All trucks, from a Chevy S-10, to the largest, heavy-duty trucks on the road, are classified into categories. Trucks are categorized by weight into classifications 1-9, and each grade comes with its own set of regulations and license requirements. Here’s a quick guide, from Capital Transmission, Inc in Hyattsville.
At Capital Transmission, Inc in Hyattsville, we understand that big trucks mean bigger risk on the road. Here are some tips to remember, to reduce the likelihood of an accident resulting in large repair costs next time you're on the job.
If you’ve ever been behind the wheel of a commercial truck, you already know that driving in reverse isn’t easy. At Capital Transmission, Inc in Hyattsville, most of the damage we see is a result of an accident which occurred in reverse.
We’ve all been there: You start your car in the morning and begin to back out of the driveway. You hear an unusual noise coming from your car, and it sounds bad. How do you know if it's something you should bring in to us here at Capital Transmission, Inc to get looked at?
If you operate a fleet of vehicles, you’ve probably listened to a vehicle and thought “that doesn’t sound right” at least once or twice. Strange noises are an indicator that something isn’t working right, and typically means something is wearing out a lot faster than it should, or is about to fail. At Capital Transmission, Inc in Hyattsville, MD, we can tell a lot about the condition of a vehicle just by listening to it. Specific noises and where they come from are often all you need to diagnose an issue and the severity of the problem. Here are some signs to listen out for.
If you're prepping to go on a road trip, you need to be sure that your vehicle is ready for the journey. An unmaintained vehicle could be the difference between a good trip and a trip that goes south really quickly. Here at Capital Transmission, Inc, we want to remind you of some things to do so you and your vehicle are ready for the road.
It’s no secret, commercial truck tires are expensive. The good news is, if one of your tires is experiencing issues, Capital Transmission, Inc in Hyattsville has you covered. We want to make sure your fleet stays fully operational and you on the road! Here are some things to keep your eye on when it comes to your tires and tips to keep your tires lasting.
The transmission in your truck works harder than any other on the road. A fully loaded semi weighs about 40 times as much as a normal passenger vehicle, and racks up twice the mileage. As such, it’s essential to keep your transmission in good shape and regularly maintenanced. Fortunately, Capital Transmission, Inc in Hyattsville has you covered.
