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    Bendix
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    Beyond keeping roadways safe, proper brake inspections and service help maintain performance, minimize downtime, and lower total cost of ownership.
    Jan. 4, 2024
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    Truck parts tug of war
    Conventional wisdom dictates that aftermarket parts are more cost-effective, while OEs have had the edge on performance. But modern fleets have found data, not stereotypes, drive...
    Jan. 2, 2024
    Photo courtesy of Cody Clegg
    Marathon’s workhorse technician Cody Clegg still finds time to spend quality time with his son at home.
    Last issue I asked our readers to nominate someone they work with who deserves recognition for their stellar performance. The idea stemmed from meeting so many hard-working professional...
    Dec. 21, 2023
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    Showing appreciation for a technician’s work is more than a kind thing to do. It’s a solid business practice for recruitment and retention.
    Dec. 19, 2023
    Erin Brown
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    You can’t succeed in commercial vehicle maintenance without a good work ethic, but some take it to another level. Here are the six overachievers our judges selected as the best...
    Dec. 19, 2023

    More content from December 2023

    Courtesy of Tesla, Inc.
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    There’s a lot to like about the commercial vehicle industry switching to EVs, but some serious issues need to be addressed before scaling the technology.
    Dec. 15, 2023
    Phillips Industries
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    Bright, interior corner trailer lights for dry vans and reefers
    Nov. 29, 2023
    Continental
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    Now cover Ford, Ram, and more makes
    Nov. 29, 2023
    Omnia Advanced Materials
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    Dampens high-frequency squeals
    Nov. 29, 2023
    Marathon Brake Systems
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    Designed to meet many aftermarket air disc brake applications
    Nov. 28, 2023
    Panasonic Corporation of America
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    Rugged 2-in-1 PC
    Nov. 28, 2023
    Snap-on
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    Comes in black with a multi-color eagle graphic
    Nov. 28, 2023
    Michelin North America
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    Includes tire specs, part numbers, and training videos
    Nov. 27, 2023
    Motive Technologies
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    Compact, versatile, and discreet
    Nov. 27, 2023
    Aperia Technologies
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    Offers predictive TPMS and analytics
    Nov. 27, 2023
    Mueller-Kueps
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    Oil and acid resistant
    Nov. 27, 2023
    Ascot Supply
    1/2' Drive Composite Impact Wrench with Extended Anvil
    Twin hammer mechanism for balance
    Nov. 27, 2023
    199976822 | Welcomia | Dreamstime
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    WrenchWay recently released its 2023 Voice of Technician survey, which found that fewer technicians had considered leaving the trade than in 2022 by almost 30%.
    Nov. 20, 2023
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    When ice and snow coat the roads, plows, lights, and tire chains can help fleets keep moving.
    Nov. 17, 2023
    Meyer Products
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    Suited for 26,000 - 33,000 GVW trucks
    Nov. 16, 2023
    226194083 | Aaron Amat | Dreamstime | 73140849 | Tamara Lee Harding | Dreamstime | 55678178 | Kathryn Sidenstricker | Dreamstime
    catalytic-converter
    Active Cat from Accelerated Solutions Group deters catalytic converter theft using a vehicle's existing knock sensors and alarm system.
    Nov. 16, 2023
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    DPF jail
    Just because a DPF looks dirty doesn’t mean it doesn’t deserve a second chance, though some should be sentenced to the scrap yard. Here’s how to tell if you can clean or replace...
    Nov. 14, 2023
    DECKED
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    Offers weatherproof, lockable storage containers
    Nov. 10, 2023
    Snap-on
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    Delivers 525 ft-lb of bolt breakaway torque
    Nov. 10, 2023
    Milwaukee Tool
    Automatic 6528587c1e1ee
    Features a built-in cutter
    Oct. 18, 2023
    Hunter Engineering Company
    Hawkeye Xl Web
    Aligns trucks, trailers, buses, and more
    Oct. 12, 2023
    ORBCOMM
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    Offers both detection and driver coaching
    Oct. 9, 2023
    Goodyear
    Goodyear Armor Max ESD tire
    Prevents stones from lodging in the tire
    Sept. 20, 2023
    Tub O' Towels
    Heavy duty cleaner and degreaser spray by Tub O' Towels
    Designed to cut grease and grime on most surfaces
    Sept. 20, 2023
    Optronics International
    Stlw314 Series Led Stop turn tail Light
    Features four flash patterns
    Sept. 20, 2023
    Patterson Fan Company
    The Blue 2200 floor fan by Patterson Fan Company
    Easily portable and perfect for shops and garages
    Sept. 18, 2023