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Trucks Gain Capacity and Fuel Efficiency by Going Slow

Fuel consumption increases by 0.1 miles per gallon for every mile-per-hour increase in speed over 55

Article • June 23rd, 2012

The FuelMate line of trailers are independently mounted on the frame with spring-loaded bolts for maximum vibration control and easy access for repairs. 500-, 750- and 1,000-gal. standard capacities with custom-built models available Tub baffle...

Product • May 30th, 2012

Biodiesel Puts Fleets in the Green

Biodiesel is more than a fad as contractors discover the benefits and develop experience with this alternative fuel source.

Article • May 23rd, 2012

Telogis and Fleet Core Introduce New Card to Pay for Fuel and Improve Fuel Management

The Telogis Universal Premium Fleet Card powered by FleetCor provides a convenient way for fleets and businesses to pay for fuel and also helps to improve reporting and reduce fuel card abuse when matched with the new fuel management module for...

Press Release • May 23rd, 2012

Wheels: The Nuts and Bolts of Proper Maintenance

Ensure proper maintenance of wheels under the driver safety measurement system within the 2010 Compliance, Safety, Accountability (CSA) program

Article • May 23rd, 2012

Three Steps to Maximum Truck-Tire Life

How to manage tire pressure, alignment and visual inspections to boost your return on investment in commercial- truck rubber

Article • May 14th, 2012

Cold Planer Attachment Maintenance for Best Performance

Manufacturers design cold planer attachments to require minimal maintenance. Unfortunately, this has led to many operators completely ignoring most maintenance functions with their picks.

Article • May 7th, 2012

Cummins Designs Smallest Diesel for Minimal Maintence

In addition to a maintenance-free exhaust catalyst, the 2.8-liter QSF2.8 needs no gear-train or accessory service

Press Release • April 19th, 2012

When It's Time to Let Go...

There comes a point in the service life of every machine when it's no longer practical for it to continue in use.

Article • April 12th, 2012

LiuGong and Cummins Form Engine Service Alliance

Under the alliance, LiuGong dealers will have the opportunity to become Cummins Service Providers

Press Release • April 10th, 2012

Heavy-duty Filters

Luber-finer has added 140 heavy-duty filtration products for use in on-road and off-road applications. Includes 64 fuel filters, 24 hydraulic filters, 17 lube filters and three coolant filters 31 air filters and 1 gasket kit available Designed...

Product • April 10th, 2012

Water Contamination Wreaks Havoc

All fuels contain some water in suspension. But unlike gasoline, diesel fuel is less refined and will hold a much larger amount. This water can cause severe problems with water separators on the equipment. It can also cause the fuel injector tips to...

Article • March 22nd, 2012

Video: Serviceability Features of the Cat F Series Backhoe

How Caterpillar is saving maintenance time and effort on fuel filters, cooler cleaning, jump starting and adjusting extendible sticks

Video • March 21st, 2012

Fuel-based GPS Tracking Technology

Zonar's Fuel-Based GPS Tracking Technology reports latitude, longitude, time, odometer and fuel wirelessly

Product • March 14th, 2012

Chevron Corp

Chevron Products Company is a division of a wholly owned subsidiary of the Chevron Corporation. A full line of lubrication and coolant products are marketed through this organization under the Chevron, Texaco and Caltex brand names.

Company • March 1st, 2012

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