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Proper maintenance critical to keeping ADAS on the mark
No matter the manufacturer, ADAS components arrive calibrated. But things can happen over the course of a truck’s lifetime that require a recalibration of the system in the shop.
September 19, 2023
Parts and labor costs begin to show improvement
Combined parts and labor costs for the top 25 VMRS codes fell 1.3% in the second quarter from the first, and labor costs decreased for the first time in the past year.
September 18, 2023
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What are fleets looking for from maintenance telematics?
Netradyne
Fleets value having a single source for information and predictive capabilities.
July 10, 2023
Battery electric
Plugged in: How electric fleets can predict maintenance issues with data
Manufacturers have been perfecting diesel engines for 130 years while viable electric trucks have only been around for the last 10.
September 6, 2023
CCJ Innovators
Aim Transportation cuts the cord with modern maintenance solution
A lot has changed in the 5 years since Aim rolled out its RescuePro system, like the declining number of people whose preferred communication method is talking on the phone.
September 1, 2023
Components
Clarios acquires battery business unit from Paragon
Clarios' new acquisition leverages Paragon's OE customer relationships as the battery manufacturer looks to build out its low-voltage and lithium ion battery architectures.
August 30, 2023
Telematics
OEMs, aftermarket collaborate to fill gaps in maintenance data
Netradyne
Fleets turn to multiple telematics providers for maintenance data because few one-stop solutions exist.
July 10, 2023
Regulations
The toughest states for brakes violations: Update to get prepped for Brake Safety Week blitz
The brakes-enforcement blitz's 2022 focus on hose/tube chafing yielded plenty in the way of tips for preparing for that very-common violation. What states are most likely to issue violations during the August 20-26 event this year? Find out here.
August 2, 2022
Oils & lubricants
Counterfeit engine oil? Yes, it's out there and here's how to spot it
Counterfeit aftermarket parts have been a problem for many years, but engine oils can be just as damaging and could be flying below fleets' radar.
August 10, 2023
Safety & Compliance
Brakes, HOS again top list of Roadcheck OOS violations
Brake problems were two of the top three reasons cited during May's Roadcheck campaign with tires ringing in spot No. 2.
July 31, 2023
Telematics
Technology seeks role as fleet maintenance partner
Netradyne
Aftermarket providers have been developing platforms long before OEMs and have dedicated their entire business to this focus, whereas telematics is only a side or small line of business for OEMs.
July 10, 2023
Oils & lubricants
Engines and excuses: Why fleets don't sample engine oil and why they should
Whether it’s a lack of time to pull an oil sample or a lack of willingness to go through the effort, this week's 10-44 looks at some popular excuses and pokes them full of holes.
July 28, 2023
Maintenance
Ryder debuts new retail mobile maintenance service
Torque by Ryder offers fleets maintenance at their location with no long-term contract. Also: Bridgestone-Pilot tire management partnership exceeding growth goals; Musket opens new DEF terminal in Alabama; new 160 Driving Academy in Illinois.
July 14, 2023
Maintenance
IIHS, Travelers: Truck safety improving but there's still work to be done
While the fatality rate has dropped substantially for those involved in passenger vehicle collisions with large trucks, troubling factors like distracted driving, ineffective impact guards and inconsistent maintenance practices need to be addressed.
July 11, 2023
Telematics
Maintenance telematics: New Age battleground for OEMs and the aftermarket
Netradyne
Aftermarket telematics providers and OEMs each have pros and cons, but it all comes down to the ability to operationalize massive amounts of data.
July 10, 2023
Technology
Digital transformation in carrier safety: Striking a balance between tech & financial security
One of the most important technologies making its way into the commercial carrier industry is the Internet of Things (IoT).
July 5, 2023
Maintenance
Maintenance cost increases slowing
Between the fourth quarter of 2022 and the first quarter of this year, parts costs dropped by 0.4% and labor costs increased 2.3%.
June 14, 2023
Maintenance
Canadian wildfire smoke calls for more diligent air filter practices
Particulate matter in wildfire smoke presents health risks and can shorten a vehicle's air filter life.
June 11, 2023
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