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Semi truck lug nut covers aren’t just useful in protecting your lug nut and wheel studs, but they’re a great way to achieve a more polished, cleaner look at a low-cost.  Here are some of the coolest-looking lug nut covers you can get for your commercial semi truck.  Steel Reflector Lug Nut Covers These are run-of-the-mill covers that feature a few different reflector colors at the tip. Amber, blue, and red are your choices. You can, of course, choose between a push-on sty …

Semi truck axle covers protect the exposed axle housing from dirt and road debris while offering some really awesome looking styles. And unlike "bigger" aftermarket purchases, like bumpers or grilles, axle caps don't eat into your budget.  Here are 5 great-looking styles to choose from. But first, here are a few general buyer's tips to know.  How to Purchase the Right Axle Cover Axle Cover Compatibility Designed for most hub-piloted or stud-piloted wheels  Common wheel diame …

Semi truck power inverters are critical for truckers who need more comfort, productivity, safety, and convenience on long-haul truck drives. How to Choose the Right Power Inverter for Your Truck Choosing the right one depends on your needs. What are you charging?  A 3000W inverter, for example, is enough power for a 900W microwave, a 120W mini-fridge, and a 90W laptop charger, plus a smart phone charger. Semi Truck Power Inverters — Key Specs to Consider  TERMS DEFINI …

Here's some visual data on the most commonly owned heavy duty semi truck models based upon four top brands: Peterbilt, Kenworth, Freightliner, International, Freightliner, and Volvo.  DISCLAIMER: (as of 2025) this data is four years old and should be compared with more up-to-date metrics.  In this graph, we comparing data collected from registered truck makes/models, filtering it down to just 4 popular trucks: Freightliner, Kenworth, Peterbilt, and Volvo. Freightliner had, by far, the …

A comfortable sleeper cabin space can improve your rest, well-being, and productivity on the road. It’s a worthwhile investment when you look at it this way.  Key takeaways:  Get a quality sleeper mattress  Maximize storage potential for your cab  Ergonomic seating and seat cushions  Kitchen essentials  Entertainment add-ons Understanding Your Sleeper Cab Space Sleeper Cab Sizes & Layouts 48” to 60” Sleepers – These are considered small …