There are many trucking superstitions and urban legends passed down to younger generations that are usually unverified claims with exaggerated or inaccurate details. These can relate to maintenance, technique, methods, product selection, etc. and while they make for a great laugh, the information can potentially be problematic to your truck or wheel axle. Doug, Dave and Mike share some of their favorite “wise tales” from the field, why the advice may actually be unreliable and how it can be corrected to create real truths.

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Understanding the processes of litigation is important within the trucking industry as, for fleets, it is a likely occurrence. Therefore, what better way to learn what to expect when walking into a courtroom than by witnessing a real life scenario? The leaders of TMC made a significant impact on attendees of its March Annual Meeting when they activated a mock trial centered around a wheel-off and offering viewers an eye opening and instructive lesson. On this episode of Behind The Wheels, Doug and Mike talk with fellow host, Dave Walters, who helped reinvigorate this concept and bring it to life.

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What is galvanic corrosion, why does it occur and what does it mean for the health of your wheel and hub? In the first new episode of 2022, Doug, Dave and Mike will help better understand what happens when a wheel sticks to the hub and the solutions that can help prevent this challenging issue. Yes, there are products and tools on the market that claim to be galvanic corrosion problem solvers, but the Alcoa® wheel experts detail which actually help your wheels and hub, and which could cause even more problems.

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