General Contractors Articles

If you’ve been a truck driver for some time, you might be wondering what you need to do to become a fleet owner. Here are six steps to get started.

Dump trucks are one of the most important tools on a construction site, for mining, demolition, waste management and landscaping. They have become a feature of everyday life, but did you know that Dump Trucks have a fascinating history that reaches back to Europe in the 1800s?

Starting a plumbing business can be very profitable with a small initial investment. However, when considering leaving a larger plumbing company or entering the plumbing profession as a career change, the most important thing is to have invested in the right tools and to have a commitment to get your name known quickly in your area.

Electrifying a fleet may seem like a large and daunting task, but if you plan ahead and do your research, you’ll be able to make a smooth transition. For most fleets, incorporating electric vehicles (EVs) will be a cost-saving decision. For the majority of fleets, it will make sense to begin the electrification process as soon as possible.

Want to find a perfect gift for the truck lover in your life? We’ve got you covered! It’s not often easy finding something that fits their needs. But don’t worry - we have compiled this list of top gifts which will surely make them happy during the winter season.

Preparing your equipment for the challenges of the season ahead keeps you safe, and helps preserve the resilience of your truck equipment. Monroe Truck Equipment’s versatile work-ready trucks, commercial snow plows and service parts help all season landscapers and contractors offer high value services every day of the year.

EV charging networks can be few and far between if you travel across the US. Will we ever see more EV charging stations where the tumbleweeds roam?

On September 22 and 23, Work Truck Solutions and COMVOY brought industry leaders together to discuss EV and alternative drivetrain/fuel adoption. The commercial vehicle industry is in the process of a significant transformation to alternative fuels that could positively affect the future of commercial transportation and logistics. If you missed the only major summit dedicated to the growing commercial vehicle industry, recordings of the sessions are now available on Work Truck Solutions' YouTube channel.

Weather, infrastructure, capacity, and labor needs change region to region, and as a result, the plows that contractors choose must adjust to meet their regional needs.

Southern California Edison estimates it will save more than 620,000 gallons of fuel annually by switching out its diesel trucks for EVs. This is why SCE has been working with Freightliner and their eCascadia Class 8 battery-electric tractor for material transport operations.