Quiz: How Prepared Are You for Brake Safety Week?
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Quiz: How Prepared Are You for Brake Safety Week?

Brake Safety Week is just around the corner - August 21 - 27, 2022. Take this 10-question quiz on brakes and brake systems to find out how prepared you are, and then read on for additional information about Brake Safety Week!

As a reminder, all brake adjustments should be performed only by a certified technician.

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What to Do if Your Truck Breaks Down on the Road 
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What to Do if Your Truck Breaks Down on the Road 

Breaking down on the road can be hazardous, costly and time-consuming. Here are some things you can do to minimize your chances of having a breakdown, as well as how to handle it if you do breakdown, including staying safe and finding service.

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Helpful Tips and Resources to Prepare for Trailer Safety Week
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Helpful Tips and Resources to Prepare for Trailer Safety Week

Trailer Safety Week (June 5-11, 2022) is an annual nationwide awareness campaign aiming to improve the safety of our roadways. It’s an opportunity to ensure you’re complying with all industry standards, feel confident about your equipment, improve your carrier's CSA scores, AND take home some extra well-deserved cash through a clean inspection bonus!

Brush up on what to expect and how to prepare with these helpful tips and resources.

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Everything You Need to Know About Common-Rail Injection
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Everything You Need to Know About Common-Rail Injection

There are significant advantages of running newer engines when it comes to fuel economy. However, if you have older technology, this article articulates the best practices of maintaining these systems. As author John Baxter says, after all, such knowledge does seem to make sitting at the coffee counter in a truck stop and conversing with other drivers more fun :)

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The Critical Role of Fuel Cetane in Diesel Engines
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The Critical Role of Fuel Cetane in Diesel Engines

Not all engines that burn fuel from crude oil operate similarly. This article focuses on the important role that fuel cetane plays in diesel engines, easing ignition in the cold and ultimately, helping to save your starter and battery and delay your DPF service time.

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Spec Your Truck, Truck Your Spec
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Spec Your Truck, Truck Your Spec

Ensuring that the equipment you drive is in the best possible condition is critical in order to preserve its quality for as long as possible and bring in extra income through fuel economy. This article explains how to spec your truck properly from the get-go, and then drive it the way you spec’d it. 

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Best Practices for Shifting a Manual Heavy Truck Transmission
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Best Practices for Shifting a Manual Heavy Truck Transmission

Knowing the fine points on heavy truck transmissions can help you maximize the life of your equipment and minimize repairs. Shifting especially takes some skill, and when you miss a shift, the transmission grinds. In this article, we explain a brief history of transmissions, why they’re designed like they are, and best practices for shifting in order to get the most out of your investment.

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Fuel Economy: Part 3 - Investing in New Equipment
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Fuel Economy: Part 3 - Investing in New Equipment

While it may sound costly, purchasing newer equipment brings many fuel economy benefits and may save you money in the long run. Tractors and their powertrain components are continuously improving, not only for competitive reasons, but because of stringent greenhouse gas emission limits, which translates directly into fuel savings.

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Fuel Economy: Part 2 - Maintaining Existing Equipment
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Fuel Economy: Part 2 - Maintaining Existing Equipment

After what you are paying yourself, fuel cost is likely your biggest monthly expense. And, while there are always limits, it’s surprising what can be done to shave that cost down. Here are 6 things you can do without much capital investment.

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Fuel Economy: Part 1 - The Driver Makes All the Difference
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Fuel Economy: Part 1 - The Driver Makes All the Difference

Fuel economy varies dramatically depending on factors such as your truck’s make and model, trailer’s weight, driving route, and more. Find out how you - as the driver - can most effectively bump up your fuel efficiency and help you save on costs.

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How To Buy a Used Semi-Truck
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How To Buy a Used Semi-Truck

Purchasing a used semi-truck can be risky, but a good deal can be had if you do your research. Here are some tips on how to buy a reliable used rig that can still serve you well.

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Buying a New vs Used Semi-Truck
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Buying a New vs Used Semi-Truck

Jasen B bought both new and used trucks, and if money were no object, he'd hands-down recommend buying a new truck. But, a used truck was how he got his start as an owner-op and how he was later able to buy a new truck.

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