• Jamie Irvine
    Podcast Host - Consultant
    Electric trucks are great, but they haven't been accessible to smaller and medium-sized fleets.

    That trend is changing, according to James L Cade with FleetAMI.

    Prices have been coming down in recent years, and there is public acceptance when it comes...  more
  • Jamie Irvine
    Podcast Host - Consultant
    Diesel Laptops was founded in 2015 and started off focusing on diagnostic tools.

    They've kept up as technology and trucks have advanced, and they now offer solutions for repair shops, parts counters, and technician training.

    In this episode, recorded...  more
  • Jamie Irvine
    Podcast Host - Consultant
    We had the opportunity to talk with Clint Carter from HDA Truck Pride at this year's Technology & Maintenance Council (TMC) of American Trucking Associations, Inc. Annual Meeting.

    We discussed how the independent service channel can better serve fleets...  more
  • Jamie Irvine
    Podcast Host - Consultant
    Technology is constantly evolving, and we have seen a lot of changes in commercial trucks.

    Have you ever wondered how things get designed and spec’d on commercial trucks?

    Check out my interview with Rob Cayton from Horton, Inc. where he explains the...  more
  • Jamie Irvine
    Podcast Host - Consultant
    What is a VMRS code and how can parts companies use VMRS codes to better serve fleets?

    I invited Jack Poster, VMRS Services Manager at the Technology & Maintenance Council of the American Trucking Associations to join me and discuss VMRS codes.

    Jack...  more
  • Jamie Irvine
    Podcast Host - Consultant
    3 Ways to Improve Your Truck's Performance

    How can you keep your trucks running smoother, with less vibration throughout the chassis and trailer, and provide a more comfortable ride for your drivers?

    One word - POLYURETHANE!

    Check out this week's...  more
  • Jamie Irvine
    Podcast Host - Consultant
    How to Help Customers with Cooling Issues

    A customer comes into your parts store with a damaged hose.

    You have two choices.

    Option 1 results in selling the customer what they asked for.

    Option 2 results in selling the customer what they need to solve...  more
  • Jamie Irvine
    Podcast Host - Consultant
    5 Facts About Aerodynamics on Tractor Trailers

    How much money can aerodynamics save a fleet?

    Check out this week's episode to find out: https://heavydutypartsreport.com/5-facts-about-aerodynamics/ />
    #heavydutyparts #heavydutypartsreport...  more
  • Jamie Irvine
    Podcast Host - Consultant
    3 Things You Need to Know About Diesel Emissions Systems

    I interviewed Joel Christianson from American Radiator and he laid out the 3 things that vehicle owners need to know about diesel emissions systems to keep their trucks on the road longer.

    Watch...  more
  • Jamie Irvine
    Podcast Host - Consultant
    Winter and Cold Weather is Fast Approaching for Those of Us in the North

    That means we will start using block heaters again.

    The costs associated with powering block heaters are more than most realize.

    In this week's episode, you will learn about a...  more