Maintenance: Page 11

TMC takes up aftermarket brake linings

The panel says OEM brake linings go through rigorous tests before being spec'd into new equipment. Aftermarket products do not. "This is significant problem," Jim Clark says. "Something is wrong here that we need to -- and I think we can -- address."

March 1, 2023

A group of men on a stage talking about brake linings.

ABS, cargo securement emphasis of Roadcheck blitz in May

While itself not an OOS violation, ABS helps reduce the risk of collision, and cargo securement is a Top 5 OOS issue.

March 1, 2023

truck rolled over on the road

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What causes brake imbalance and how can you prevent it?

A balanced brake system is when the entire brake system, from front to back, (including the tractor and trailer) react at the correct time to produce equal timing and brake pressure.

March 1, 2023

trailer tires rotating

Mack, Volvo doubling remote programming capabilities, beefing up dealership services

Added over-the-air capabilities and service contracts among the new and updated service offerings rolling out.

February 28, 2023

Mack Anthem OTA Driver POV

Seven steps to best-in-class data aggregation and analysis

Fleets have a large flow of data at their disposal and fleet managers must determine what they would like to measure.

February 27, 2023

Michelin rolling out its Connected Fleet platform in North America

February 27, 2023

Michelin Connected Fleet President and COO Andy Beasley

Career Leadership Award

Pro and proud: Kenneth Calhoun named CCJ Career Leadership Award recipient

Just mention “trucking” in the state of Arkansas and it won’t take long before Kenneth Calhoun’s name comes up.

February 26, 2023

Kenneth Calhoun

Mitchell 1 adds TMC Recommended Practices to TruckSeries Software

More than 500 voluntary technical standards are included in the current edition of TMC’s 2022-2023 Recommended Practices Manual, covering maintenance, testing, and specification of a full range of vehicle systems.

February 26, 2023

TMC RPs TruckSeries screen

VMRS report shows slowing increase in service costs

Powerplant parts and labor costs totaled 35.7% of all service costs in the fourth quarter of 2022, followed by exhaust systems (14%) and brakes (5.1%).

February 26, 2023

truck in a service bay

P.S.I. debuts Digital ThermALERT, real-time visibility of wheel-end temps

The real-time reporting from Digital ThermALERT aids in identifying the normal wheel-end operating temperature of a user’s equipment and the ability to analyze wheel-end history.

February 26, 2023

The real-time reporting from Digital ThermALERT can help identify equipment or maintenance issues such as a dragging brake or bearing issue that can be scheduled in for service before damage can occur.

Optimizing fleet maintenance for the changing of seasons

There is no season for good maintenance, but the transition to warmer weather does present challenges and opportunities to hone preventive practices.

February 24, 2023

seasonal effects on lubricants

As maintenance turns to ecommerce, eBay rolls out parts guarantee

Three parts or accessories are sold every second on the eBay marketplace.

February 15, 2023

Asset tracking & management

Smaller fleets lagging behind in telematics adoption and missing out on an 'integral' part of fleet operations

Smaller fleets have been shying away from fleet telematics, but as Penske Transportation Solutions makes clear, Software as as Service makes telematics a more affordable option.

February 13, 2023

Prioritizing telematics data for tire management and more is becoming more of a focus for fleets large and small particularly as more truck and driver performance information becomes available.

Nontraditional truck parts-sourcing strategies on the rise

Need a DEF quality sensor and you can't find it? How's a DEF tank somebody decided to "delete" sound for a quick and inexpensive solution? In Part 2 of this parts-purchase series, find more unique approaches as owners have adapted to new realities.

February 8, 2023

MEMA paves the way for Right to Repair

"The time for this is now," MEMA's Ann Wilson says. "We've got to have those trucks on the road for the economic health of the United States."

February 9, 2023

A picture of the U.S. Capitol

Owner-ops navigate rocky truck parts-procurement landscape

In Part 1 of this two-part feature, research reveals owners increasingly turning online and to new vendors for parts in the post-COVID era of procurement. Others have gotten crafty, devising unique strategies to ensure they have the parts they need.

February 8, 2023

Photo of parts, trucks in fleet garage

Setting up a preventive maintenance workflow

As a fleet manager, implementing a preventive maintenance solution can be one of the most effective ways to improve productivity, efficiency and safety.

February 7, 2023

driver inspecting a diesel engine

The internet's smartest chatbot might never be OEM certified

ChatGPT knows a lot, but it doesn't know a lot about diesel engine maintenance (yet).

February 6, 2023

artificial intelligence interacts with a human

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Partnerships with MC Tank Lines and Leahy Transport brings the Quantix network to more than 70 locations.

Quantix partnering with liquid bulk haulers MC Tank Lines, Leahy Transport

Partnering with MC Tank Lines and Leahy Transport further strengthens Quantix's carrier network, the company said.

Koch said their Strategic acquisition of SOS to accelerates growth, expands reach, and bolsters geographic and industry-specific offerings for Koch Logistics & Warehousing.

Koch doubles its nationwide square footage with SOS acquisition

USA Truck was acquired by DB Schenker in June 2022 for approximately $435 million, and DB Schenker was subsequently acquired by DSV in April 2025. Prior to its own acquisition, DB Schenker had been shopping USA Truck, and DSV decided to divest the asset almost immediately.

'Welcome home': USA Truck acquired by former, current leadership team

Dart will retain use of its name and says that the transaction will not affect day-to-day operations.

Dart Transit acquired by private equity firm

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Venture Transport adds team drivers to dedicated business

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