Whether your fleet company uses telematics systems or relies on drivers to report maintenance issues, fleet vehicle maintenance is an important part of the job. Your fleet is an important and valuable asset crucial to your business’s mission. Preventative maintenance protects this asset. It keeps your fleet in good working order and ensures that vehicles are ready to go when you need them.
Preventative maintenance is especially vital for trucking companies. In fact, the federal government mandates that each motor carrier and intermodal equipment provider (i.e., a company that provides trailers and contracts with carriers to transport them) have a systematic maintenance program in place.
Located about 13 miles southeast of Sacramento, Elk Grove is a relatively small but thriving city in the heart of central California. It was founded in the year 1850 when James and Sarah Hall built a brick stage stop and hotel. That building served as the "center" of Elk Grove.
While COVID-19 numbers are dropping in many parts of the world, the virus itself is still a clear and present danger. Truckers may be more vulnerable to the virus simply because they travel more than workers in other industries. With that in mind, how can you effectively protect yourself and others?
Now that Spring is quickly approaching, it's essential to keep the best truck driver safety tips in mind when hitting the road. Here are the top 5 things to consider before your next route.