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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
Maintenance
Ford Telematics expanding to all vehicle makes
Keeping up with vehicle health and driver behavior has become more inclusive as Ford announces telematics service for non-Ford vehicles this week at the virtual 2021 Work Truck Show.
March 10, 2021
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Regulations
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
Maintenance
Engine oil plays critical role in DPF life
Upwards of 90 percent of the ash that goes into the DPF is from engine lubricant.
February 25, 2021
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
Maintenance
GM rolls out new fleet parts program
GM's new ACDelco National Fleet Parts Program (NFPP) is designed to provide fleet owners with access to resources and tools to simplify their service workflow.
February 24, 2021
Maintenance
Ford F-Series and Ranger recalled
Ford Ranger is being recalled again after it was learned that obsolete air bag parts had been used in Takata air bag repairs. F-Series trucks are being recalled for improper windshield mounts and incorrect payload labels.
February 23, 2021
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
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
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
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
CCJ Innovators
Innovators: Werner enjoying ROI from EDGE fleet management
Werner EDGE rolled out its propriety mobile fleet management program earlier this year and it has since delivered ROI in multiple areas. Details here on CCJ.
January 4, 2021
Trucks
Digital analytics delivering cost-saving tire data
With tires ranking as the second highest fleet expense behind fuel, catching an issue before it becomes a costly and potentially dangerous problem down the road makes digital tire analytics all the more appealing.
November 23, 2020
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
Business
Factors to consider to accurately determine tire CPM
Small operational variances can have a major impact on the results.
November 3, 2020
Business
Tire testing can cut costs but isn’t for the faint of heart
Fleets have the opportunity to save money over the long-haul by implementing tire tests. Discover the work that goes into a tire test on CCJ today.
October 26, 2020
Maintenance
Cold weather can wreak havoc on diesel fuel
Paraffin wax in diesel fuel can cause issues for truck fueling systems in cold weather. That and more notes on winter fuel additives.
October 22, 2020
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