The true costs of idling behavior
Knowing the impact of idling is the first step to modifying our behavior—and cutting down fleet fuel and maintenance costs. How could I know a 2005 conversation with my kids’…
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Why you may want to repair wheel-end systems now
The CVSA announced that wheel-ends will be the focus of this year’s International Roadcheck inspections initiative. Fleets should be proactive to repair wheel end systems now in preparation for May’s…
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Cooking up a recipe for parts success
Advancing capabilities of ecommerce platforms are helping fleets and commercial vehicle service operations effectively meet parts supply challenges. What happens when you can’t get replacement parts when you need them?…
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A maintenance guide to ADAS technologies
Questions remain as to whether more advanced safety technologies will be regulated across the entire commercial vehicle industry. Either way, the best shops will be ready. Federal efforts to improve…
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Air system maintenance for the modern age
New technology and changing operating conditions are altering the way commercial vehicle air systems are being designed and serviced. While talk of electronic braking systems (EBS) is beginning to percolate…
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Sensata, NIRA Dynamics collaborate to deliver tread depth monitoring solution
The Tread Depth Monitoring virtual sensor system is designed to give vehicle OEMs, drivers, and fleets timely alerts when tires have worn to unsafe levels and need servicing. Sensata Technologies…
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Steering retention with well-maintained suspensions
To keep drivers in your fleet’s seats, make sure your trucks don’t provide a bumpy ride. According to the Professional Driver Agency (PDA) Top Ten Driver Issues List of 2021,…
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Hyliion founder on hybrid truck benefits; roadmap to hydrogen
Hyliion founder and CEO Thomas Healy discusses the benefits of the company’s hybrid powertrains and hydrogen-powered future. As the industry continues to announce and reveal electrified vehicle solutions and technologies,…
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Reducing driver fatigue through smarter steering and suspension
Sensor-driven innovations in steering and suspension buffer drivers from rough road better than ever. Previously, we covered the importance of maintaining steering and suspension systems, along with how noise, vibration,…
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How to Rent Teslas as an Independent Company
Photo: Gateway Auto Holdings Jason Kennedy founded Gateway Auto Holdings out of California, focusing exclusively on renting EVs with a fleet primarily made up of Teslas. The car rental industry is…
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