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.
The new system enables Webasto to cover 90% of the van market with approximately 30 a la carte HVAC components.
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.
Dry van trailer cargo decking systems can turn a trailer full of air into a bucket full of cash.
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.
Check out these tips for understanding timelines for commercial truck body orders.
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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