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Reducing Fleet Downtime with Advanced Diagnostics

This white paper examines how advanced commercial vehicle diagnostics can significantly reduce fleet downtime as heavy duty vehicles become more complex. It shows how Autel’s CV diagnostic tools enable in-house troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and faster repairs, helping fleets cut emissions-related downtime, reduce dealer dependence, and improve overall vehicle uptime and operating costs.

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ProductsMarch 19, 2014

FuelDefend Prevents Fuel Theft, DEF Contamination

TMC, NASHVILLE -- The company known for its diesel particulate filter theft prevention system, FuelDefend USA, now offers two products to protect onboard liquids.

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ArticlesMarch 18, 2014

Mobilizing Best Practices in Fleet Maintenance

Maintaining a mobile maintenance program adds another layer of complexity into the traditional maintenance program mix. It's hard for many fleets to scale their internal processes to ensure remote assets are being repaired and maintained via the same best practices that are afforded to their on-site vehicles.

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Articlesby Denise RondiniMarch 17, 2014

Avoid These Common Truck Fleet Maintenance Mistakes

Fleets try to do a good job of keeping their trucks in top operating condition, and most recognize that maintenance plays an important role in achieving that goal. Still, there are some things that get overlooked by even the most seasoned fleet manager.

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Photo Galleriesby StaffMarch 17, 2014

Highlights from TMC's 2014 Meeting

Check out this sampling of the sights from the 2014 annual meeting of the American Trucking Associations' Technology & Maintenance Council, held March 10-13 in Nashville, Tenn. Read more about the meeting and about TMC here.

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ArticlesMarch 14, 2014

Are Your Aftermarket Truck Parts the Real Deal?

Phony designer handbags…fake Rolex watches…buy these without realizing it and you’ll undoubtedly overpay for inferior products. Your wallet and your ego will both take a hit, but you’ll survive. But if you purchase fake aftermarket truck parts, the results can be disastrous.

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ProductsMarch 14, 2014

Global Sales Group Introduces EZ Oil Drain Valve

Global Sales Group introduces the new EZ Oil Drain Valve for trucks, buses, and industrial equipment. The valve simply replaces the standard drain plug on all engines for clean and easy oil changes. Just turn the lever to drain oil, and the lever locks closed to prevent accidental openings.

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Articlesby Deborah LockridgeMarch 13, 2014

The Lowdown on the New Low-Viscosity Oils

Exactly what is this "high-temp, high-shear" viscosity engine oil standard in the works for the next round of EPA emissions standards, and what are engine makers doing to make sure engines will still be well protected?

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ProductsMarch 13, 2014

TMT First Step Designed to Identify Undiagnosed Fault Codes

TMW Systems introduced TMT First Step, a diagnostic and intake system that helps fleets reduce their risk from undiagnosed vehicle fault codes in medium- and heavy-duty commercial trucks.

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Articlesby Jim ParkMarch 12, 2014

Top 3 Ways to Preserve Tire Life (And Value)

Still waiting for the million-mile tire? Don’t hold your breath, but we’ll probably see such a tire in our lifetime. For now, you’ll have to settle for half a million miles.

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NewsMarch 12, 2014

Michelin Launches Nationwide Truck Care Network

Michelin Americas Truck Tires announced Michelin Truck Care, a national network of mechanical service providers for trucks with dedicated fleet maintenance managers and technicians, along with standardized services that are audited by Michelin.

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