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The New Off-Road Equipment Regulation and Renewable Diesel Year-End Roundup
As we approach the end of 2023, we’re bringing you a summary of what’s happening with current Off-Road Vehicle requirements and the newest in renewable diesel offerings to ring in the New Year. We reported back in April that the California Air Resources Board (CARB) will be instigating major changes to the Off-Road Regulation starting…
Read MoreIntrastate ELD: What Drivers and Fleet Owners Need to Know
Electronic Logging Device (ELD) technology has made life easier for the trucking industry for years. In fact, using ELDs has been mandatory for interstate drivers, fleet managers, and fleet owners on the federal level since late 2015, when the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) issued its final rule on ELDs. California is now getting…
Read MoreHot Off the Press: The July Update on the New CARB Diesel Emissions Regulation
The California Air Resources Board (CARB) officially announced its Heavy Duty Inspection Maintenance Regulation (HD I/M) Program back in December, and phase-in began in January. This program is now known as the Clean Truck Check, a much more descriptive term that tells it like it is. Similar to the California Smog Check program for light-duty…
Read MoreBe Prepared for the New Off-Road Equipment Regulation on the Horizon
The California Air Resources Board (CARB) continues to shift gears on fleet requirements, and the Advanced Emission exhaust emission experts are dedicated to keeping you informed. We deliver up-to-the-minute CARB announcements, that affect your legal responsibilities to comply with state and federal requirements. We provide you with the facts without all the legal mumbo jumbo…
Read MoreEnter the New Year and a New CARB Diesel Emissions Regulation.
Back in August, we broke the news about new CARB inspection and maintenance rules about to appear on the horizon. It’s now official: You’ll need to tow the line on CARB’s Heavy Duty Inspection Maintenance Regulation (HD I/M) program. This new smoke inspection program is designed to replace the annual diesel emissions smoke test, the…
Read MoreBeware: The EPA is Cracking Down on Diesel Emissions Delete Devices
Everyone is trying to save money these days. The cost of fuel and diesel replacement parts cause diesel emissions delete devices look very attractive. Smog-control workarounds and DPF deletes came about in 2013 when the EPA mandated systems for pollution control on diesel pickups. Manufacturers and performance enthusiasts were driven to uncover ways to bypass…
Read MoreLet Your Voices Be Heard! Learn About the Proposed CARB Regulations and Submit Your Feedback.
The California Air Resources Board (CARB) is offering a rare opportunity to submit comments before they vote on new regulations to become policy. CARB will vote on the current version of the Advanced Clean Fleets (ACF) regulation during their public hearing on October 27th. The California Trucking Association (CTS) is reviewing the Initial Statement of…
Read MoreChanges Are In the Air: New CARB Inspection and Maintenance Requirements Take Aim at Heavy Duty Diesel Emissions
The role of the California Air Resources Board (CARB) is to implement effective solutions to curb air pollution in our state. In 2006, they additionally became the steward of the world’s first comprehensive programs to regulate mechanisms to achieve greenhouse gas reductions. CARB is in the driver’s seat on researching, monitoring, and adopting standards to…
Read MoreHow Summertime Fleet Maintenance Keeps Warranties In Good Order
Summertime driving can be tough on your heavy-duty diesel trucks. Weather and road dangers abound for both long-haulers and local haulers. Idling to pass through construction zones, sudden thundershowers producing slippery roads, and of course, extreme heat can produce unexpected problems. There’s more to fleet maintenance than topping off fluids, cleaning battery terminal ends, recharging…
Read MoreTime Is Running Out On The Ag Mileage Extension!
The clock strikes on December 31st, 2022 for ALL diesel engine trucks from 2009 and earlier. You’ll need to retire them, put them out to pasture, and say goodbye to replace them with 2010 or newer trucks that meet California Air Resource Board (CARB) mandates. There’s one exception: When you are compliant by running under…
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