Category: Maintenance & Equipment

Did you know you can earn 200 Pro-Points by identifying maintenance issues and scheduling inspections for trailers?

Annual vehicle inspection reports (AVIRs) are mandatory for tractor-trailer safety, and there are many reasons why they are important to complete, such as:

• Identifying unsafe conditions before they cause accidents
• Pinpointing mechanical problems before costly breakdowns occur
• Preventing DOT roadside inspections from placing you out of service or issuing infractions and fines.

We currently have some overdue AVIRs for our trailers, and we could use your assistance! Check out the list below to see which trailers require inspection or need paperwork scanned in. *Note that this list is constantly being updated daily so, PLEASE check for the trailer’s paperwork first. If the AVIR has already been completed, but the trailer still appears on the due list, please scan in the paperwork.

How to scan in AVIR paperwork:

• In mobile capture, scan in the paperwork under maintenance, then AVIR
• Then, you will need to enter the unit # and date

Once we’ve received the paperwork, we will reward you with 200 Pro-Points as a token of gratitude for your hard work. These are very important to complete, and we appreciate those who identify trailer AVIR dues and take the time to get them inspected. Thank you!

Trailer AVIR’s Due – List

With cold weather approaching, we would like to remind everyone to start your truck heater at least once a month to make sure it is properly working. Some trucks may require multiple attempts, so we want to ensure your heater is working properly before it’s too late. If you have any problems, please call the shop.

Did you know that as an Owner Operator, filling out a maintenance report each month is not only MK’s policy but a requirement by the DOT as well?

As per the DOT and MK’s policy, Owner Operators and Lease Purchase Drivers must fill out a detailed monthly maintenance report. The requirement to fill out a maintenance report each month is a measure put in place to encourage truck owners to keep their trucks in top-notch condition. Here are a few benefits of filling out the monthly maintenance report:

• Ensures your truck is running efficiently and safely
• Helps to identify any potential safety issues before they become major problems.
• Can be used as a record of maintenance history
• Helps to ensure compliance with DOT regulations and avoid fines or other penalties.

There are two ways to fill out the report:

1. You can manually fill out the report and then use Mobile Capture to scan and send it to us
2. Or you can use the drop form link below and fill out the report electronically. Drop Form Link

Overall, keeping detailed records of your vehicle’s maintenance and repairs is an important part of being a responsible owner operator or lease purchase driver. By taking the time to fill out the maintenance report each month, you can ensure that your truck is safe and compliant with DOT regulations.

If you have any questions, please reach out to Amy or Marla.