Read Time: 3 Minutes | For bulk haulers, truck tare weight is a crucial factor in the payload formula. In fact, many drivers are willing to sacrifice quite a bit of truck if it amounts to more payload. A number of questions arise: How do you spec a Kenworth truck for maximum payload? Will truck dependability and driver comfort be compromised? What is the best truck for bulk haulers? Who makes the lightest engine? What are the standard Kenworth tare weights?
Read moreRead Time: 2 Minutes | One year after the ELD Mandate, drivers are still trying to “navigate” through ELD choices. Consider a road log with a reputation for being simple, secure, and affordable. The VDO RoadLog meets all of those demands. In fact, there are no VDO RoadLog fees for one-time installations!
Read moreRead Time: 2 Minutes | With the recent promotion of the highly anticipated Kenworth W990, it’s easy to overlook some of the other options. In order to help with your truck purchase decision-making process, we thought we’d take a moment to shine some new light on one of our favorite top-sellers: the T800.
Read moreRead Time: 3 Minutes | From our customers to our Service Team, ask anyone to pick a truck that they would deem “iconic”, and you’ll get one answer: “The W900.” Its legendary profile, on-screen cameos, and 50+ years of production have earned the W900 a reputation of being a truck that stands the test of time. Hats off to Kenworth.
Read moreRead Time: 2 Minutes | When you’re looking at buying a used semi-truck as an owner-operator, performing the right pre-purchase inspections is crucial. The first thing you should do is check the True Blue Book to determine that the model you plan on purchasing is priced properly. Afterward, it’s time to conduct inspections or – if you’re not comfortable doing so – schedule an expert to do so.
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