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Trucks
Hino recalling 8,000 trucks for inaccurate fuel gauge readings
The recall affects conventional-model trucks with 70- and 90-gallon fuel tanks. Also: Maverik fuel stops now accepting Comdata cards; EV ride-and-drive scheduled for Thursday in Michigan.
August 15, 2023
Hino truck
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
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Outlook and Benchmarking
Higher fuel prices 'may persist for a while'
Various factors are converging to drive up the cost of diesel and gasoline including summer heat which has slowed refinery production.
August 2, 2023
Diesel Pump Filling Up
Maintenance
New Shell motor oil provides improved fuel economy, lower maintenance
Compared to conventional heavy duty diesel engine oil, Shell's new Rotella T6 10W-30 Full Synthetic Heavy Duty Engine Oil offers improved fuel economy and lower maintenance costs.
August 2, 2023
Shell reports that its new Rotella T6 10W-30 Heavy Duty Engine Oil provides up to 2% improvement in fuel economy compared to conventional 15W-40 heavy duty diesel engine oil.
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
Tanker truck and brake fire
Trucks
Recall report: Ford recalls a million vehicles; Volvo 55K units for wiper issue
The following safety recalls were issued Monday by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
July 31, 2023
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Telematics
Technology seeks role as fleet maintenance partner
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
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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
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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
Torque by Ryder
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
Truck Vs Minivan
Telematics
Maintenance telematics: New Age battleground for OEMs and the aftermarket
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
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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
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Maintenance
Electric F-150 and Tesla semi announce recalls; Alternator issue for Pete 579
The following safety recalls were issued Monday by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
June 19, 2023
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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
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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
When driving near wildfires, Daimler Trucks North America recommends setting cabin air to recirculation and keeping a closer eye on an engine air filter performance. “Driving near fires or other occurrences where there could be an unusual amount of debris in the air, it is important to monitor the air restriction gauges and respond appropriately should the restrictions rise as well as clean the filters or replace them when it is safe to do so,' said DTNA marketing engine specialist Michael Young.
Maintenance
Shop owners talk parts shortage at Fullbay conference
“We used to think we were an island on our own,” he says. Then he went to a conference in Florida and realized everyone thinks they’re on an island by themselves. “We’re all on the same damn island.”
June 9, 2023
Two men sitting in front of a presentation screen.
Products
New epoxy ramp coating offers fast, low odor traction restoration
Maintaining traction on loading ramps and other surfaces is critical to safety. New Form-A-Tread SL offers a traction epoxy coating designed for fast, low odor application.
June 7, 2023
Composite Ramp After
Workforce
2023 Best Fleets to Drive For: key findings in operational strategy
How a driver perceives the day-to-day experience working for a company can significantly impact their overall well-being and satisfaction with their employer.
May 21, 2023
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