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CURRENT ISSUE
Fleet Equipment Issue: July 2010
Meeting demands
North American Truck executives talk about government mandates and the impact on future vehicles.
Changes in the cooling systems
Changing maintenance requirements and new design concepts are giving cooling systems some well-deserved attention.
Design it green
Designing a "green" shop saves green in many ways, and fleets are recognizing that big results can be seen with relatively little effort.
Solid savings
Equipment and maintenance programs are ensuring that Abilene Motor Express is cutting costs and remaining highly productive and efficient.
Spec'ing for operational advantages: hybrid trucks
Building a business case for alternative powertrains in on-highway Class 8 commercial vehicles is a complex task. Along with potential fuel sav
Preventive maintenance
It is perhaps a bad joke that I make whenever visiting a health care provider for a routine checkup. When we go through the inevitable questions about my current state of health, it always ends with: “Is anything different since the last time
Establishing the right PM
According to Freightliner SelecTrucks, every truck purchased or leased from a reputable dealer should come with maintenance manuals. These are a vital accessory and should be kept in a safe place and be readily available. They contain valuable inform
New options, new policy
As a former radio news commentator used to say, “Ladies and gentlemen, there’s new tonight”—a new policy statement from Washington as well as new SmartWay-verified fuel saving options available to you.
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Tire wear troubleshooting tips
Tire wear issues, especially accelerated wear, can be frustrating and expensive. An expanding variety of vocation-specific trucks, engine and other drivetrain component trends, as well as unique service conditions, can result in a mismatch of tire pe
A few facts, a lot of fiction: part 2
I know, I promised you nothing but facts this month, but you have to hear this one. The Missouri Department of Natural Resources issues a periodic update. The latest one contained some green grilling tips. Suggestions included using propane to start
Extensive offerings
For fleets that use light-duty work trucks—pickups and commercial vans in particular—General Motors continues to offer an array of alternative fuel-powered models. These vehicles are gaining in popularity in corporate and government operati
Top Green Shop candidates sought
The Citgo/Fleet Equipment Top Green Shop contest is in full swing. We’ve been receiving entries from fleets around the country who have detailed the steps they have taken to build a “green” shop. There is still time to send in yo
Reflective reefers
How to avoid the effects of the sun's heat on temperature-sensitive trailer loads.
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