As cyclones, hurricanes, and other extreme weather events become increasingly frequent, their impacts are being felt across industries, particularly those that depend on supply chains and trucking. Supply chains, which bring goods from the manufacturer to the consumer, are being disrupted as roads are closed, ports are shut down, and {...}
Truck crashes are a serious problem on our roads, but not many people are aware of just how many of these accidents occur every year. The surprising number of truck crashes is a shocking statistic that highlights the need for increased safety measures on our roads. This article looks at {...}
Having a healthy driver is just as important in the trucking industry as having a healthy truck. When a truck breaks down you place priority on getting truck parts to repair it so that is back up and running efficiently. The same concept applies to your drivers. If you are {...}
What is fishtailing? A fishtail is when the trailer of a low loader begins to swing from side to side. This can be caused by a number of factors but is most often due to improper loading or unbalanced loads. Fishtailing can be dangerous and can cause the load to {...}
Every year, there are half a million semi-truck accidents in the US. Alone. That’s why, just like passenger cars, these massive vehicles need to be crash tested to ensure they are safe for public roads. Swedish Cab Strength Test Besides the typical crashed impact trials every car undergoes, there are {...}
Alex The Trucking Guy recently discussed some of the challenges of what being a truck driver is actually like. Trucking isn’t that hard. All you do is drive, right? Alex: “No, no, no. We work between 60 and 70 hours a week, every single week. Sometimes I can’t find a {...}
If you own or operate a truck parts business, you’re probably feeling the pinch of the economic downturn in the truck parts market. While the trucking industry as a whole has been hit hard by the recession, truck parts businesses have been particularly affected. One reason for this is that {...}
The economy and how it works is a concept that everybody should have some knowledge about. An economic depression is something that will affect all industries, including the Auckland Truck Parts Market. What Is An Economic Depression? An economic depression is a prolonged and severe downturn in economic activity. It {...}
Low Loaders Are Versatile And Can Be Used For A Variety Of Tasks A low loader is a versatile piece of equipment that can be used for a variety of tasks. Low loaders are typically used to transport heavy loads, such as construction equipment or farm machinery, but they can {...}
A construction tipper is a type of truck that is used to transport construction materials. It is a specialized truck that is designed to transport heavy loads. When choosing a construction tipper, it is important to consider the type of truck that will best suit your needs. There are many {...}