Mitchell 1 TruckSeries commercial truck repair software
WEBFeb 27, 2024 — By Mitchell 1. Published: Feb 27, 2024. Introducing Mitchell 1 TruckSeries–the only comprehensive repair software of its kind that delivers a one-stop, online resource for medium- and heavy-duty trucks. With TruckSeries, service professionals can estimate labor times, diagnose and repair all makes of …
Making Sense of Truck Classification - Fleet Equipment Mag
WEBJun 23, 2020 — Truck classification for medium trucks involves Classes 4, 5, and 6. That’s where commercial trucks start to show up. Classes 4 and 5 include some full-size trucks used non-commercially. Still, most of the medium-class vehicles are made and used for commercial purposes. Class 4—The GVWRs for this class range between 14,001 and 16,000 pounds.
The pros and cons of truck driver-facing cameras - Fleet …
WEBSep 24, 2018 — Yet, from an equipment management point of view, video telematics can be incredibly helpful not just for the fleet, but for the driver too, as the benefits of driver-facing cameras include exonerations from potential lawsuits after collisions, as well as driver coaching that can cut down on crashes, distractions and other dangerous situations ...
Hands on: Kenworth T680 next-gen truck - Fleet Equipment Mag
WEBFeb 16, 2021 — The story of the next-generation Kenworth T680’s launch is a tale of two redesigns: one outside and one inside. The new aerodynamic designs add up to increased fuel efficiency compared to the previous T680, while the new 15-in. digital display offers a bevy of customization options. Then there’s the new Kenworth ADAS offering that pairs a ...
Volvo Trucks introduces new generation VNL - Fleet Equipment Mag
WEBJan 23, 2024 — The new Volvo VNL is packaged into four exterior and interior trim levels — Core, Edge, Edge Black and Ultimate — with six cab configurations, each designed to fit customers’ preference, brand identity, and operational use. Those configurations are: VNL 300 Day Cab. VNL 440 42-inch Mid-Roof Sleeper. VNL 640 62-inch Mid-Roof Sleeper.
Truck air suspension ride height measurement procedure tips
WEBMay 21, 2014 — 5. On the axle where the height control valve is attached, measure the distance from the bottom of the frame rail to the ground. 6. Measure the distance from the center of the wheel to the ground. 7. Subtract the measurement found in Step 6 from the measurement found in Step 5 to determine the current ride height of your suspension.
Understanding truck tires and air pressure - Fleet Equipment Mag
WEBSep 8, 2011 — The load/inflation table shows that you should be running 100 PSI on the 295/75R22.5 load range G steer tire based on the worst case load of 5,780 lbs./tire. Using a calibrated pressure gauge, you measure exactly 100 PSI. The fully loaded tractor-trailer leaves the yard and begins running on the interstate at 65 MPH.
How Sysco Corp. plans to deploy 800 battery electric Class 8 trucks
WEBPublished: Nov 14, 2022. It’s a staggering number of electric trucks: 800 Class 8 battery electric tractors. While many forward-thinking fleets are piloting one electric truck or planning for tens of electric trucks in the next several years, Sysco Corp. signed a letter of intent earlier this year to deploy up to nearly 800 battery electric ...
Coolant compatibility: Know thy coolants - Fleet Equipment Mag
WEBOct 15, 2014 — 1) Conduct a visual inspection: The coolant should be bright and clear, free of dirt, debris, rust and other contaminants and representative of the color of the coolant recommended for the vehicle. If the coolant appearance, clarity or color is unsatisfactory, check for possible contamination with other coolants, fuel, oil, combustion leaks, etc.
Hexagon Agility receives orders for Class 8 Cummins X15N CNG …
WEBPublished: Mar 21, 2024. Hexagon Agility, a provider of renewable natural gas (RNG) fuels systems, confirms that it has received new orders for CNG/RNG fuel systems on trucks powered by Cummins’ new X15N natural gas engine—which is currently available on new-order Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks, and will be available to order in Freightliner ...