Denise Rondini

Jul 28, 2024 | automotive-fleet.com | Denise Rondini

With roadside breakdowns, it’s more a matter of when than if, according to Bill Dawson, vice president of maintenance operations and engineering for Ryder. While there are things a fleet can do to try to decrease the number of roadside events, “failures happen in the best of circumstances. Even with the greatest [preventive maintenance] programs, you still are going to have some failures. You are going to have a tire go out. You are going to have an electrical system issue.

Jul 14, 2024 | truckinginfo.com | Denise Rondini

With roadside breakdowns, it’s more a matter of when than if, according to Bill Dawson, vice president of maintenance operations and engineering for Ryder. While there are things a fleet can do to try to decrease the number of roadside events, “failures happen in the best of circumstances. Even with the greatest [preventive maintenance] programs, you still are going to have some failures. You are going to have a tire go out. You are going to have an electrical system issue.

Jun 4, 2024 | fleetmaintenance.com | Denise Rondini

Fleets often use events like International Roadcheck and Brake Safety Week to bolster their vehicle inspection efforts, remind drivers of the importance of completing pre- and post-trip inspections, and even provide additional training on proper inspection procedures. And while those types of events are great opportunities to shine a spotlight on the importance of inspections, the reality is that the importance of proper inspections should be a top priority every day.

May 3, 2024 | fleetmaintenance.com | Denise Rondini

Fleets sometimes ask about the one thing they can do to improve their fuel efficiency. This is a fair question, as fuel prices were the third highest-ranked issue for the trucking industry according to the American Transportation Research Institute’s 2023 Top Industry Issues report. Additionally, 59% of respondents to Motive’s Physical Economy Outlook 2024 report were concerned about the rising cost of insurance, fuel, and maintenance.

Mar 12, 2024 | fleetmaintenance.com | Denise Rondini

A great deal of attention gets focused on tractor maintenance, but too often that same amount of attention is not focused on the trailer. However, a well-maintained trailer is a critical element to the on-time delivery of freight. Because trailers are rarely paired with tractors, drivers may not give them the care they deserve. While there are far fewer components on the trailer than the tractor, they all need proper maintenance.