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According to Overdrive Magazine, diesel prices have jumped over a quarter per gallon from a week ago. Some locations around the country, such as California, are selling diesel at $6.00 per gallon according to ProMiles. With the soaring prices of diesel, and the Russia-Ukraine invasion going on with no end in sight, truckers want to know how they can save money at the diesel pumps. Here are a few tips to help truck drivers save money during this difficult time.

Wheel separation may sound like something from the Final Destination films, but it is a real thing – and a real problem for truckers. Wheel-offs is one of the most common causes of wheel accidents by big rigs that could be easily avoided if truckers would perform routine maintenance work on their wheel end systems. In this blog post, we will discuss pre-load settings vs. end play. Let's get started.

More often than not, the word "value" has a negative connotation attached with it. When we think of the word, other words like "cheap" come to mind, butthat's not what Match Made is as a brand. Searching for truck parts online can be time-consuming and frustrating especially if you don't find the price point you are hoping for when shopping online on different websites - but that's where Match Made jumps into action.

The harsh winter climate can negatively affect the performance of vehicles, and often, heavy-duty vehicles have trouble getting their engines up-and-running in the cold. Rotating electric parts, like starters and alternators, may be the reason why. To find out, drivers will need to test the parts (along with the battery) to see which part(s) needs replacement before making long haul trips. Here's what drivers should know.

At some point in our driving careers, we realize our vehicle isn't exactly driving straight – or to put it in better terms, driving straight doesn't mean the steering wheel always looks straight. If you've been through it then you know what I'm talking about.

Cold weather can negatively affect the performance of trucks on the road including a decrease in fuel mileage. But what truck drivers may not consider is how the cold weather affects tire pressure. Proactive tire maintenance is a must for combating the harsh winter climate. Here's what drivers need to know about cold weather and tire PSI.

Last year, the United States Census Bureau reported that the U.S. shipments of goods in 2017 reached 12.5 billion tons equating to $14.5 trillion. Trucks as a single mode of transportation accounted for 70 percent, or roughly 8.8 billion tons ($10.4 trillion). Thanks to the pandemic, more people are staying indoors and shopping online – but what are they buying and asking truck drivers to haul? Here are the top five moving commodities that people are purchasing.

Whether you're out driving a truck or maintaining a fleet of them, chances are you're familiar with Meritor. A powerhouse in both the OE and aftermarket, Meritor doesn't just have one specialty — they are a global supplier of axle, brake, and suspension solutions for both the transportation and industrial sectors.

Driving a big rig in the middle of rush hour comes with its own set of challenges, and now, truck drivers are faced with a new kind of stress: driving in the snow. When it comes to driving through snow and ice, it's true what they say that slow and steady wins the race. For truckers to make it safely from Point A to Point B, they will need to act smart, not quickly. Here's what semi-truck drivers need to do to safely drive through snowy conditions.

Sure, you probably know the basics about the trucking industry if asked to explain: It involves big rigs and people traveling miles to carry large loads from Point A to Point B. But there is more to the freight industry than you think.

Most of today's commercial fleet drivers choose to drive heavy-duty vehicles with air brake systems, and it is no wonder why: air brakes are cost-effective, environmentally friendly and more reliable than traditional braking systems. These drivers rely on clean air filters in their system to protect their vehicles avoid brake failure, and to ensure that the system works properly, drivers trust air dryers to rid harmful pollutants, such as oil and moisture, that can potentially reach the supply tank and damage air valves, air brakes, and even the engine.

In 2020, the Department of Transportation declared that 30 percent of commercial truck crashes were due to brake failure. While some of the issues involved malfunctions within air brake systems, other reasons for brake failure boil down to lack of maintenance. Keep reading to learn the main causes of brake failure in semi-trucks including what will happen when brakes suddenly fail.

Every industry has its myths and misconceptions. But for fleet owners and truck drivers, hanging onto misinformation can cost you and your business money, part life, and precious uptime. One of the most common misconceptions in trucking revolves around two terms — rebuilding and remanufactured, or "reman," as it's more popularly referred to.

You see those rubber things dangling from trucks? Those are mud flaps, and they aren't just for show. Mud flaps, also known as splash guards, serve as a protective shield on semi-trucks – keeping dirt, rust and grime off undercarriage parts while defending truck's paint from kicked-up rocks. While some would argue that mud flaps are not necessary, others would highly suggest installing them across all heavy-duty vehicles as they have been shown to reduce drag by 8 percent (via a study from UT-Chattanooga SimCenter)– with the right material, of course.

For most people, it's that period of time in between Thanksgiving and Christmas where serious holiday decorating begins. But for America's backbone, the hard-working men and women in the trucking industry, it's the busiest time of the year with retail and grocery deliveries that need to happen all over the country.

Snow chains are some of the most essential winter accessories for truckers to carry on their big rigs throughout the chilly months. In fact, many states require drivers to carry them and will slap fines on truckers who do not obey chain laws. Installing snow chains on semi-trucks and other commercial vehicles is simple – so easy that it can be done in less than 10 minutes on the side of the road, if necessary.

While most Americans will be enjoying a few days or an extended vacation during the December holidays, truck drivers and transportation workers don't typically have the same luxury. Long-haul and last mile delivery drivers work long hours from before till after the holiday season, ensuring that goods and groceries get delivered and stocked in time, often missing time and celebrations with their own loved ones.

Truckers are busy on the road helping Santa deliver toys to the good girls and boys, and while they are hard at work, they may not have noticed that the weather has turned from tolerable to chilly. Some parts of the country are already experiencing snow on roadways and accidents. (Don't let this be you.) While we offer solutions for how to winterize your big rig, we also want to share our list of the top 5 truck parts to maintain this winter. Keep reading to see the list.