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March 2013

The March 2013 issue of FleetOwner highlights better shops, both the ideas that surround them and tools to improve yours. 

Editor's Page

  • Mar. 1, 2013
    Commentary
    Fleet Owner

    Old problem, new ideas

    Given trucking’s chronic shortage of drivers and a desire to generate some fresh ideas on possible solutions, I challenged readers two months ago to send me their best suggestions no matter how far-fetched or impractical they might sound. And many of you responded, sometimes with ideas that offered practicality and thoughtfulness, other times with ones that surprised me with their offbeat take on the issue....More

Management

  • Mar. 1, 2013
    Article

    Better Shops Part 1

    The better shop is the smarter shop— smarter in how it is managed, staffed, and equipped for the challenge of maintaining commercial vehicles, which must incur minimum downtime, operate at the lowest possible cost, and meet all regulatory requirements....More
  • Mar. 1, 2013
    Article
    Fleet Owner

    Better Shops part 2

    Keeping shops properly equipped can be a time- and money-consuming job, but it’s also critical if you want to maximize technicians’ efficiency and minimize truck downtime....More
  • Mar. 1, 2013
    Article
    Fleet Owner

    Finding profit

    Year-end earnings reports from some of the largest TL and LTL carrier sectors indicate that most are successfully finding ways to profit from a still sluggish to moderate freight environment. Even long-suffering LTL conglomerate YRC Worldwide posted consolidated operating income profit—some $24.1 million in 2012—for the first time in six years, even though its total revenues slipped 0.4% to $4.851 billion compared to 2011....More
  • Feb. 7, 2013
    Article

    Many transportation challenges ahead, new AASHTO exec says

    Establishing “sustainable” sources of transportation funding, supporting further multi-modal connections to improve the flow of freight and commuters, while continuing to address a “traffic safety epidemic” are only some of the major issues Frederick G. "Bud" Wright plans to address as the newly-installed executive director of the American Association of State Highway and Transportation (AASHTO)....More
  • Feb. 6, 2013
    News
    Fleet Owner

    UPDATED: NTSB issues views on changing employment-screening process for truck drivers

    The aftermath of a fatal truck-train collision a year-and-half ago could soon greatly impact the employment-screening process for truck drivers. ...More
  • Jan. 24, 2013
    Article
    Fleet Owner

    FHWA backs proposed path of superhighway connecting Illinois and Indiana

    The Federal Highway Administration has signed off on the proposed path of the long-discussed “Illiana Expressway,” a superhighway that would link Illinois’ Interstate 55 near Wilmington with Indiana’s I-65 near Cedar Lake....More
  • Jan. 14, 2013
    News
    Fleet Owner

    Supreme Court to hear Port of LA truck case 13

    The U.S. Supreme Court has agreed to hear an appeal by the American Trucking Assns. (ATA) of a lower court decision that requires trucks entering the Port of Los Angeles to comply with certain environmental, safety and security requirements. ...More
  • Jan. 17, 2013
    Article
    Fleet Owner

    Sleep apnea testing, education available 10

    Aeroflow Healthcare and Enrollment First have partnered on a new sleep apnea management program that provides testing and education. Clients of Enrollment First, which provides custom-made insurance enrollment options for businesses with unique insurance needs, will have access to Aeroflow’s sleep disorder testing and treatment solutions....More
  • Jan. 16, 2013
    Article

    Challenges continue to grow for carriers 8

    Carriers and transportation analysts alike believe the challenges facing the trucking industry as a whole are only going to grow in 2013, with freight volumes expected to stay flat and rates to decline or increase only moderately – even though capacity may continue to shrink do to the fallout from federal regulatory efforts....More
  • Jan. 29, 2013
    Article

    LaHood stepping down as U.S. Transportation Secretary

    U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood has announced that he will not serve a second term in President Barack Obama’s cabinet. The Illinois Republican was chosen by Obama to lead the transportation department following the 2008 election. During his time as Transportation Secretary, LaHood oversaw the implementation of the Compliance, Safety, Accountability (CSA) program and also focused much effort on the issue of distracted driving in the U.S....More

Running Green

  • Mar. 1, 2013
    Article

    Green Fleet of the Month: Gas up and deliver

    When you market and deliver a product, but don’t actually use it yourself, people will ask why. That is no longer a question that executives at Linde North America have to answer. The New Jersey-based division of the Linde Group, a global gas and engineering company, has now deployed 23 liquefied natural gas (LNG) Class 8 tractors in its U.S. fleet of 625 Class 8 power units following a successful test of three vehicles last year....More
  • Jan. 16, 2013
    Article
    Fleet Owner

    Nearly 1 million natural gas trucks and buses will be sold by 2019 1

    Sales of natural gas trucks and buses will expand steadily over the remainder of the decade, nearing 1 million in sales from 2012 through 2019, according to a recent report from Pike Research, a part of Navigant’s Energy Practice....More
  • Jan. 24, 2013
    Article
    Fleet Owner

    Fontaine Modification joins Alliance AutoGas network

    All eight of Fontaine Modification’s modification centers have been certified as Alliance AutoGas conversion centers. As a result, fleets can have their vehicles converted to run on propane autogas (LPG) at Fontaine’s modification centers in Garland, Texas; Denton, Texas; Laredo, Texas; Charlotte, N.C.; Dublin, Va.; Gainesville, Ga.; Springfield, Ohio; and Williamstown, W.V....More
  • Jan. 16, 2013
    Article
    Fleet Owner

    TruStar Energy acquires Vocational Energy

    Vocational Energy, which specializes in engineering, designing and building compressed natural gas (CNG) fueling stations, has been acquired by Fortistar affiliate TruStar Energy. Terms were not disclosed. TruStar Energy will continue the existing construction business of Vocational Energy and expand into offering long-term fuel supply agreements to companies wishing to convert their transportation fleets to CNG, the company said....More
  • Jan. 30, 2013
    News
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    Shorepower Technologies extends free power offer

    Shorepower Technologies has extended its free power incentive for truckers. Truckers can now use Shorepower Technologies’ power pedestals for free through March 31, 2013....More
  • Jan. 28, 2013
    Article
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    Natural gas conversion kit receives EPA approval

    Omnitek Engineering announced it has received approval from the Environmental Protection Agency for its diesel-to-natural gas conversion technology. The approval concerns Omnitek’s technology for the line of heavy-duty Navistar DT466E and DT530E engines under specific and rigorous criteria related to the agency's Outside Useful Life definition. The Navistar DT466E and DT530E engines were produced in 130 different configurations from 1996 through 2003....More
  • Feb. 6, 2013
    Article

    New composite trailer side skirt from Freight Wing

    Aerodynamic device maker Freight Wing is introducing a new trailer side skirt, the AeroFlex Composite, which it said can help improve fuel economy by up to 7.45%.   Made of a pliable composite material and braced with flexible mounting rods, the new side skirt weighs 170 pounds, noted Sean Graham, Freight Wing’s president....More
  • Jan. 14, 2013
    Article
    Fleet Owner

    Questar to build CNG facility for Swift Transportation, Central Freight Lines

    Questar Fueling will build and operate a compressed natural gas (CNG) fueling facility in Houston, Texas, that will service two local carriers and also be open to the public. The facility will provide up to 5 million gals. of natural gas per year for approximately 200 trucks operated by Swift Transportation and Central Freight Lines. The majority of these trucks will use a private, time-fill facility. The remainder will use a five-lane, high-speed fueling facility that will be open to the public....More
  • Feb. 8, 2013
    Article
    Fleet Owner

    Service launched to aid in CNG conversion analysis 1

    A new service from U.S. Energy Services is designed to assist trucking fleets in determining the economic viability of using compressed natural gas (CNG). The ThinkTank Services will provide CNG economic analysis, station design requirements, site development, supply management and data management services....More
  • Jan. 23, 2013
    Article
    Fleet Owner

    University repowering medium-duties with hydraulic hybrids 4

    Colorado State University (CSU) has announced it will retrofit two 2012 GMC internal-delivery campus trucks with fuel-efficient hydraulic hybrid systems, paid for by a grant from the Colorado Energy Office. Colorado State has selected Lightning Hybrids LLC to provide the systems. The university said the hybrid systems will save up to $1,700 a year for each truck in fuel and maintenance costs....More

Equipment

  • Jan. 22, 2013
    Article
    Fleet Owner

    Different fleets, same concerns

    LAS VEGAS. While a truckload carrier is a very different from a waste collection business, there are common concerns among all types of fleets when it comes to issues of maintenance and keeping trucks on the road....More
  • Jan. 15, 2013
    Article
    Fleet Owner

    Meritor Wabco named as exclusive service brake chamber supplier for DTNA

    Meritor Wabco said it has been named the standard position steer axle service brake chamber supplier for all Daimler Trucks North America air brake vehicles. “Our strength is in engineering parts for optimized performance,” said Jon Morrison, president and general manager, Meritor Wabco. “This allows truck manufacturers to reduce the cost of ownership and increase payload capability.”...More
  • Jan. 14, 2011
    article
    Fleet Owner

    Timken announces hub-rebuild kit

    The two-inch offset loads found on many new axle designs have created a need for a hub rebuild kit. To meet that need, Timken Co. has introduced a set-right heavy duty hub rebuild kit...More
  • Feb. 6, 2013
    Article

    Cummins reveals 2013 model year engines

    A full range of 2013-model year truck engines is being shown off by Cummins at the World of Concrete show in Las Vegas this week – including the new 12-liter natural gas-fired Cummins Westport ISX12 model, due to start limited production this April....More
  • Jan. 18, 2013
    Article
    Fleet Owner

    Cooling system repair solution

    Bar’s Leaks has introduced a new cooling system repair product formulated to stop leaks and antifreeze loss. Bar’s Leaks Cooling System Repair also prevents overheating and corrects other cooling system problems to protect against future breakdowns, the company said....More
  • Jan. 23, 2013
    Article
    Fleet Owner

    Maintenance program rebate available with TracKing telematics services

    Thermo King is offering a rebate program for customers combining the company’s Thermo Gard Assurance maintenance program with its TracKing telematics system. Eligible customers can receive a rebate up to $500....More
  • Feb. 5, 2013
    Article
    Fleet Owner

    TRP offering aluminum wheels

    To help fleets reduce weight and improve fuel efficiency, TRP has introduced a line of all-makes aluminum wheels for trucks and trailers. Available in 22.5-in. and 24.5-in. sizes in both machined and high-polish finishes, the wheels are forged from one piece of corrosion-resistant aluminum for added strength and durability....More
  • Jan. 22, 2013
    Article
    Fleet Owner

    Freightliner to use Truck-Lite LEDs on Cascadia 3

    Freightliner Trucks has announced the availability of high-performance LED headlamps from Truck-Lite custom-engineered for the Freightliner Cascadia. The headlamps will also be available as an aftermarket retrofit option from Freightliner dealers across North America, the company said....More
  • Feb. 5, 2013
    Article
    Fleet Owner

    Paccar MX-13 engine brochure published

    A new brochure laying out all the features and technical specifications of the Paccar MX-13 engine has been published. The brochure highlights the engine’s innovations and fuel economy. The MX-13 is available in Peterbilt’s entire on-highway and vocational product line-up....More
  • Mar. 1, 2013
    Article
    Fleet Owner

    Extended warranty program for Kenworth T680 purchase

    Customers who purchase a Kenworth T680 tractor with a Paccar MX-13 engine and finance that purchase through Paccar Financial may now receive an extended engine warranty program. Available to qualifying customers, the program offers a 3-year/400,000-mi. comprehensive and aftertreatment extended warranty....More
  • Feb. 5, 2013
    Article
    Fleet Owner

    Polar Corp. acquires Beall Transport Equipment assets

    Polar Corp. has acquired the assets of Beall Transport Equipment Co. (BTEC), the aftermarket parts and service division of Beall Corp. Beall Corp. entered bankruptcy last year. A judge has since approved an auction of the company’s assets....More
  • Feb. 7, 2013
    Article
    Fleet Owner

    Harness adapter now available

    A new electrical wiring harness adapter from Phillips Industries is now available. The adapter, designed to connect Sta-Dry main or mid-main modular harness systems to the Sta-Dry Slim-7 trailer harness, is a “plug-and-play” solution that connects the round male style of the 36 series to the female style of the 34 series....More
  • Jan. 23, 2013
    Article
    Fleet Owner

    Allison Transmission: 5th Gen electronic controls enhance fuel economy

    Just as the engines that power commercial vehicles get “smarter” with each succeeding generation, so do the transmissions that deliver the power generated to the wheels so that fuel-efficient operation can be maximized. In addition, a key element of transmission design for OEMs is how easily gearboxes can be integrated into vehicle powertrains....More
  • Jan. 25, 2013
    Article
    Fleet Owner

    High-temp, high mileage coolant hose offers alternative to silicone

    Gates Corp. has released a new heavy-duty coolant hose as a less expensive alternative to silicone or sulphur-cured coolant hoses. The high-temperature, peroxide-cured EPDM FleetRunner Hi-Temp Straight coolant hose is for trucks, buses, and off-road equipment. It is a high-temperature, high-performance, high-mileage coolant hose with a temperature range of -40 deg. to 300 deg. F....More
  • Feb. 8, 2013
    Article
    Fleet Owner

    Roll stability control now available on Western Star trucks

    Western Star Trucks is making the Meritor Wabco roll stability control system (RSC) available on truck models. The system is available on 4700, 4800 and 4900 models equipped with Meritor’s anti-lock braking system....More
  • Jan. 17, 2013
    Article
    Fleet Owner

    Fontaine Modification diversifying business segments

    Fontaine Modification Co. is reorganizing itself into three business segments to provide more intense focus on the individual markets. The company’s three segments will be Fontaine Alternative Fuels, Fontaine Auto Transport Services and Fontaine Modification Services....More
  • Feb. 6, 2013
    Article
    Fleet Owner

    Betts Co. announces new name, logo 1

    With 145 years under its belt, the Betts Spring Co. has taken steps to position itself for the future, and that includes a new name and logo. The company is now formally known as Betts Co. and will use the corporate tagline, “Improving the Way Things Move Since 1868.” The company was founded by William Michael Betts....More
  • Jan. 24, 2013
    News

    Meritor Aftermarket adds all-makes parts

    LAS VEGAS. Meritor Inc. has introduced a new line of drivetrain, axle and suspension parts for all makes that will join its current branded and remanufactured aftermarket product lines.  The first products in the new Meritor AllFit line are three heavy-duty shock absorbers -- a cab shock, a standard shock and a premium adjustable shock.  Replacing the Gabriel brand products formerly distributed by Meritor, the new all-make shocks are designed for Class 6-8 line haul trucks and trailers as well as vocational vehicle applications....More
  • Feb. 4, 2013
    Article
    Fleet Owner

    Continental’s Conti EcoPlus HD3 verified by SmartWay

    The new Conti EcoPlus HD3 long-haul, highway drive tire has been verified by the U.S. EPA’s SmartWay Transport Partnership as a low rolling resistant tire for Class 8, line-haul tractor-trailers, Continental Tire the Americas said. The HD3 is a third-generation tire available in sizes 11R22.5, 295/75R22.5, 11R24.5 and 285/75R24.5. A ContiTread retread is expected to be available the middle of this year, the company said.   ...More
  • Jan. 22, 2013
    Article
    Fleet Owner

    Prestone introduces new heavy-duty coolants

    LAS VEGAS. Two new heavy-duty antifreeze/coolants have been reformulated to better protect new engine designs and materials, according to Prestone Products Corp. Introduced during the Heavy Duty Aftermarket Week conference, Prestone Command is now available as both a premium extended life formula and an SCA pre-charged extended service formula.  The company has also introduced a Prestone Command branded diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) for engines using selective catalytic reduction (SCR) after treatment....More
  • Jan. 29, 2013
    Article
    Fleet Owner

    Mack introduces air suspension 2

    Mack Trucks has officially unveiled its new Twin Y air suspension, which when paired with proprietary Mack axles, deliver “unmatched comfort, handling and fuel efficiency for highway customers,” the company said. The Twin Y utilizes a Y-shaped high-strength steel design, but offers weight savings of up to 400 lbs. over other suspensions, Mack said. Mack also introduced proprietary axles on its Mack mRide spring suspension, ideal for vocational customers....More
  • Feb. 8, 2013
    Article
    Fleet Owner

    Xtra Lease adding 2,000 trailers to fleet

    Rental and leasing company Xtra Lease has order more than 2,000 new trailers for this year, including a mix of dry vans, refeers, flatbeds, chassis and lift-gate van trailers. Dry vans and reefers will include fuel-saving aerodynamic side skirts and low-rolling resistance tires. All vans also will receive trailer tracking units to help fleets attack utilization and costs....More
  • Feb. 6, 2013
    Article
    Fleet Owner

    Navistar introduces product enhancements for construction vehicles 1

    Navistar International is showing a number of new enhancements to its International brand truck models for the construction industry as well as a full line of mixer products from its Continental Mixers division. The vehicles are on display this week at the World of Concrete show in Las Vegas....More

Light & Medium

  • Mar. 1, 2013
    News
    Fleet Owner

    Maintenance bay: Spares on hand

    Manager: Grady “Pete” Carpenter Title: CEO/president Fleet: PACtrucking, Nashville, TN Operation: FedEx Ground contractor with a fleet of 21 tractors and 31 drivers...More
  • Mar. 1, 2013
    Article
    Fleet Owner

    What's new in: Lighting

    Today’s lamps and harnesses are asked to perform a number of tasks. Effectively fighting corrosion and doing so in a cost-efficient manner is perhaps the largest task asked of today’s products. “Corrosion is a big concern for truck fleets, and the electrical system is a place where it can do lots of damage, resulting in costly repairs,” says John Jacobs, vice president of research and development at Phillips Industries. “The electrical system, wire, connections, etc., can be compromised when water leaks in and corrosion is allowed to build up....More
  • Mar. 1, 2013
    Article
    Fleet Owner

    Recycling: Positive Impact

    It’s about much more than picking up the trash. “We’ve built this company on providing waste management solutions—from collection to recycling and disposal—that help save natural resources and make a positive impact on the environment,” says Tom Hill, CEO of American Waste Control....More
  • Feb. 7, 2013
    News
    Fleet Owner

    Toyota rolls out redesigned Tundra full-size pickup

    Unveiling Toyota’s lineup of full-size Tundra pickups for the 2014 model year, Bill Fay, Toyota Div. group vp & gm, declared “we listened to what the market and customers were telling us when we redesigned the Tundra.” The redesign represents the first major change to the truck line since the launch of the current generation for the 2007 model year....More
  • Jan. 14, 2013
    Article
    Fleet Owner

    Sprinter upfitting facility opens in SC

    Morgan Olson, a designer and producer of walk-in van bodies, has opened a new facility in Charleston, SC. The facility will specialize in Sprinter dry freight bodies and Sprinter van upfitting....More
  • Jan. 24, 2013
    Article
    Fleet Owner

    Mitsubishi Fuso introduces side-mounted tank

    Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America (MFTA) has introduced a new side-mounted fuel tank option. The 33-gal. tank is available on 2013 Canter FEs. MFTA said the tank is mounted on the outside of the frame rail on the left side of the cab-chassis. The optional side-mounted tank replaces the standard 30-gal. tank located between the frame rails aft of the rear axle....More
  • Jan. 16, 2013
    Article
    Fleet Owner

    Paclease delivers its first cabover

    JFC International has taken delivery of the first Kenworth K370 Class 7 cabover delivered by PacLease.  JFC, an Asian food importer based in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada, leases under a full-service lease contract from PacLease’s company-owned location in Toronto. The cabover will operate from JFC’s branch location in Mississauga. The company leases eight other Kenworth medium duty trucks, including the conventional models, T270 and T370, to deliver its products. ...More

Info Tech

  • Mar. 1, 2013
    Article
    Fleet Owner

    Adopting the black box

    Proposed federal regulations mandating the use of electronic onboard recorders (EOBRs)—often called electronic driver logs or black boxes—have yet to be formally proposed; however, many in the trucking industry believe companies should start adopting them now, as they can offer significant cost savings....More
  • Mar. 1, 2013
    Article
    Fleet Owner

    Everyone in the pool

    Trucking is becoming accustomed to using data, and lots of it, to help guide business decisions or even to trigger automated responses to certain events. Is a delivery going to be late because the driver doesn’t have enough hours left to finish the trip? Is a tire underinflated? Is there cheaper fuel along the assigned route? Is one APU more cost-effective than the other?...More
  • Jan. 29, 2013
    Article
    Fleet Owner

    LoJack, TomTom to offer management, vehicle protection services

    LoJack Corp. and TomTom have entered into a strategic alliance to provide fleet telematics and vehicle protection services to small- and medium-sized businesses, commercial fleets, automotive dealerships and law enforcement agencies....More
  • Jan. 16, 2013
    News
    Fleet Owner

    Teletrac introduces enhanced asset tracking solution

    Teletrac announced enhancements to its trailer and asset tracking product this week. The updated system is the newest addition to the company’s Fleet Director intelligence platform, which utilizes tracking data to help reduce fleet costs and promote safety, compliance and productivity....More
  • Jan. 30, 2013
    News
    Fleet Owner

    Rugged tablet device aimed at utility industry

    GammaTech has unveiled a new rugged tablet device designed especially for the rugged demands commonly found in the utility industry. The Durabook TA10 features a 10.4-in. display with high performance CPU, ultra-high brightness LCD, and Intel Ivy Bridge processor....More
  • Jan. 31, 2013
    Article

    XRS reveals new mobile computing platform

    A new mobile computing platform developed by XRS Corp., formerly known as Xata Corp., is being offered in limited release for the trucking industry. XRS said its new mobile platform runs on more than 50 types of devices and automatically transmits vehicle and operator data directly to a management dashboard, providing compliance with the new MAP-21 compliance mandate for recording hours-of-service (HOS) data....More
  • Jan. 31, 2013
    Article

    Blue Tree unveils portable version of R:COM

    Tracking and telematics provider Blue Tree Systems is introducing a portable version of its in-cab R:COM terminal that retains all the same features of the existing R:COM in-cab communication system, but instead exists as a one-piece ‘plug and play’ device that is temporarily mounted on the dash of a vehicle....More
  • Jan. 24, 2013
    Article
    Fleet Owner

    Zonar to hold first fleet conference

    Zonar Systems, a provider of fleet telematics, remote diagnostics and mobile onboard computing, will hold its inaugural annual fleet-management conference on May 14-16 at the Grand Hyatt Riverwalk in San Antonio, TX. The company said “The Zone 2013” will boast industry speakers covering strategic transportation topics, including the latest trends in fleet management, impending CSA regulations, operational safety, driver retention, fuel efficiency and management best practices....More
  • Jan. 14, 2013
    Article
    Fleet Owner

    LTL solution upgraded, integrated with ALK products

    Transportation Costing Group’s (TCG) Cost Information System for LTL (LTL/CIS) operations has been upgraded and is now integrated with ALK Technologies products, including PC*Miler | Tolls. The enhanced version 13 LTL/CIS includes a new interface and improvements to its database viewer....More
  • Mar. 1, 2013
    Article
    Fleet Owner

    Fleets online: Record building

    Company: City of Hoboken, Hoboken, NJ Operation: Midsized municipal fleet serving small but dense urban area...More

Small Business Review

  • Mar. 1, 2013
    Commentary
    Fleet Owner

    Shade-tree mechanic

    The days of parking a truck in the lot and tearing down an engine are long past. Instead, the best course of action for the micro- and small motor carrier is investing time in finding, hauling and delivering loads....More

Opinion

  • Mar. 1, 2013
    Commentary
    Fleet Owner

    North to Alaska

    Media ride-and-drive events conducted by truck makers can range from a quick spin around a convention center parking lot to multi-day trips covering 1,000 mi. or more....More
  • Mar. 1, 2013
    Commentary
    Fleet Owner

    Of square pegs and safety

    It has been almost a year since the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) announced its plan to postpone the incorporation of accident preventability into its CSA scores, but I haven’t really been keeping track. Actually, I lied. Writing this column rewards my sense of organization (my boss will doubt that sense) because I get to write about the progress, or lack thereof, of important issues that affect the trucking industry. Thus, I keep track of these issues as part of my daily routine....More
  • Mar. 1, 2013
    Commentary
    Fleet Owner

    Innovative spirit

    Back in 1925, brothers William and Otto Brakebush started hauling calves, cows and pigs with their single truck, envisioning service and reliability as the foundation of their company. They soon began collecting eggs from farmers and taking them to market. William and Otto grew that simple business into Brakebush Brothers Inc., a premier chicken product specialist with a reputation for world-class service. Today, Brakebush Brothers Inc. is still a U.S. family-owned business with a transportation subsidiary that retains the trademark of its founders: an innovative spirit....More
  • Mar. 1, 2013
    Article
    Fleet Owner

    Debating steer tire repair

    There is no doubt that the tires on the steering axle get the most attention from drivers and maintenance personnel. In many cases, when a tire fails on a drive or trailer position, the driver can still maintain control of the vehicle and guide it to the shoulder without an incident. But the unpredictability of a steer tire failure dictates a higher degree of caution, so decisions regarding tires on the front axle are typically made from a much more conservative standpoint....More

Last Word

  • Mar. 1, 2013
    Article
    Fleet Owner

    Charity mixer

    Mack Trucks donated a Granite Axle Back truck model to the eighth annual Concrete Industry Management (CIM) auction, conducted during the 2013 World of Concrete show last month. Outfitted with a 10.5-cu.-yd. standard mixer drum donated by McNeilus Co., the Mack was auctioned off during the event....More
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