Trucks and trailers are often used by cargo companies, couriers and transport businesses. They would transport loads of various types of goods over long distances. Heavy loads can put much pressure on a truck and trailer as well as the amount of distance travelled on a daily basis. With any vehicle if you travel with it often and use it much, then it is good practice to check that vehicle often.
In a nutshell, truck and trailer maintenance is a necessity because you need to ensure that your vehicles are in optimal waorking condition. It is advisable to maintain the running condition of your truck and trailer center by replacing parts when needed. Instead of waiting for when a service is due to change a part, take note of any knocks or unusual sounds that your truck or trailer is making. If there is a new thudding sound, take your truck to a service centre to check what is causing the sound. Then have that corresponding truck part replaced. Also take note of any warning lights that may fash on the dashboard. If the water needs to be replaced, do so as soon as possible. Because if your truck runs out of water and runs on the fumes, it can cause severe damage to the truck’s engine. It could cause so much damage that you might have to replace the entire engine. Now that does not sound like a good deal to me. I’d rather just add some water than risk engine failure.
With any vehicle, keeping it en good condition will ensure the long lasting nature of it. It is especially important when it comes to maintaining a fleet of trucks. Of course, this amy be impossible for one person to do, so train your truck drivers to be aware of any unusual sounds and also teach them as to what the different warning lights mean. If they are on the road, they need to be able to understand what a certain warning indicates. If there is a problem between destinations, they need to recognise whether it is an urgent warning light and they have to stop immediately or whether they are able to drive to the next city for assistance. Educating your drivers is a very important factor of maintaining your truck and trailer fleet.
Another important factor with maintenance is replacing with truck and trailer parts. Investing in good parts ensures the longevity of your trucks and the safety of your drivers.
TMS TruckMaster manufactures a number of products such as trailer axles and trailer suspensions. Our engineering workshop also manufactures custom-made components related to the trailer industry.
We are able to supply you with the following : All trailer spares and equipment, JOST equipment, Electrical equipment, Safety and load equipment and All trailer accessoires.
