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Baltimore Freightliner-Western Star
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Local Phone: 410-685-4474
2723 Annapolis Road
Baltimore, Maryland 21230

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Archive for June, 2021

Preparing Your Truck for the Summer Season

Friday, June 25th, 2021

As the temperatures rise during the summer, it can affect the performance of your truck.

As a professional truck driver, you rely on your vehicle to travel from destination to destination to get the best profits for your business, especially during the busy summer season. However, as the temperatures rise during the summer, it can affect the performance of your truck and can even lead to damage requiring expensive repairs. That is why it is essential to keep up with preventative maintenance to reduce the chance of a breakdown. Here are some tips to keep your truck running smoothly during the summer season.

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Posted in Trucking Basics

What to Do if Your Truck Breaks Down

Friday, June 18th, 2021

If you are a professional truck driver, you will probably experience many breakdowns in your career.

If you are a professional truck driver, you will probably experience many breakdowns in your career. It is essential to know what to do in the event of a breakdown so that you can remain safe and make it to your destination. Depending on where you are when you break down, you could be vulnerable to crime or dangerous animals. Luckily, there are several steps you can take to limit your time on the side of the road, get your truck back on the road, and find help quickly so you can get to your destination.

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Posted in Trucking Lifestyle

What to Look for When Choosing a Truck Driving School

Friday, June 11th, 2021

Truck driving school helps prepare you with the knowledge and skills needed to complete and pass the CDL exam

Deciding to become a truck driver is a huge first step towards a new and exciting career. If you do not fit with the traditional 9-5 lifestyle and prefer having your freedom, truck driving may be the perfect choice for you. But once you have decided you want to be a truck driver, what do you do next? Here is where the schooling comes in. All truck drivers must be educated and licensed before they get behind the wheel. Truck driving school helps prepare you with the knowledge and skills needed to complete and pass the CDL exam. However, there are many schools out there, and not all are created equal. Here are some tips on what to look for in a driving school.

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Posted in Trucking Lifestyle

Signs Your Truck Engine Needs Repair

Friday, June 4th, 2021

Regular maintenance of your truck can minimize the chances of breaking down on the road, unfortunately, issues still may arise.

As a truck driver, your truck is your lifeline. It needs to remain in good working condition so you can properly do your job. The life of a truck driver is full of long hours and hard work, which can put a strain on your vehicle. Regular maintenance of your truck can minimize the chances of breaking down on the road, unfortunately, issues still may arise. If you are preparing for a long haul and notice any of these potential issues with your truck, it is recommended to schedule an inspection for repairs to ensure that you and everyone around you are safe on the road.

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Posted in Truck Body Repair

Baltimore Freightliner-Western Star is an award-winning, authorized dealer for new and used medium-duty and heavy-duty Freightliner and Western Star trucks and Sprinter Vans. We also provide expert service repair for Detroit Diesel, Cummins, Caterpillar, and Mercedes-Benz engines.
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