Truck kingpins are large, steel pins that connect the steer axle to the steering knuckle. They protrude from the axle on either the top or bottom. The kingpin’s job is to prevent steering play, and they are crucial for keeping the steering system in proper alignment. A faulty truck kingpin can cause a variety of …
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There are many different ways to earn money as a truck broker. You can get paid a flat fee for each load, or you can negotiate a commission based on the difference between the load price and the price the broker receives from the client. A freight broker must be aggressive in the negotiation process …
If you are in the market for a midsize pickup truck, fuel economy should be a top priority. Fortunately, there are many midsize trucks with excellent fuel economy. For example, Toyota Tacomas and Ford Rangers are among the most fuel-efficient trucks on the road today. For those who want to save money on gas, the …
The back of a moving truck is called the “bed”. It is the portion of the truck where cargo is loaded and hauled. The bed is made of several materials, and should be suited for the type of cargo being hauled. Some people add toolboxes and accessories to their truck beds. Others choose a flatbed …
Ice Cream trucks visit specific neighborhoods and areas at certain times. They usually visit busy neighborhoods in the afternoon and evening. If you know where the trucks are going to be, you can position yourself near them so that you can buy ice cream whenever they pass. But, be aware that not all ice cream …
We’ve seen a drone fly over the Tesla Fremont plant, and now we’re getting a better idea of what the Tesla Truck will look like. While we haven’t seen the full truck yet, it does have the familiar shape of a large pickup truck. The front end is less angular and features four strips of …
Oil changes are a crucial part of maintaining a semi truck. A semi truck’s engine needs oil changes at least every 25,000 miles. However, the correct oil change interval for your semi truck may vary depending on a number of factors. These factors include age of the vehicle, engine condition, type of oil used, and …
The Truck Race was a fascinating event last weekend with dramatic finishes. The leaders traded positions in the early stages but opted to pit in the final stages, as the leaders made their moves. In stage one, Busch and Ankrum were the top two. In stage two, however, the lead changed hands several times and …
The size of a dump truck plays a crucial role in determining how much material it can carry. A full-size truck can carry between 12 and 16 cubic yards of materials. Smaller versions of these trucks, called standard dump trucks, can carry six to twelve cubic yards of material. To calculate the cubic yard capacity …
A semi truck is a truck with a combined chassis, power and load carrying capacity. It also has a separate trailer. This combination of features is called a semi-tractor-trailer, which is a common colloquial term for a semi-truck and trailer. Semi trucks were originally called trucks, but were later referred to as tractors. Semi-trucks are …