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Cold weather can cause headaches for drivers and maintenance managers alike. Most industry veterans are familiar with the havoc that winter can cause for a truckโs fundamental components. However, many are not as comfortable withโฆ
Round and black. Sometimes thatโs the extent of what drivers know or want to know about tires. Unfortunately, drivers need to know more about their tires, and they really need to be proactive when itโฆ
Every state in the U.S. has specific guidelines for operating a truck with air brakes, and the guidelines can be demanding. Here are some steps you’ll want to take before heading out on the road:
Editorโs note: What follows is a quick tutorial on what diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) is and how truck operators should use it. hat isย DEF (diesel exhaust fluid)? DEF is the reactant necessary for the...
Vacuum pump driveline failures usually involve lengthy down times and a big service bill. Broken key-ways, gears, drive shaft or couplers can result from a variety of causes. Here are some considerations that may...
Septic vacuum trucks used to suction out septic tanks are highly specialized industrial vehicles, designed to withstand the rigors of this unsavory job. Daily maintenance and inspections are a priority to ensure things are...
Fuel pump failure can be costly and hurt a transporterโs reputation. One of the leading causes of failure is the tank. This is due to all the sediment, rust and debris from the pump...
Braking systems are vital to any vehicle, but a semi truck is perhaps the most critical type of vehicle when it comes to the importance of brakes. When 80,000 pounds of truck and trailer...
You can almost hear the cooling systems of the nationโs tank trucks heaving a sigh of relief as warm weather abates. Winter, however, isnโt any easier on a truckโs cooling system. Itโs time, then,...
How equipment operators haul and apply water can significantly impact overall safety and productivity. Though water trucks seem pretty basic in application and design, several factors have a significant impact on efficiency, from the...