Best Alcoa Wheels Podcasts (2024)

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Wise Tales: Trucking’s Supposed Truths 34:47

2y ago34:47

34:47

There are many trucking superstitions and urban legends passed down to younger generations that are usually unverified claims with exaggerated or inaccurate details. These can relate to maintenance, technique, methods, product selection, etc. and while they make for a great laugh, the information can potentially be problematic to your truck or whee…

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Did They Rest Their Case? Recapping The 2022 TMC Wheel-Off Mock Trial 27:18

2+ y ago27:18

27:18

Understanding the processes of litigation is important within the trucking industry as, for fleets, it is a likely occurrence. Therefore, what better way to learn what to expect when walking into a courtroom than by witnessing a real life scenario? The leaders of TMC made a significant impact on attendees of its March Annual Meeting when they activ…

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Galvanic Corrosion: Hub Bore Challenges and Solutions 20:05

2+ y ago20:05

20:05

What is galvanic corrosion, why does it occur and what does it mean for the health of your wheel and hub? In the first new episode of 2022, Doug, Dave and Mike will help better understand what happens when a wheel sticks to the hub and the solutions that can help prevent this challenging issue. Yes, there are products and tools on the market that c…

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Dual Valve Wheel: One More Revolutionary Alcoa® Wheels Solution 6:13

2+ y ago6:13

6:13

With tire pressure management systems (TPMS) continuing to be a major player in the industry, it became essential to identify a way to operate the TPMS, while not disrupting tire/wheel maintenance. Just this year, Alcoa® Wheels introduced its Dual Valve Wheel, which allows operators and fleet owners to install a TPMS into one valve of the wheel , a…

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Learn How Heat Buildup Impacts Your Wheels. 15:34

2+ y ago15:34

15:34

Alcoa Wheels experts understand that the topic of heat leads to many questions. That’s why we’re dedicating another episode to this “hot” issue, specifically as it relates to wheels. How do you manage your wheel if it gets too hot, how do you know when your wheel is too hot and what should you do if it is? Also, learn how heat indicators are a crit…

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How Do Recommended Practices Come to Life? 21:25

3y ago21:25

21:25

Our hosts Doug, Dave and Mike are big fans of all that the Technology and Maintenance Council (TMC) has to offer and they love getting into the nitty gritty. On this episode, the guys are taking a deep dive into all things Recommended Practices (RP’s). It’s a powerful discussion regarding how the ideas of RP’s are introduced at TMC and the path the…

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Current Technologies That Drive Freight Efficiency with NACFE’s Mike Roeth 34:33

3y ago34:33

34:33

We all know that fleets and their decision makers are the influencers to making industry differences. Doug, Dave and Mike sit down with the North American Council for Freight Efficiency (NACFE)’s executive director, Mike Roeth, to talk about the most reliable information for optimum truck performance. With so much diversity within the commercial ve…

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Loading: A Heavy Responsibility Part 2 19:34

3y ago19:34

19:34

In this follow up episode of Behind the Wheels, Doug, Dave and Mike take a deeper dive into the topic of loading and the things that affect it. Topics include the importance of placement on the spread axle, the fifth wheel positioning and how it affects the steer axle and one of the most common problems - managing inflation pressure. Find out how t…

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Loading: A Heavy Responsibility 12:59

3y ago12:59

12:59

Mike, Doug and Dave take on the topic of loading. From the very basics of loading like load limits, weight limits and axle limits, to the difference between static loading vs dynamic loading. Don’t want to miss an episode of Behind The Wheels? Subscribe today. Links from Todays Episode: For more information about Alcoa Wheels visit: https://www.alc…

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The wheels on the bus go … aluminum 20:42

3y ago20:42

20:42

Doug, Dave and Mike highlight the transit market, and its' wheels, on this episode of Behind The Wheels. When you see a bus or coach riding down the road, notice how many are equipped with aluminum wheels. Why is aluminum such a fit for this industry? The guys answer this by sharing the history behind introducing aluminum to these applications and …

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What’s trucking like in the land down under? 32:40

3y ago32:40

32:40

We’re going global in this latest Behind The Wheels episode as Doug, Dave and Mike chat with Ross Simmons, managing director Alcoa Wheels Australia. The guys have worked together for many years, and share what the commercial vehicle wheels industry is like down under. Ross has been with Alcoa Wheels Australia since its inception in 1985 and shares …

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Buying a Truck in 2021 with Jason Cuddy from Transportation Exchange 33:22

3+ y ago33:22

33:22

Dave, Mike and Michael who is sitting in for Doug, welcome Jason Cuddy, host of The Transportation Exchange Podcast, presented by Rush Truck Centres of Canada. During this episode, the guys discuss how logistical challenges, shutdowns and delays have affected the truck inventory, as well as what customers are looking for and getting excited about i…

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The Story Behind Wheel Torque Solutions 23:16

3+ y ago23:16

23:16

This week on Behind the Wheels, we had the opportunity to join, host Jamie Irvine, as a guest on his Heavy-Duty Parts Report podcast to talk about the issue of wheel-offs. When there is a wheel-off situation it is a catastrophic failure that puts the public and the driver at risk of serious injury or even death. Additionally, the fleet has to deal …

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Wheels of Shame Part 2 26:33

3+ y ago26:33

26:33

Where do wheels that have been badly abused end up? Many find themselves in the Alcoa® Warranty Center where our team learns some of its best lessons. Alcoa® technical experts use these “wheels of shame,” as educational opportunities, that contribute to being the best in design, engineering and manufacturing. In this episode, Doug, Dave and Mike ha…

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Let’s Talk About Truck Classes 3 – 6! 22:02

3+ y ago22:02

22:02

The medium duty market can be defined in so many different ways by so many different people. Doug, Dave and Mike take this episode of Behind The Wheels to help listeners better understand what constitutes the medium duty market, the applications associated with medium duty trucks and the wheels on these applications. There is so much variety when i…

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The Evolution of Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems with Doran Manufacturing 22:40

3+ y ago22:40

22:40

Doug, Dave and Mike welcome Lee Demis to Behind The Wheels, vice president, business development, with Doran Manufacturing. As a leading supplier of Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems (TPMS) for truck/trailer fleets, commercial equipment, RVs and motorcycles, Doran knows everything about the TPMS. During this episode, the guys discuss how and why TPM…

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Why Wide Base Wheels? 28:19

3+ y ago28:19

28:19

For the past 20 years, wide base wheels have made their mark on the North American commercial vehicle wheel industry. Since their introduction, and thanks to innovative engineering, design and manufacturing, they are lighter than ever and are ideal in optimizing fuel economy and payload efficiency. So, what are customers looking for when it comes t…

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In Our Wheel House: Chatting With The Pros At Daimler Trucks North America 33:31

3+ y ago33:31

33:31

Doug, Dave and Mike are honored to be joined by three of their friends from Daimler Trucks North America—Ryan Major, Alexander Lee and Joseph Kidd. Their conversation focuses on the OEM perspective and what they are seeing in terms of industry trends and technology. Fuel economy and freight efficiency continue to be a major priority for OEMs. In th…

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How Teamwork Makes The Dream Work 30:27

3+ y ago30:27

30:27

In this episode, Doug, Dave and Mike are REALLY going behind the wheels. They’re digging a little deeper within the industry to share the positive impact industry experts create when they take off their company hats, come together for the greater good and collaborate to advance the trucking market. Industry members are highly involved in various tr…

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How To Trouble Shoot Wheel End Failures: The Hub 21:27

3+ y ago21:27

21:27

How do you know when something is wrong with your wheel axle end and what can you do to change your maintenance processes to avoid issues in the future? In this episode, Doug, Dave and Mike will address the best ways to troubleshoot wheel end failures—exclusively on the hub. With the hub changing so much in the past 10-20 years, it’s important to u…

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Stud Piloted Wheels and the Value of Systems Standardization 31:49

4y ago31:49

31:49

With stud piloted systems seemingly a thing of the past, Mike and Doug discuss the benefits of global standardization and best maintenance and torquing practices. For all things wheel axle ends, be sure to subscribe to the Behind The Wheels podcast. For more information visit: https://www.alcoawheels.com/alcoawheels/north-america/en/home.asp Follow…

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Aluminum Wheels Vs. Steel Wheels: An Age Old Debate 31:11

4y ago31:11

31:11

For as long as anyone in the truck wheel industry can remember, there has always been a debate as to which is better—aluminum or steel wheels—and it’s an ongoing topic Doug, Dave, Mike and many other Alcoa Wheels experts discuss with fleets and OEMs regularly. The conversation always includes the differences between the different metals, the advant…

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Truck and Wheel Differences Around the Globe with Marc Minoli 29:22

4y ago29:22

29:22

Our special guest for this episode is known as THE world’s leading industry expert for wheels and axle ends. Marc Minoli from Alcoa Wheels Europe joins Doug, Dave and Mike where he shares background on North American and European trucking markets, as well as the major global differences in both truck and wheel design. The guys unpack how regulation…

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Wheels: They're More Than Just Round 19:43

4y ago19:43

19:43

How complex is a wheel? Grant DeGeorge, Global Design Manager for Alcoa Wheels, joins Behind The Wheels to share the ins and outs of wheel design. Having been with Alcoa Wheels for 13 years, Grant is the genius behind Alcoa Wheels’ breakthrough 7-spoke wheel—a special OEM stylized wheel with a unique and aggressive design. So, what factors need to …

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Tire Safety with Tire Industry Association 1:10:23

4y ago1:10:23

1:10:23

BONUS EPISODE! Get up close and personal with the man known as “the expert in tire service,” Kevin Rohlwing, senior vice president of training for the Tire Industry Association (TIA). TIA’s mission is to promote tire safety through training and education, act as the principal advocate in government affairs and enhance the image and professionalism …

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Wise Tales: Trucking’s Supposed Truths 34:47

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Did They Rest Their Case? Recapping The 2022 TMC Wheel-Off Mock Trial 27:18

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Galvanic Corrosion: Hub Bore Challenges and Solutions 20:05

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Dual Valve Wheel: One More Revolutionary Alcoa® Wheels Solution 6:13

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Learn How Heat Buildup Impacts Your Wheels. 15:34

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How Do Recommended Practices Come to Life? 21:25

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Current Technologies That Drive Freight Efficiency with NACFE’s Mike Roeth 34:33

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Loading: A Heavy Responsibility Part 2 19:34

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Loading: A Heavy Responsibility 12:59

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The wheels on the bus go … aluminum 20:42

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What’s trucking like in the land down under? 32:40

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Buying a Truck in 2021 with Jason Cuddy from Transportation Exchange 33:22

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The Story Behind Wheel Torque Solutions 23:16

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Wheels of Shame Part 2 26:33

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Let’s Talk About Truck Classes 3 – 6! 22:02

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The Evolution of Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems with Doran Manufacturing 22:40

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Why Wide Base Wheels? 28:19

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In Our Wheel House: Chatting With The Pros At Daimler Trucks North America 33:31

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How Teamwork Makes The Dream Work 30:27

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How To Trouble Shoot Wheel End Failures: The Hub 21:27

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Stud Piloted Wheels and the Value of Systems Standardization 31:49

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Aluminum Wheels Vs. Steel Wheels: An Age Old Debate 31:11

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Truck and Wheel Differences Around the Globe with Marc Minoli 29:22

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Wheels: They're More Than Just Round 19:43

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Tire Safety with Tire Industry Association 1:10:23

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