School Bus J1939 Electrical Fault

We happened to have an electrical fault in one of our International buses. The dash registered a large yellow triangle which is supposed to get the driver’s attention and also a message on the dash panel which said “electrical fault”. If you get lucky like we did it was something to do with the ABS… Continue reading School Bus J1939 Electrical Fault

MaxxForce 7 Diesel Engine DPF Failure

The video shows all the damage to the DPF (diesel particulate filter) on one of our MaxxForce 7 International diesel engines. This is the second diesel particulate filter that has failed this way. It seems to me this DPF has a definite weak spot. Only three years old and this “catastrophic failure” as the dealer… Continue reading MaxxForce 7 Diesel Engine DPF Failure

Go Home Piston Your Drunk!

Go Home Piston Your Drunk!

Testing Collision Warning with Emergency Brake

In the first episode of Trucks’ Anatomy we take a close look at the revolutionary Collision Warning with Emergency Brake system. Your host Peter Sundfeldt, one of Sweden’s best-known motor journalists will guide you through the test.

Worlds First Licensed Autonomous Freightliner Inspiration

Watch Daimler’s Self Driving Truck Freightliner Inspiration in Nevada become the world´s first licensed autonomous heavy-duty truck allowed to use public roads. Freightliner Inspiration Truck with Highway Pilot becomes world´s first autonomous truck to be granted a license for road use in the State of Nevada Brian Sandoval, Governor of Nevada, and Dr. Wolfgang Bernhard,… Continue reading Worlds First Licensed Autonomous Freightliner Inspiration

Why The Iron Knight is a Record-Breaker

Volvo Trucks’ The Iron Knight, driven by Boije Ovebrink, now holds the official speed records for the 500- and-1000 metre distances. Learn five things that makes the custom-built truck a record breaker.

3 Reasons to Become an Automotive Technician

If you enjoy fixing things and have a love of cars, then a career as an automotive technician could be a great option. It’s a flexible career: Choose to work in an auto repair shop where you can enjoy the challenge of solving a multitude of motor vehicle options—or opt to specialize in an area… Continue reading 3 Reasons to Become an Automotive Technician

Cummins ISC Running Check

The ever important running check on our fleet of buses is never compromised after a repair or checking out a complaint. This means a basic visual and listening session. The road test might tell the story under certain conditions if there is a noise or power complaint. It will also show fluid leaks if any.… Continue reading Cummins ISC Running Check

DT Diesel Engine Rear Seal

As I start this post I can’t help thinking of all the experienced mechanics around the world who don’t share their mechanical fixes and failures. If 1% of mechanics around the world turned into bloggers the internet would be totally packed with great content. The ‘how to’ information online is the biggest draw to the… Continue reading DT Diesel Engine Rear Seal

Sterling Bullet ISB Turbo Repair

The video is a quick over view of a repair we are completing on one of our white fleet trucks…It’s a Sterling Bullet with a 6.7 Liter ISB Cummins diesel engine. The Cummins code was P2262 which was a mechanical issue with the turbocharger. It would create a back pressure at random which caused a… Continue reading Sterling Bullet ISB Turbo Repair