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Maintenance: Page 11

Maintenance
How to replace a universal joint on a heavy truck
When replacing a universal joint, experts note the importance of following manufacturer guidance, using proper tools and post-service inspection and lubrication as essential for ensuring a universal joint achieves its maximum life cycle.
March 18, 2023
Replacing a universal joint on a heavy truck
Maintenance
Repair labor rates climbing, driving technician pay raises
More than three-quarters of service providers responding to a Fullbay survey said they raised labor rates in 2022, with the Southwest U.S. region leading the charge.
February 26, 2023
diesel mechanic working on an engine
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Maintenance
How to replace leaf springs
Leaf springs may often be overlooked in visual inspections, experts say. Here's how to know when you should be looking for a new one.
March 6, 2023
A leaf spring installed on a truck.
Maintenance
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.
Regulations
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
Maintenance
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
Maintenance
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
Maintenance
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
data analyst
Technology
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
Maintenance
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
Maintenance
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
Maintenance
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.
Maintenance
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
Maintenance
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
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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.
Maintenance
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
Truck in shop
Regulations
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
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Regulations
Workforce Pell Grant unlocks funds for CDLs, diesel tech certs
Pell Grants would be available for programs lasting 8–14 weeks, helping students fund CDL and certain diesel mechanic certifications.
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Economic trends
Class 8 truck orders surge 159% in February, signaling cyclical recovery
Chief Financial Officer Chris Wikoff noted that last year, average truck count in Werner's One-Way division, where ECM operated, was 2,386, a 10% decrease year-over-year.
Business
ECM Transport future in question amid Werner’s One-Way reorg
Founded in 2012, NHH Services provides specialized transportation and project management services throughout the United States and Canada, with expertise in heavy haul, flatbed, general freight, and complex cargo movements.
Mergers & Acquisitions
Bennett Family of Companies acquires Indiana fleet
FMCSA Administrator Derek Barrs speaks at TCA Truckload 2026.
Regulations
FMCSA boss: 'We're going to bite off more than we can chew'
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