Road salts damage steel and aluminum wheels, and there are proper ways to maintain and repair them.
The recall, tied to corrosion affecting an electrical connector, covers nearly 24,000 vehicles in the 2015 and 2016 model years.
Valvoline has introduced a new heavy-duty grease called Valvoline Cobalt Grease, designed to maintain protection in difficult environments.
At the recent meeting of the ATA's Technology & Maintenance Council, fleet members talked about road salt-induced corrosion and how to combat it.
After the upper coupler assembly is hot-dip zinc coated to protect against corrosion, the machined kingpin is secured in it.
Meritor has launched the PlatinumShield III coating for aftermarket customers purchasing new and remanufactured Meritor brake shoes.
At HDAW, component supplier Accuride launched its EverSteel wheel technology, designed to prevent corrosion in steel wheels, as well as two new lightweight aluminum wheels.
Landing gear can make a driver’s job that much easier at the beginning and end of a haul, depending on how well the components are protected and how well they work together.
The Colorado Department of Transportation is adding a bio-based corrosion inhibitor to the salt brines used for de-icing to reduce the potential damage to vehicles and roads this winter.
The Crysteel Manufacturing S-Tipper dump body is designed for contractors that need corrosion protection from harsh environments and corrosive materials.
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