How to CSA-proof your rig

Mar 26, 2012

Overdrive Senior Editor Todd Dills says that “attitudes about maintenance are changing” due to the Compliance, Safety, Accountability program. In an article in Overdrive‘s March issue, Dills shows readers how to avoid time-consuming, costly inspections under CSA regulations. Owner-operators and carriers say that communicating about tires, brakes and lights when they need replacing has begun to make a positive difference.

To find more about how you can keep your truck equipped and get top maintenance ratings under CSA rules, read “CSA proof your rig” on Overdriveonline.com.

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