DEKRA Services, an independent inspection company for condition reports, audits, and certifications, will be responsible for the management and consistent delivery of Arrow Truck Sales’ comprehensive truck and tractor condition reports.
Even with potential fuel economy gains, fleets have been slow to adopt the new FA-4 engine oils. Experts from ATA's Technology & Maintenance Council explore some of the reasons why fleets seem to be waiting.
Platform Science has begun providing its fleet customers with detailed vehicle fault code information powered by Noregon via its connected vehicle platform, according to the company.
Trucking maintenance experts examine the challenges and advantages of converting truck electrical systems to 48 volts from the current 12-volt standard.
The lineup includes seven-way cable assemblies, tractor-trailer jumper air lines, tender kits and an expansion of brake hose assemblies that include dual live swivel fitting configurations.
Prestolite Electric has expanded the Leece-Nevillev IdlePro alternator series to include new 600-amp output at 6,000 RPM IdlePro Extreme alternators, ideal for mining and heavy-duty applications that require extreme performance and reliability in challenging environments.
Tire balancing has changed over the years – both the techniques used and the reasons for doing it. If you're not balancing your tractor and trailer tire and wheel assemblies, you could be leaving money on the table.
Gunk Wipes are an industrial strength, no-rise solution for cleaning and degreasing engines and equipment.
The R1234yf/PAG A/C Dye UV Leak Detection Kit includes all necessary equipment to diagnose and repair leaks in A/C systems.
Diesel engine vehicles can be damaged by using low quality diesel exhaust fluid (DEF). Repairs can be very expensive with long downtime possible, and damage could void the manufacturer’s warranty.
The Triton-D8 from Snap-on is a diagnostic tool designed to suit the needs of professional repair technicians.
If a truck is running low-quality DEF, there are a number of issues that may occur, some of which could even void a vehicle’s warranty. This includes catalyst poisoning, deposits, and injector/filter clogging. Repairs can be very expensive and downtime may be extensive.
How a set of codes developed nearly 50 years ago will change the way you spec and maintain trucks.
Petro-Canada has launched an improved Duron Geo LD product line consisting of SAE 15W-40 and SAE 10W-30 grade lubricants.
There’s much to consider when buying friction material, so get all the data you can from a trusted supplier and be wary of the cheapest product on the market.
The Technology & Maintenance Council of the American Trucking Associations held its 2018 Annual Meeting in Atlanta, Georgia. HDT's editors were there and have these photo highlights.
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