Making Sense of Truck Classification - Fleet Equipment Mag
Jun 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.
KeepTruckin rebrands as Motive, launches automated ...
Published: May 18, 2022. KeepTruckin has changed its name to Motive, underscoring its expanded focus and direction. Alongside its rebrand, Motive has launched the Automated Operations Platform, a combination of IoT hardware and AI-powered applications that connect and automate physical operations. Founded in 2013, Motive builds technology to ...
FleetPride increases eCommerce truck parts catalog - Fleet …
Jul 26, 2022 · By the end of 2022, FleetPride expects its database will grow to more than two million parts and will continue to provide access to 400+ top suppliers, the company noted in a press release. Over the past several months, FleetPride has rapidly expanded its product database on FleetPride.com. Now, millions of cross-references are available online ...
Truck air suspension ride height measurement procedure tips
May 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.
Electric truck regenerative braking, explained - Fleet Equipment Mag
May 27, 2021 · There are a few benefits of regen braking systems in terms of full braking events, ZF’s Schünemann, Dieckmann, and Hahn, noted. “The electrical drive of the vehicle may support the endurance of the vehicle brake system by its recuperative support,” they said. “The quick response time of the electrical drive system is also beneficial.”.
Disc brakes vs. drum brakes - Fleet Equipment Mag
Apr 20, 2016 · The main strong point for disc brakes is reduced stopping distance. With disc brakes, that distance can be anywhere from 17% to 33% shorter than drum brakes, depending on speed. This is especially important in regard to federal braking standards for heavy trucks. Reduced fade is another benefit, especially for vehicles that have more frequent ...
The pros and cons of truck driver-facing cameras - Fleet …
Sep 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 ...
Cummins-Meritor provides an aftermarket strategy update
Jan 24, 2024 · The Cummins-Meritor Aftermarket strategy going forward. In addition to the aforementioned broadening of its product portfolio, Cummins-Meritor aims to invest in manufacturing and remanufacturing with a focus on efficiency. These investments are intended to increase production capacity (as indicated by the goal to manufacture a higher volume of ...
Coolant compatibility: Know thy coolants - Fleet Equipment Mag
Oct 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.
Five steps to select a heavy-duty diesel engine oil - Fleet …
Apr 22, 2022 · The environment and operating conditions of the engine should be the next consideration when selecting a heavy-duty engine oil. The temperature range in which lubricants can perform optimally is denoted by its SAE grade, which is a measure of the oil’s viscosity. The viscosity of the oil dictates its ability to flow and move around the engine ...