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.
October 26, 2021
Make careful calculations. What appears to be the right size, may not be fully compatible with a typical workday, routine, or function.
April 22, 2021
Government fleet managers seeking long-term solutions for vehicle bodies must navigate the challenge of finding an OEM that can meet their specific needs in a timely manner.
March 4, 2020
Correctly upfitting a work truck ensures it can accomplish the job it is required to do. It's important that fleet managers understand the challenges inherent in upfitting.
July 9, 2018
New ways to upfit work vans improve safety, organization and technician productivity and ultimately, benefit the bottom line.
December 5, 2017
For fleets, technology is enabling a more efficient way to use vehicles, increase utilization, and more precisely match the type of vehicle to usage.
October 19, 2017
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.
October 11, 2017
Roof racks are a great way to carry extra gear; however, when it comes to carrying equipment on the roof, or any loads for that matter, there is a right and a wrong way to do it.
September 29, 2017
Home service companies offer a wide menu of services. This can require vehicles with plenty of space for equipment, upfitting to keep supplies organized, and a system that helps the main office keep track of vehicles.
August 8, 2017
Upfitters provide a multitude of options to turn your vans into the perfect tool for your trade, from shelving and storage to ladder racks and partitions.
July 13, 2017
The number of available options, combined with getting exactly what is needed for your fleet, can be daunting at best. But, with some homework and research doing the upfitting job right can be easier than it appears.
June 9, 2017
Bobit Business Media editors learned how to operate a truck-mounted crane with help from equipment manufacturer Stellar Industries and custom truck builder Phenix Enterprises.
January 25, 2017
Standardized delivery timelines stipulated in an SLA can create unrealistic expectations. Also, the relationship can become transactional in nature, with a risk of damaging the relationship if there are penalties for missed metrics.
January 20, 2017
Avoid these five common van upfitting mistakes and follow a few important industry best practices to become a seasoned pro at van upfits.
November 10, 2016
From ladder racks to cargo solutions to partitions and more, van upfitting options are ready for any make, model, and vocational use.
October 26, 2016
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