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Business
Let data drive informed decisions
In a rapidly modernizing world, there is a need for companies to become more dynamic and drive insights from data.
April 21, 2021
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Regulations
Exhaust induction boosts MPG, reduces emissions and maintenance
Leonard's Express sees high fuel economy gains with SPIER System that cuts emissions and DPF maintenance with exhaust induction.
April 21, 2021
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Career Leadership Award
TMC's Braswell named Career Leadership Award recipient
A self-described tinkerer, TMC Executive Director Robert Braswell is capable shade tree mechanic and an award-winning journalist.
April 14, 2021
Robert Braswell
Maintenance
More than 1,400 International, 500 Mack trucks recalled
Two brakes-related recalls from Navistar affect more than 1,400 International trucks, and a stability control issue prompted a recall of more than 500 Mack trucks. Also: Pay raises at two large fleets.
April 13, 2021
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Regulations
100% biodiesel system tops savings onto low emissions
Optimus Technologies and Renewable Energy Group join efforts to lower emissions by running trucks on 100% biodiesel.
April 7, 2021
Renewable Energy Group and Optimus Technologies have enabled fleets to run on 100% biodiesel. REG's own trucks have been running on B100, including the Volvo VNR above, thanks to Optimus' Vector System.
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Get powertrain gains through new technology
Cummins and Allison are trusted powertrain icons who recently talked about steps fleets can take to maximize powertrain efficiency during the virtual 2021 Work Truck Show.
March 26, 2021
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Business
Newsmax host Stinchfield talks about his trucking career, current issues
Tough economic times in 2011 led Newsmax host Grant Stinchfield to take on another career path, which would soon lead to a trucking business.
March 24, 2021
Greg Stinchfield
Technician training
An expert's take on the Top 3 maintenance pain points
The trucking industry's Top 3 maintenance pain points have been accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic.
March 22, 2021
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Home
Pinched ports: Bottlenecks at California ports wreaking havoc on truck parts supply chain
The ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach could open two spectacular truck parts distribution businesses right now. So could the boats in their harbors.
March 18, 2021
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Maintenance
5 tips to improve uptime
While 100% utilization is not possible, there are some simple things fleets can do to get close.
March 13, 2021
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Home
The toughest 15 states for lights violations, one of the 2021 Roadcheck emphases
Here are the top 15 states when it comes to a propensity to issue lights-related violations. And data also point to both 2021 Roadcheck enforcement-emphasis areas in Georgia, Vermont and Nevada.
March 4, 2021
2019 top 15 for light related violations map
Maintenance
Engine oil plays critical role in DPF life
Upwards of 90% of the ash that goes into the DPF is from engine lubricant.
February 25, 2021
Engine parts
Maintenance
Fewer DPF regens with biodiesel and renewable diesel
In addition to lowering emissions, biodiesel and renewable diesel offer reduced DPF back-pressure and fewer regens.
February 25, 2021
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Maintenance
Diesel coolant heaters reduce DPF wear and tear
Diesel coolant heaters improve DPF life by drastically cutting cold-start soot. Engine wear is also reduced and fuel consumption improves by cutting 'needless engine idling.'
February 23, 2021
Eberspacher preheater diagram
Components
Pending Goodyear, Cooper tie up creates tire behemoth
In the combined portfolio, Goodyear will be positioned as the original equipment and premium replacement tire while Cooper, Roadmaster, Mastercraft, and Mickey Thompson will be the mid-tier brands.
February 22, 2021
A Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company associate keeps an eye on truck tires traveling through the company’s Danville, Virginia, manufacturing plant as they head toward inspection.
Home
How to minimize undercarriage electrical corrosion
Winter weather can cause myriad problems for heavy-duty trucks. Among them is the start or worsening of corrosion to the wiring and electrical components along the undercarriage of the equipment.
February 16, 2021
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Business
Owning versus leasing an asset
Truck leasing companies offer a variety of operating lease solutions, bundling in various life-cycle administrative and operating services that deliver meaningful value to a lessee.
February 4, 2021
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Maintenance
Steer tire issue prompts recall of certain Freightliner Cascadia models
Daimler Trucks North America is recalling over 4,000 Freightliner Cascadia trucks for a potential issue with certain steer tires. Also: Indiana's oversize/overweight permitting system will be down next week.
January 25, 2021
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Regulations
GOP infrastructure plan is heavy on roads and bridges
The GOP plan earmarks more than 52% of its funds for roads and bridges.
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