April 2022

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Employees & Training

Sweetening the deal for shop technicians

April 29, 2022
To attract more technicians to the trade, maintenance managers must sweeten life in the shop.
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Equipment

Cooperative procurement: strength in numbers

April 28, 2022
For government fleets, cooperative procurement of commercial vehicles and shop equipment can save valuable time and taxpayer money. Here's how it works.
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Data & Telematics

The future of telematics is now

April 27, 2022
Truck sensors and data platforms have advanced to the point where downtime can be shortened or altogether avoided.
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Shop Management

How to unlock more uptime with eDVIRs and CMMS

April 22, 2022
From electronic DVIRs to maintenance management platforms, fleets have plenty of digital tools to create proactive strategies to remedy downtime and driver dissatisfaction.
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Shop Management

Is our faith in algorithms misplaced?

April 20, 2022
AI has great benefits, but trusting machines and sensors could lead to bad decision making.

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Safety & Technology

How diagnostic tools cut confusion that ADAS adds

April 19, 2022
Technicians must overcome differences in ADAS technology with calibration tools and new industry standards.
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Equipment

Hose Connector, No. MH-10

March 25, 2022
Easily clicks onto the nipple of a valve
Next Gen Fixed Stinger Web
Trailers, Towing & Specialty

NextGen Fixed Stinger

March 25, 2022
Helps to stabilize trailers in high cross winds
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Powertrain

Cummins B6.7 Propane

March 25, 2022
6.7-liter displacement engine powered with propane Autogas
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Trailers, Towing & Specialty

Automated Reefer Door, No. MD2000

Senses the presence of workers and cargo passing through
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Panelists during Truckload 2022 discussed the realities of autonomous trucking. Pictured (Left to Right) are Wiley Deck, VP of government affairs and public policy, Plus.ai; Charlie Jatt, head of commercialization for trucking, Waymo; Dima Kislovskiy, VP of truck programs, Aurora; and session moderator Dave Williams, Senior VP, equipment and government relations, Knight-Swift Transportation.
Safety & Technology

Autonomous truck developers share benefits, challenges, and timeline

March 25, 2022
At Truckload 2022, leaders from Aurora, Waymo, and Plus discussed how AVs promise to provide safer roadways, business gains, and relief from the driver shortage, though they must...
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Equipment

Navigating equipment shortages: Fleet, dealer insights

March 22, 2022
Fleets and dealers are working out a number of measures to keep vehicles up and running and extend life cycles amid persistent supply constraints.
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Brakes, Tire & Wheel

Why you may want to repair wheel-end systems now

March 15, 2022
The CVSA announced that wheel-ends will be the focus of this year’s International Roadcheck inspections initiative. Fleets should be proactive to repair wheel end systems now ...
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Equipment

Aftermarket Showcase 2022: Parts and service

March 4, 2022
Market volatility certainly hasn't stopped aftermarket suppliers from innovating over the past year. This gallery highlights some of the aftermarket products that stood out over...
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While electric trucks and vans will have more in common with diesel- and gasoline-powered vehicles, they will have some new, and unique, service requirements that will dictate changes in shop layouts and standard equipment.
Battery & Electrical

The realities of BEV maintenance

March 3, 2022
Less maintenance overall will be an obvious benefit, but new zero emission technology comes with a steep learning curve and complex components.
Matco Pliers
Tools

3-pc Slip Joint Pliers Set, No. PL3S

Dec. 9, 2021
Set includes 7”, 10”, and 12” pliers
Hunter Smart Weight Elite
Shop Equipment

SmartWeight Elite Wheel Balancer

Automatically scans the entire inner rim
Anco Fleet
Safety & Technology

ANCO Fleet Blade

Nov. 10, 2021
For light- to medium-sized worksite vehicles
Fed Pro Refill
Shop Equipment

Tub O' Towels Heavy Duty Cleaning Wipes Refill Pack

Nov. 10, 2021
Solution soaked refill package for 90-count canister
Permatex 500 High Heat
Fluids & Chemicals

500° High Heat Epoxy

Nov. 10, 2021
Bonds metals, hard plastics, rubbers, and more
Ledlenser H15 R
Shop Equipment

H15R Core Headlamp

Oct. 22, 2021
Features a magnetic charging system
Topdon Phoenix Elite
Diagnostic & Repair

Phoenix Elite Diagnostic Scan Tool

Oct. 15, 2021
Comes with an updated wireless VCI
Graco Egp
Shop Equipment

EGP Electric Transfer and On-Demand Pumps

Oct. 12, 2021
Available in 115VAC or 12VDC models