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Tips for Becoming an Owner-Operator and Being Your Own Boss

  • January 01, 2021
  • Truck,
Tips for Becoming an Owner-Operator and Being Your Own Boss

Let’s say you’ve decided to take the plunge, start your own business, and begin operating your own fleet of trucks. Such a move can have a big impact on your finances and independence in the future. That said, having a firm understanding of fleet management is key to actualizing your dream and succeeding in this


Commercial Vehicle Roadside Assistance Market Projected to Grow at a CAGR of 3.96% Through 2027

  • December 29, 2020
  • News,
Commercial Vehicle Roadside Assistance Market Projected to Grow at a CAGR of 3.96% Through 2027

Global Commercial Vehicle Roadside Assistance Market A new report titled Global Commercial Vehicle Roadside Assistance Market 2019 by Company, Regions, Type and Application, Forecast to 2024 provides insight into the commercial roadside assistance market. The aim of the report is to help key players strengthen their growth and position in the commercial truck roadside assistance


US Commercial Tire Market Report | Tremendous CAGR ‘Til 2025

  • December 23, 2020
  • Commercial Truck Tires,
US Commercial Tire Market Report | Tremendous CAGR ‘Til 2025

The market is expected to expand at an impressive A new report on the commercial tire industry shows that the market will see tremendous CAGR through 2025. The report includes expert opinions and assessments on the commercial tire market with regards to key drivers, effective strategies and factors that may hinder growth. The market is


3 Factors to Consider When Expanding Your Truck Fleet

  • December 21, 2020
  • Truck,
3 Factors to Consider When Expanding Your Truck Fleet

Every fleet owner reaches a point where they have to expand their fleet, whether it’s to meet increasing demand or plan for growth. Adding new trucks to your fleet is the only way to scale operations. However, there are several factors that need to be considered, from cost to commercial truck roadside assistance programs. 1.


Over 1,700 Scrap Tires Collected Across City-Wide Tire Disposal Days

  • December 17, 2020
  • Commercial Truck Tires,
Over 1,700 Scrap Tires Collected Across City-Wide Tire Disposal Days

Across the United States as of 2003, the EPA and Rubber Manufacturers Association reports that there are 290 million discarded tire in landfills, stockpiles and illegal dumping sites. While more than 80% of these tires are recycled, others remain scrap or go unused. Tires include standard automobile tires, semi truck tires, off the road tires


How Often Does Your Suspension System Require Routine Maintenance?

  • December 14, 2020
  • Truck,
How Often Does Your Suspension System Require Routine Maintenance?

Commercial trucks require routine mechanical maintenance to run smoothly and avoid breakdowns, including belt, hose, line and tire inspection, brake system checks, engine tune-ups, fluid changes and more. Class 8 vehicles.in particular,  require even more attention as heavy duty vehicles and the inherent safety risks should something fail. Routine suspension system maintenance is also required,


Planning the Path for a Fleet of Autonomous Vehicles

  • November 10, 2020
  • Truck,
driverless trucks

Autonomous Vehicles (AVs) are revolutionizing the entire transportation industry as we know it. They have implications for private car services, taxi services, home delivery services, as well as the public transport system on the whole, and we can’t help but take notice of the way they are altering the course of fleet management. These vehicles


Roadcheck inspection blitz rescheduled to Sept 9-11

  • November 03, 2020
  • News,
Roadcheck inspection blitz rescheduled to Sept 9-11

Roadchek inspection required At the height of COVID-19 and the limitations brought on by the pandemic, the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance postponed the annual International Roadcheck inspection. Limitations have since eased and the CVSA was rescheduled the annual inspection for September 9 to 11, 2020.  The event culminated without any problems. However, the CVSA has


Michelin unveils its most fuel-efficient trailer tire yet

  • October 27, 2020
  • News,
Michelin unveils its most fuel-efficient trailer tire yet

The fuel-efficient trailer tire is here As with most things, not all tires are created equal. While there are variants that provide a good bang for your buck, there are a few that may not be worth the upgrade.  As a fleet manager, we strive to keep you up to date on new tire offerings


Supporting the trucking sector on the road to recovery

  • October 20, 2020
  • News,
Supporting the trucking sector on the road to recovery

Supporting the trucking sector COVID-19 has wreaked havoc in most countries around the globe. At present, the pandemic has taken the lives of almost a million individuals. In the States, over 212,000 people have succumbed to the disease.  There is no denying the severity of the current health crisis.   However, more than the rising