When discussing tire wear and performance, it is important to consider both the tire and suspension manufacturers. For trailer suspensions, one of the primary design goals is to ensure the axle presents the tires to the road surface in a way that minimizes resistance to forward travel...
Some compare the current explosion in telematics to the dot-com boom of the late 1990s, which was characterized by advancements in connectivity, widespread adoption of the Internet, and subsequently, an explosion of growth in internet-based companies...
Our research indicates that fleets would find value in monitoring trailer components...
Of course, as fleets begin to use telematics to move from traditionally reactive to more proactive maintenance strategies, it is important to emphasize that preventative maintenance and predictive maintenance are not the same...
On an air suspension, the hydraulic shock absorber plays a crucial role in suspension damping, but it is also likely requiring replacement or service during the life of a trailer...
For trailer suspensions, the first consideration should be the vehicle type and how it will be used...
An air suspension provides improved ride quality by isolating the truck and trailer from road inputs...
As more equipment is added to the truck or trailer to meet new regulations, the overall vehicle weight continues to be a prominent factor...