The Heavy Duty Parts Report

Send us Fan Mail Episode 222: Trying to find out what replacement part you need from a diagnostic trouble code is one of the biggest pain points in the trucking industry. However, that problem has been solved by Diesel Laptops. With their two tools, Diesel Repair, and Diesel Parts, you can go from diagnostic trouble code to replacement part in under 3 minutes. Show Notes: Visit HeavyDutyPartsRepor...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 221: Around the globe, we are seeing record-breaking fuel prices. This is negatively impacting fleets and owner-operators and has even caused some smaller fleets to go under. Is there relief in sight? And if not, is there anything we can do to deal with these high prices? Show Notes: Visit HeavyDutyPartsReport.com for complete show notes of this episode and to subscribe to...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 220: We interviewed Daniel Simon from Dorman Products in episode 181 and we talked about DEF Supply Modules. The response to that interview was huge. But Daniel and I saw 3 myths about diesel emissions systems being repeated in the comments and we wanted to address them today.   Show Notes: Visit HeavyDutyPartsReport.com for complete show notes of this episode and to subsc...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 219: In the modern age of technology, it is easier than ever to gather information on people. However, with this comes the danger to personal security. In this episode, we dive into 5 tips you need to know to protect your personal security. Show Notes: Visit HeavyDutyPartsReport.com for complete show notes of this episode and to subscribe to all our content. Disclaimer: Th...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 218: Cybersecurity is on the minds of many people today. However, with the continued use and evolution of technology in the trucking industry, are autonomous trucks at risk all from cybersecurity attacks, and if so, what can be done about it? Show Notes: Visit HeavyDutyPartsReport.com for complete show notes of this episode and to subscribe to all our content. Disclaimer:...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 217: Buying used trucks and trailers is a part of being in the trucking business for many fleets and owner-operators. What are the top 5 things you need to know before you buy used equipment?  Show Notes: Visit HeavyDutyPartsReport.com for complete show notes of this episode and to subscribe to all our content. Disclaimer: This content and description may contain affiliate...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 216: Truck drivers and repair shops have heard that there is a massive semiconductor shortage, but there is a lack of trustworthy information out there about this problem. In this episode, we talk about the reason for this shortage, and the impact it is having worldwide. Show Notes: Visit HeavyDutyPartsReport.com for complete show notes of this episode and to subscribe to...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 215: You’re driving down the highway, and then suddenly, a light appears on your dash. That’s an indicator that maybe you’ve got some trouble coming. In today’s episode, we focus on diagnostic trouble codes, how to interpret them, what they mean, and how to go from a trouble code to the part you need in under 3 minutes. Show Notes: Visit HeavyDutyPartsReport.com for comple...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 214: The pandemic accelerated the trend of people buying heavy-duty parts online. In a recent survey by The Heavy-Duty Parts Report, 74% of respondents are now regularly buying heavy-duty parts online. In this episode, we dive into some of the myths about selling parts online. Show Notes: Visit HeavyDutyPartsReport.com for complete show notes of this episode and to subscri...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 213: Recently we’ve heard rumblings in the trucking industry about the upcoming shortage of diesel fuel and DEF fluid. Are these claims true, and if so, what can we do about it? Show Notes: Visit HeavyDutyPartsReport.com for complete show notes of this episode and to subscribe to all our content. Disclaimer: This content and description may contain affiliate links, which m...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 212: As we look around the world today, we see growing inflation and stagflation. This is a scary time for many people. With all of these challenges, is now a good time to get into the trucking industry? Show Notes: Visit HeavyDutyPartsReport.com for complete show notes of this episode and to subscribe to all our content. Disclaimer: This content and description may contai...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 211: If you’ve been struggling to hire technicians for your shop, what strategies can you put in place to create a steady stream of new technicians. Show Notes: Visit HeavyDutyPartsReport.com for complete show notes of this episode and to subscribe to all our content. Disclaimer: This content and description may contain affiliate links, which means that if you click on one...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 210: Have you noticed that more companies are passing on credit card processing fees? Why is that happening and what can be done to lower or eliminate that expense?  Show Notes: Visit HeavyDutyPartsReport.com for complete show notes of this episode and to subscribe to all our content. Disclaimer: This content and description may contain affiliate links, which means that if...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 209: You might see a lot of news reports right now talking about how we’re heading towards a recession. In this episode, we discuss what to expect in a recession, and the three things you should do during a recession to come out of it stronger than ever. Show Notes: Visit HeavyDutyPartsReport.com for complete show notes of this episode and to subscribe to all our content....

Send us Fan Mail Episode 208: Did you ever think you’d see a time where getting a 3600 brake drum would be hard to get, if not almost impossible in some instances? The pandemic and geopolitical instabilities have created many challenges for the supply chain. With these issues going on, what can repair shops do to get the parts they need?  Show Notes: Visit HeavyDutyPartsReport.com for complete sho...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 207: These days, everyone has a high-definition screen in their pocket. In this episode, we talk about how videos can be used to sell more parts, and the common mistakes your competitors are making.\ Show Notes: Visit HeavyDutyPartsReport.com for complete show notes of this episode and to subscribe to all our content. Disclaimer: This content and description may contain af...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 206: Pandemics, supply chain disruption, inflation, and geopolitical conflicts are dominating the headlines. For North Americans, why is domestic manufacturing more important than ever before?  Show Notes: Visit HeavyDutyPartsReport.com for complete show notes of this episode and to subscribe to all our content. Disclaimer: This content and description may contain affiliat...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 205: The trucking industry needs more truck drivers, repair technicians, and parts technicians. There are shortages in all three of these areas. Could veterans solve the driver and technician shortage? Show Notes: Visit HeavyDutyPartsReport.com for complete show notes of this episode and to subscribe to all our content. Disclaimer: This content and description may contain...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 204: Technology on trucks is rapidly changing and this impacts the type of batteries that are being used and the function they play to keep the truck operating.  Show Notes: Visit HeavyDutyPartsReport.com for complete show notes of this episode and to subscribe to all our content. Disclaimer: This content and description may contain affiliate links, which means that if you...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 203: Electric Vehicles or EVs are the way of the future. But it is a big change for commercial fleets with many question marks around performance, maintenance, repairs, and total cost of operation. How can commercial fleets adopt EVs with confidence?  Show Notes: Visit HeavyDutyPartsReport.com for complete show notes of this episode and to subscribe to all our content. Dis...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 202: In a recent survey, 86% of respondents buy heavy-duty parts on eCommerce sites. In the past we spoke about the need to set up a digital sales channel, now we need to focus on streamlining the ordering process. Show Notes: Visit HeavyDutyPartsReport.com for complete show notes of this episode and to subscribe to all our content. Disclaimer: This content and description...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 201: Commercial fleets are focused on eliminating downtime, maximizing uptime, and lowering their total cost of operation. As technology changes new challenges arise. In this episode, we are going to talk about 4 causes of common rail injector failures.    Show Notes: Visit HeavyDutyPartsReport.com for complete show notes of this episode and to subscribe to all our content...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 200: In this episode, we are going to get a chance to speak to two people who are at the center of the trucking industries move to EVs.  Show Notes: Visit HeavyDutyPartsReport.com for complete show notes of this episode and to subscribe to all our content. Disclaimer: This content and description may contain affiliate links, which means that if you click on one of the prod...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 199: We are in Orlando, Florida at HDA Truck Pride’s Annual Meeting. In this episode, we got to talk with Prestone about their innovative line of coolants, and how they help maximize uptime for fleets. Show Notes: Visit HeavyDutyPartsReport.com for complete show notes of this episode and to subscribe to all our content. Disclaimer: This content and description may contain...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 198: We are in Orlando, Florida at HDA Truck Pride’s Annual Meeting. In this episode, we got to talk with Clear Plus about their wide range of wiper blades, and the importance of going with a quality blade. Show Notes: Visit HeavyDutyPartsReport.com for complete show notes of this episode and to subscribe to all our content. Disclaimer: This content and description may con...