Fleet Management

An essential part of owning and operating a truck fleet is making sure you’re driving within FMCSA (federal) and CHP (California) standards. That your vehicles have the proper certifications and inspections such as DOT and Bit. At S.E. Smith & Sons, we help your

  What is Clean Truck Check? It is a regulation to test heavy-duty vehicles’ emissions control systems for proper operation. Clean Truck Check applies to nearly all diesel and alternative fuel heavy-duty vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) over 14,000 pounds that

While regular engine maintenance will help ensure your engine performs at peak condition, it’s important to watch out for signs your engine may need service. The check engine light or service engine light is a sure sign your engine should be looked at by

Getting your big rig, diesel truck, or semi to stop is just as important as making it go. If a semi truck’s brakes fail, a collision could be catastrophic. From worn brake pads to locked brakes there are a number of things that can

Is your truck showing signs of axle issues? Don’t wait for a breakdown.Recognizing the signs of axle failure is a crucial part of heavy-duty truck maintenance. Neglecting these warning signs will only cause further damage to your vehicle and compromise your safety on the

A healthy suspension system is crucial for safe and efficient big rig operation. A rough ride with excessive bouncing; an overly soft ride with poor handling; steering that pulls to one side, especially over bumps; and decreased fuel efficiency are signs that should be

Heavy-duty diesel trucks and big rigs require a robust transmission and clutch system to transmit power from the engine to the wheels. These components can wear down over time, leading to serious issues you don’t address the problem. It’s vitally important to bring your

Professional drivers need their vehicles’ air conditioning and heating systems to be fully operational to be as productive as possible at their jobs. It’s simply too hot here in California to not have working A/C in your truck. At S.E. Smith & Sons, we

Today’s heavy-duty diesel trucks are more than a mechanical rig, their electrical components and technological processes are far more complex than what most people realize. Electrical problems can be particularly tricky to diagnose and fix, which is why it’s important to bring your truck

An essential part of owning and operating a truck is making sure you’re driving within FMCSA (federal) and CHP (California) standards. At S.E. Smith & Sons, we help truck drivers and businesses stay in compliance by making sure all truck systems are functioning properly