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If you’re looking to the pre-owned market for your next truck, you’re not alone. Close to 60% of all class 8 trucks purchased by owner-operators are actually pre-owned, according to the Truck Purchase and Lease Survey by Overdrive.com.

Looking for a new work-truck body? You’re smart enough to know they’re not all created equal, and some research is in order. So, before forking out your hard-earned money, take a quick look at these four reasons why a body constructed of aluminum might fit your needs.

One of the best parts of investing in a work truck is figuring out ways to make it work best for you. Through upfitting, you can configure your truck to help you become more efficient and better organized, all while easing bodily strain and ensuring ideal working conditions. The experts at Monroe Truck Equipment put together this list of storage options to consider when upfitting your work truck.

When it comes to managing a fleet of vehicles, there is a lot to consider. There are many moving parts to keep track of, from maintenance and repairs to driver safety and compliance. If you have more than a couple of trucks and other equipment, eventually you’ll realize you can't do everything.

Nothing can be as great as a vehicle wrap to advertise your business effectively and inspire your future customers to come and visit.

As the push for sustainability encroaches on the auto industry, commercial vehicles are no exception. Flex fuel is a great option, but is it better?

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.

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.

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.