Upfitting is a complicated process with many opportunities to make mistakes, sometimes very expensive ones. The first key step to a successful upfit is "Plan, Plan, Plan."
The Commercial Vehicle Upfitting Summit, formerly Truck Product Conference, will be held September 13-14, 2022.
Fleet managers divulged everything from how they obtain their upfits to the future developments they are most excited for.
Upfitting a vehicle is a process that requires thought and consideration. It is essential that fleet managers and all suppliers collaborate on upfits. In the final analysis, there are four proven strategies that will expedite OTD for upfits.
Where does one start with so many upfitting options? Where do you find and engage with the right people to help you find those products? How do you implement and test them? Who needs to be involved in the decision-making process?
Recent upfitting trends shows fleet managers finding innovations to support their everyday days.
Jon Toups was named president & chief operating officer for Masterack. He assumed this position on May 21, 2021.Earlier, Toups was senior vice president and chief commercial officer for LeasePlan USA, where he worked for nearly 12 years.
Ergonomics must be high on the fleet manager’s “radar screen” because it can significantly impact the bottom line by reducing workers’ comp costs, improving driver productivity, and reducing fatigue-induced operator errors that can lead to preventable accidents.
Patrick Miller has been named the new president for Dejana Truck & Utility Equipment, LLC. Miller has a broad background in the truck equipment industry, most recently with Commercial Vehicle Group in Ohio, where he was the president and CEO.
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