Posts by Knapheide
Tips for Building a Successful Business Relationship
It’s vital that you cultivate strong business relationships. But why? Well, whether you’re working for an upfitter or dealer, or really any kind of business, you’ll likely find that strong relationships will make all the difference when it comes to closing deals, improving sales and/or helping grow the business. So, how do you do it?…
Read More5 Signs It’s Time to Trade Your Pickup for a Service Truck
As an on-the-go tradesperson – whether you’re an electrician, contractor, plumber or other professional – you know how important it is to have a reliable, capable work truck. After all, it’s more than just your mode of transportation – it’s your mobile office, where you store your tools and the backbone of your daily operations.…
Read More5 Tips For Branding Company Vehicles
While branding your work truck and/or work van might seem like a minor opportunity to market your business, it might have a bigger impact than you’d think. You see, while the pandemic changed a lot, commutes for one, one thing remained the same – Americans being on the road. A lot. In fact, according to…
Read MoreWhy Brand Consistency Matters for Your Business
Your brand is more than just your company’s name, logo, trademark(s) and who you say you are, although those are all important aspects of it. Your brand also encompasses how consumers think and feel about your company, products and/or services and brand, otherwise known as brand perception. Why is Your Brand Important? Your brand is…
Read More4 Ways to Beat the Heat on the Jobsite
Many people are affected by extreme heat each year. Overexposure to heat can cause issues such as extreme fatigue, headache, nausea, high temperature, sunburn/sun poisoning and much more. So, how can you stay cool on the jobsite this summer? Follow some of these tips to beat the heat! Hydrate Make sure that your worksite has…
Read More8 Tips for Winterizing Your Work Truck
Winter weather will be here before you know it. If you’re caught unprepared, the sub-zero temperatures, snow and ice will wreak havoc on your work vehicle and its systems. And we know it’s important that, whether your business operates one or one hundred work vehicles, you keep them all up-and-running. So, be proactive this year,…
Read More5 Tips for Increasing Work Truck Fuel Economy
As costs of goods and services continue to rise, an increasing number of businesses and individuals are reviewing their spending more closely, looking for creative ways to reduce expenses. Traditionally, fuel has been seen as simply a necessity and “a cost of doing business.” But, what if you could reduce that cost by cutting down…
Read MoreWhen to Stock Every Type of Commercial Vehicle
ARE YOU STOCKING THE RIGHT UPFITS ON YOUR LOT THIS SEASON? For many, it’s difficult to know what products to stock on their lot and when; it’s even a complicated question for experienced commercial vehicle salespeople to answer. To help, we’ve put together a seasonal inventory calendar. But, keep in mind, this calendar is a…
Read MoreHow To Book More Commercial Vehicle Service Appointments
Four Service Tips for Commercial Truck Dealers Your commercial customers rely on their work vehicles for more than just transportation; they’re often an important tool in helping them get their job done. When a work truck is down, it impacts their livelihood or the revenue of their company. Whether your customer is part of a…
Read MoreHow to Choose Between Standard or Custom Work Truck Bodies
Should you choose a standard or custom body for your jobsite or dealership lot? The decision can be a difficult one. As the name suggests, custom implies a truck body built to you or your customers’ exact specifications. While “custom” sounds like a perfect fit, there are cons that coincide with going that route. Let’s…
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