11. Truck Driving In Winter – Winterize Your Truck And Trailer (even your personal vehicle)
You have to do proper maintenance of your truck. I am sure I have beaten the horse in regards to maintenance. But this is crucial. Proper maintenance is so important that it must be mentioned, you don’t want your vehicle out of service (the lost time and money can add up quickly).
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So, remember to properly prepare you truck (and trailer) for winter, especially if you’ll be driving in the northern states.
This can greatly reduce the chances of weather related issues, such as ice build-up. Drivers, maintenance managers, dispatchers should all know that your belts, wipers, hoses, tires are more likely to go bad or malfunction during winter weather.
It is suggested that October or November is the best time to check and inspect your truck. Besides the above-mentioned things remember you should check your filters, plugs, fluids, radiator, and such.
