Before you start painting your wheels, it’s important to prepare the wheels. Using a jack stand, you should remove the wheels from the truck. This will prevent the paint from rubbing against the wheels and could cause uneven paint application. Using a self-etching primer is recommended, since it can help the paint adhere to the …
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If your car has security that you don’t like, you can easily bypass it. One way to do this is by using jumper wires. These wires can be found on the driver’s side door frame. To use them, twist them and cut them to the wires that make up the door lock. The security light …
U-Haul trucks can accommodate up to three people, depending on the model. Most have two front seats for the driver and one for the passenger. If you need more seating, you can add a third passenger seat behind the front seats. However, most people do not need more than two seats. When you’re hiring a …
A truck with running boards is a great way to make it easier to get into and out of the vehicle. Getting into a truck without these boards can be difficult for people who are short. Running boards have a step that is attached to the frame of the vehicle. Some extend automatically as the …
Brokers pay truck drivers in different ways. They can offer a load to a trucker, but they also can charge a driver for their services. For example, a broker may charge a driver $2325 to move a load. Then, if the driver is late delivering the load, the broker might fine the driver. These brokers …
Most truck drivers are on duty for a minimum of eight hours a day. This means that a truck driver works sixty hours in a week. This includes two mandatory breaks at noon and 4:00 pm. After the eight-day period, drivers must rest for at least 10 hours before starting their next duty period. Truck …
One of the most common questions about buying a truck is, “Why buy a new truck?” After all, buying a brand new truck is not always the best investment. If you are looking for the ultimate off-road vehicle, you can consider buying a used one instead. They are often just as good as brand new …
The weight of the trailer will have a significant impact on how much the truck can tow. To determine the maximum towing weight, look at the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of the truck and the trailer. GVWR is the maximum amount that a truck can tow and still perform safely. It also accounts for …
Buying your first commercial truck is a big investment, but it doesn’t have to be too costly. Several different financing options are available to get you started. These include a commercial vehicle loan, which offers flexible terms. You can choose between 12 and 84 months to repay the loan. You may qualify for a loan …
In October, a Colorado judge sentenced a truck driver to 110 years in prison for killing four people in a fiery crash. Rogel Aguilera-Mederos was found guilty of vehicular homicide and four other charges, including assault and reckless driving. A petition signed by nearly 2.8 million people called for a less severe sentence for the …