Archive: 2020

You are in the cab of your truck and driving along the highway when the worst thing happens… you have an issue with your truck or trailer and realise it is a serious breakdown. Whether or not this is your first breakdown, it is always scary, especially if there are...

Driving a truck is no simple task. It takes time to learn how to safely maneuver this type of vehicle properly, and while you may know the basic rules for sharing the road, there’s no such this as being too safe. Here are 10 safe driving tips for truck drivers.

Driving a commercial truck is very different to driving a personal vehicle, but being a truck driver yourself, you already know that. Your truck is larger, heavier and more difficult to operate, yet you have to share the roads with all kinds of vehicles. In addition ...

It is important to have a procedure in place in the event of an issue or breakdown while on the road. While nobody knows your truck and trailer better than you, you might not be able to fix the issue singlehandedly. What are the most common issues that can go wrong w...

You already know why brakes are essential for your truck: they help you to stop. Without them, you risk having a serious accident on the road, which may include other vehicles. Truck brakes are not only different from car brakes, they are held to a different standard...

No one knows your cab as well as you, and maybe you’re comfortable doing minor repairs on your own, but there are a lot of things that can go wrong with your truck while on the road that you just can’t fix yourself. When you break down, especially when on a job f...

Tires are black and round, but there is a lot more to learn about the key piece of equipment that helps you move your truck from Point A to Point B. From soft or hard rubber to tread patterns, the different components tires are made of, sizes and designs, it can be a...

Breakdowns are expensive and timely, but more importantly, they are very unpredictable and can happen at any time. It’s very unlikely that a breakdown will occur as you’re pulling into the driveway of a truck repair shop, so what are you to do when you’re broke...

Yes, tires are round and black, but there is a lot more you need to know to maintain them and make sure they are safe to drive on. Without tires, your truck and your cargo aren’t going anywhere. Whether it is your first time driving a truck, or you are a seasoned p...