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    Lucas Roberto

    Lucas Roberto is an Associate Editor for Fleet Maintenance magazine. He has written and produced multimedia content over the past few years and is a newcomer to the commercial vehicle industry. He holds a bachelor's in media production and a master's in communication from High Point University in North Carolina.

    Lucas Roberto | Fleet Maintenance
    To stay on top of tool calibration, there should be a designated person to keep shop tools in spec, and technicians should be sure to check their personal tools against another from time to time to make sure both are functioning properly.
    Tools

    Tool care and handling for maintenance experts

    Lucas Roberto
    Nov. 8, 2024
    Technicians can help keep their tools calibrated not just by checking them regularly, but by treating them well.
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    Hand tools can lose calibration due to several factors, from general wear to environmental conditions.
    Tools

    How to keep tools calibrated for success in the shop

    Lucas Roberto
    Nov. 7, 2024
    Certain tools require regular calibration to ensure that repairs and replacements remain accurate in measurement, performance, and reliability.
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    Equipment

    Truck or Treat: A look at some seriously sweet truck eye candy

    Lucas Roberto
    Oct. 31, 2024
    Give yourself a zero-sugar treat by perusing the newest and coolest trucks we've covered in 2025.
    Lucas Roberto | Fleet Maintenance
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    Blogs

    Hope after Helene: Trucking community comes together in North Carolina

    Lucas Roberto
    Oct. 11, 2024
    In the wake of Hurricane Helene, several companies in the trucking sector have stepped up to help those affected in the Carolinas. Volvo even filled two trailers up with supplies...
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    Employees & Training

    How to show appreciation to technicians

    Lucas Roberto
    Sept. 26, 2024
    An additional gesture here and there can go a long way towards letting technicians know that they are valued in the shop.
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    Employees & Training

    Winning personalities: Top techs share secrets to their success

    Lucas Roberto
    Sept. 12, 2024
    Recent winners of technician skills competitions at Cox Automotive and Ryder share the professional traits that make them the best of the best.