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Your steering system is one of the most important aspects when making sure you can safely and comfortably maneuver your semi-truck. Without a properly working steering system, your vehicle will be less responsive and can cause you to lose control. One of the components of your steering system is the tie rod, which is designed to securely connect your steering gear to the steering knuckle.

Your steering system is one of the most important systems in your semi-truck. It is made up of a series of complex components designed to make sure your commercial vehicle is responsive when you turn the wheel. One of the main components in your semi truck's steering system is the steering gears. The steering gear components of your steering system uses multiple gears that changes a circular motion into lateral movement. The steering gear also makes it easier to move the wheels while under the immense pressure of your truck.

Smooth steering is one of the most important aspects when it comes to driving a semi-truck. Without a properly functioning steering apparatus, you won't be able to control your truck the way that is most safe and comfortable for you. There are several components involved in making sure that you can steer your heavy-duty vehicle without the wheel locking up or shaking. Each of these components plays a role in determining how easily you can turn the steering wheel on such a heavy vehicle without any resistance. If you've been wanting to learn more about each of the components that makes up your steering system, then you've come to the right place. To help you along in your research, our team of trucking experts has put together the following article on each of the parts that make up your big rig's steering system.

Truckers get used to asking the important questions to themselves: "Where is the next gas station?", "What is the speed limit?", and of course, "Where can I grab a bite?". Trucker Path, a trucking technology company, determined the best and worst U.S. highway corridors based on trucker feedback and availability of amenities. Here are the top picks.

It's Spring Brake for the Top Shelf Truck Parts Club members, and I'm not talking about a week off from work in March. I'm talking about the bonafide spring break systems that make your braking safe, efficient and effective.

If you think your job is demanding, try working a trucker's work shift with long hours and time spent away from family. Don't get us wrong, a career in trucking is rewarding but it comes with a price, and since 71% of goods are shipped by truck (CFS), it's time for us all to thank a trucker. National Truck Driver Appreciation Week is September 11-17, 2022 – here are five ways businesses can get involved to show their gratitude.

The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance just wrapped up their latest Brake Safety Week inspections on randomly select commercial vehicles. "During last year's CVSA Brake Safety Week, 12% of the 35,764 vehicles inspected were placed out of service for brake-related issues," said Fred Andersky, Bendix director – demos, sales, and service training.

If you've been following our series on suspension parts, then you know how important it is to make sure your shock absorbers are working properly at all times. Without working shocks, not only will your ride be uneven, you will feel every bump in the road when you are driving. This can cause problems in other areas. For instance, uneven road surface can damage other parts of your suspension system as well as engine components, which can cause unnecessary wear and tear. This means that making sure your shocks are working properly is an incredibly important step when you are ensuring your fleet vehicle is running as intended.

The trucking industry throws out so many abbreviated terms for customers to figure out that it's no wonder why they get confused. When asking the question "Are OE parts the same as OEM?," The short answer is no. We'll give you the long answer including whether OEM parts are the same as aftermarket truck parts and the difference between reman and rebuilt parts. Don't worry, we've got you covered.

At first glance, a career in trucking seems simple: Drive somewhere; pick-up or drop-off cargo and rinse and repeat until your next paycheck, butthis job is hard and isn't for everyone. It requires skill, dedication, calmness, and understanding. It requires exhausting days, long nights and time spent away from family and friends. Being successful at a job in trucking is more than just driving places. Here are five habits of successful truckers.

LEDs have gained in popularity since the 1980s and are today one of the most attractive types of lighting equipment for commercial and passenger vehicles. There are several reasons why truckers should consider installing LED lights on their trucks. For one, they are highly visible. With a side-to-side view, truckers will not have a problem seeing running wildlife, signage, or instabilities in roadways and other drivers will not have issues seeing trucks in passing lanes. They are also long-lasting – 50 times longer than traditional halogen lightbulbs reported by Extra Mile International Inc.

If you've been keeping an eye at our series on suspension systems, then your journey is coming to an end. Last, but certainly not least, we'll be concluding our series with an article on stabilizers. For those that have been researching stabilizers, you've come to the right place. Our experts have put together the following article on the stabilizers in your fleet vehicle's suspension system. Read on to learn more about stabilizers!

Bushings are a small but important feature designed into the suspension system of your truck. If you've been looking into suspensions and the ways in which they help to control vibrations caused by road bumps, then you will want to take a look into what a bushing is. To help you along your way, our experts have put together the following article dedicated to the bushings in your commercial vehicle's suspension system. Read on to learn more about bushings!

Don't jump in your cab just yet! Now that you've inspected your truck for possible maintenance issues, and have made repairs, it's time to check on safety accessories that will be helpful if in an emergency. Sure, you can bring jumper cables, flashlights, batteries, blankets, light snacks, and bottles of water, but we're talking more about those roadside essentials that will let others know that you have a broken-down truck: Triangle kits and road flares. Below, we'll examine the difference between them and discuss whether they are mandatory for drivers to carry in commercial vehicles.

The U.S. Tire Manufacturers Association is excited to promote this year's consumer awareness campaign National Tire Safety Week running from June 27, 2022, through July 3, 2022. According to USTMA's latest press release, "this annual initiative educates motorists about tire care, safety, and maintenance as an important part of road safety."

Now that you've read a little more about your semi-truck's HVAC system, you'll want to be sure you know how some of the individual components work. In this post we'll be discussing how the condenser unit works in your commercial truck's air conditioning unit. To help you learn more about your HVAC unit, our panel of experts have put together the following information on condensers.

The suspension system is one of the most important systems in your semi-truck. A proper suspension system contributes to the handling and stability of a vehicle while you're driving. Without a working suspension system, you'll have difficulty supporting the load being hauled by the truck.

Parents are rejoicing across the nations as kids prepare to go back to school, and while children may feel differently, there is lots to be done prior to the kick-off of the first day of classes. And school bus drivers are no exception. Bus drivers need to inspect their fleet vehicles prior to the first day of school and replace parts like mirrors, doors, lighting equipment and shock absorbers that may be wearing out or damaged. Furthermore, they should consider installing advanced technologies (ADAS) that are proven to increase safety and reduce the chances of accidents.