Uptime’s a never-ending challenge for fleets, but there are tactics maintenance managers can use to reduce unscheduled downtime, according to a panel discussion at the American Trucking Associations’ Technology & Maintenance Council Annual Meeting in Atlanta on Feb. 25.
Upgrades to Eaton's IntelliConnect remote diagnostics system builds on the tool that monitors fault codes in near real time, prioritizes critical events, and provides action plans.
Four fleet executives shared their thoughts on managing the parts and service their trucks need, from vehicle lifecycle to PM strategies, during Heavy Duty Aftermarket Dialogue.
Fleets are being impacted by a variety of inflationary pressures ranging from higher acquisition prices due to the proliferation of onboard safety equipment, to increased material costs pushing up pricing on parts, upfits, and replacement tires.
There are three key reasons why the transition to synthetic oils is occurring. They are the proliferation of smaller displacement turbocharged engines, escalating CAFE fuel economy requirements, and government regulations to lower tailpipe emissions.
Not all diagnostic tools are created equal. Knowing their features as well as defining expectations will help fleets get the best tool for their needs.
Truck-Lite has integrated SKF’s Trax wheel-end monitor data into its Road Ready system using the company’s SmartBridge Integrator.
The IntelliTread drive-over system can quickly evaluate tread depth by simply driving a truck over the system to acquire tire tread readings in real-time.
Truck tires lead multiple lives. Here’s how to make sure you get the most out of them, no matter which stage of life they’re in.
There are dozens of ways to set a wheel-end on fire. Most of them are completely avoidable.