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Stopping Distances and Fuel Economy: Where Does the Balance Lie for Fleet Operators?

Envase Technologies

Consumer Reports’ findings argued that one of the major factors behind the reduced stopping distances in hybrid and electric vehicles was their use of low-rolling resistance tires. These are tires that improve fuel economy and EV range by reducing the amount of friction created between the tire and the road.

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Stopping Distances and Fuel Economy: Where Does the Balance Lie for Fleet Operators?

Envase Technologies

Consumer Reports’ findings argued that one of the major factors behind the reduced stopping distances in hybrid and electric vehicles was their use of low-rolling resistance tires. These are tires that improve fuel economy and EV range by reducing the amount of friction created between the tire and the road.

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Fleet Maintenance: How to Maintain Your Fleet’s Efficiency and Minimize Downtime

GlobalTranz

Commercial trucks lead a taxing existence. That’s why it’s crucial to follow an effective fleet maintenance plan to ensure trucks stay serviceable. A good program ensures every time a driver takes a truck out, that truck has received the necessary attention. That means tires, transmission, brakes, windows, etc.

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Equipment Refurbishment vs. Reconditioning [Differences, Benefits, Costs]

Conger

For example, paper mills often use higher-capacity indoor cushion tire forklifts with paper roll clamps. These specialized trucks are not produced in large quantities each year, leading to supply and demand challenges. For many forklift trucks, breakdowns tend to occur around the 10,000-hour mark.

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Equipment Refurbishment vs. Reconditioning [Differences, Benefits, Costs]

Conger

For example, paper mills often use higher-capacity indoor cushion tire forklifts with paper roll clamps. These specialized trucks are not produced in large quantities each year, leading to supply and demand challenges. For many forklift trucks, breakdowns tend to occur around the 10,000-hour mark.

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Equipment Refurbishment vs. Reconditioning [Differences, Benefits, Costs]

Conger

For example, paper mills often use higher-capacity indoor cushion tire forklifts with paper roll clamps. These specialized trucks are not produced in large quantities each year, leading to supply and demand challenges. For many forklift trucks, breakdowns tend to occur around the 10,000-hour mark.

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Warehouse Labor Woes Are Worse than Ever

Logistics Viewpoints

Contract logistics – companies that provide warehousing services – certainly falls into that category. The US Department of Labor does not split out job openings for truck drivers versus openings for warehouse workers. But anecdotally it appears hiring truck drivers is even more difficult than hiring warehouse workers.

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