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    David A. Kolman

    Contributor - Fleet Maintenance
    Because there have been a number of cylinder liner design changes to Cummins ISX15 engines, service personnel need to be aware of them so as to avoid potential problems when surviving these engines. Photo courtesy of IPD
    Emissions & Efficiency

    How to avoid potential problems when servicing Cummins ISX15

    David A. Kolman
    Dec. 8, 2017
    Five tips to prevent costly errors and even catastrophic failures.
    Photo courtesy of DK Communications
    If collected and analyzed correctly, Big Data offers maintenance operations the potential to discover valuable insights for enhanced decision-making and improved operational efficiency.
    Data & Telematics

    How to leverage Big Data to improve vehicle maintenance processes

    David A. Kolman
    Dec. 8, 2017
    Big Data can be used to improve the reliability and maintenance of vehicles.
    Photo from iStock
    This is the season when there is a sizeable increase in the movement of the deer population and that appreciably increases the chances for deer-vehicle collisions (DVCs). While not all such accidents can be prevented, drivers can take certain steps to help avoid them.
    Shop Safety

    Ready For DVC Season?

    David A. Kolman
    Oct. 10, 2017
    It’s the season for deer-vehicle collisions (DVCs)
    Fleet Maintenance Volume 1-1
    Chassis, Body & Cab

    A Look Back At 20 Years In The Industry

    David A. Kolman
    Oct. 10, 2017
    In honor of Fleet Maintenance’s 20th anniversary we present a timeline of events since 1997 that have impacted fleet maintenance, service and repair.
    Photo courtesy of Daimler Trucks North America
    It is important to overcome the mindset of replacing vocational trucks and equipment with comparable units because there are constant changes in available alternatives and regulatory requirements.
    Brakes, Tire & Wheel

    How to Ensure Efficient Vocational Truck Specifications

    David A. Kolman
    Oct. 10, 2017
    Key considerations that should not be overlooked
    Photo courtesy of Gabriel Ride Control
    The frequency of shock replacement can depend on a lot of factors, including the loads a vehicle is transporting, where it typically operates and the driver’s driving behavior.
    Brakes, Tire & Wheel

    When To Change Shocks

    David A. Kolman
    Oct. 10, 2017
    Proper maintenance is key to keeping a vehicle safe and running as long as possible. Yet too often, shocks are overlooked, and that can create problems.Shocks “are a much more...