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  15 TIP 1IMPORTANT because heavy truck load weights can be quite high. Tire pressure maintenance is a key component of a complete tire maintenance program. The number of tire-related issues and roadside events will be significantly reduced by maintaining proper tire pressure inspections and ultimately, downtime on the side of the road can be reduced. If the tire is 20% below the recommended pressure, it must be considered flat. It should then be removed and inspected for punctures or other damage by a qualified tire professional. Failure to do so may lead to unwanted downtime failure and/or injury. TIP 2 MAINTAIN ALL TIRES at the fleet target inflation pressure based on the manufacturers’ application data book for the particular axle load. An inflation pressure mismatch of greater than 5 psi will result in the two tires of a dual assembly that are significantly different in circumference. This results in irregular wear and can also lead to eventual tire loss due to premature casing fatigue. A difference of 5 psi between steer tires will cause the vehicle to pull to the side with the lower pressure. Additionally, under-inflation can result in internal tire heat buildup and potentially premature tire failure. TIP 3 UNDERINFLATED TIRES build up excessive heat that can result in tire destruction and/or improper vehicle handling. In addition, it can result in irregular wear and poor fuel economy. Tire wear is very much dependent on the tire’s footprint on the ground when running. Both under- and over-inflation can affect the footprint shape, causing irregular wear and premature removal. MWS: WHAT ARE STEPS FLEET MANAGERS CAN TAKE TO PROLONG THE USABLE LIFE OF FLEET TIRES?MERCER: MWS: DOES MICHELIN RECOMMEND DIFFERENT MAINTENANCE/INSPECTION TRUCK TIRES?MERCER: TIPS FROM THE MICHELIN TRUCK TIRE SERVICE MANUAL

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  18MEDIUM-DUTY WORKTRUCK SHOWCASEMEDIUM-DUTY WORKTRUCK SHOWCASE

  19THE TRUCK FOR EVERY DRIVERBy Jade BrasherKenworth T180/T280 Review

MODERN WORKTRUCK SOLUTIONS WWW.MWSMAG.COM MAY 202120A CAB COMFORTSMEDIUM-DUTY WORKTRUCK SHOWCASE A completely redesigned interior features a 7-inch digital information cluster, climate controls that automatically maintain a set temperature, and a cab that is 8-inches wider than previous generations. The new PACCAR TX-8 automatic transmission is standard on the T180/T280.

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From the desk of Chris DavenportATHE FUTURE OF TRUCK BUYINGWHAT ABOUT EVs?Talk soon! JadeTHE FUTURE OF VEHICLE PURCHASESONLINE OR OFF THE LOT?If the pandemic has shown us anything, it’s that many things we used to do in person can now be done online. That includes shopping for a new fleet vehicle. Chris Davenport of AutoParts4Less.com shares with Modern WorkTruck Solutions his insights for the future of vehicle purchasing, whether it continues its pandemic trend online or moves back to the dealer lots.   48

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