Report: Truckload, LTL Carriers Reduce Roadside Repair Frequency
In fourth quarter 2020, truckload carriers logged 14% more miles between breakdowns compared with Q3, according to TMC/FleetNet America’s latest Vertical Benchmarking Program data.
In fourth quarter 2020, truckload carriers logged 14% more miles between breakdowns compared with Q3, according to TMC/FleetNet America’s latest Vertical Benchmarking Program data.
TMC’s new mobile app, based on the council’s technician skills competition, allows players to diagnose and repair virtual trucks.
Fleets struggling with a scarcity of parts needed for routine maintenance and repairs are also having to wait on new truck deliveries while partially completed trucks jam OEM parking lots.
The Diesel Decoder plugs into the truck's diagnostics port and transmits detailed information to the user's smartphone.
The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance's Roadcheck inspection blitz is a great reason to get up close and personal with your lighting system.
Learn what to expect from the upcoming 2021 International Roadcheck blitz that focuses on lighting and how to ensure that your trucks pass inspection in this Short Hauls video interview.
Approximately 56,564 model-year 2019-2020 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles are being recalled because the retaining washer and bolt that connect the brake pedal to the bearing block, may come loose and detach.
TravelCenters of America announced plans to add over 50 new vehicles this year to provide maintenance and repair to commercial truck drivers.
Artificial intelligence and machine learning allow for diagnostics and analytics beyond mere maintenance.
Truck fleet drivers have a significant impact on a fleet’s maintenance costs. Ensure drivers are involved in truck maintenance and spell out fleet policies.
Phillips Connect will be using new tire pressure sensors that are more efficient, give quick feedback of data, reduce cost and complexity, and do not have to be removed to add air to the tire.
Technicians can learn about installing and maintaining shock absorbers and earn prizes during Gabriel's virtual training event.
Trucking SE launched a website which matches Class 6, 7 and 8 truck operators to the nearest and most appropriate repair shop on the road.
Technical complexities, combined with the cost of acquiring tooling and a shortage of technicians, are driving more fleets to look outside their own shops to maximize uptime.
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