil's advocate to: "If it ain't broke, don't fix it"--it might not be broken, but could it be better? Sure, your tried-and-true truck spec has worked for you for years, but the latest trucks have model year generations of refinements built into them. Whenever an OEM unveils a new truck with improved fuel efficiency percentages, the rub is that they're comparing the brand-new spec to their previous "best spec". Chances are, as a fleet manager, you're not replacing the truck you bought last year. You're replacing a truck that's five or six years old (if your lifecycles have returned to pre-pandemic normal).
Brian Screeton of Bendix talks about what maintenance practices fleets should put into place for their trucks, trailers and components during the spring.
Making its second TMC appearance, Apollo Tire tells us how it was able to release a truck tire lineup so quickly.
How much of the AI craze will result in real help for fleets?
As the International S13 powertrain rolls out to customers, the OEM also rolled its new engine, transmission and aftertreatment package out to TMC, held earlier this month in New Orleans. David Crowe, S13 integrated sales manager at International Trucks, walked us around the powertrain that is characterized by its dual overhead cam engine design, which
Rypos says active DPFs come with an initial cost, but will bring your fleet savings in the long run, while combating climate change.
What’s no secret is the importance of trucking safety, and Volvo’s goal to reduce accidents across the globe.
The EnduMile LHT, the company’s most durable and fuel-efficient trailer tire, is now available in a 385/55 R22.5 format.
From fleet cards to EVs and data, all work together to help save on costs.
