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Seth Skydel

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Seth Skydel, a veteran industry editor, has more than 36 years of experience in fleet management, trucking, and transportation and logistics publications. Today, in editorial and marketing roles, he writes about fleet, service, and transportation management, vehicle and information technology, and industry trends and issues.

Isuzu
Chassis, Body & Cab

Work truck 2024 trends: Data and upfitting at forefront

May 14, 2024
This year's trucks from Ford Pro, International, Ram Professional, and more are designed to streamline maintenance data collection and customization.
Ford Pro
Equipment

2024 Work Truck Update: Vans, pickups, and chassis cabs

May 13, 2024
Across the board, manufacturers of Classes 3-6 commercial vans, pickups, and trucks are packing their newest models with the latest technologies.
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Shop Operations

Patching leaks in your tire program

April 17, 2024
Keeping tire costs in check will help keep fleets’ profits from dissipating. Two areas to help reduce tire cost per mile are ensuring proper inflation and matching the right tire...
Nikola
Safety & Technology

Call for backup: ADAS advancements enhance truck safety

March 13, 2024
ADAS advancements have earned these safety technologies a permanent role as a trucker’s ultimate co-pilot.
Peterbilt
Data & Telematics

The modern role of remote diagnostics in trucking

Feb. 27, 2024
Telematics and remote diagnostic applications are changing how fleets handle maintenance plans, a crucial aspect with the growth of electric vehicles.
Bendix
Brakes, Tire & Wheel

Tips to implement more efficient brake changes

Jan. 4, 2024
Beyond keeping roadways safe, proper brake inspections and service help maintain performance, minimize downtime, and lower total cost of ownership.