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Vehicle Operator Safety: It’s Good Business
Safety is a priority in businesses that utilize commercial vehicles. It's not only for the sake of your employees' health or OSHA compliance, though—it also makes good business sense.
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Invest In Your Landscaping Business With a Dump Truck
Invest In Your Landscaping Business With a Dump Truck
If growing your clientele and expanding your landscape business is on your to-do list, you might be amazed at the possibilities a dump bed makes possible.
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Truck Storage: Toolboxes, Equipment Storage, Shelving and More
Truck Storage: Toolboxes, Equipment Storage, Shelving and More
One of the best parts of investing in a work truck is figuring out ways to make it work best for you. Through upfitting, you can configure your truck to help you become more efficient and better organized, all while easing bodily strain and ensuring ideal working conditions. The experts at Monroe Truck Equipment put together this list of storage options to consider when upfitting your work truck.
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Choosing the Best Fleet Management Software: Reviews & Prices
Choosing the Best Fleet Management Software: Reviews & Prices
When it comes to managing a fleet of vehicles, there is a lot to consider. There are many moving parts to keep track of, from maintenance and repairs to driver safety and compliance. If you have more than a couple of trucks and other equipment, eventually you’ll realize you can't do everything.
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Flex Fuel Vehicles: E85 Fuel Explained
Flex Fuel Vehicles: E85 Fuel Explained
As the push for sustainability encroaches on the auto industry, commercial vehicles are no exception. Flex fuel is a great option, but is it better?
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Unique History of the Modern Dump Truck
Unique History of the Modern Dump Truck
Dump trucks are one of the most important tools on a construction site, for mining, demolition, waste management and landscaping. They have become a feature of everyday life, but did you know that Dump Trucks have a fascinating history that reaches back to Europe in the 1800s?
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Tips for Deciding When to Electrify Your Fleet
Tips for Deciding When to Electrify Your Fleet
Electrifying a fleet may seem like a large and daunting task, but if you plan ahead and do your research, you’ll be able to make a smooth transition. For most fleets, incorporating electric vehicles (EVs) will be a cost-saving decision. For the majority of fleets, it will make sense to begin the electrification process as soon as possible.
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Work Truck Solutions Commercial Vehicle Business Summit: Alternative Fuels, EVs and When to Pass the Baton to the New Generation of Commercial Vehicles.
Work Truck Solutions Commercial Vehicle Business Summit: Alternative Fuels, EVs and When to Pass the Baton to the New Generation of Commercial Vehicles.
On September 22 and 23, Work Truck Solutions and COMVOY brought industry leaders together to discuss EV and alternative drivetrain/fuel adoption. The commercial vehicle industry is in the process of a significant transformation to alternative fuels that could positively affect the future of commercial transportation and logistics. If you missed the only major summit dedicated to the growing commercial vehicle industry, recordings of the sessions are now available on Work Truck Solutions' YouTube channel.
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Truck and Van EV Companies to Watch for in 2022
Truck and Van EV Companies to Watch for in 2022
Southern California Edison estimates it will save more than 620,000 gallons of fuel annually by switching out its diesel trucks for EVs. This is why SCE has been working with Freightliner and their eCascadia Class 8 battery-electric tractor for material transport operations.
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3 Upfitting Trends That Focus on Long Term Success
3 Upfitting Trends That Focus on Long Term Success
In recent years, manufacturers and upfitters have made great strides to accommodate the needs and long term goals of commercial contractors and end users. As technology and trends continue to advance, there will always be opportunities to develop new and changing innovations to support the changing needs of customers.
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