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03/20/2021

With greater voltage comes greater responsibility

Understanding the implications of higher voltages on heavy duty trucks is paramount to successfully navigate changes in commercial vehicle’s electrical systems. An overwhelming majority of Class 8 commercial vehicles in…

03/20/2021

Lube it or lose it

Proper lubrication of the steer axle kingpin is a crucial aspect of maintenance, as it can prolong the component’s life and ease future servicing procedures. The steer axle kingpin is…

03/20/2021

Look on the bright side

The LED has been established as the lighting technology of choice for the commercial vehicle industry due to its numerous benefits over incandescent lighting. The light emitting diode (LED) has…

03/20/2021

Engine idle reduction systems and solutions

Reducing engine idle can mitigate unplanned downtime, extend service intervals, and save fleets money. Idling vehicle engines is costly for any fleet, and in more ways than one. Not only…

03/20/2021

Examining the e-systems available for today’s fleets

Electrification will change vehicle operation and maintenance. The implementation of electrified systems and components is nothing new for commercial fleets. However, the industry seems to be at a tipping point.…

03/19/2021

Are you ready to be safe?

Truck safety, just like playing a football game, requires continual preparation and adjustment. Circumstances change – on the road, in the industry and among the rules and regulations. It takes…

03/19/2021

Are you up to speed on drug and alcohol testing?

The FMCSA has created flexibility for drug and alcohol testing disrupted by COVID-19. These flexibilities, announced March 25, will be in effect until at least May 30. The Federal Motor…

03/19/2021

Safe trucking during natural disasters

When natural disasters strike, fleets should turn toward preparation, coordination and safety. Habits are hard to break. As a former California Highway Patrolman (CHP), I made a habit of checking…

03/19/2021

Safety compliance: Is your fleet satisfactory, conditional or unsatisfactory?

By keeping up with FMCSA’s safety guidelines, a fleet is more likely to receive a positive safety record and stay on the road Every month this column shares information to…

03/19/2021

How truckers can avoid unsafe drivers

Are there places to be especially alert for unsafe behavior? Is there anything a driver can do to prevent unsafe driving by others? Check out the answers to these questions…

Safety compliance: Is your fleet satisfactory, conditional or unsatisfactory?

With greater voltage comes greater responsibility

Lube it or lose it

Look on the bright side

Engine idle reduction systems and solutions

Examining the e-systems available for today’s fleets

Are you ready to be safe?

Are you up to speed on drug and alcohol testing?

Safe trucking during natural disasters

Safety compliance: Is your fleet satisfactory, conditional or unsatisfactory?

How truckers can avoid unsafe drivers

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