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New and used are pretty simple concepts to grasp. But remanufactured and rebuilt? When it comes to heavy-duty replacement parts, they're two different things altogether. Todd Kindem from ArvinMeritor's Commercial Vehicle Aftermarket group expla
Even a truck that’s sitting for weeks or months needs regular maintenance. Some items are obvious, like the batteries and tires. Others aren't, like the A/C system. But flipping on the air conditioner or defroster will lubricate seals in the co
Temperature has a big impact on tires, and specifically, tire pressure. Haul from 90 degrees and sunny to 10 below and nasty and your tires will lose roughly 10 psi. That's why Tim Miller from Goodyear says you should check your inflation press
Keeping your air system clean and moisture-free is one of those quick and easy tasks almost anyone can do. Drain your tanks daily, watch for unusual amounts of moisture, and when necessary, replace your air dryer with one that meets the OE spec
Tim Miller from Goodyear on what every owner-operator should know about tire maintenance and roadside assistance.
Tips for maintaining factory-installed HVAC.
Tips for spec'ing factory-installed HVAC for your truck.
Podcast 9 of 9 to support the introduction of Meritor WABCO's OnGuard Collision Safety System. There's no substitute for a skilled, alert driver. OnGuard, Meritor WABCO's collision safety system, can give the driver the split second he needs to
Podcast 8 of 9 to support the introduction of Meritor WABCO's OnGuard Collision Safety System. Collision safety systems have a proven track record in Europe and elsewhere, in large part because of WABCO, Meritor WABCO's parent company. Jon Morr
Podcast 7 of 9 to support the introduction of Meritor WABCO's OnGuard Collision Safety System. You can say that OnGuard, Meritor WABCO's collision safety system, applies reliable, proven vehicle control technologies in a new way. Jon Morrison,
Podcast 6 of 9 to support the introduction of Meritor WABCO's OnGuard Collision Safety System. One of the surprising things about OnGuard, Meritor WABCO's collision safety system, is how straightforward it is in terms of hardware and maintenanc
Podcast 5 of 9 to support the introduction of MeritorWABCO's OnGuard Collision Safety System. OnGuard, Meritor WABCO's collision safety system, is the next step in a progression of vehicle control technologies. Alan Korn, director of engineerin
Podcast 4 of 9 to support the introduction of MeritorWABCO's OnGuard Collision Safety System. False alarms are a common complaint about radar-based collision warning systems. OnGuard, Meritor WABCO's collision safety system, uses advanced algor
Podcast 3 of 9 to support the introduction of MeritorWABCO's OnGuard Collision Safety System. OnGuard is an active collision safety system, not a passive system. Alan Korn, director of engineering with Meritor WABCO, explains the difference. ww
Podcast 2 of 9 to support the introduction of MeritorWABCO's OnGuard Collision Safety System. One of the great things about OnGuard is how intuitive it is to use, as well as the valuable feedback it can offer the driver. Here's Bryan Murphy, se
Podcast 1 of 9 to support the introduction of MeritorWABCO's OnGuard Collision Safety System. One question fleets have about OnGuard is how their drivers will feel about it. Here's Mark Melletat, manager of marketing and customer support at Mer
There was a time when few people were concerned about brakes on the steer axle because they weren't a regulatory requirement. Today, the steer axle is the focus of a proposal to shorten stopping distances of commercial trucks. (This show origin
There are roughly 40 different idle-reduction products available for class-8 commercial trucks today, all promising to power climate control systems and appliances without using the big motor under the hood. But what if you could do all that wi
An interview with Enno Jakobson of Challenger Motor Freight on technologies designed to help drivers stay alert on the highway. The show airs this week on LandLine Now, XM radio channel 171.
Tire manufacturers are constantly looking for ways to minimize rolling resistance, the drag effect that tires have on your truck. The simplest approach is to use a shallower depth of tread. Following the rollout of a new line of fuel efficient
Do your part to clean up the environment: change the fresh air filter on your cab's HVAC system. The filter not only keeps these contaminants out of the cab, it stops them from interfering with the performance of your heater and air conditioner
The average annual driver turnover rate at truckload carriers is more than 130%. Two researchers dissect the formula behind the numbers. Time: 6:55; size: 6.3 Mb. Includes interviews with Linda Gauthier of the Canadian Trucking Human Resources
While most truck owners want to reduce engine idling, hear from one owner-operator who's running 100% idle-free -- without sacrificing comfort or breaking the bank. Time: 8:07; size: 7.4 Mb. Sources: Robert Jordan. Also, Brian Lawrence of Xantr
The big engine under the hood isn't built for sitting still. That's why truck owners are turning to auxiliary power units, or APUs, for a seamless source of energy when the truck isn't moving. Time: 8:42; size: 8 Mb. Includes an interview with
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