Tire chains provide your fleet with the extra tooth needed to navigate slippery roads safely in winter. Snow tires offer traction, but chains provide driving security on roads that aren’t regularly plowed or salted or where elevation changes can hinder road conditions. Here are some advantages to using tire chains and tips for proper installation. […]
Read MoreStay on top of wheel-end maintenance, and you’ll avoid costly repairs, road failures, and dangerous driving conditions. Types Of Wheel-End Systems Manually adjusted: Most common wheel-end system and individually adjusted. This system has adjustable fastening and uses traditional greasing and service practices. Pre-adjusted: Manufacturers are responsible for providing a preset preload amount during assembly and […]
Read MoreIt’s a basic concept, but fleet maintenance is often one of the most overlooked processes of operating a commercial fleet as a lot of focus is often on filling the delivery schedule. Create a care routine for your fleet, and you’ll prevent costly over the road repairs. Centralize Your Maintenance Schedule Your operators and staff […]
Read MoreBauer Built Tire & Service offers commercial, retail and agricultural tires and related services across the Midwest. This video highlights the importance of retorquing lug nuts. Video here of tire techs.
Read MoreAny road trip in the next few months is sure to be interrupted by the dreaded summer work zones. While the warmer months are a great time to hop in the car and explore, they are also a time of peak road construction. Due to underfunding, there’s currently an $836 billion U.S. road construction backlog. […]
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