If your truck has two dead batteries, it can be difficult to jump start a diesel engine. Luckily, there is a step-by-step guide that will make it easy. The first step is to make sure that your truck is in park. Next, you should make sure that the other vehicle is in neutral. Once you …
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The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration requires truck drivers to maintain their log books for the past 13 days. If the hours do not match, drivers can be fined. To avoid these fines, drivers should make it a habit to fill out logbooks on a daily basis. While the Department of Transportation does not check …
Narrow aisle forklift trucks are made to maneuver through tight spaces, such as confined warehouse aisles. They feature articulating forks that can grab loads on both sides of the aisle. They are also available in stand-up-rider and three-wheel models. Narrow aisle forklifts are available with a range of lift heights, but they are most commonly …
According to the CFS, in 2017, approximately 35.3% of the total value of shipments moved by truck travelled less than 50 miles. In addition, 57.9% of the tons moved by truck traveled less than 50 miles. However, the percentage of trucks moving less than 50 miles varied widely among states. Tennessee, for example, had a …
Chipping your truck is a common practice in the automotive industry that can increase the horsepower and torque of your truck. The chip overlays new signals into your vehicle’s electronic control unit (ECU). This can transform your truck into a powerful racing machine. However, it is important to note that you should only attempt this …
A service body, also called a utility bed or truck bed, is a mobile storage space for tools, equipment, and supplies. Having one makes keeping equipment and supplies organized, accessible, and protected much easier. It also makes your business look more professional. Service bodies are made from steel or aluminum. Steel is typically stronger, but …
With food trucks becoming more popular in the U.S., many entrepreneurs are wondering how to start their own food truck. It’s a business that can provide a healthy return on investment. But before you get started, there are a few important steps to follow. These include creating a business plan. This document should include your …
GMC trucks come equipped with remote start technology, allowing you to start your truck without using your key fob. Typically, this feature only works when you have enough fuel to start the truck, so it can be useful when you need to get into a tight spot. To use this feature, you need to hold …
Your GMC Sierra may shut down randomly while driving. This is not always a sign of a serious problem, and there are a variety of things that can cause this problem. The most common is running out of fuel. Here are some things to check if your truck is shutting down unexpectedly. What Would Cause …
There are many reasons why new trucks are so expensive right now, and some of them are related to the U.S. government’s decision to impose a 25% import tariff on trucks. This decision dates back to a trade dispute with Europe in the 1960s. The European Economic Community raised tariffs on American chicken, and President …