Archive for 2020
Handyman’s Classic Truck Gets Contemporary Service Body
It’s one of the more unique upfits we’ve seen in recent history. Sean Witt’s 1964 Chevy C10 Service Body is a real head-turner. Witt operates Repair Request, LLC, a professional handyman service, in the Elk Grove, California area. His profession and his passion for classic vehicles led him to the restoration of his truck, which…
Read MoreWork Vehicle Upfitting Upgrades That Maximize Safety
Safety is everywhere on jobsites. Regulations are put in place by government agencies to minimize the risk of injuries, equipment has a laundry list of safety features, and laborers protect themselves with safety glasses, ear plugs, hard hats, steel toed boots, high visibility clothing, among many other things. Work vehicles have safety features that Henry…
Read MoreKnapheide Adds 46” and 60” Service Truck Body Height Options
With increased capacity to store cargo safely and securely, Knapheide is excited to announce the addition of 46″ and 60″ Service Bodies to our industry leading Service Body line-up. See more in our product walk-around from the 2020 Work Truck Show. Shop Knapheide Service Bodies SERVICE BODIES
Read More5 Tips For Branding Company Vehicles
Work vehicles are highly visible, rolling billboards. Most companies will put the company logo and a phone number on a spot or two on the vehicle, giving it little thought. While this approach is better than nothing, it is always best to consider the following before investing in your rolling billboard. 1. Be Clear With…
Read MoreSmart Solutions for Ladder Storage on Work Vehicles
We’ve all been there, you pull up to a jobsite and need to retrieve something from your vehicle. Unfortunately that something is obstructed by your ladder that is stored in the bed space of your work truck. So instead of getting what you need right away, you are stuck with removing your ladder to get…
Read MoreGas vs Diesel: What’s the Best Fuel for Your Work Truck?
Today’s comprehensive selection of commercial vehicle engines offers many benefits to customers. A myriad of choices enable customers to select the engine that best fits their application without sacrificing torque, fuel efficiency, horsepower and more. While the vast engine choices create additional value, it can also create a dilemma when it comes to properly spec’ing…
Read MoreWhat is the Optimal Replacement Cycle for Work Trucks?
Replacement cycles of work trucks are all over the board. While some swap them out before operators even get comfortable with the truck, others choose to hold on until the truck has dug its’ own grave. While there are pros and cons to both approaches, its’ best to find that sweet spot in the middle…
Read MoreKnapheide Introduces Saw Body: A Concrete Contractors Ultimate Truck
To meet the everyday needs of those working with concrete, the new Saw Body from Knapheide is dedicated to transporting and supporting heavy concrete saws and equipment used for slab and flat cutting. Get all the details in our Saw Body walk-around from the 2020 Work Truck Show in Indianapolis. Learn About Knapheide Saw…
Read MoreKnapheide’s New Combo Body: A Service and Flatbed Truck Fusion
Combining a service body (front) and platform (rear) to provide maximum functionality and versatility, Knapheide’s new Combo Body is applicable for practically any vocation nationwide. See more in our walk-around video from the 2020 Work Truck Show in Indianapolis. Learn About Knapheide Combo Bodies Combo Bodies
Read MoreHow Facebook Helps Dealers Move Vehicle Inventory
As one of the world’s largest media platforms and 94% of its traffic coming from mobile devices, Facebook has evolved into an all-encompassing social media channel that allows you to directly reach audiences of any kind. As a result, more dealerships than ever are utilizing the site to increase sales thanks to a multitude of…
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