Read Time: 3 Minutes | Proper grease application in heavy-duty vehicle components is an essential part of fleet maintenance. Trucks carry heavy loads at high speeds in a wide variety of environmental conditions. It’s important to use greases that can withstand the punishment of extreme temperatures, dust and grit. That said, there is no single grease that is right for every application. In choosing grease products, it is best to match grease characteristics with performance requirements.
Read moreRead Time: 2 Minutes | Over the past few decades, the Environmental Protection Agency has implemented emissions regulations for heavy-duty diesel engines. The EPA’s regulations apply to both on-highway and vocational trucks. These standards are positive and have lowered emissions. However, the engine aftertreatment systems (EATS) now mandatory in all new vehicles bring their own set of unique challenges. When it comes to overall efficiency and total cost of ownership, proper aftertreatment maintenance is crucial.
Read moreRead Time: 2 Minutes | It’s no secret to fleet owners and fleet maintenance managers that there are two types of truck repairs: quick… and not-so-quick. While fluid top-offs and brake repairs are routine jobs for most technicians, other jobs require more hours and specialized training, especially across multiple manufacturers. When weighing the costs of training and additional tools, it comes as no surprise that many fleet owners are outsourcing complex repair jobs. They’re relying on service centers with certified technicians on hand.
Read moreRead Time: 2 Minutes | For many truck drivers, the dream is to walk onto a lot full of semi-trucks for sale and drive off with their very own personal rig. No more working for other people! Being an independent owner-operator means a life of freedom – choosing your own jobs and driving wherever you like. Given the cost of semi-trucks, commercial truck purchase options can be limited. However, that doesn’t mean there’s no hope! There are several ways to improve chances of being approved for a new truck loan.
Read moreRead Time: 2 Minutes | There is more reason than ever to take a drive to Coopersburg & Liberty Kenworth, thanks to their new computerized three-axle alignment machine and specialization. With an unmatched range of Kenworth vehicles and trucks, Coopersburg & Liberty Kenworth has established itself as a leading name in the industry. It is also a magnet for customers in New York and beyond thanks to their extensive service options. The combination of a massive after-market parts store and huge service bays frequently bring customers from surrounding states.
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