When it comes to off-the-road (OTR) tires, fleet managers need to make sure they get the most out of their investment. That means implementing a maintenance plan to ensure earthmover tires stay in good working condition for the long-term. Get the most out of your OTR tires in 2020 by following the guidelines below. The …
[addtoany buttons="facebook,twitter,google_plus"]Taking proper care of your commercial trucks starts by understanding what components matter most for safe, reliable operation. Within the broad spectrum of commercial trucks lies a common thread of the most critical components essential for top performance. Fleet managers in all industries can rest assured that these seven key commercial truck components will always …
[addtoany buttons="facebook,twitter,google_plus"]Tire Traction & Fuel Efficiency: These two factors are often the top concern for fleet managers. Recent developments in tire manufacturing have led to a new generation of commercial tires capable of enhancing both traction and fuel efficiency. This helps fleet managers save money on operational costs while maintaining compliance with the guidelines set forth …
[addtoany buttons="facebook,twitter,google_plus"]For fleet managers, few things are more important than ensuring their commercial truck tires are safe and reliable. That’s why it’s crucial for fleets to understand the life cycle of their truck tires so they know when it’s time to replace them. There are many signs that fleet managers can watch out for that will …
[addtoany buttons="facebook,twitter,google_plus"]When it comes to protecting your commercial trucks, one area that fleet managers often overlook is corrosion prevention. Largely comprised of metallic materials, commercial trucks are extremely susceptible to corrosion cause by rain, snow, road chemicals and other wet-weather conditions. Implementing an effective corrosion prevention strategy is the only way to protect against unnecessary damage …
[addtoany buttons="facebook,twitter,google_plus"]In order to improve fleet performance and profitability, managers must carefully analyze essential data about each aspect of their fleet’s operations, from driver behavior, to semi-truck tire repair requests. A telematics system can automate this process; however, these systems can be quite costly — especially for smaller fleets. Instead, using a simple spreadsheet to capture …
[addtoany buttons="facebook,twitter,google_plus"]If you’re expanding your commercial fleet or are planning ahead for equipment replacement, you’ll likely need to Buying a Semi-Truck in the near future. While adding a semi-truck to your fleet’s family can be exciting, it’s important for fleet managers to understand what matters most when making such a purchase. By following the guidelines below, …
[addtoany buttons="facebook,twitter,google_plus"]Back when our truck tire retreading business was a simple 3,000-square-foot retread shop in rural Pennsylvania, retread tires weren’t exactly renowned for their safety and reliability. Antiquated retreading practices did little to factor out human error, often resulting in low-quality materials not suitable for widespread commercial use. However, recent advancements in truck tire retreading have …
[addtoany buttons="facebook,twitter,google_plus"]Keeping a truck running efficiently and safely is one of the most important things drivers and fleet owners conspire to do on a consistent basis. Maintaining the tread life of your tires requires a bit of effort – though it’s nothing that you can’t do on a routine basis to ensure safety. Here’s what to …
Driver safety is paramount in every situation. When a thunderstorm comes on suddenly while you’re on the road or your fleet is spread across the state delivering loads, it can be worrisome. High winds, pelting hail, and slippery road conditions put drivers at risk. Common during the spring and summer months, these storms aren’t always …