Maintenance

Mack launches new comprehensive maintenance program for customers

The new Mack Premium Service Agreement covers a variety of maintenance and is available for Mack Anthem, Pinnacle, Granite, TerraPro and LR owners. Also: Latest Highway Angel helped woman who had medical emergency while driving; HHG fraud scheme.

September 16, 2021

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Holy moly: Proper grease compounds critical in lube application

Moly particles are solid additives that are normally larger than the fluid film developed by the base oil in a high-speed bearing. The higher the relative linear speed, the lower the viscosity required to provide an adequate lubrication film.

August 26, 2021

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Combating rustjacking is an industrywide effort

Rustjacking on brakes is dangerous and it can get a vehicle pulled out of service. Combating rustjacking is a team sport for owners, techs and brake vendors.

August 17, 2021

Equipment

Updated: Maintenance know-how to help stay ahead of inspectors

From tires and brakes to air and emissions systems, we've compiled the best truck maintenance tips to help keep your rig passing inspections and hauling strong.

February 14, 2020

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Brake adjustment a sneaky Top 5 truck out of service violation thanks to misdiagnosis and improper shop practices

Despite years of warnings, automatic slack adjusters continue to be manually adjusted by technicians who may not know any better or who may be eager to get a truck out of the shop.

November 26, 2020

Maintenance

FTC cracking down on 'right to repair' violations

The FTC will begin devoting more resources to combat unlawful repair restrictions from OEMs. Also: Custom-paint consults at Big Iron Classic; $100k donation to St. Christopher Fund; trucker recognized for help at accident scene; Columbus KW expands;

July 26, 2021

Equipment

Practicing the fine art of exorcising ‘aftertreatment demons’

If certain emissions system problems seem mysterious, that’s often no accident. Much of the discussion among panelists in an Overdrive webcast last week centered around misdiagnosis – by the truck owner as well as by some technicians.

May 24, 2021

Business

Weighing an engine rebuild vs. a truck trade

When you've got to choose between overhauling an engine or trading in an aging truck, there's a lot to consider. Here's how owner-ops Phil and Annett Albert made the decision.

April 2, 2021

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Equipment

3 ways to extend DPF life and keep filters running cleaner

Maintaining diesel particulate filters can be a tough and costly battle. Here are three ways to extend the life of your DPF and reduce downtime and costs associated with repairs and upkeep.

March 25, 2021

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Strong freight, rates environment expected to last through 2022

ATBS President Todd Amen dove into some owner-operator benchmarking numbers in a Partners in Business webinar Thursday. The strong trucking market should last longer than normal, he said, but be prepared for the downturn. Also: Latest on per diem changes.

Suprise Trucking's long road to resurrection

Early career missteps lead to current small-fleet success for Hallahan Transport

The 'truly astonishing' first-annual Mayberry Truck Show

Garmin Dezl™ OTR Series Truck Navigators – from 5.5” to the extra-large 10”

Minority-owned buiness' growing trucking influence

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