ASE: Preparing Techs for the Future
The COVID-19 pandemic impacted every aspect of life, and businesses had to pivot to adjust to the new reality. Even though trucking was considered an essential industry, there still were ramifications.
The COVID-19 pandemic impacted every aspect of life, and businesses had to pivot to adjust to the new reality. Even though trucking was considered an essential industry, there still were ramifications.
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 report will be based on the TMC’s vehicle maintenance reporting standards, and will track parts and labor expenditures and trends throughout North America.
Betts Co. has acquired Rite-Way Axles and Suspension, which offers driveline capabilities and will be an area of product expansion for Betts in Southern California.
Technicians can learn about installing and maintaining shock absorbers and earn prizes during Gabriel's virtual training event.
Lack of communication, improper diagnosis and parts availability were cited as one of the biggest causes of repair delays, according to panelists at an American Trucking Associations’ Technology & Maintenance Council meeting.
General Motors introduced the new ACDelco National Fleet Parts Program, designed to give qualified fleet owners access to resources and tools to simplify their service workflow.
Bosch added part cross-reference data for steering components, starters and alternators, diesel components, engine management and vehicle electronics and sensors into the FleetCross tool.
Alliance Parts announced new locations nationwide, in addition to new parts products for fleet customers.
Companies that provide parts and service share how they were able to continue serving the essential trucking industry during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Electrification was a key topic of discussion between Friedrich Baumann, president, sales marketing and aftersales at Navistar, and Al Dragone, CEO of FleetPride, during the recent Heavy Duty Aftermarket Dialogue.
As devastating as the Covid-19 pandemic has been, there have been beneficial changes made to fleet maintenance and parts procurement practices that will last long after the pandemic has ended.
Aftermarket parts suppliers are preparing for everything from tighter emissions controls to tougher safety standards — along with a “Buy American” mandate — under the new Biden administration.
ZF announced the availability of new aftermarket solutions for commercial vehicles during the Heavy Duty Aftermarket Week virtual conference, including collision mitigation retrofit kits, Cummins reman air compressors, and automatic slack adjusters.
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