Originally appeared in Commercial Carrier Journal. In the past few months, the cost of diesel has gone through the roof. After surviving the chaotic uncertainty of tariffs in 2025, procurement teams and maintenance directors have spent most of the first half of 2026 contending with fuel costs nearly 100% higher […]
Tires
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It’s officially summer—is your fleet ready to take the heat? Whether you’re diligent about your PMs or need the occasional reminder, the start of summer is your sign to prepare your fleet for soaring temperatures and sweltering humidity. These extreme conditions take a toll, so it’s vital to understand what you need to pay a little more attention to when the calendar flips to June. Otherwise, you could be […]
Every fleet is feeling the squeeze of rising costs and stagnant rates, meaning few can afford to leave anything on the table when it comes to finding ways to save. You might not realize it, but poor maintenance management could be causing you to bleed cash, as insufficient attention to […]
Tires account for only 2% of a fleet’s operating budget, but tire wear can hurt fuel economy, and fuel represents 28% of operating costs. Paying close attention to inflation pressures can improve fuel efficiency and keep costs in check.
Joe Puff’s latest blog in a series on tire selection and maintenance covers the importance of tire casing management programs. The longer life you can get out of your tires, without ever compromising safety, depends on tire selection and your fleet’s maintenance practices. And that includes having a robust tire […]
It seems as though tires may be the laggard when it comes to adopting the latest truck technology…but not for long. Truck technology is advancing at a fast pace and the end is nowhere in sight. As of now, electronic components within today’s newer trucks “communicate” with fleet owners and […]
When it comes to your tire pressure, over- and under-inflation each have their consequences, according to NationaLease’s Joe Puff. In a recent CCJ blog “The basics of tire inflation”, Joe Puff, vice president of truck technology and maintenance for NationaLease, discusses how to ensure that your truck tires are properly […]