We are frequently asked for tips on caring for batteries in cold weather. However, keeping your battery running at full capacity during the cold doesn’t start when the first frost…
As technology advances in the trucking industry, more and more pieces of a truck are run by electronics. What that means for technicians is that they need to have a…
Sweets. King size candy bars. Chips. Salty snacks. Soda pop. These are the items that most prominently greet you when you walk into a gas station. With a little looking…
As we all know, being a long-haul driver comes with some challenges—particularly when it comes to getting enough exercise and eating healthily. While we can’t tackle the whole problem in…
December is a fun and exciting time for most people. For many in the trucking industry, of course, it’s also a crazy time of ensuring that the increased number of…
Every shop is set up a little bit differently, according to size, available space, and the preference of the shop manager. However, one thing that is consistent across most shops…
November has arrived and so have the yearly cravings for turkey! Not only is it a wonderful season to sit back a bit and think about all the things we…
Winter is hard on batteries and electrical systems, so it is important to make sure the proper preventative maintenance procedures are followed every fall. In the two short videos below…
Mission Critical Electronics (“MCE”) is announcing its acquisition of Purkeys Fleet Electric. Purkeys is a North American leader in the development, manufacturing, and distribution of electric power solutions to truck…
Happy Halloween from all of us here at Purkeys! We hope you’ve enjoyed this month as much as we have. Once again, some of our products joined in on the…
Halloween is almost here, and winter is just around the corner! At Purkeys, we’re already busting out our winter gear and getting ready for the cold weather—but people aren’t the…
Fall is finally here, and the cold season is officially upon us! The colder months are an exciting time; it is a season filled with the chaos of the holidays,…