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Live Q&A on diesel emissions maintenance with Gary Buchs, Bruce Mallinson, Jeff Gray
Overdrive hosted this live panel discussion aimed at offering ways to combat owner-operators' maintenance issues related to the emissions control systems in post-2007 and '-10 emissions-spec heavy-duty diesels.
May 11, 2021
Overdrive Extra
Dealing with diesel aftertreatment demons
Letâs talk about emissions maintenance â the demons howl at you in the form of warning lights on the dash or, worse, a repair bill you werenât expecting well into the four figures and, sometimes, five figures. Here's how to tame them.
March 1, 2021
Equipment
Do thorough winter prep and avoid downtime
The stresses on your truck from operating in severe winter weather could lead to downtime if you donât take time to prepare. Hereâs how.
November 16, 2020
Equipment
Automatic slack adjusters called âautomaticâ for a reason
Manually adjusting automatic slack adjusters can lead to additional brake system problems as well as safety-related issues, such as crashes. Get the skinny on drum brake-maintenance issues ahead of Roadcheck May 4-6 here.
October 13, 2020
Regulations
Latest updates for a longtime brakes-maintenance resource: The Air Brake Book
Check out the latest updates to The Air Brake Book, including new air disc brake market penetration information and new brake technology. Details here.
August 21, 2020
Equipment
How to keep automatic slack adjusters in their groove
Are you ready for Brake Safety Week? With the nationwide inspection event â August 23-29 â kicking off in a week, a series of brake-maintenance-related stories to assist in your preps for the event. Here, a refresh on automatic slack adjuster maintenance.
August 17, 2020
Small Fleet Champ
Sons build on fatherâs diverse legacy in growing owner-operator fleet
This Small Fleet Champ semifinalist specializes in hauling heavy equipment for 200-400 customers per year. Learn more about how it got its start on Overdrive.
July 24, 2020
Partners in Business
Partners in Business tip: Log maintenance records
Only with complete records can you track the work done on your truck and, when necessary, prove that required maintenance has been done.
June 25, 2020
Equipment
Coolant hoses improved, but old wear sources persist
Though new compounds for coolant hoses increase the life of the hose, friction, pressure and heat can still cause the hose to wear. Learn more on Overdrive.
May 5, 2020
Maintenance
Updated: Maintenance know-how to help stay ahead of inspectors
From tires and brakes to air and emissions systems, we've compiled this comprehensive collection of truck maintenance coverage in Overdrive to help keep your rig passing inspections and hauling strong.
February 14, 2020
Overdrive Extra
Capture 2020 vision with proactive attention to repair, operating and finance costs
âSuccessful owners throughout this past difficult year have an established business plan and operating procedures that enable them to be proactive with decision-making.â Also: How one got out from under a budensome lease payment to take title to the truck and reduce fixed financing costs in the bargain.
January 7, 2020
Business
News roundup, Dec. 2: CVSA issues update on final e-log deadline, used-truck market turning to buyersâ favor
CVSAâs reminder: No âsoft enforcementâ period or delay in the offing for the Dec. 17 ELD mandate deadline date. Amid growing buyersâ market for used trucks, a particular source for full maintenance records. Waste collection company seeks expansion of short-haul logging exemption.
December 2, 2019
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