Keeping fresh oil is the most important thing a truck driver and/or owner can do to get the longest possible lifespan out of their motor. On the other hand, not keeping up with them will cause a ton of problems that will cost you tenfold in the future. It’s the blood that runs through the […]
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Emergencies shouldn’t be Preventable
J&M Trailer and Truck Repair offers 24/7 emergency services for anything ranging from flat tires to electrical problems to anything in between, but this shouldn’t be the preferred method for servicing a rig. On-road emergencies cost precious delivery time and are extremely inconvenient. These types of breakdowns happen, but many detrimental accidents that can be […]
Increasing Fuel Efficiency and Truck Life
It may seem easier to fill up more frequently than to upgrade fuel efficiency, but this treats only the symptoms and not the cause. By increasing fuel efficiency, you are actually saving money on fuel, repairs, and increasing the life of trucks and trailers. It is important to look at all the things leading to […]
Is there a way to Reduce Tire Cost?
Outfitting vehicles with tires can cost an arm and a leg if they’ve been neglected. If safety, efficiency, and cost savings are of high concern however, it is imperative to work with an outfitter that offers rotations, alignments, and balancing. These precautions not only guarantee maximum performance, they greatly reduce the frequency of having to […]
Big Truck Safety on the Open Road
There’s no getting around one unavoidable fact: tractor trailers are dangerous. That’s not an indictment but rather a simple, obvious statement. Tractor trailers are very large and very heavy. They take a comparatively long time to slow down on the highway, and they have a great deal of momentum while in motion. Of course, this […]