Preparing for Summer: 5 Items to Include on Your Semi-Truck Checklist

Keeping an eye on your tire pressure is just one step in preparing for summer with your semi-truck.

Prepping your semi-truck for winter is a regular autumn task. You would never want to be caught out on the road in sub-zero temperatures just because you forgot to check fluid levels or because your engine wasn’t lubricated well enough for cold temperatures. In contrast, prepping for summer often gets overlooked. But, it’s just as […]

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Truck Lift Repair and Servicing

High quality truck lifts and shop equipment not only last longer but are also easier to repair.

Many factors play into a truck maintenance shop’s ability to maintain productivity. A standardized reporting system cuts down on note taking. Shop organization can create a smoother workflow. Regular recruitment of technicians and collaboration with technician training schools can help you combat technician shortages and ensure you’re fully staffed. And truck maintenance equipment quality and […]

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The Difference Innovative Shop Equipment Makes in Productivity

Gray Manufacturing's wireless portable lift system minimizes physical strain for technicians with touch screen control.

Productivity is crucial to the big rig shop’s bottom line and its ability to keep trucks moving over the road. Reliable shop equipment is a critical element for maintaining high levels of productivity. Technicians can’t maintain a seamless workflow if truck lifts and other maintenance equipment wears out or fails during use, creating an unsafe […]

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6 Signs It’s Time for Truck Maintenance

Signs like grinding noises, differences in fuel usage and burning smells can indicate truck maintenance is due.

When you’re under pressure to deliver on schedule, it can be easy to put off preventative truck maintenance. But if you’re wanting to get more miles out of your vehicles, you should learn to recognize a few signs that it’s time. Strange Noises: A tractor-trailer isn’t known for peaceful tranquility, but there’s a difference between […]

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4 Rules of Winter Care for Your Diesel Engine

Your diesel engine requires awareness of the cloud point and cetane number to avoid engine issues.

4 Rules of Winter Care for Your Diesel Engine Cold weather has set in, and you may be wondering what steps you should take to ensure your winter care for your diesel engine is adequate. For instance, do you let your engine warm up before starting your driving for the day? The simple answer is, […]

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