Licensing Costs a Lingering Challenge for Fleet Owners

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…otential ramifications of those changes and how they may impact regulatory compliance. “All fleets need to be aware of and comply with NHTSA guidelines, along with OSHA, DOT and FMVSS requirements,” Survant said. “This is in addition to any local version of those agencies, such as state DOT and DMV requirements.” Changes to safety protocol need to be followed especially closely. “Any rule that significantly changes a safety procedure needs to be s…

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With ILSAC GF-6 Years Away, New API Oil Classification Aims to Curb LSPI

…here will be few changes for manufacturers. Merely switching to an SN Plus compliant additive package will take care of the issue,” Wyant said. “There is also a need for updating the API Licensing for each effected product.” The new sub-classification was pushed heavily by manufacturers, who were concerned that LSPI problems would continue to get worse before more comprehensive new standards could be adopted. “OEMs are the driving force behind SN…

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Looking Ahead to 2019

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…s – Self Driving vehicles are here to stay and 2019 may be the year they become a permanent fixture, especially in commercial applications. Several automakers have begun partnerships with other companies on autonomous vehicle programs to make deliveries and provide other services. These vehicles could pose a significant challenge for fleet managers, as they will likely require sweeping changes to maintenance strategies. It’s also likely new safety…

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PetroChoice Launches New Sites for Medallion Plus and Dyna-Plex 21C

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…ading services platform and trusted knowledgeable technical advisors — a complete solution for engine performance, equipment maintenance and company profitability. These newly launched one-page websites are just a preview of what is yet to come, which are comprehensive sites created to be your one stop resource for all Medallion Plus and Dyna-Plex 21C products and services. At PetroChoice, we deliver a complete lubrication solution – Expert People…

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Tesla Taps Robyn Denholm to replace Musk

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…head of strategy at Telestra….

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Industries

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…ep in every industry we serve. Many of our team members have been with our company or in the lubricant distribution world for more than 5 years with many having well over 10 years of experience. We also have many employees within our company that have lubrication education designations including CLS, MLT, and MLA. Continuing education efforts like these are important because they show you that we are passionate about lubricants and we value the ab…

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A Notch Above the Rest With Ultrasonic Cleaning

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PetroChoice Ultrasonic Cleaning

…Technology that ensures the very best quality of cleaning of your burners components. The aluminum pre- heating block is the heart of your furnace and where all the magic happens. Oil and air enter the block and are heated, regulated, and controlled via a series of solenoids, switches, thermostats and regulators which provide an atomized oil and air mixture. This mixture is required for used oil combustion. These aluminum blocks have been machine…

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Logistical Issues Add Difficulty to Fleet Management

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…lenge. New electronic logging mandates have led to maintenance intervals becoming even longer, as travel time is now more strictly controlled. “Most trucking companies are facing continuous changes,” Chris Wolter, Territory Manager for PetroChoice, said. “The mandate for e-logs this has put constraints on how much travel can be done in a day’s time to get freight from point a to b.” Related: Keep your fleet fueled with quality engine oil from Petr…

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PetroChoice Portable Filtration

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…customers with their contamination control efforts. In order to bring that commitment to a higher level PetroChoice has introduced a full line of portable filtration products. We realize that not all equipment applications and environments are created equal, so we come to you with the ability to customize each portable filtration product in our line to help better meet your unique needs. The advantages of utilizing portable filtration include the…

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Nissan Could Eliminate Datsun Brand Again

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…w its CEO ousted over financial misconduct claims and it’s alliance with Renault damaged. Nissan has strongly considered axing its Datsun brand, which the previous regime had revived for sale in emerging markets. Datsun was originally phased out in the 1980’s. Read More: Commercial Drivers Safer than Public Perception Indicates Other planned cuts include the removal of unpopular vehicle variants, like the single cab and diesel versions of the Tita…

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