Maintaining & Selecting the Right Service Partner
Release Date: 03/02/2022
THE VALUE OF PARTNERSHIP – TRUCKS ROLL PODCAST – EP. 16
Trucks Roll with Tom Wiers
In this episode, Tom Wiers sits down with Jim Allen, the CEO of Karmak, to discuss the importance of partnerships and relationships in the heavy-duty trucking industry. Jim shares his insights on leadership, creating a positive company culture, and the value of building strong relationships with clients. They also delve into the future of technology in the industry, including the use of AI and machine learning to analyze data and improve efficiency. Jim highlights Karmak’s recent developments, such as the launch of a mobile service app, and how these innovations are helping their clients...
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The Importance of Winterization
Trucks Roll with Tom Wiers
Is winterizing my truck really that important? Tom stops by the Wiers Indianapolis service center for a special episode talking with the service manager about winterization and how to keep your trucks on the road this winter. Listen in as they discuss the Wiers Winterization process and some real-life examples of why it's so important. In this episode you'll learn: - The importance of winterizing your commercial trucks. - The steps that Wiers takes to inspect your vehicles. - Recommendations on how often certain maintenance items should be performed. Schedule your winterization inspection and...
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Three Strategies to Improve Fleet Maintenance Costs
Trucks Roll with Tom Wiers
How can tracking data help me make better fleet decisions? In this episode of the Trucks Roll Podcast, Tom shares some real-life examples from the Wiers Partner Dashboard of how data can help improve fleet maintenance costs. In this episode, you'll learn the value of: Capturing & Tracking Data Things to think about when analyzing the data you've collected And how this data can help you make better decisions about your fleet. If you're looking for a way to better understand your fleet and the processes involved with a good maintenance plan, one of our staff would love to talk to you about how...
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Understanding the Value of Maintenance Agreements
Trucks Roll with Tom Wiers
In this week's installment of the Trucks Roll Podcast, Tom shares some detail to help customers understand the value of maintenance agreements and how Wiers Fleet Partnership Plans work. In this episode you'll learn: Pros and cons of Maintenance Agreements How the pricing structure of a maintenance agreement works How Wiers Fleet Partnership Plans put the power in your hands. If you're interested in learning more about a Wiers Fleet Partnership Plan head over to to find out how Wiers can help your trucks roll.
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The Value of Mobile Serivce
Trucks Roll with Tom Wiers
In this week's episode, Tom talks to Brian about the day in the life of a mobile technician with Wiers. In this episode you'll learn: What it's like to be a mobile technician Understanding some of the misconceptions about being a mobile tech How your fleet can benefit from a trusted partner who offers mobile service Wiers is committed to keeping your trucks on the road with less hassle for your fleet. Find out what we're doing to help you keep your trucks rolling with a from Wiers.
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The Future of Preventative Maintenance - Part 3 with Kurt Dunn
Trucks Roll with Tom Wiers
In part 3 of our conversation with Kurt Dunn from Pitt Ohio, Tom and Kurt discuss the future of the diesel industry in the changing landscape of electric-powered and zero-emission vehicles. In this episode, you'll learn: How alternative-power and zero-emission vehicles are starting to show up in shops The importance of ongoing training for technicians What is the best way to learn about these types of vehicles. At Wiers, we're committed to learning and staying up-to-date with the ever-changing technology of the trucking industry. Find out what we're doing to help you keep your trucks on the...
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Understanding the Value of Preventative Maintenance, Part 2
Trucks Roll with Tom Wiers
This week on the Trucks Roll Podcast: Part 2 with Kurt Dunn of Pitt Ohio Join us for part 2 of our conversation with Kurt Dunn from Pitt Ohio about Understanding the Value of Preventative Maintenance. In this episode of the Trucks Roll Podcast, Kurt explains some of the uniqueness of his role at Pitt Ohio and the value that technicians play in a good PM program. In this episode, you'll learn: How Pitt Ohio trains their technicians The importance of a trusted outsourcing partner The philosophy that preventative maintenance is the tool to keep diesel equipment running Visit us...
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Understanding the Value of Preventative Maintenance, Part 1
Trucks Roll with Tom Wiers
In part 1 of our interview with Kurt Dunn from Pitt Ohio, we discuss the value of preventative maintenance for the diesel truck industry. This episode will help you better understand some of the value of a good PM plan using data to help fleets make better decisions and have better uptime. We at Wiers are experts and can help you keep your vehicles on the road so you can keep your customers happy. What You’ll Learn A better understanding of who Pitt Ohio is and what they do. How Kurt's unique role at Pitt Ohio is helping their fleets optimize their performance. How managing your fleet with...
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Under the Hood with Connected Technology - Brain Mulshine Interview - Part 2
Trucks Roll with Tom Wiers
The Future of Connected Vehicle Technology We continue our interview with Brian Mulshine from Navistar, as we discuss the future of connected vehicle technology for diesel trucks. In this episode, we'll hear about the future growth and value of connected technology. We'll also hear about Traton's purchase of Navistar/International and what that means to their fleets and their customers.
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Under the Hood with Connected Technology - Brian Mulshine Interview
Trucks Roll with Tom Wiers
Part 1 - In part 1 of our interview with Brian Mulshine from Navistar, we discuss the benefits of connected technology for diesel trucks. This episode will help you better understand some of the value of connected technology. From telematics to real-time diagnosis, new developments in technology is making it easier to keep your trucks on the road, improving your uptime.
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Tom and Liz drop in to discuss the factors you should use to evaluate who you choose to care for your trucks. Whether you're a self-maintainer with a small staff of your own or on the search for a partner to help keep your trucks rolling, this episode will give you a great checklist of considerations for choosing your maintenance style!
Wiers is committed to providing the best service to our clients! If you've got maintenance needs and are looking for help, get in touch today!
Visit us at https://www.wiers.com/resources/blog/maintaining-selecting-the-right-service-partner-trucks-roll/ to learn more!