Equipment Shops see rising demand for repairs amid supply chain challenges October 14, 2022 When John DeGueldre began his career as a trailer mechanic in 1994, fleets would typically write off equipment whenever collision-related repairs were expected to last longer than 160 hours. “Now…
Business Management How to extend trailer life October 11, 2022 Trailers are suddenly getting a newfound appreciation in the trucking industry, thanks to long lead times at factories, the increased adoption of drop-and-hook freight, and higher – much higher –…
Equipment Containing risks while working on tanker trailers October 27, 2021 Working in, on, and around tanker trailers can be intimidating. Their slick, rounded surfaces make working atop such trailers dangerous, especially at roadside or in the elements. The chemicals such…
Equipment Medium-duty provides fertile ground for proving up electrification April 30, 2021 When Purolator put out a Request for Proposals in search of its first fully-electric truck, one of the key elements it was looking for was support. Of course, there were…
Business Management Triage programs, organized tasks keep trucks rolling through the bays February 3, 2021 Time is money in every shop, and that means taking every possible step to enhance efficiencies. Understanding the repairs to be completed, and even having the right tools on hand,…
Business Management Revisiting the spring vs air ride trailer suspension debate October 23, 2020 The debate over spring vs air ride trailer suspensions is far from over, even if air ride has emerged as the decisive winner in the marketplace. Some fleets are taking…
Equipment Don’t make aftertreatment an afterthought August 24, 2020 When an emissions aftertreatment issue rears its ugly head, one of the biggest mistakes a technician can make is to assume it’s an emissions aftertreatment problem. Often, issues that present…
Equipment Father-son technician duo gets the job done May 20, 2020 Since the age of 12, Randy Pace has wanted to be in the business of pulling engines apart. “Sometimes I would win, sometimes I’d lose, but I was always working…
Equipment Canadian technician among Penske’s best May 1, 2020 Mark Parisotto has gone from tearing down lawnmower engines in his father’s garage, to being recognized as one of the best Penske technicians in North America
Equipment On the (side of the) road again March 30, 2020 Mobile repair units play a valuable role in keeping fleets running
Equipment Star Performer March 30, 2020 Lewis Motor Sales’ Brandon Wesselius earns honor at Navistar tech rodeo
