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Interstate Battery offers cold weather cranking tips
Did you know cold weather affects auto batteries more than any other engine component? During extreme winter weather conditions, Interstate Batteries encourages motorists to protect and care for that part of the vehicle a driver depends on most every day. Filled with fluid containing mostly water, batteries are susceptible to freezing when the battery is […]
January 15, 2015
NHTSA grants CMA/Double Coin petition for Inconsequential Compliance for tire sidewall markings
CMA and Double Coin Holdings today announced formal notification by the National Highway Transportation and Safety Administration (NHTSA) on December 30, 2014 that they agreed with CMA position that the stated noncompliance is inconsequential to motor vehicle safety. According to NHTSA, no additional obligation for providing a remedy or notification is required. NHTSA established a decision with […]
January 6, 2015
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PACCAR Leasing names 2014 Service Managers of the Year
Robert Elliott of Rush Truck Leasing in Tampa Bay, Fla., and Buddy Newton of MHC Truck Leasing in Colorado Springs, Colo., have been named PACCAR Leasing Company’s (PacLease) Peterbilt and Kenworth service managers of the year. The awards were presented at PACCAR Leasing’s maintenance management seminar recently held in Anaheim, Calif. Regional winners included: • […]
December 19, 2014
Business
What technicians wish you knew about truck maintenance
Top technicians say they would like more fleets to request basic training from either dealerships or the OEMs when they buy new units.
December 15, 2014
Business
Working the problem: Information technology and downtime
My refrigerator at home has a computer motherboard in it. I can’t tell you what the hell that motherboard does. But I can tell you that it costs $275 (plus labor) to replace. And that I’ve replaced it twice in the 10 years I’ve had this ‘fridge. Computers are everywhere today. And if you’re my […]
December 10, 2014
Business
The give and take of low-rolling-resistance tires: Do fleets pay a longevity penalty for them?
Truck spec’ing often is a game of give-and-take. At first glance, it’s a given that low-rolling-resistance tires deliver superior fuel economy performance. But does that performance come at the cost of tire durability and longevity?
November 19, 2014
Business
Peterbilt announces new Manitoba dealership
Peterbilt Manitoba Ltd. added a third dealership to their group with the opening of Peterbilt Manitoba-East, a parts and service facility in Springfield, Manitoba, just east of Winnipeg, Peterbilt Motors Company recently announced. “We’re pleased to add a new location to our network and expand our ability to serve our customers,” said Dealer Principal Doug […]
November 18, 2014
Business
Telogis moving quickly with ‘connected vehicle’ technology
Fleets have more options for using the connectivity platform that comes with their trucks, eliminating the cost of installing and building up their aftermarket technologies. And what doesn’t come with their vehicles can be quickly brought in from cloud-based software applications.
October 29, 2014
Business
Navistar announces upgrades to OnCommand, new fuel-efficiency spec for ProStar
Navistar announced several enhancements to its OnCommand Connection remote diagnostics and fuel efficiency upgrades to its ProStar during a press conference at the 2014 American Trucking Associations’ 2014 Management Conference & Exhibition in San Diego. Beginning in November, Navistar will roll out new feature enhancements for its OnCommand Connection offering, including a mobile app, customized […]
October 6, 2014
Business
Hankook Tire announces veterans outreach program
Hankook Tire America has announced its commitment to DAV (Disabled American Veterans) to help provide services to veterans of all generations. As a sponsor of the DAV’s Mobile Service Office (MSO) program, Hankook’s $50,000 contribution will help DAV continue to bring free services directly to veterans where they live. Hankook supports the DAV MSO program […]
October 2, 2014
Business
Goodyear announces Fuel Max LHD G505D drive tire
The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company says it has introduced the most fuel-efficient long haul drive tire in North America. Available now, the Goodyear claims the FUEL MAX LHD G505D saves, on average, $1,444 worth of fuel per truck, per year, compared to the Michelin X Line Energy D.* The Goodyear FUEL MAX LHD G505D […]
October 1, 2014
Business
Volvo announces major dealer expansion in Ohio
Volvo Trucks recently increased its service capabilities in the Northeast region of the U.S. with the expansion of the Young Truck Sales facility in Canton, Ohio. The full-service dealership, located on 16 acres on Shepler Road just off Interstate-77, includes 30 service bays and $800,000 in parts inventory. A separate on-site building dedicated to servicing […]
September 29, 2014
Business
Mack announces new Telogis-based, scalable vehicle telematics package
Mack announced a major expansion package to its GuardDog Connect fleet telematics system Sept. 29. The company’s new Mack Fleet Management Services is a suite of software and technology offerings made possible by an initial partnership with Telogis.
September 29, 2014
Business
WheelTime launches “Total Tech” Training to combat technician shortage
WheelTime Network says it recently launched “Total Tech,” a new WheelTime University training series. “Total Tech” is a series of on-line training and certification modules that uses tools and focus inspired by the TMC SuperTech competition. The program was developed under the direction of George Arrants, a well-known industry educator and accreditation leader, and is […]
September 25, 2014
Business
Tire wear focus of TMC tech discussion
Windel Brumfield’s session covered some of the most common types of premature wear as well as the most common causes.
September 24, 2014
Business
Rand McNally ties fault codes, inspection data with TMT Fleet Maintenance
Data provided by Rand McNally’s line of mobile fleet management devices – including the TPC 7600, TND 760 and HD 100 – is now accessed through the TMT Fleet Maintenance software.
September 24, 2014
Business
Double Coin and CMA notify NHTSA of non-compliant sidewall markings on tire models
Double Coin and CMA formally notified the National Highway Transportation and Safety Administration (NHTSA) last month of non-compliant sidewall markings on certain Double Coin branded TBR tires produced by Double Coin Holdings, LLC. After a full audit in June 2014, CMA notified NHTSA that certain Double Coin tires omitted the Load Range symbol. As confirmed by […]
September 16, 2014
Business
Chevron details new strategies for avoiding turbocharger failure
Many fleet managers I know have a love/hate relationship with the turbochargers so essential to modern diesel engine. The advantages of turbochargers in terms of increased power, torque and engine efficiency are obvious. The frustration of vehicle downtime and expensive repair bills due to blown turbochargers is the downside to the benefits they offer. OEMs […]
August 13, 2014
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