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4 Fast Tips for Trucking In The Summer
Summer is here. Temperatures are soaring. As welcomed as the warmth and sun can be, it’s also the time of year when it’s good to share some reminders to help you stay safe while trucking in the heat of summer. #1 – Check the Brakes Temperature can have a big impact on your brakes. When
June 22nd 2016
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4 Quick DOT Roadside Inspection Tips
You’re on your way to another on-time delivery. It’s sunny out. Traffic is light. Overall, it’s a good day out on the road. Then, suddenly, you see flashing lights in the rear view mirror. Here it comes – the dreaded DOT roadside inspection. Nothing can derail an otherwise perfect day quite like one of these…especially
June 13th 2016
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Why Truck Tires Are Only As Good As Your Maintenance
Tires. Tires are flat out important when it comes to the performance of your fleet. There’s just no way around it. There’s a reason the upcoming CSVA inspections are focused on tires. And there’s a reason companies are going so far as to evaluate the performance of self-inflating tire systems. Tires are perhaps one of
May 23rd 2016
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Truck Repair Headache Relief for Fleet Managers
Truck repair and maintenance can give Fleet Managers some serious headaches. There’s no doubt about that. Especially if you’re trying to employ your own technicians. There are 3 big areas that can really creep up on you and make your head pound are: technology, hiring/training and performance. So, why not offload these worries onto someone
May 5th 2016
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Are You Spending Too Much Money on Truck Maintenance?
Could you be saving money on your truck maintenance? I know. I know. It’s kind of a strange question for a truck repair and maintenance company to ask, right. I mean, you’d think we would want you to spend MORE. Honestly, the question kind of reminds me of the GEICO commercial about saving 15% of
March 31st 2016
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Does Trucking Have New Technology Overload?
We’ve covered a lot of technology updates lately here on the Dickinson Fleet blog. Everything from wearables in trucking… to transportation management systems… to wellness seats… and, of course, self-driving trucks. Blinded by Shiny Tech Gadgets
March 15th 2016
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What Self-Driving Trucks Mean For Mobile Truck Repair
Self-Driving Trucks Have Arrived Self-driving trucks have been all of the buzz over the last couple of months in the trucking industry.  The first self-driving commercial truck has been licensed to hit the public roads in the state of Nevada.  As one might imagine, there are a lot of questions about what this means for
August 11th 2015
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One Call For All Your Truck Needs
Truck Collision Repair Services In addition to providing mobile truck repair and maintenance, Dickinson Fleet also offers full collision repair services.  In fact, it’s in collision repair where we actually got our start.  Many members of our team have grown up in auto body repair shops and are among the best at what they do. 
July 13th 2015
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5 Reasons Mobile Truck Repair Makes Sense For Your Fleet
Understanding Mobile Truck Repair Mobile truck repair and maintenance may be a new concept for some fleet managers out there.  In fact, you may be wondering what exactly mobile truck repair really is, how it works and if it makes sense for your company.  While there are many reasons fleet managers choose Dickinson Fleet Services
June 2nd 2015
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Schedule Mobile Truck Repair with Your Phone
A Mobile App for a Mobile Industry Scheduling mobile truck repair and maintenance services has never been more convenient.  Designed for an industry that’s always on the move, Dickinson Fleet Services has rolled out a new iPhone and Android app.  Our new app makes requesting service or repair for your fleet something that can be
May 27th 2015
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