Many jurisdictions have regulations restricting trucks from idling when they are not being driven. Such regulations have led to an increase in the use of auxiliary power units (ACUs) to generate power for operating forklifts on trucks, provide cabin air conditioningb and power electronics while the truck engine has been switched off. This article discusses how installing an ACU may affect the cost of owning a truck.
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The clutch is an important mechanical component in a manual transmission automotive. The device is responsible for engaging and disengaging the auto power transmission. Basically, it is activated whenever you are changing the level of power flowing in the vehicle. This critical module can get damaged easily due to poor usage, negligence and general wear. If this happens, you will need to replace the clutch to restore the functionality of the vehicle.…
Taking your truck in for a repair usually results in having your truck put on a diagnostic system. You may know that this is one of the key steps that helps a technician figure out what truck repairs need to be made. What you may not know is how the diagnostics help narrow down issues that results in your issue being fixed. Here are a few things you need to know about what a diagnostic system does and the limitations it has on how your truck is repaired.…
