Trucks: Page 17

Hustler Turf’s new FasTrak SDX mower features larger tires, upgraded seat

Hustler Turf Equipment has released the FasTrak SDX mower. It features a Kawasaki FX engine with a remote canister air cleaner. The SDX has a Hydro-Gear ZT 3400 transmission and an upgraded, custom operator seat for isolation to minimize jolts and vibration. Cutting widths are 48 inches, 54 inches and 60 inches. The heights are […]

March 11, 2015

Western’s Pro-Flo and Low-Pro tailgate spreaders feature 12-volt motors, range of accessories

Western Products unveiled three new tailgate spreaders to their line — the Pro-Flo 900, the Pro-Flo 525 and the Low-Pro 300W — at the NTEA Work Truck Show in Indianapolis, Indiana. The 900 and the 525 have a corrosion-free hopper for de-icing, two instant-start 12-volt electric motors and an upgraded dual variable-speed control for operations to change […]

March 11, 2015

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Fisher adds new tailgate spreaders to snow-removal line

Fisher Engineering showed off three new tailgate spreader models at the 2015 Work Truck Show — the Speed-Caster 900; Speed-Caster 525 and Quick-Caster 300W wireless electric tailgate spreader. The trio of new spreaders join the lineup for the 2015-16 snow removal season. The spreaders will be integrated into the product line alongside the brand’s existing Low Profile 2500, […]

March 10, 2015

Mercedes-Benz unveils mid-size commercial van Metris (Photos)

Metris will arrive at U.S. dealers in October, and is the U.S. and Canadian sibling to Mercedes’ Vito, which will remain the mid-size commercial van for all other global markets. Mathias Geisen, general manager product management & marketing for Mercedes-Benz Vans USA, says Metris fills a niche in the commercial van segment in that “Metris […]

March 6, 2015

(Video) 2015 Ford F-150 now includes a snow-plow prep kit

The 2015 Ford F-150 now has an optional snow-plow prep kit, the first among light-duty trucks, according to the manufacturer. The option is $50 (plow not included) with the 5.0-liter, V-8 model. Regular, SuperCab and SuperCrew have this available addition. Watch it in action in the video below:

February 23, 2015

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Should you use alternative fuels for your fleet?

Alternative fuels. How do you figure out if making the change from gas or diesel pickups is the right move for your business? Todd Mouw, the vice president of sales and marketing at Roush Clean Tech, which focuses on propane “autogas” vehicles, tells potential customers to focus on these five factors: 1. Total cost of ownership. […]

February 23, 2015

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(Infographic) 10 winter helpful hacks for vehicles

If you found TLC’s article about tips and tricks for driving in dangerous weather conditions to be helpful, then you’ll find these winter car tips from our friends at eBay Motors of equal interest. They came across 10 useful everyday items that can be used on vehicles this winter. Some will make you chuckle. But all do as promised: Did you know: […]

February 20, 2015

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Full line of bed toppers, tonneaus available for 2015 F-150s

Leer offers full line of bed toppers and tonneaus for 2015 Colorados, Canyons and F-150s Delivery of 2015 model Chevrolet Colorado, GMC Canyon and Ford F-150 trucks are in full swing, and landscapers usually want a way to protect valuables in truck beds, as well as have cargo management solutions. National and regional fleet operators can choose from seven […]

February 19, 2015

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How to tow trailers, equipment properly to avoid costly lawsuits

Chances are you’ve seen a trailer flipped, and the pickup towing it off the road or wrecked close by. If the driver’s lucky, it was only the trailer and pickup that got damaged. Worse case scenario: someone was killed in the trailer-towing accident. The large majority of pickup-towing-trailer accidents, whether minor or major, are directly […]

February 16, 2015

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Ram intros chromed out 2015 1500 Laramie Limited (Photos/Video)

Love them or hate them for it, it turns out Ram was not satisfied in ceasing its exploration of new front end designs with the 2015 Rebel. After raising a few eyebrows with the reveal of the 4×4 Rebel at the Detroit Auto Show last month, Ram has stoked a full-on blaze of debate with the […]

February 13, 2015

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(Photos) Chevy unveils 2015 Colorado GearOn Special Edition at Chicago Auto Show

For landscapers needing a truck that can tackle everything from the jobsite to the weekend trips, Chevrolet introduced the 2015 Colorado GearOn Special Edition at the Chicago Auto Show this week. Set to go on sale this spring with a starting price of $31,250, the pickup is offered on LT models in extended or crew […]

February 12, 2015

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How to replace electric trailer brakes

Equipment trailers are a vital tool for landscapers, so having them working properly and being well-maintained is a critical part of business success. One area of trailers that dictates their usefulness and efficiency is brakes: Brakes are the biggest wear item by far, and if they aren’t maintained, some serious safety issues arise. Electric brakes […]

February 10, 2015

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New bill could eliminate blended gasoline higher than 10 percent

Renewable Fuel Standard Reform Act to fight EPA mandate on blended gasoline The Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) is working to enact legislation that would cap the amount of ethanol blended into gasoline at 10 percent and eliminate the Renewable Fuel Standard’s corn-based ethanol requirement. The “Renewable Fuel Standard Reform Act” would protect consumers by repealing […]

February 9, 2015

How to pick the right axle ratio for your pickup

Axle ratio. It’s one of those techy optional items buyers of new pickups ask questions about a lot. Probably more so than tow ratings and engine options. That’s because manufacturers don’t think informing buyers about axle ratio options helps sell their trucks or plays into a buyer’s ultimate decision-making process. So there’s very little, if […]

February 4, 2015

Highway Products unveils pickup bed organizing system

High Products introduced a pickup pack, a custom-built work truck bed organizing system for pickup trucks. The bed provides access, lockup security and storage space for tools and cargo. The pickup pack includes two full-length lockable low-side boxes, a flat or dome center hatch, a headache rack and a removable ladder rack. When closed, the […]

February 2, 2015

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Gas buyers beware: Select North Carolina Sheetz stations to offer E15 in 2015

According to BoatUS, the Altoona, Pennsylvania-based convenience store chain Sheetz announced on Jan. 21 that it would offer E15 fuel – gas containing up to 15 percent ethanol – at 60 of their North Carolina locations beginning in early 2015. Boat Owners Association of The United States believes that could be a problem for recreational […]

January 30, 2015

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Aluminum-bodied 2015 Ford F-150 put to test with sledgehammer

From the outset, quite a few folks have questioned the durability of the 2015 Ford F-150’s aluminum body. That was obviously something we wanted to ask folks in our industry about to which they replied with the exact opposite response. The construction professionals we talked to said years of experience with aluminum dump truck bodies had […]

January 28, 2015

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GM releases 2015 Chevy Silverado Midnight, GMC Sierra Elevation

If you thought General Motors was done introducing new, all-black special edition pickups for 2015, you were wrong. Joining the GMC Canyon Nightfall are the 2015 Chevrolet Silverado Midnight and the new GMC Sierra Elevation edition. First up is the Sierra Elevation, which actually comes in three colors other than black, none of which, however, […]

January 27, 2015

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Signed, sealed, delivered: Facts and figures for the Fourth

On July 4, 1776, history changed forever with the signing of the Declaration of Independence, which lead to 13 colonies gaining their independence and the nation we know today coming to life. The Fourth of July is traditionally celebrated around the nation in a myriad of ways, whether it be family gatherings, barbecues, parades, concerts, […]

For use with asphalt and gravel, the CP1000 features an 88 cubic foot hopper capacity for narrow paving, utility trenches and patch jobs.

ShoulderMaster unveils "world’s first" center paver attachment for compact track loaders

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Bobcat social media campaign benefits local parks and recreation spaces

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Agri-Fab launches new swivel cart

The Attachments Idea Book

Landscapers use a variety of attachments for doing everything from snow removal to jobsite cleanup, and regardless of how often they are used, every landscaper has a favorite attachment.

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