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Articlesby Shelley MikaOctober 11, 2017

How to Choose Racks and Bins

Racks and bins turn trucks and vans into mobile workshops. With an abundance of options available to fleet managers, here’s all you need to know about these organizational devices.

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Photo Galleriesby StaffOctober 11, 2017

Work Truck Fleet Rack & Bin Options

There are a number of rack and bin options to help secure tools and materials in your truck or van. Know what's available for your varying fleet needs

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Photo Galleriesby StaffJuly 27, 2017

Ford Trucks Through the Years

Ford celebrated 100 years of trucks on July 26, 2017. The date marks the centennial of the first Ford truck, the Model TT, offered to the public.

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Articlesby Amy HercherMay 16, 2017

Vehicle Wraps: Eye Candy for Your Brand

Providing thousands of visual impressions — and thumbs-up at stoplights — vehicle wraps are one of the most cost-effective marketing mediums for fleets. But proper design is essential to grab a potential client’s attention in 4 to 6 seconds.

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ArticlesCover Storyby Lauren FletcherFebruary 7, 2017

Tips for Spec'ing Engines and Transmissions

With new advancements in technology impacting price, fuel economy, and maintenance intervals, properly spec’ing engines and transmissions for your work trucks is more important than ever.

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Articlesby Tariq KamalJanuary 25, 2017

Ford F-Series Super Duty: All That Power

Ford’s range of full-size F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 pickups and chassis cabs is all-new for 2017. The new truck is available as a chassis cab or in regular cab, crew cab, and SuperCab configurations with 6.75- and 8.0-foot beds.

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Articlesby Chris BrownNovember 22, 2016

Comparing Vans by Lifecycle Cost

This analysis shows that ownership costs for vans with similar powertrains, GVWR, and capacities can vary by manufacturer as much as $9,000.

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Photo Galleriesby StaffNovember 18, 2016

2016 L.A. Auto Show: Specialty Vehicles

While new vehicles are the reason most people attend the L.A. Auto Show, it is also a gallery of the cutting edge, the fastest, and most unusual specialty designs available today. Read full coverage here.

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ArticlesSeptember 14, 2016

Selecting a Cab Chassis vs. Cutaway Chassis

There are numerous considerations to be made the next time you choose between a cutaway or cab chassis. Cab configuration, maneuverability, vehicle class, desired body, off-road frequency, and cost should all play a role in the selection process.

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Articlesby Amy HercherJuly 22, 2016

Fleet Reduces Fuel Expense by Converting to Propane

After converting 10 of its Chevrolet Express cargo vans from gasoline to propane autogas, this beverage fleet saved approximately $10,000 in fuel costs in less than a year.

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