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5 Tips to Prevent a Truck Breakdown
The truth is keeping your truck reliable also means keeping it affordable. Let’s start by putting that in real-world terms.
Sep 1, 20193 min read
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Winter Driving Tips for Truck Drivers
This article was originally featured on TeamRunSmart.com. Winter is right around the corner which means it’s time to refresh yourself on...
Apr 1, 20197 min read
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How to File a 2290 Tax Form
Form 2290 is the Heavy Highway Vehicle Use Tax Return. Any person operating a vehicle weighing more than 55,000 pounds is required to...
Mar 25, 20194 min read
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The Importance of the Pre-trip Truck Inspection
Every truck driver should know how to conduct a pre-trip truck inspection. However, many don’t take the time to go through this...
Mar 1, 20194 min read
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How to Winterize Diesel Fuel
If you operate in the northern half of the United States, diesel winterization should be a priority to keep you moving through the cold...
Nov 11, 20184 min read
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Old Dogs and New Tricks
Things evolve. To paraphrase the great Red Greene - I am old. I can change if I have to. It does seem that the older I get the harder it...
Jun 3, 20182 min read
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Preventative Maintenance as a Form of Asset Management
Preventive Maintenance done on a regular basis and performed properly puts the owner-operator in charge. It drives costs down while...
Mar 1, 20184 min read
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5 Things You Need to Know Before Switching to CNG
CNG is produced both domestically and worldwide at a relatively low cost and it burns cleaner than diesel fuels.
Dec 21, 20153 min read
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Preventing Truck Rollovers
Originally published by TrueNorth Companies. Truck rollovers happen every day in the trucking industry, but they don't have to. Read on...
Oct 11, 20153 min read
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Save Your Tires; Improve Your Fuel Mileage
Two of the biggest costs in the trucking industry are fuel and tires. They are some of the expenses that eat into your profits more than...
Jul 11, 20153 min read
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Tips for Passing Your Next DOT Roadside Truck Inspection
If you plan ahead and prepare, you’ll pass your roadside inspection with flying colors in no time!
Jun 20, 20153 min read
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Understanding Tire Rolling Resistance
Any wheeled vehicle that is coasting will slow down gradually due to rolling resistance. A steel-wheeled vehicle such as a locomotive...
Oct 1, 20142 min read
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TBN: Does Your Truck Need an Antacid?
Most of us decide to put things in our bodies that we probably shouldn’t. When you eat a big huge chili dog with extra onions, you may...
Sep 11, 20142 min read
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Maximize Efficiency for Bigger Savings
A well-paying load is important, but long-term profits are built by looking at all areas of your trucking business. Owner-operators can...
Aug 15, 20145 min read
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How to Find the Engine Sweet Spot
We know you’ve heard this time and again, slow down to get better fuel mileage, but it’s not that simple. Getting the best fuel mileage...
Jul 22, 20142 min read
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Boost Your Fuel Mileage
There will always be several factors you have minimal control over with your expenses, but fuel is one thing that you can control.
May 1, 20142 min read
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Tips for Fuel Efficiency from Schneider National
With 2,000 owner-operators and 11,100 company drivers, Schneider National is one of the largest carriers in North America. To stay ahead...
Jan 15, 20142 min read
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Winter Tire Tips
Preparing for winter starts with a maintenance policy Fleets and drivers should always have a well-written maintenance policy in place....
Jan 5, 20143 min read
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Calculating the Cheapest Fuel
Understanding your carrier’s fuel tax policy is the key, so you can buy diesel in the least expensive states for you.
Dec 30, 20133 min read
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How Oil Analysis Pinpoints Engine Performance Issues
Oil is a vital component of your truck’s engine as it affects reliability, fuel consumption, efficiency, and your bottom line....
Dec 26, 20132 min read
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