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ArticlesSeptember 16, 2023

How to Select and Spec a Pickup

Versatile and dependable, the pickup truck is truly a workhorse. But you can't use a Clydesdale if the job calls for a Thoroughbred. Choose, and equip, your pickups in the same way you'd hire staff.

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ArticlesFebruary 18, 2021

Selecting the Right PTO Doesn't Have to Be Hard

Spec’ing the correct PTO for the vehicle and application, and properly maintaining it, will optimize performance and extend the lifecycle of the unit to provide years of reliable service.

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ArticlesCover Storyby Mike AntichFebruary 5, 2018

How to Avoid Over- and Under-Spec'ing Pitfalls

Spec’ing a medium-duty truck is a complicated process that requires hundreds of decisions and choices, with each potentially impacting another. It is a science to achieve the balance between over-spec’ing and under-spec’ing a truck.

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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 Mike AntichJuly 15, 2016

20 Spec'ing Mistakes that Negatively Impact Truck Resale

When spec'ing a truck, it is critical to find the balance between building a truck to perform the intended job function and ensuring there will be a strong secondary buyer demand in the resale market at the end of its lifecycle.

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Articlesby Mike AntichSeptember 18, 2015

14 Tips to Improve Upfit Spec'ing

We give you 14 suggestions about how to improve fleet truck upfitting from our "dream team" of 18 subject-matter experts in part 2 of our two-part series.

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Articlesby Tariq KamalDecember 5, 2013

Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class: Mercedes in C Minor

The rumors are true: You can now buy a brand-new Mercedes-Benz for less than $30,000.

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Articlesby Sean LydenJune 26, 2013

Need a Lift? Remember to Spec the Right Liftgate

The primary reasons to buy a liftgate include reducing the risk of injury and the ability to increase efficiency and productivity. However, there are several points to remember when considering available options.

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Auto Focusby Chris BrownFebruary 21, 2013

Rethink Your Tool Hauler

If you’re hauling a lot of tools for your contracting business, dump your pickup and consider this type of custom-built rolling toolbox.

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Photo Galleriesby StaffJune 28, 2012

HVAC Company Downsizes to Scion xB

This HVAC company downsized its service vehicles from traditional cargo vans to the Scion xB without a technicians revolt.

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