PM schedules, DOT inspections and keeping work trucks on the road
Picking a fleet diesel repair shop is about more than the nearest bay. Learn what certifications, turnaround times, record-keeping, and downtime math actually separate a shop worth keeping from one that'll cost you miles.
A complete DOT annual inspection checklist for fleet managers, built around FMCSA 49 CFR §396.17. Covers required systems, who can sign off, record retention, costs, and how to fold it into your PM program.
CSA scores decide which fleets get pulled for audits, pay more for insurance, and lose freight contracts. Here's how FMCSA's Safety Measurement System calculates your BASIC percentiles — and what the 2026 methodology changes mean for your operation.
A solid fleet maintenance program turns surprise breakdowns into planned shop visits. Here's how to set PM intervals, meet FMCSA record rules, and cut unplanned downtime that eats into your bottom line.
Oil, fuel filters, coolant, glow plugs — keeping a diesel healthy between shop visits
Injectors, turbos, fuel systems and what those trouble codes actually mean
DPF regens, DEF, EGR and SCR — how the emissions system works and fails
Motorhomes, tractors and farm diesel — service that comes to the field
Power Stroke vs Cummins vs Duramax, used-truck checks and ownership costs
What common diesel repairs cost and how to compare quotes
Emissions testing, delete laws and inspection rules by state
