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Cummins says agnostic engines will increase sales opportunities, reduce maintenance complexity

As Cummins readies its new technology for its North American introduction, the engine maker also is investing resources to convey the advantages of its agnostic engines to OEMs and fleets who will buy them.

July 7, 2022

Cummins' sign in the air

Advantage Truck Group hosts SkillsUSA Diesel Equipment Technology State Championships

Advantage Truck Group is hosting the Diesel Equipment Technology competition for the 2022 SkillsUSA Massachusetts and SkillsUSA Vermont State Championships.

April 28, 2022

Tech student competing in skills championship

Bendix shows how education, maintenance maximize trailer stability system performance

No truck owner ever wants to deal with a rollover. They’re dangerous, expensive and can damage a carrier's reputation. But with driver and technician education and smart maintenance of trailer stability systems, rollover risks can be dramatically reduced.

March 22, 2022

Bendix trailer stability systems test

Tire anomaly technology is more than a compliance and maintenance tool. It’s also a safety tool.

IRD has experienced an "explosion of interest" with it's tire anomaly and classification system because of its accuracy in catching tire abnormalities.

February 13, 2022

Troubleshooting aftertreatment woes starts early

Fleets that count on a dash light or wait for a failure to occur to work on the system are setting themselves up for an expensive repair.

November 26, 2021

truck blowing exhaust

Selling customers on preventive maintenance programs

With fleet utilization rates hovering at 99 percent, fleets lack excess equipment to replace assets when they require repairs. For service providers, this offers an opportunity to sell preventive maintenance programs designed to greatly reduce downtime.

October 7, 2021

Technician under the hood

Bendix Tech Tips touches on winterizing wheel-end, air systems, electronics and controls

With harsh weather looming, the month recent installment of the Bendix Tech Tips Series serves up 12 pieces of advice for wheel-ends, air systems, and electronics to help keep vehicles in good operating condition.

October 5, 2021

Truck wheel-end

TMC adds licensees for Vehicle Maintenance Reporting Standards

The ATA's Technology and Maintenance Council (TMC) announced Tuesday it has added to the number of industry licensees for the latest version of Vehicle Maintenance Reporting Standards. The announcement was made at TMC's Fall Meeting in Cleveland.

September 14, 2021

Mack introduces comprehensive maintenance package

Mack Trucks introduces Premium Service Agreement, a new comprehensive maintenance program designed to simplify maintenance management and increase uptime.

September 14, 2021

Goodyear introduces automatic tire maintenance tracking program for fleets

Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company will soon offer customized leasing options for GoodyearCheckPoint, a drive-over-reader device that automatically inspects tire pressure and tread depth and sends actionable insights to fleet managers.

September 14, 2021

Goodyear checkpoint

Truck, trailer shortages fuel need for predictive maintenance

Holding on to used equipment longer raises the risk of unplanned maintenance events. Predictive maintenance can help.

September 3, 2021

trucking technician

Holy moly: Proper grease compounds critical in lube application

Moly particles are solid additives that are normally larger than the fluid film developed by the base oil in a high-speed bearing. The higher the relative linear speed, the lower the viscosity required to provide an adequate lubrication film.

August 26, 2021

greasing a bearing

Disc brakes as a driver retention tool

Can having better brakes retain and recruit more drivers? Experts say the confidence and comfort that air disc brakes inspire can win over more drivers.

August 11, 2021

air disc brake technician

Phillips Connect chooses Velociti to assist in post-sales support

The new partnership also will seamlessly integrate Phillips Connect asset health monitoring with Velociti’s VeloCare.

July 27, 2021

Velociti install of Phillips Connect technologies

Carrier expands its BluEdge service progam

Carrier Transicold announced Tuesday its BluEdge service platform, first launched for truck trailer customers in North America last year, is now available in Europe and Australia.

June 22, 2021

Proactive service can extend disc brake, rotor life

Taking care of ADBs to ensure they reach their full potential is a pretty straightforward matter of knowing some basic facts, paying attention to your brakes, and making good choices when it comes to replacement parts.

June 21, 2021

Bendix technician working on air disc brakes

Bendix offers maintenance tips for International Roadcheck

All violations found during the inspection event in 2020, close to 40 percent were tied to the vehicle’s brake system and/or brake adjustment. Other top violations included issues related to tires, lights and cargo securement.

April 26, 2021

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Volvo adding electric truck training center in California

Volvo Trucks North America will open a 9,600 sq.-ft. customer training center on June 1 to support Volvo and Mack's new battery electric tractors in the Class 8 market.

April 20, 2021

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GenNext has opened nomination period for its 4 Under 40 Awards

Sponsored by TPS, the GenNext 4 Under 40 award program recognizes younger industry professionals for their outstanding commitment to the heavy-duty independent aftermarket. All industry professionals under 40 are eligible for the award.

Weldon Parts wins 2022 TPS Distributor of the Year

Weldon Parts earns 2022 Distributor of the Year Award

2023 HD Aftermarket Dialogue Government Affairs session

Washington gridlock could lead to more executive decision-making

HDAW makes space for women in heavy-duty aftermarket

Group of trucks prepared for sale with Ritchie Bros.

Finding the right auction type to move your used inventory

Learn how to move your used trucks faster

With unsold used inventory depreciating at a rate of more than 2% monthly, efficient inventory turnover is a must for dealers. Download this eBook to access proven strategies for selling used trucks faster.

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