Industries

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…lworking Railroad Logging and Timber Pulp and Paper Cement Quarry/Landfill OEM Agriculture Our experience runs deep 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 e…

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Automakers Pledge to Add Rear Seat Reminders

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…ers by 2025, according to reports. The announcement comes after the Senate Commerce Committee passed legislation to require all automakers to install such technology. The July vote did not give a timeline for the change. However, a group of 20 automakers, including, General Motors, Ford, Volkswagen, Toyota and Honda have all agreed to include rear seat warning systems by the 2025 model year. The group of automakers represent about 98 percent of al…

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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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Valvoline Professional Series (VPS)

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…he VPS Program features product categories that are derived from a solvent-free technology, including: Cooling systems Fuel systems Power steering systems Engine cleaning Automatic transmission Brake systems And much more An example of a VPS service is Valvoline cooling system service, which helps prevent overheating, breakdowns and costly repairs. Regular cooling system maintenance helps prevent engine over-heating in the summer and removes rust…

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OSHA Releases Respirable Crystalline Silica FAQ

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…over an 8-hour workday. The rules for exposure were initially published by OSHA in 2016. Those in general industry and maritime applications were given until mid-2018 to comply with the standard. Hydraulic fracking operations have until mid-2021 to comply. You can view the FAQ here….

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Mobil Releases Inaugural Global Base Oil Industry Report

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…market,” especially among those in the automotive, marine, industrial and commercial vehicle industries. Almost 33 percent said they still consider Group I base oil an important commodity despite demand for it decreasing rapidly. Those polled also expressed their confidence in American Petroleum Institute (API) standards, with a majority agreeing they were “sufficient for formulating and manufacturing engine oil.” About 61 percent said current st…

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Mines in Mexico, Australia Set to Re-Open

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…ducts and services In Australia, the government has begun its search for a company to re-open the Ellendale Diamond Mine, which has been dormant since 2015. The mine was previously operated by Kimberly Diamond Company before ending up in government control. It was the main supplier of yellow diamonds to Tiffany & Co. and was responsible for about half of the world’s supply of the rare stones. According to statements by government officials, a deci…

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FCA Has Proposed a Merger with Renault

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…Toyota in terms of vehicle production. Its board would contain 11 members, including a representative from Nissan, who is part of an alliance with Renault. Nissan and fellow Japanese automaker Mitsubishi would remain in a partnership with the newly formed company if the proposed merger does take place. Related: Carlos Ghosn Officially Steps Down from Renault Roles Reports indicate the merger would be unlikely to result in any plant closures. The…

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Mobil Lubricants

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…ce offers the entire suite of Mobil Lubricants, from passenger vehicle and commercial vehicle, to industrial lubricants for every application: Passenger Vehicle Mobil Lubricants – These include auto manufacturer- approved motor oils, Lube Express and other business branding options, Mobil 1TM, and a full line of other conventional, semi-synthetic and synthetic motor oil alternatives. Commercial Vehicle Mobil Lubricants – Available for on and off-h…

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Chemicals and Cleaners

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…lable in certain markets – contact your nearest location for details). Antifreeze is an important component of your engine’s overall performance. We have a variety of brands available including: Peak Fleet Charge Final Charge Full Force, Mobil Delvac ELC Cummins Fleetcool And More We also round out our offering with window wash both summer and winter blends. It’s important for your corporate image to keep your fleet clean so we offer truck wash an…

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