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ArticlesJuly 1, 2015

Maintaining S-Cam Foundation Brakes

S-cam drum brakes are a familiar sight to every wheel-end technician in the North American trucking industry. These preventive maintenance guidelines can elevate the effectiveness of regular brake jobs.

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Videosby StaffFebruary 18, 2015

Video: Tips On Operating a CNG Vehicle

Compressed natural gas trucks may look the same on the outside but they require some very specific procedures to safely refuel and maintain. In this video Penske Truck Leasing demonstrates general guidelines for the company's CNG Freightliner trucks.   

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Newsby Denise RondiniJanuary 28, 2015

Service is Key to Parts Industry, says MacKay President

Saying that service is the key to the parts industry, Stu MacKay, president of MacKay & Co. focused on how changing service patterns are affecting the truck parts aftermarket.

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ProductsJanuary 27, 2015

PriorityStart HD Prevents Dead Batteries

The PriorityStart HD is an automatic battery protection system that disconnects a battery at a certain point to prevent a battery from going dead.

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Articlesby Denise RondiniJanuary 26, 2015

9 Tips for Better Trailer Maintenance

Don’t treat your trailers as an afterthought. Give them the attention they deserve by inspecting and maintaining them on a regular basis.

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NewsJanuary 22, 2015

Ryder Converts Bulk Oil Program to High Efficiency Oil

Ryder is now using 10W-30 grade oil to service all Ryder lease, rental and maintenance customer vehicle as part of the company’s preventive maintenance program.

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ArticlesDecember 29, 2014

Winter Truck Maintenance Tips

Make sure your vehicle is properly serviced and maintained before the winter season begins to keep your fleet up and running.

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NewsJune 9, 2014

Goodyear Expanding Services in Greensboro, N.C

“North Carolina is home to many commercial trucking fleets, and Greensboro is a very important market for Goodyear,” said Phillip Kane, vice president, Goodyear Commercial Tire Systems.

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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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ArticlesFebruary 3, 2014

Seasonal Preventive Maintenance for Fifth Wheels

Routine periodic maintenance and lubrication are a necessary part of your fifth wheel’s service life.

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