Semis traveling at highway speeds can take the equivalent of a couple football fields to come to a complete stop—and that’s assuming their brakes are fully functional. Given this stopping distance, it’s extremely important for owner-operators and fleet managers to ensure the brakes on their trailers are in good condition at all times when the vehicles are heading out on the road. Brake problems may be responsible for as many as a third of all large truck accidents. Staying on top of brake maintenance and getting any necessary truck and trailer repair in Centre County, PA should be a top... View Article
There’s a lot of care that goes into owning your own semi truck. These trucks can cost a lot to purchase in the first place, and will many times be your main source of income. Even if you don’t own the vehicle, it’s a major pain to have to pull over and fix an issue, especially if you’re on the highway. This is why it’s important to understand and avoid common semi truck issues. Like any vehicle, a semi truck can experience any number of problems, including brake issues, problems with the engine and more. It’s good to be properly... View Article
Just like every other piece of equipment that’s vital to your business, it’s necessary to perform preventative maintenance on your heavy trucks. This can help you avoid costly repairs down the line. It can also help prevent accidents if the truck’s vital systems fail. Pennsylvania also requires annual inspections to ensure the truck is in good working order and compliant with all applicable regulations. When you need heavy truck repair in Centre County, PA, come to the experts at S & R Repairs Towing & Recovery Inc. We’re here to handle big rig truck repairs of any type, from new... View Article
In just a few short days, the last traces of summer in Pennsylvania will disappear, and we’ll be thrust into another long, white winter. What’s more, most predictions indicate that this year could involve an epic display of snow, ice and freezing rain. There’s no prettier place to be than tucked next to a fireplace watching the winter through your window—and there are few more dangerous places to be than on the road during a winter storm. While we’d all love to be tucked away for the winter, the fact is that commerce doesn’t (and simply cannot) stop for bad... View Article
