According to tire experts, steer tires are the most critical tires on your truck. Period. Steer tires handle the brunt of the truck’s weight when braking and cornering. They determine your steering and handling performance entirely. Long story short: When picking out steer tires for your rig, you won’t want to compromise on the treads… Read more »
They come without warning. Blowouts can happen to anyone at any time. For truckers, the damage caused by blowouts can be irreversible. Fortunately, reliable tires can make all the difference in preventing blowouts. The Michelin Xline Energy Z, for example, has been shown to outlast competitor tires by 20%. To get ahead of blowouts with… Read more »
The annual CVSA Roadcheck sends a surge of safety awareness throughout the carrier industry. For those prepared carriers, the Roadcheck presents a great opportunity to self-evaluate. For carriers caught unprepared, as many as 19% end up sidelined. To keep your rig safe and en route, here are the 2024 CVSA International Roadcheck details. Details… Read more »
2024 is looking to be a revolutionary year for tire technology. With vendors like Michelin standing at the forefront of pioneering new tech, carriers can expect substantial changes in how they roll… including Michelin airless tires. Here are the top tech tire trends to look for in 2024. Michelin Airless Tires You read that… Read more »
Transport Topics highlighted the volatility of fuel prices in a recent Tweet: Fuel’s ups and downs have left many carriers dizzied by an erratic market, but not all have had to pinch their pennies. Resourceful carriers are finding ways to cut fuel costs and beat the market, getting ahead on trucking’s most essential expense. Here’s… Read more »
From 2021 to 2023, tire prices have increased 21.4%… and they’re rising. Image courtesy of DOT-ready.com. Demand and inflation have propelled tire prices to crushing heights for carriers nationwide. As truckers seek to cope, many have scoured the market for pricing solutions on credible tire brands. Fortunately, the ECS tire program provides competitive… Read more »
As fuel prices gradually climb again, many carriers seek to outpace trends by cutting fuel costs. Fuel cards are the best way to save at the pump (just check out this article to see why ), but optimizing your truck for fuel efficiency is another fantastic way to save on your most significant expense. Here’s… Read more »
You might already know that the cold can send chills down your wallet when paying for fuel… but do you know how much the cold weather affects fuel? The US Department of Energy has concluded the following on fuel efficiency in cold weather: In gasoline-powered vehicles, most can expect to sustain a 10% to 20%… Read more »
One day after the new year, cargo thieves ravaged Memphis with a slew of thefts, including an armed robbery of a FedEx delivery truck. Tragically, experts are anticipating this kickoff is on par for 2024. “[Cargo theft] continues to trend upward, and there are no signs whatsoever that it’s going to slow down anytime soon,”… Read more »
As winter takes the US by storm(s) for the first few weeks of January, many carriers are interested in knowing if they should expect severe weather throughout the winter of 2023-2024. The NOAA provides helpful forecasts to help determine what can be expected in the winter months. Though these forecasts are instructive, weather can be… Read more »
