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    A technician inspects the underbody of a vehicle using a four-post lift, a key component to shop safety.
    Shop Safety

    Lessons in lift safety for the modern shop

    John Hitch
    March 27, 2023
    Experts offer three ways to improve a shop’s lift safety program.
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    Equipment

    Fleet management systems spotlight

    Alex Keenan
    March 27, 2023
    Shops and fleets alike can save themselves time and money by actively monitoring their vehicles' needs, which is where fleet management platforms can shine in increasing uptime...
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    Powertrain

    SuperTruck II pushes future engine improvements

    Josh Fisher
    March 24, 2023
    Freightliner demonstrated powertrain, aerodynamic, tire, and energy management improvements that resulted in a 12-mpg performance for the next-gen heavy-duty vehicle.
    Modine Manufacturing
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    Battery & Electrical

    How battery thermal management systems protect EVs in cold weather

    Gina Bonini
    March 23, 2023
    Cold temperatures can wreak havoc on lithium-ion batteries by reducing range and extending charging time, but BTMS can mitigate these issues.
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    Equipment

    The Amazing Emissions Race

    Seth Skydel
    March 20, 2023
    With competition from EVs heating up and the EPA enacting stricter emissions rules, OEMs must speed forward with new I.C.E. innovations to keep pace.

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    Shop Management

    A recovering workaholic's guide to self-maintenance

    John Hitch
    March 17, 2023
    A recent health scare taught Fleet Maintenance's editor-in-chief the hard way that to achieve the most uptime, you need to give yourself some downtime.
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    Diagnostic & Repair

    Preventive maintenance for commercial vehicle doors and locks

    Tyler Fussner
    March 15, 2023
    With the rise in last-mile and regional operations, it’s paramount for fleets to know when door hinge, handle, and lock PMs are due to ensure longevity and uptime.
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    Emissions & Efficiency

    The future of propane autogas engine technology

    Steve Whaley
    Feb. 7, 2023
    New engine technology is poised to help fleets decarbonize while providing diesel-like performance, durability, and reliability.
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    Employees & Training

    Managing technician pay and quality work

    Alex Keenan
    Feb. 6, 2023
    Fullbay recently hosted a roundtable discussion with AM PM Diesel Services focused on a hot topic in maintenance: technician pay and its impact on retention and training.
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    Emissions & Efficiency

    Freightliner’s SuperTruck II previews diesel’s more efficient future

    Josh Fisher
    Feb. 3, 2023
    DTNA called this iteration of the Department of Energy-backed SuperTruck program its most efficient diesel-powered Class 8 vehicle. Technologies and design preview how trucking...
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    Emissions & Efficiency

    Maybe it’s not so simple

    Ed Chipalowsky
    Feb. 1, 2023
    Achieving a reduction in emissions and fossil fuel use in transportation may not be as simple as abandoning the diesel-powered ship as developments have proven significant improvements...
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    Diagnostic & Repair

    Four trends shaping the commercial vehicle maintenance industry in 2023

    Mindy Long
    Jan. 31, 2023
    The Unpacking the Commercial Vehicle Diagnostic Market 2023 report from Noregon delivers a positive outlook for the maintenance industry’s shop activities, repair volume, revenue...