Guide To HDV Air Brake Adjustment: Laws & Safety In None [1] 30% of truck crashes , air brake problems are a “significant” factor. One of the most common air brake issues is reduced brake force, due to increased pushrod stroke. It can lengthen ov... Oct 7, 2025
2025 Emissions Rules: A Heavy-Duty Truck Maintenance Guide Over half of all Americans—about 156 million people—are exposed to unhealthy levels of air pollution each day. And diesel engines’ emissions are a big part of the problem. Thus, government agencies i... Oct 7, 2025
How to Extend The Life of Your Clutch In A Heavy-Duty Truck The longevity of a truck's clutch varies widely. At best, the clutches of heavy-duty trucks can last over 300,000 miles. Yet, it's not uncommon for a clutch to need replacement after only 60,000 ... Aug 6, 2025
Understanding Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Systems & Common Failures The EGR system of a heavy-duty vehicle makes a big difference in its performance and safety. In this guide, discover how these systems work. Then, learn how to make your truck's EGR work for you. What... Aug 6, 2025
When to Rebuild vs. Replace a Truck Differential A truck’s differential is a crucial part of its drivetrain, and it shouldn’t be overlooked. Most differentials need a fluid change every 30,000 miles or so, particularly if the truck hauls heavy loads... Aug 6, 2025
Power Take-Off Care & Buying Guide For Heavy-Duty Trucks For commercial truckers, power take-offs get real results. In None [1] one recent experiment , a fleet of 150 bucket trucks saved $443,000 in fuel costs and slashed CO₂ emissions by 788 tons in... Aug 6, 2025
How To Identify & Fix Steering Issues In Heavy-Duty Trucks For truck drivers, a mechanical defect increases the risk of an accident by 200%. The steering system is no exception. Reports of steering failure led to the recall of over 100,000 trucks in 2022, 740... Apr 18, 2025
How to Identify & Fix Heavy-Duty Truck Electrical Issues Contemporary commercial trucks rely on their electrical systems to control a wide swath of automated functions. A battery powers the engine control unit (ECU) and its sensors; the ECU runs the starter... Apr 18, 2025
Prevent Engine Overheat: Ultimate Guide To Cooling System Maintenance An engine’s cooling system is vital to its function and safety. Cooling system dysfunction is a factor in almost 50% of all engine failures. Moreover, accidents involving an engine overheating pose a... Apr 11, 2025
How To Prevent Truck Engine Failure Critical failure of a car or truck’s internal systems—including its engine, brakes, or suspension—is the None [1] root cause of 44,000 crashes each year in the United States. Preventing engine failu... Apr 11, 2025
5 Suspension Upgrades To Improve Your Commercial Vehicle’s Performance The automotive suspension market is worth over $53 billion worldwide. It’s clear why: a vehicle’s suspension has an outsized impact on its performance. Studies demonstrate a suspension’s design alte... Mar 27, 2025
Automatic Transmission Maintenance Guide The lifespan of a vehicle’s automatic transmission ranges wildly, with some requiring replacement at 100,000 miles, and others lasting for over 300,000. That difference more than doubles the life of a... Mar 27, 2025