John BaxterBusinessNew oil on the blockWhen you check the level in your crankcase, you’ll find the level higher if using CJ-4. That means money saved on make-up oil. …November 8, 2006BusinessThree-part harmonyThe test stand drives the alternator with its own motor. The technician can easily vary the rpm to see how the alternator reacts to spee…October 1, 2006BusinessWinter whoas?Preparation ensures cold weather starting and running. Many truckers idle to prevent starting problems on cold mornin…August 31, 2006BusinessOne more roundRetreads give worn-out tires a new lease on life – and save you money. After fuel, tires are an owner-operator’s hig…August 1, 2006BusinessFeel the burnDiesel particulate filters will incinerate most soot but still need occasional maintenance to clear ash. Next year, t…July 2, 2006BusinessRadiator TLCCooling efficiency will drop fast when corrosion blocks a radiator’s tubes. With aerodynamic styling and hotter-runn…May 31, 2006BusinessAn extra edgeFuel additives may solve the problems of new ultra-low-sulfur fuel. Diesel fuel bought at a quality outlet meets st…April 1, 2006BusinessCheck your 'statsReplacing a bad thermostat can save fuel, increase oil life and make your cab warmer. Early engine builders discovere…March 7, 2006BusinessBig soundAir horns are crowd pleasers and easy to install. One of the sights that makes a trucker smile on the road is a you…February 1, 2006BusinessYour U-joint and youTechnician Ernie Fry at Associated Truck Parts in Gilbertsville, Pa., uses a special tool to press out the u-joint cross, so the parts w…January 3, 2006Previous PagePage 13 of 21Next PageTop StoriesRegulationsCalifornia’s ‘smog check’ for out-of-state trucks: EPA proposes to disapproveEPA's proposal would keep the Clean Truck Check regulation in place for heavy-duty vehicles registered in California, but would disapprove the reg's out-of-state and out-of-country applicability.CSA's Data TrailToughest 10 states for brake violations as inspection blitz kicks offRegulationsState Department pauses truck driving visas: Who is and isn't impactedBusinessHigh-dollar freight means high cost consideration: Heavy and oversize haulingFeatured SponsorJBL Live Beam 3 - True wireless noise-cancelling earbuds with stick-closed design and Smart Charging Case™
