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Articlesby Joanne TuckerMarch 20, 2013

Propane Factors for a Small Fleet

This coffee roasting company says that at 50,000 miles annually per vehicle, the bi-fuel propane autogas conversion on two vans will likely pay back in less than one year.

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Articlesby Sean LydenMarch 14, 2013

6 Mistakes to Avoid When Spec'ing Refrigerated Truck Bodies

Incorrectly spec’ing a refrigerated truck can be costly to both a fleet and a company’s clients. Knowing what mistakes to avoid when spec’ing can go a long way to impacting the bottom line and increasing company business.

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NewsFebruary 22, 2013

Midway Specialty Vehicles Marks Milestone Anniversary Upfitting Daimler Sprinter Vans

Midway Specialty Vehicles has been providing Daimler’s Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner dealers products from its South Carolina headquarters through its strategic partnership alliance with the OEM for 10 continuous years.

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NewsJanuary 16, 2013

Testa Produce Adds Electric Trucks to Delivery Fleet

Testa Produce has added two new all-electric trucks to its delivery fleet, custom-made with a chassis from Smith Electric Vehicles and an insulated body from Kidron.

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Articlesby Joanne TuckerDecember 3, 2012

The Urban Maze: Making Deliveries Count in NYC

Operating its chain of drug stores in the tight spaces of New York City, Duane Reade has engineered a new concept in inventory management while optimizing its fleet for electrification.

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Articlesby StaffSeptember 6, 2011

Cab-Forward vs. Cutaway Van: Which is Better for Delivery Fleets?

The choice of one truck type over the other depends on a fleet’s needs. Answering some key questions can make the decision easier.

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Articlesby Thi DaoMarch 30, 2011

Sprinkles Delivers High-End Cupcakes with Mercedes Sprinter

The owners of Sprinkles Cupcakes designed and upfitted their eye-catching “Sprinklesmobile” to reflect the ¬image of the gourmet cupcake chain.

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Articlesby Sean LydenNovember 1, 2008

Spec'ing Box Truck Bodies to Maximize Productivity

Improving box truck body specs can boost cost savings and crew productivity. Here are some tips to create a clear plan for each truck, matching the right body specs to the application.

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Articlesby Joe BohnSeptember 1, 2008

FedEx Implements Green Fleet Initiative

FedEx’s diverse environmental efforts range throughout its operation, with commercial hybrids dominating the company’s attention.

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ArticlesCover Storyby Grace LauronMay 1, 2008

DuraStar Does the Job Green

To combat volatile diesel fuel prices, Navistar offers truck fleets a greener alternative with the International DuraStar medium-duty diesel hybrid electric truck — offering up to 60% more fuel economy than traditional diesel engines.

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