There are limits to how far your cargo can hang out of a truck. In Connecticut, your cargo can hang out a minimum of three feet in front and rear and four inches in the side. In Florida, however, you are allowed to protrude your cargo up to nine feet. In both states, it’s crucial …
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When driving on the highway, it is important to keep an eye on the vehicle’s engine. When the engine is overheating and the engine temperature is too high, a yellow lamp may illuminate on the instrument panel. This is a warning that you need to stop the engine and perform a regen. The light will …
Distance Alert is a new safety feature introduced by Volvo Trucks that uses radar and camera technology to monitor distances and warn the driver if he is too close to a vehicle ahead. This feature can be useful when driving on motorways and A roads because it reduces the risk of accidents. To turn off …
Ford trucks come in two variants: SRW and DRW. DRW stands for Dual Rear Wheel and is the preferred configuration for heavy-duty towing. Its higher gross vehicle weight contributes to its greater towing capacity. SRW, on the other hand, stands for single rear wheel. The first generation of Ford Super Duty was launched with a …
The height of the bed in a Ford F150 truck varies depending on the model and trim level. The basic model features a 6.5-foot bed. The SuperCrew cab and Raptor models offer more length in their beds. The SuperCab is the most popular version of the truck. The F150 truck is one of the tallest …
Factoring a truck invoice can be beneficial for both shippers and truckers. Factoring companies advance truckers a percentage of the value of their invoice up to 98%. They then handle the billing process and collect payments from customers. Today, cash flow is critical for trucking companies, and the quick cash that a factoring company provides …
Truck regening is an important process for keeping your engine at optimum operating temperature. It may not seem necessary, but it’s a great way to minimize downtime and ensure the smooth operation of your vehicle. The regen process typically takes around 20 minutes. The length of time that a truck needs to idle before completing …
If you are getting annoying texts from Amazon’s Treasure Truck, you can stop receiving them by texting “STOP” to 24193. This will stop the program from sending you messages about deals or free samples. Amazon’s Treasure Truck is a program that allows participants to sign up for text messages about their favorite products. These texts …
If you’ve ever driven in the rain or deep in the water, you’ll know that snorkels are an effective way to remove moisture from the air filter and help the engine run more efficiently. Snorkels are designed to prevent mud from blocking the air ram, allowing cooler air to enter and boost horsepower. You can …
If your truck is blowing white smoke, it is probably caused by one of two issues: oil leaking or an error in the engine control module. Often, the white smoke comes from the engine, and may smell like tar and be bluish in color. This symptom is usually harmless, and will burn off once the …