If you’re driving a car, you probably know the speed limit. But what about a 18-wheeler? The answer to that question is important because these rigs share the road with passenger vehicles. It’s important to know the limits of these rigs to ensure your safety on the road. You may be surprised to learn that …
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We’ve all heard the term “What oil is the thickest?” But what exactly is it? We know that it can be anything from water to honey, but what is the actual reason for the difference? It has to do with how it maintains lubrication at high temperatures. And we know that motor oil can change …
Before packing your sofa for moving, you should measure its length and width to make sure it will fit inside the truck. The width and depth should include the edge of the seating cushion and the back cushion. The height should also be measured and recorded. It is important to protect your couch from damage …
While all semi trucks have their strengths, there is no single best power plant. Usually, a truck with 400 horsepower or more is the best choice for hauling heavy loads. There are other factors to consider, such as fuel economy, aerodynamics and weight. The world’s most powerful truck, the Volvo FH16, has a torque of …
A flat nose semi has the advantage of allowing the truck to carry a longer trailer while staying within the length restrictions of the federal highway system. This type of truck has a more bumpy ride because the driver sits over the front wheels. On the other hand, a conventional-nosed truck has a standard-length hood, …
You can be charged with abandonment if you decide to leave your truck behind and don’t return it to the trucking company. This charge is usually very expensive, so truck drivers need to be very careful about abandoning their loads. Many times, the company will simply require them to return the truck to their location. …
Displacement is the shortest distance between an object’s initial position and its final location. It is a vector quantity, with units of meter and time. The variable determining displacement is the initial velocity, the final velocity, and acceleration. In general, displacement is positive. Let’s apply this formula to an example. Consider an object that’s traveling …
As the name implies, the most reliable semi truck engine is the one that provides optimal performance for the vehicle. These engines are also the ones with the right features for the truck, including the ability to maintain a consistent fuel consumption. It is important to choose the most reliable engine to avoid any downtime, …
To put a camper on a half-ton pickup, the truck must have a payload capacity at least 1,000 pounds higher than the camper itself. You will have additional weight due to occupants, gear, water, and the trailer hitch. Half-ton pickups are ideal for ultra-light slide-ins, while three-quarter-ton models are a good choice for medium-size cabovers. …
In the context of the airline industry, fleet size refers to the total number of aeroplanes under the same ownership or control. It may include aircraft belonging to different organizational structures, as in the case of charter airlines that provide short-term rentals. American Airlines is arguably the largest airline in the world, and its fleet …