How Ratings Impact Everything from Trailer Lifespan to Commercial Tires Every trucking operator knows just how important it is to meet the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations, including requirements for Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). Too much weight could mean your trailer receives a ticket for creating an unsafe driving environment for other drivers on …
[addtoany buttons="facebook,twitter,google_plus"]Your Commercial Tire Service Wants You to Stay Healthy As your go-to resource for commercial tire service, STTC is always thinking of ways to better help our drivers. One of the most common, and most challenging aspects of driving a truck is maintaining your health while you do so. Let’s face it, long hours behind …
[addtoany buttons="facebook,twitter,google_plus"]A Quick Guide to the Tire Types Including Retread Tires Tires selection for any vehicle depends on the nature of the vehicle and the conditions it must operate in. Whether you own a fleet of box trucks for your commercial business, or an 18-wheeler, it’s critical to get tire selection just right. Let’s review some …
[addtoany buttons="facebook,twitter,google_plus"]Sometimes, Things Like Roadside Assistance Matters The trucking industry continues to struggle under the weight of too few drivers. One Statista report found that the industry needs 162,000 new drivers by 2030 to meet growing demand, noting that driver shortage is one of the largest problems in the industry. Considering this demand for qualified drivers, …
And the Myths Surrounding It Trucking fleets and commercial vehicle owners use retread tires on a consistent basis. Yet, there continues to be a lack of understanding of the industry and a few misconceptions to go along with it. There’s no doubt the biggest benefit is in saving money when purchased over a new …