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Business
Engine Spotlight
Volvo’s premiere owner-operator engine has a smooth operation that belies its muscle.
November 30, 2010
Tom Meunier hauls expensive cars with this and another Volvo VNL, both powered by D16s, which get as high as 7 mpg.
Business
Win the warranty game
There’s no shortage of reasons for invalidating a warranty. Trump them all with proper PM and get your claim honored.
November 2, 2010
Changing fuel filters in a timely manner and using only those that meet factory specs is increasingly critical in preventing injector failure. When caused by dirty fuel, the failure would not be repaired under warranty.
Pride & Polish
Truck Gallery
A 1995 Peterbilt 379, a 2006 Peterbilit 379, a 2006 Kenworth W900 and a 2002 Peterbilt 379 are featured.
November 2, 2010
Old School
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Trucker of the Month
Ex-racer Mike Davis employs maintenance skills, financial prowess and good discipline to build a long, safe career.
November 2, 2010
Mike Davis gives his work and his 2003 Kenworth T600 a high level of care.
Business
Time for an overhaul
Oil analysis and other information can help you determine if an engine’s ripe for rebuilding. The same diagnoses might postpone an overhaul or eliminate engine failure.
November 2, 2010
Depending on what your shop finds, replacement of selective worn parts might be a better option than an engine overhaul costing $20,000 or more.
Business
Through thick and thin
Specialists weigh in on cold starts, wear protection and other oil viscosity matters.
November 2, 2010
Lighter oils help extend longevity of engine parts.
Voices
SpeakOut
Truckers weigh in on stress and respect, spot inspections, intermodal euipment providers and selling alcoholic beverages at truck stops.
November 1, 2010
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Business
Pulse
The timing of any major year-end expenditure should be viewed in light of taxes.
November 1, 2010
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Business
Pride of Charlotte
The crowd at the first Charlotte Diesel Super Show was eager to see the parade of trucks entered in Pride & Polish and the less competitive Wash-and-Show.
November 1, 2010
L. Brent Greer of Ontario, Canada, won Best of Show Bobtail with his 1996 Peterbilt 379. Best of Show Limited Mileage Bobtail went to Travis Lyon, of Kingsport, Tenn., who showed his 1987 Kenworth K100E, Motormaster.
Business
MarketPlace
A tire traction system, a trucker-specific GPS navigation unit, a handheld computer and an in-cab scale display are among the products featured.
November 1, 2010
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Modern vehicle dashboard with touchscreen infotainment system displaying app icons and controls
Equipment
Paccar's new in-dash digital infotainment system for KWs, Petes
Paccar Connect will be available in new Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks in early 2027. Also: Missouri raising some rural interstate speed limits; Volvo, Mack launch enhanced service contracts.
Red Peterbilt semi-truck with custom black enclosed trailer parked in lot
Reader Rigs
Third-gen trucker carries tradition in sharp 2022 Peterbilt 389
Green and cream Peterbilt semi-truck with dual exhaust stacks displayed at outdoor truck show
Pride & Polish
This look like a cabover? 1969 Pete 358 came stamped as a 352
Stacked bar chart showing green net and gold state tax components across US states, with title 'Green is net. Gold is state tax. Together they are the pump price.'
Partners in Business
Diesel rising again: New tools for MPG-investment ROI, IFTA tracking, reporting
Cutaway illustration of diesel engines showing internal components and turbocharger assembly
Equipment
Class-action suit proceeding against Paccar over MX-13 issues