How to Prepare for Roadcheck 2024
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- Oct 7, 2021
- 4 min
Managing the Rising Truck Maintenance Costs
One of the biggest issues the trucking industry is facing right now is some of the problems involving maintenance. Maintenance costs are...
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- Jun 17, 2021
- 5 min
How to Make Your Truck More Fuel Efficient
Even though semi-trucks aren’t known for their fuel efficiency, there are steps you can take to help improve how much fuel you’re using....
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- Sep 1, 2019
- 3 min
5 Tips to Prevent a Truck Breakdown
The truth is keeping your truck reliable also means keeping it affordable. Let’s start by putting that in real-world terms.
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- Jul 15, 2019
- 2 min
3 Reasons Why Fleet Maintenance Is Important
Whether you run a trucking company, a taxi company, or a car rental, you should not neglect proper fleet maintenance.
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- Mar 1, 2019
- 4 min
The Importance of the Pre-trip Truck Inspection
Every truck driver should know how to conduct a pre-trip truck inspection. However, many don’t take the time to go through this...
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- Mar 1, 2018
- 4 min
Preventative Maintenance as a Form of Asset Management
Preventive Maintenance done on a regular basis and performed properly puts the owner-operator in charge. It drives costs down while...
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- Nov 25, 2017
- 2 min
Eight Tips to Keep You Ahead of Winter Storms
Cold weather and lack of sun can be a dreary time for anyone, but as an owner-operator, the troubles that occur during this time of year...
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- Jul 11, 2015
- 3 min
Save Your Tires; Improve Your Fuel Mileage
Two of the biggest costs in the trucking industry are fuel and tires. They are some of the expenses that eat into your profits more than...
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- Jun 20, 2015
- 3 min
Tips for Passing Your Next DOT Roadside Truck Inspection
If you plan ahead and prepare, you’ll pass your roadside inspection with flying colors in no time!
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- Oct 1, 2014
- 2 min
Understanding Tire Rolling Resistance
Any wheeled vehicle that is coasting will slow down gradually due to rolling resistance. A steel-wheeled vehicle such as a locomotive...
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- Sep 11, 2014
- 2 min
TBN: Does Your Truck Need an Antacid?
Most of us decide to put things in our bodies that we probably shouldn’t. When you eat a big huge chili dog with extra onions, you may...
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- Aug 15, 2014
- 5 min
Maximize Efficiency for Bigger Savings
A well-paying load is important, but long-term profits are built by looking at all areas of your trucking business. Owner-operators can...
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- May 1, 2014
- 2 min
Boost Your Fuel Mileage
There will always be several factors you have minimal control over with your expenses, but fuel is one thing that you can control.
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- Jan 5, 2014
- 3 min
Winter Tire Tips
Preparing for winter starts with a maintenance policy Fleets and drivers should always have a well-written maintenance policy in place....
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- Dec 26, 2013
- 2 min
How Oil Analysis Pinpoints Engine Performance Issues
Oil is a vital component of your truck’s engine as it affects reliability, fuel consumption, efficiency, and your bottom line....
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- Dec 7, 2013
- 1 min
Spec a Truck For Fuel Efficiency
Fuel costs can cut too far into your operations. Lowering your total cost of ownership starts with reducing fuel costs, your number one...
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