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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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Newsby StaffDecember 26, 2019

Diesel Laptop Offers Free Beta Access to New Parts Finder App

Diesel Laptops is currently operating its Truck Parts Lookup platform as an “open beta," meaning it is free to use and evaluate.

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Articlesby Jim ParkDecember 26, 2019

Choose the Right Lift for your Fleet

Vehicle lifts come in a dizzying variety of configurations, usually targeted to certain intended applications. Deciding what you want to do with a lift is the first step in choosing the right machine for your shop.

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Articlesby Jim ParkDecember 23, 2019

Shop Lifts can Increase Productivity, Employee Satisfaction

Ask technicians whether they prefer working in a puddle under a truck on a creeper or out in broad daylight under a truck hoisted 70 inches in the air. Using vehicle lifts in the shop can increase productivity, but lifts can also be a great way to boost employee morale and retention.

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Newsby StaffDecember 20, 2019

Tips for Keeping Truck Brakes Tip-Top in Winter Weather

Winter is hard on vehicle systems. And wheel ends are no exception. Here are some tips to keep truck brakes in good working condition when cold, snow, and ice are the order of the day.

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NewsDecember 19, 2019

Rush Truck Centers Technician Rodeo Names First Female Grand Champion

Rebecca Chewning made history as the first woman to be named grand champion of Rush Enterprises Tech Skills Rodeo, thanks to her extensive parts knowledge.

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Articlesby Jim ParkDecember 17, 2019

Maintaining Trailer Electrical Systems

There's technology on the horizon that will improve trailer electrical system performance, but in the meantime, basic electrical maintenance, done right, will see you through.

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Newsby StaffDecember 16, 2019

Goodyear Acquires Midwest Tire Dealer

Goodyear is expanding its service footprint in the Midwest with the acquisition of the Raben Tire Company

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Newsby StaffDecember 16, 2019

Design Interactive Offers Collaborative Video Training for Technicians

With Design Interactive’s new RCVC training program, technicians are instantly connected to several information sources, including other technicians, managers and training personnel allowing access to procedures, as well as OEM and/or manufacturer's technical centers.

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Newsby StaffDecember 16, 2019

Rush Adds Service Package to New Truck Purchases

A new, comprehensive maintenance package will be standard with every new truck purchased from Rush Truck Centers, the national truck dealer announced.

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Articlesby StaffDecember 11, 2019

New Tire Management Systems Go Beyond Traditional TPMS, ATIS

The latest onboard tire-management systems go far beyond just monitoring and maintaining tire pressure on the road, using telematics, data analytics, and machine learning, as we saw in several announcements at the North American Commercial Vehicle Show.

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