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Clarios acquires battery business unit from Paragon
Clarios' new acquisition leverages Paragon's OE customer relationships as the battery manufacturer looks to build out its low-voltage and lithium ion battery architectures.
August 30, 2023
OEMs, aftermarket collaborate to fill gaps in maintenance data
Netradyne
Fleets turn to multiple telematics providers for maintenance data because few one-stop solutions exist.
July 10, 2023
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April 1, 2024
The toughest states for brakes violations: Update to get prepped for Brake Safety Week blitz
The brakes-enforcement blitz's 2022 focus on hose/tube chafing yielded plenty in the way of tips for preparing for that very-common violation. What states are most likely to issue violations during the August 20-26 event this year? Find out here.
August 2, 2022
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
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
Telematics
Technology seeks role as fleet maintenance partner
Netradyne
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
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
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
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
Telematics
Maintenance telematics: New Age battleground for OEMs and the aftermarket
Netradyne
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
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
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
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
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
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
Maintenance
The importance of being on top of your preventive maintenance
Implementing a well-designed maintenance program can improve safety, reduce equipment downtime, increase productivity and improve regulatory compliance.
May 18, 2023
Regulations
REPAIR Act picks up cosponsors
Fifteen cosponsors have signed on to the bill carried by Rep. Neal Dunn, R-Florida.
May 12, 2023
Technician training
Shops desperate for diesel techs amid 'extremely high' demand
One major votech had a record turnout of companies looking to hire at its job fair while other schools are also continuing to see 'huge' demand for diesel techs.
April 26, 2023
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