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When buying a Grille Guard, there are a variety of things to consider. Choosing between sizes, coverage, and finishes, it’s hard to keep track of every option and feature. With this much information spinning around, there can be questions you simply forget to ask. Take, for example, warranties…
In the transportation industry, profitability hinges on the ability to stay on the road and minimize downtime. Because even seemingly minor collisions can have serious consequences, choosing the right equipment can be the difference between keeping operations running smoothly and being stuck at the mechanic.
A damaged truck can cost you time and money — two things that can be impossible to get back. Adding a grille guard is an excellent way to defend your truck from hazards on the road, and enhance its overall appearance.
As a trucker, you rely on your truck to remain in good condition and get you and your cargo to your destination. Whether you are an owner-operator or a driver, you should have a vested interest in the condition of your trucks. After all, you want it to function as it should on the road, as any failure comes with an increased risk of accidents. Owner-operators have additional concerns, as they want to protect their investment in the truck.
When it comes to the trucking industry, there are a handful of big names that people commonly compare to each other. Take a closer look at some of them before deciding which type of truck you want to drive or which company to work for.
Whether you drive a pickup, a semi, or something in between, it is always a smart idea to install front-end protection on your truck. There is no harm in doing so, and it can potentially save you a great deal of money and frustration in the future.
There is something to be said when ambition can take hold in a passionate person. As it happens, truck drivers who want to take the next step and become an owner-operator can do just that. There are several references available online about what you need to accomplish the task, but you do not have to go through all of them. Here is what we found to help you in your next adventure.
Your Grille Guard or moose bumper is now an established accessory that many people expect to see on trucks, cop cars, and other types of vehicles. But how did these bars first come into existence? Even if you use your moose bumper in a very different way than drivers decades ago did, it is still interesting to learn some of the history of these protective parts.
A large diesel truck hauling a huge rectangular storage trailer with several sets of wheels, counting to 18, comes to mind at the mention of a semi-truck. When something so big comes with the name, it is hard not to wonder why the trucks are counted as only half. The “semi” term in semi-truck refers to the trailer portion. This portion is technically only half-sized according to when the vehicle design first originated in France in 1769. This was when Nicolas J. Cugnot developed his experimental artillery tractor.
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