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Roadside Emergency Tips For Transport Trucks

When you’re a transport truck driver, no matter how experienced or well-prepared you are, there’s always the possibility of an unexpected roadside emergency. Unexpected breakdowns and unforeseen mechanical issues can happen at any time. That’s why it’s important to be prepared for anything by knowing what steps to take if such an issue occurs while out on the roads alone. In this post we’ll provide some useful tips about preparing for, preventing, and taking action in the event of a roadside emergency as a transport truck driver. Read more

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The Importance Of Mobile Truck Repairs In The Winter

Mobile Truck Repairs In The Winter

With temperatures dropping, it’s time to start thinking about winter and what you can do to make sure your truck stays in the best condition possible during this challenging season. Mobile truck repair companies are essential to trucks on the road during all seasons, especially the winter. Making sure mobile trucks function correctly during snow, ice, and other hazards on the highways is very important. From brake checks to keeping your tires healthy, these services are essential for staying safe on the roads this winter. Here’s why it’s so important and how you can benefit from them.

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Top 5 Tips To Maintain Your Diesel Truck

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Diesel trucks are a workhorse on the roads and in industries. They move heavy loads and tow trailers with ease. Like any vehicle, they need proper maintenance to keep them running smoothly. Keep reading to learn more about maintaining your diesel truck fleet.

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Occasions Where You May Need Mobile Truck Repair

Mobile Truck Repair

Though you may not think about it often, your truck is one of the most important tools you have at your disposal. Whether you use it for work or other reasons of travel, your truck can get you where you need to go. What happens when your truck breaks down? You may find yourself in need of mobile truck repair. Here are a few occasions where a mobile truck repair technician can come in handy!

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What’s The Difference Between OBD And OBD2?

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In mechanics, OBD is a technical term that stands for “onboard diagnostics.” It refers to the high-tech system that diagnoses and reports engine problems in the vehicle. The system will alert the driver of issues and store the code related to the issue, which tells the scan tool of the technician what’s going on with the engine. As a driver, you’ll see it at work when the “Check Engine Light” or “Service Engine Soon” light turns on. Of course, this only works when the driver pays attention to those pesky lights and takes their vehicle in for repairs! 

Since the 1990s, onboard diagnostics has changed from the OBD system to OBD2. This was a big advancement for mechanics, and it has made the diagnosis of engine problems easier and more reliable.

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What’s The Difference Between A Diesel Truck Mechanic And A Car Mechanic?

When you need help with your diesel truck, who should you call, what’s the difference? Not all engines are alike, and not all mechanics are alike either! Because diesel engines are very different from the typical automotive engine, diesel truck mechanics require different knowledge and a separate set of skills. The past couple of decades have only made this 

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Will Changing Fuel Injectors Increase The Performance Of A Diesel Truck?

One of the most important parts of any diesel truck is the fuel injectors. They are sensitive pieces of a semi’s machinery, and often the starting point of many problems you might experience with the engine. But when it’s working smoothly, the fuel injector is what improves the entire truck’s performance. When it gets an upgrade, the fuel injector can give a truck’s diesel engine a higher range of power output and even improved fuel efficiency!

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What Will The Future Of Trucking Look Like?

What does the future hold for the trucking industry? It’s not hard for us to slip into daydreams about what the next few decades will look like. Will our team soon be interacting with a computer system alone on the side of the road instead of a driver? Or will trucking stay as it has for the past half-century? There are many trends we have to watch very closely if we want to make accurate predictions for the future!

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