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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
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
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September 1, 2026
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
Maintenance
Brake friction material goes greener
A mandate that went into effect this year calls for brake manufacturers to reduce the amount of copper found in friction material.
November 20, 2020
Maintenance
Get your lights Roadcheck ready
Lighting violations were the top vehicle violation in all commercial vehicles inspected last year, according to the FMCSA.
September 3, 2020
Maintenance
Tires are a leading cause of out of service violations
Tires and wheels have accounted for almost 20% of all OOS violations during CVSA's International Roadcheck for the last three years.
September 1, 2020
Maintenance
With inspection blitz on deck, brake issues continue to dominate out of service violations
The 2022 CVSA International Roadcheck will be May 17-19, and history suggests around 20% of all violations will be tied to brakes.
August 14, 2020
Maintenance
'Overlooked' cabin air filters detrimental to driver health
Cabin air filters often go unchecked until issues arise. Checking them during service intervals can help eliminate allergens and more for truckers.
May 1, 2020
Components
Don’t slack off on slack adjustor inspection, maintenance
Automatic slack adjuster inspections and maintenance are crucial to optimal performance and reducing negative impacts on braking power. Read more on CCJ.
June 19, 2019
Maintenance
Are your brakes ready for the upcoming blitz?
During last year’s Brake Safety Week, 12% of the 43,565 commercial motor vehicles inspected were placed out of service for brake-related violations.
May 29, 2019
Trucks
Tire pressure systems can extend truck and trailer tread life
There is no greater impact to fuel economy – and no bigger budget wrecker – than tires.
July 17, 2018
Maintenance
Proper maintenance and inspection can put the brakes on CSA brake violations
Brakes can fall out of compliance at any given time. A proper pre-trip inspection is a fleet’s first line of defense in catching problems before the DOT.
June 29, 2017
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Trucks
Could dyed diesel damage your engine or void your warranty?
Aimed at easing pricing pressure at the pump, a new executive order permits highway vehicles to burn off-road red diesel without risking engine damage, federal tax penalties, or warranty coverage.
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Fuel tax relief proposals languish in Congress with prices breaking records
Industry
Trump at Peterbilt: American trucking is back. Rid of 'crap' emissions systems
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Spot vs. contract: Diverging freight rates and squeezed volume
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