FORT WAYNE, Ind. — The North American Council for Freight Efficiency (NACFE) has released a new report, Messy Middle Powertrain Service & Maintenance.
“This report is a guidebook for OEMs, fleets, drivers, dealerships, shops and technicians on the breadth of complexity facing truck and trailer maintenance and service in the Messy Middle,” NACFE said. “The report highlights the growing resources available to help the industry improve technician training and help prepare service center operations to better serve fleet needs.”
The report covers internal combustion engines, renewable natural gas, battery electric and hydrogen fuel cell vehicles. It explores components such as wheels, tires and brakes as well as delving into the infrastructure needed to service various powertrains. It also looks at the skills technicians are going to need to be able to work on the multiple powertrain solutions that are currently available to fleets in the Messy Middle.
Click here to download the full report.
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