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Longer warranty period for Eaton clutches
Eaton is increasing the standard manufacturer warranties for its Advantage and EverTough Series aftermarket clutches.
July 15, 2019
Overdrive Extra
Nearly six months without a paycheck: One lease operator’s story
Year 2018 was shaping up to be the best on record for a Midwest-based lease operator. He had just paid off his 2015 Pete. A breakdown, a cargo claim, an illness and little support from his carrier later, and “all I had left was my word.”
March 5, 2019
Business
KW, Pete expand used-powertrain warranty options
Kenworth and Peterbilt are expanded used-truck warranty options covering engine and aftertreatment-system components on some of the makes’ Paccar-powered Certified Pre-Owned trucks.
November 6, 2018
Equipment
How aftermarket truck warranties work
Unlike a manufacturer’s warranty, which must be purchased at the time the truck is bought, an aftermarket warranty can be added at any point. Click for more info on aftermarket warranties.
May 14, 2018
Business
New purchase: Independent jump-starts transition with 2018 Pete
Albuquerque, New Mexico-based owner-operator Salvador Solis bought his 15-liter Cummins-powered 2018 Peterbilt 389 just this year, and speaks to the attraction of a new vehicle for the peace of mind that comes with factory-extended warranties on offer from truck makers and their dealer partners.
April 11, 2018
Business
New purchase: Trucking under warranty until retirement
Jerry Boyd, leased to Bennett Motor Express, last month was on the verge of trading his 2016 ProStar for a new truck to close his trucking career under a five-year 500,000-mile warranty.
April 9, 2018
Business
Bill would expand California lemon law to cover commercial trucks
SB 713 would modify the current California lemon law to newly apply to trucks heavier than 10,000 lbs. and under the operation of a business, without size exclusions, up to 18 months from the date of delivery or 100,000 miles of operation, whichever comes first.
April 20, 2017
Business
Buyers’ market: Comparing lenders’ offers
When financing a truck purchase, if you’re going to veer from a trusted financing partner like a bank for a better deal, don’t neglect the fine print.
July 13, 2015
Business
Emissions system: Newer trucks’ potential handicap
Almost four in 10 owner-operators buying used trucks report emissions problems for 2010 and newer equipment, three in 10 for 2007-’09, as their biggest maintenance issue, underlining the importance of maintenance records in evaluating a purchase.
July 10, 2015
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