Managing commercial truck tires in real time
When done correctly, a digital tire management program can generate a substantial return on investment and help fleets get the most from their tires. Improper tire inflation is the leading…
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Tires in real time: Managing psi and tread depth
By maintaining proper tire pressure fleets can increase tread life, enabling the casing to be reused as a retread. According to federal regulations, a commercial motor vehicle cannot operate when…
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As material shortages worsen, need for a plan grows
Now is the time to take an in-depth look at what the biggest parts needs are and to investigate whether those parts are likely to be in short supply. A…
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Industry discussion pinpoints ADAS adoption challenges
Driver acceptance will be the key factor in aiding with widespread advanced driver assistance systems acceptance, suggest industry experts. Over the last five years, the industry has seen a 50%…
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Highway Transport enhances cargo temperature tracking capabilities
TempTrack aims to provides customers access to real-time updates on load location and cargo temperature for temperature-sensitive loads. Highway Transport has enhanced its MyHighway Customer Portal to provide expansive functionality,…
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Why does diesel fuel cost more than gasoline
On-highway diesel fuel prices have been higher than regular grade gasoline prices almost continuously since September 2004. So, why is diesel fuel more expensive than gasoline? While gasoline prices took…
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Consider fuel quality when budgeting
A 5% fuel savings with higher quality fuel would save the average Class 8 truck 1,025 gallons per year. Multiply that by the cost of a gallon of diesel and…
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Top 5 benefits of using premium diesel
Additives are the feature that separates premium from standard-grade diesel, extending the life of both the fuel and the engine. For a fleet owner, there are many important decisions to…
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EGR systems can run cleaner with premium diesel
While the basic concept of how EGR helps reduce NOx emission is fairly straightforward, the problems it creates are a bit more complex. Is your diesel truck struggling with poor…
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Prevent injector deposits with premium diesel fuel
The challenges of high-pressure common-rail systems. Today’s diesel engines use high-pressure common-rail (HPCR) direct injection technology to provide greater efficiencies compared to conventional diesel engines. These engines operate under higher…
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