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
Replacing a universal joint on a heavy truck
Dobbs rebrands Washington store as TRP location
After opening Dobbs Peterbilt – Sumner as its new flagship location in Washington's Puget Sound area, Dobbs Truck Group announced Wednesday that Dobbs Peterbilt – Tacoma has been rebranded as Dobbs TRP – Tacoma.
March 15, 2023
Dobbs TRP - Tacoma location
Thermo King introducing 24-hour roadside assistance solution
Thermo King announces its Remote Operating Center (ROC), a new system that provides rapid, innovative roadside assistance for transport refrigeration units (TRU) by combining technology and human expertise.
March 15, 2023
Thermo King's new Remote Operating Center visualized
ASE winter registration deadline March 31
Service professionals registering by the deadline will have 90 days to schedule an appointment to take their ASE tests.
March 15, 2023
A blue ASE logo.
The trouble with topping off
Topping off a cooling system might get a truck to its next stop, but to make a habit of it is just asking for trouble. Especially if each top-off features a different coolant formulation.
March 14, 2023
White semi-truck parked on highway with hood raised
Noregon beefs up off-highway capabilities
Noregon has completed its first 2023 update for JPRO,. Noregon says one of the major additions in this update is the significant increase in coverage for off-highway construction vehicles and equipment.
March 14, 2023
Technician using JPRO professional
KEA Advisors holding webinar regarding shop workflow
KEA Advisors is hosting a webinar with Decisiv on Wednesday that will tackle service communication levels and how shops can improve their communication processes.
March 13, 2023
Technician working on wheel end and tire
'Incentives and infrastructure' essential to new powertrain acceptance
Cummins' CEO and President Jennifer Rumsey told attendees Tuesday at the Green Truck Summit that readily available purchasing incentives and infrastructure investment will drive new powertrain adoption in the coming decade and beyond.
March 7, 2023
Jennifer Rumsey, new Cummins president and CEO
HeavyDutyScholarships.com awarding 2023-24 scholarships
Graduating high school seniors, full-time post-secondary students and former recipients are welcome to apply. The scholarships are for those training to become heavy-duty technicians or studying engineering, business, IT/cybersecurity or other courses.
March 7, 2023
Logo for Heavy Duty Scholarships Central
SAF-Holland announces integration of Haldex product lines
SAF-Holland has integrated Haldex brake and air control solutions into the SAF-Holland current portfolio of SAF trailer axle/suspension systems. The announcement was made last week during ATA's Technology & Maintenance Council (TMC) Annual Meeting.
March 6, 2023
SAF-Holland, Haldex products on display
Repair labor rates climbing, driving technician pay raises
More than three-quarters of service providers responding to a Fullbay survey said they raised labor rates in 2022, with the Southwest U.S. region leading the charge.
February 26, 2023
diesel mechanic working on an engine
When and how to replace leaf springs
Leaf springs may often be overlooked in visual inspections, experts say. Here's how to know when you should be looking for a new one.
March 6, 2023
A leaf spring installed on a truck.
Texas repair shop continues UTI partnership
Austin, Texas, diesel repair shop Modern Diesel announced Friday its continued partnership with Universal Technical Institute (UTI).
March 3, 2023
Technician on wheel end
TMC panel demonstrates tools to tackle tech recruitment, retention
"We aren't here to solve the world's problems related to recruiting and because, quite frankly, it's going to take more than one day," says Homer Hogg, vice president of truck service at TravelCenters of America.
March 1, 2023
A group of people on a stage talking through a problem.
Inflation becomes top concern for suppliers
Inflation has moved to the top of “the big three” concerns for commercial vehicle suppliers, MEMA’s Richard Anderson reported Wednesday in the association’s monthly Pulse webinar.
March 1, 2023
Man looking at computer
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
A group of men on a stage talking about brake linings.
What causes brake imbalance and how can you prevent it?
A balanced brake system is when the entire brake system, from front to back, (including the tractor and trailer) react at the correct time to produce equal timing and brake pressure.
March 1, 2023
trailer tires rotating
There's no 'learn as you go' approach with electric vehicles
On Tuesday afternoon during its Annual Meeting in Orlando, TMC again turned its attention toward what could easily be the third pillar of its operation — safety. Particularly safety regarding battery electric vehicles.
February 28, 2023
TMC battery electric vehicle panel
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"The S13 Integrated Powertrain is the most advanced powertrain we've ever produced and the lightest vocational powertrain available on the market," says Mark Stasell, vice president, Vocational Truck Business.
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