Cold winter conditions can be hard on semi-trucks, leading to costly breakdowns and unexpected delays. For fleet managers and drivers, preventing winter downtime starts with preparation. Proactive fleet maintenance and regular inspections are essential to keeping...
What is a Wheel-off? The term “wheel-off” is literal: the wheel coming off a truck or trailer. More specifically, wheel-offs happen while the truck or trailer is in motion, making this a potentially dangerous and life-threatening highway situation. Fleet vehicle...
According to the American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI), truck operating costs have increased 6.6% since last year. A recent report, Analysis of the Operational Costs of Trucking, stated that the overall marginal cost of operating a fleet truck is about...
As we bid farewell to another year and welcome the new one, it is time for fleet managers to gear up for the tasks ahead! This time of year is an excellent time to reflect on your fleet maintenance strategies and set resolutions to enhance efficiency, reduce costs,...
Whether you manage a fleet or operate a single semi-truck, maintaining your commercial truck tires will help you avoid problems on the road, improve fuel efficiency and save money. Having quality tires is only half the battle. Regular maintenance is critical if you...
Keeping your fleet in top condition requires a solid semi-truck maintenance plan. However, a plan is just one piece of the puzzle. Having a detailed budget is just as important. Your operations budget can quickly go off the rails without properly managing your...