Commercial Vehicle Upfitting Summit Replaces Annual NTEA Event
The Commercial Vehicle Upfitting Summit, formerly Truck Product Conference, will be held September 13-14, 2022.
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.
NRS Brakes launches a new line of galvanized pads exclusively for the 2019-2021 Ram 2500 and 3500 trucks.
The patented aftermarket brake pads from NRS are designed to mitigate rust and corrosion and require fewer replacements.
Having sold Saab in 2009 and then quit Europe altogether in 2017 when GM Europe sold its Opel and Vauxhall brands to the PSA Group (now Stellantis), GM Europe is nosing its way back to Europe.
Equipment tips for last-mile and home-delivery fleets to take advantage of the surge in refrigerated delivery demand.
Many tire OEMs have increased prices in CY-2021, ranging from 3-10% depending on type of tire and size. Higher commodity prices and increased ocean freight rates are being passed on to end users as OE profit margins compress.
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.
Upfitters have been battered by inconsistent chassis deliveries from the OEMs, back-ordered parts, widespread labor shortages, constraints on ordering pre-fabricated parts, and higher expenses for aluminum and steel.
Bill Gibson, director of national sales for ELMS, passed away on August 26, 2021, in Orlando, Fla., following a brief illness. Gibson is best remembered for his fleet career at General Motors, where he retired on April 30, 2011, as director, sales for General Motors Fleet & Commercial Operations. He worked at GM for 38 years, which included 21 years in GM Fleet & Commercial Operation, which included rental, commercial, and global fleet sales.
Here are some best practices fleet managers can implement when planning truck purchases to ensure they are getting the most for their money.
Where does one start with so many 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? Why or why not is this the next best decision? What do you need to know about a full scale roll out?
Learn about the nine common mistakes made when spec'ing liftgates, why they're made, and how to avoid them in this Fleet 101 episode of Truck Chat.
Renault Tech's new Kangoo for the Transport for People with Reduced Mobility (TPMR) is designed for inclusive mobility, comfort, and modularity.
Recent upfitting trends shows fleet managers finding innovations to support their everyday days.
Modern day work trucks and vans need modern solutions. Top truck and van upfitters share their newest and greatest upfit options.
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