{"id":361,"date":"2018-05-19T08:28:32","date_gmt":"2018-05-19T08:28:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gocapitaldiesel.com\/?p=361"},"modified":"2019-10-10T00:03:36","modified_gmt":"2019-10-10T00:03:36","slug":"truck-road-service-is-it-necessary-for-your-semi-truck","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gocapitaldiesel.com\/truck-road-service-is-it-necessary-for-your-semi-truck\/","title":{"rendered":"Truck Road Service. Is It Necessary for Your Semi Truck?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Semi Truck Breakdowns<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

What\u2019s the point of truck road service<\/a>? Anything and everything happens on the road, and you need to know who to call when things go wrong. The number one cause of accidents are tires. The Technology and Maintenance Council says that 53.5% of roadside breakdowns are caused by tires. Problems with the breaks, electrical systems, and refrigeration units are also frequent. It\u2019s important to know the ways every part can cause a breakdown, and who to call for fast, professional, and reliable truck road service<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Four Reasons for Truck Road Service<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

While roadside failures aren\u2019t predictable, you can be aware of the big four. In this article, we\u2019ll go over what the big four are and how they can cause problems. While this info can help, it is always a good idea to have a plan for truck road service<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Tires\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

Tires are the point of contact between the road and the rig. As such, they are a super important part of the semi truck. Because they are so important, they are also the number one cause of problems. As previously mentioned, tires are responsible for more than 50% of truck road service<\/a><\/span> calls. The biggest causes are:<\/span><\/p>\n

Under inflation<\/span><\/p>\n

Low tread depth<\/span><\/p>\n

Misaligned axles<\/span><\/p>\n

Brakes\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

The\u00a0Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration<\/a>\u00a0(FMCSA) says brake-related issues cause up to 29% of truck accidents and truck road service<\/a> calls. Semi-truck\u2019s drum and disc brakes are exposed to constant pressure, friction, and heat. Due to this, they can wear down quickly without proper maintenance. Brake issues are caused by:<\/span><\/p>\n

Air leaks<\/span><\/p>\n

External corrosion and wear<\/span><\/p>\n

Internal water contamination<\/span><\/p>\n

Electrical System\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

The\u00a0electrical system\u00a0is another huge factor in truck breakdowns. This system is comprised of a starter motor, alternator, and a battery. All of these pieces are vital, and if one fails your truck can\u2019t function. Indicators of an electric malfunction are: corroded battery connections; dead batteries; dim or flickering lights; strong, unusual odors; and clicking sounds when starting the engines. These issues can be risky or even dangerous to fix if you aren\u2019t a professional, so it\u2019s always better to call a truck road service.<\/span><\/p>\n

Refrigerated trailers\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

Refrigerated trailers are critical when transporting temperature-controlled freight. When a trailer malfunctions it needs to be fixed as soon as possible to prevent freight from being damaged. Because of this, it is vital to watch the trailer during transport, paying attention to any in-cab signals that might let you know something is going wrong.<\/span><\/p>\n

Preventative Measures<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

Set up a\u00a0regular preventive maintenance<\/a>\u00a0program<\/span><\/p>\n

Inspect your vehicle pre-trip, en-route, and post-trip<\/span><\/p>\n

Have a plan for truck road service<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Analyze maintenance data<\/a>\u00a0to guide future fleet maintenance decisions<\/span><\/p>\n

Need an emergency road service in Sacramento? Call Capital Diesel<\/a>.<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

Need truck road service<\/a>? Capital Diesel\u00a0handles countless breakdowns yearly in the Sacramento area. When your vehicle experiences roadside failure or needs mobile truck repair<\/a>, trust our\u00a0emergency truck road service<\/a>\u00a0to get you running as fast as possible. We treat every customer as our top priority by:<\/span><\/p>\n

Ensuring the driver is safe from harm before anything else<\/span><\/p>\n

Taking care of each breakdown\u00a0with the urgency and efficiency it deserves<\/span><\/p>\n

Getting the appropriate vendor to your location<\/span><\/p>\n

Keeping in contact with the truck driver until the road service is complete<\/span><\/p>\n

For more information on how Capital Diesel<\/a> can help, contact us at\u00a0916-912-7912<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n

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