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Watch: The current state of the diesel technician workforce
CCJ parent Randall Reilly earlier this year, in partnership with Shell Lubricant Solutions, produced the 2022 State of Diesel Technicians report, a survey-based analysis of the current state of the diesel technician trade.
November 25, 2022
Mechanic looking under the hood
With temps falling, it's time for a coolant checkup
There are more than a handful of ways to test a coolant, but two methods are more reliable than many of the others.
November 24, 2022
truck radiator and antifreeze
Technician program completion numbers falling but diesel in better shape than auto, collision
Higher wages in diesel compared to automotive has become a draw to would-be technicians.
November 16, 2022
Man jacking up the rear of a semi
India-based tire manufacturer Ralson plans to enter U.S.
Based in India, Ralson is one of the top 5 bicycle tire producers worldwide and is India’s fastest growing automotive tire brand.
November 15, 2022
Ralson RAR51 tire
Hurricane Nicole impact on diesel supply expected to be uneventful
Major storms can interrupt diesel supply and distribution, but in the case of Category 1 Hurricane Nicole, fuel analysts aren't expecting much of an impact.
November 10, 2022
National Hurricane Center Hurricane Nicole diesel impact
Ryder partnering with Aurora for autonomous truck maintenance
Ryder technicians will be embedded at Aurora’s terminal in South Dallas to support its autonomous operations.
November 9, 2022
technicians inspecting a truck
Stay safe and beat the breakdown: Keep ADAS and other truck systems in top shape during winter
Snow, ice and freezing temperatures can not only lead to costly breakdowns, they can also lead to less safe driving conditions in the case of tech-heavy driver assist systems impacted by winter weather.
November 9, 2022
Transervice air pressure check
EV tech training not seen as a threat during diesel tech shortage
More OEMs and trade schools are rolling out courses on electric vehicle service, however the growing demand for EV techs is not seen as a competitive threat during the diesel tech shortage.
November 7, 2022
Freightliner eCascadia
CVSA announces 2023 enforcement blitz dates
CVSA plans four scheduled enforcement campaigns this year, and the first starts in May.
November 2, 2022
trucks being scaled
Engine brakes are changing to meet needs of wide variety of engine types
“As manufacturers work on ways to comply with stricter emissions standards, especially those focusing on CO2 and NOx, suppliers need to develop products that are compatible with the new vehicles,” says Jacobs Vehicle Systems' Robb Janak.
November 2, 2022
Jacobs Vehicle Systems' High Power Density technology
Tips for spec’ing and maintaining automatic brake adjustors
Guidelines gleaned from fleet managers and field service representatives can help make better-informed ABA maintenance and purchasing decisions.
November 2, 2022
slack adjustor
EV range extended with low rolling resistance tires
Tire experts say to shop for low rolling resistance tires to add range to electric vehicles and to look for wear resistance performance characteristics since EVs wear out tires faster than internal combustion vehicles.
October 31, 2022
Goodyear endurance rsa 17.5 ult tire display
Filters often an unintended casualty of extended intervals, forgetfulness
Joining Matt and Jason on this week's 10-44 is NationaLease Vice President of Truck Technology and Maintenance Joe Puff.
October 27, 2022
mechanic holding an oil filter
Winterizing your fleet will be different this year
Combining a comprehensive annual plan with sophisticated data analytics and maintenance technology can keep trucks on the road and drivers safe during winter.
October 18, 2022
semi truck driving in the snow
Female diesel techs find challenges in entering 'male-dominated industry'
Among the biggest challenges facing female diesel technicians is gaining the respect of their male counterparts.
October 18, 2022
WyoTech student
Why trucking companies need an on-site truck repair shop
In-house maintenance offers time and money savings, more reliability and more options.
October 17, 2022
trucking service bay
More women becoming diesel techs, but not fast enough to meet demand
Leaders in the diesel tech field admit women are often better than men when it comes to working with computers surrounding mechanics, but old stereotypes around gender roles are holding the industry back from attracting women to the field.
October 13, 2022
WyoTech student
How low-viscosity lubricants can boost your organization’s bottom line
Changing your fleet to lower-viscosity lubricant formulations can dramatically lower the total cost of ownership of equipment and help everyone from the maintenance bay to the executive suite.
October 12, 2022
engine oil
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