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Proper maintenance critical to keeping ADAS on the mark
No matter the manufacturer, ADAS components arrive calibrated. But things can happen over the course of a truck’s lifetime that require a recalibration of the system in the shop.
September 19, 2023
Recall report: Faulty shims impact 5,700 trailers; Navistar's driveshaft problem and Yokohama's voluntary recall
The following safety recalls were issued Monday by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
August 28, 2023
Over 168,000 Toyota Tundra pickups among NHTSA truck recalls
The 2023 Toyota Tundra, 2023 Ford Super Duty plus trucks from Autocar, Isuzu and Nikola are being recalled by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
August 22, 2023
Pickup Trucks
GMC, Chevy trucks recalled for steering failure
Heavy-duty Chevy and GMC trucks were recalled because of a steering problem that could lead to a crash if not corrected.
August 16, 2023
Trucks
Hino recalling 8,000 trucks for inaccurate fuel gauge readings
The recall affects conventional-model trucks with 70- and 90-gallon fuel tanks. Also: Maverik fuel stops now accepting Comdata cards; EV ride-and-drive scheduled for Thursday in Michigan.
August 15, 2023
Maintenance
Higher fuel prices 'may persist for a while'
Various factors are converging to drive up the cost of diesel and gasoline including summer heat which has slowed refinery production.
August 2, 2023
Maintenance
New Shell motor oil provides improved fuel economy, lower maintenance
Compared to conventional heavy duty diesel engine oil, Shell's new Rotella T6 10W-30 Full Synthetic Heavy Duty Engine Oil offers improved fuel economy and lower maintenance costs.
August 2, 2023
Maintenance
Brakes, HOS again top list of Roadcheck OOS violations
Brake problems were two of the top three reasons cited during May's Roadcheck campaign with tires ringing in spot No. 2.
July 31, 2023
Trucks
Recall report: Ford recalls a million vehicles; Volvo 55K units for wiper issue
The following safety recalls were issued Monday by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
July 31, 2023
Maintenance
Electric F-150 and Tesla semi announce recalls; Alternator issue for Pete 579
The following safety recalls were issued Monday by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
June 19, 2023
Products
New epoxy ramp coating offers fast, low odor traction restoration
Maintaining traction on loading ramps and other surfaces is critical to safety. New Form-A-Tread SL offers a traction epoxy coating designed for fast, low odor application.
June 7, 2023
Maintenance
Ensuring techs get the parts they need
Nothing is more frustrating to a fleet than having a repair held up because the parts to fix it are not available. And nothing is more frustrating to a technician than requesting parts from the parts department only to have the wrong one picked.
April 21, 2023
Alternative power
Renewable diesel production 'booming' as national availability remains in question
Production of carbon cutting renewable diesel is forecast to more than double by 2025, but fleet access beyond the West Coast remains in doubt.
April 18, 2023
Maintenance
How to replace a universal joint on a heavy truck
When replacing a universal joint, experts note the importance of following manufacturer guidance, using proper tools and post-service inspection and lubrication as essential for ensuring a universal joint achieves its maximum life cycle.
March 18, 2023
Maintenance
TMC takes up aftermarket brake linings
The panel says OEM brake linings go through rigorous tests before being spec'd into new equipment. Aftermarket products do not. "This is significant problem," Jim Clark says. "Something is wrong here that we need to -- and I think we can -- address."
March 1, 2023
Maintenance
As maintenance turns to ecommerce, eBay rolls out parts guarantee
Three parts or accessories are sold every second on the eBay marketplace.
February 15, 2023
Maintenance
Smaller fleets lagging behind in telematics adoption and missing out on an 'integral' part of fleet operations
Smaller fleets have been shying away from fleet telematics, but as Penske Transportation Solutions makes clear, Software as as Service makes telematics a more affordable option.
February 13, 2023
Maintenance
Owner-ops navigate rocky truck parts-procurement landscape
In Part 1 of this two-part feature, research reveals owners increasingly turning online and to new vendors for parts in the post-COVID era of procurement. Others have gotten crafty, devising unique strategies to ensure they have the parts they need.
February 8, 2023
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