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Covercraft’s UVS100 custom sunscreens protect work trucks from UV rays
Covercraft’s UVS100 Custom Sunscreens protect work trucks from the heat and UV rays that destroy interiors over time Nothing does more damage to the dash, door panels and seat coverings of work trucks than the sun’s UV light and the heat that builds up in the interior while the truck is sitting outside. The majority […]
May 4, 2015
Business
How-to: Upfitting an equipment trailer with back-up lights (PHOTOS)
If your mowing and maintenance crews are pulling into the yard each day after dark, you may be looking for an upgrade with respect to your equipment trailer’s backup lights. We decided to install back-up lights on a Landoll LT1020 trailer, using a lighting kit from Rigid Industries. Although the kit, the SR-M LED Backup […]
May 1, 2015
Class 3-6
King Ranch Super Duty: Ford’s premium work truck
2015 F-350 Crew Cab is rich in both features and performance; a stately ride for business or pleasure Look around any jobsite where there’s dirt being moved, sod is being laid and shrubs and trees are being planted, and more often than not you’ll see at least one Ford Super Duty among the trucks parked […]
April 15, 2015
Class 3-6
Pickup truck showdown: We compare the 2015 V-6 1/2-tons
Hood-to-hood: How the 2015 Ford, GM and Ram 1500 V6s compare Bench racers are always talking numbers and comparing which of the various nameplate’s newest models is the “best.” So we teamed up with Cars.com/Pickuptrucks.com to see how six 2015 1/2-ton V-6 pickups compare when subjected to track testing. The acceleration and braking tests were conducted […]
April 9, 2015
Class 3-6
Review: Landoll LT1220 trailer
Moving a skid-steer, mini-excavator or numerous other pieces of equipment from shop to jobsite and back is just part of the daily routine for a lot of contractors. Having the right trailer for such tasks is just as important as the task itself because the safe transport of equipment, and the well-being of the person doing the […]
April 6, 2015
Business
SnowEx’ new truck-mounted snowplow line features driver-side attachment system
The Automatixx power-assisted attachment system is SnowEx’s newest feature for snowplow hookup. This will be a standard feature on their new line of truck-mounted plows. The attachment process can be completed from the driver’s side of the vehicle. The wiring harness is plugged into the truck, then the operator activates power-assist switches that pull up […]
March 24, 2015
Business
Ram releases 2,000 limited edition sport pickups (PHOTOS)
Ram has taken the wraps off a couple of new pickups that won’t be around for very long. These new 2015 Ram 1500 Sport models will be limited to a production run of 1,000 each and come in two shades: Ignition Orange and all-black. Ram says the black model is very similar to the 1500 […]
March 23, 2015
Business
Westin’s new overhead truck rack fits Ford Supers from 1999 to now
For those in the landscaping industry who own Ford Super Duties, there’s a new way to manage rooftop cargo: Westin Automotive’s Commercial Overhead Truck Rack. The new roof-top cargo rack is designed to fit 1999-newer F250/350/450 in both long- and short-bed models. Westin’s Overhead Truck Rack is made of 2” textured black round tube and features […]
March 20, 2015
Class 3-6
Bushwacker Brings Out 2015 Silverado Fender Flares
If you have a new Silverado, Bushwacker now offers three fender-flare styles for the 2014-newer 1500s and 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD and 3500HDs. These flares add extra tire coverage which protects the truck’s paint from dirt and debris and helps keep the truck in compliance with local laws. Bushwacker engineered and designed these flares specifically for the 2015 Chevrolet Silverado. Made […]
March 17, 2015
Business
Graham’s GSE 300 mounted sprayer includes John Bean equipment
Graham’s GSE 300 is a mounted skid sprayer with a Turflex fiberglass tank and has a volume of  300 gallons. The unit has metal skid mounting and mechanical agitation. The sprayer will best fit a long wheel-base pickup. Approximately 10,000 pounds GVW is recommended. It has an electric hose reel that’s mounted curbside. The hose is 600 […]
March 16, 2015
Business
VIA Motors’ electric Chevy Silverado 4 x 4 gets the fuel equivalent of 120 mpg (Photos)
Want to go green but can’t afford a Tesla? VIA Motors’ electrified Chevy Silverado 4×4 is here. It gets the fuel economy equivalent of 120 mpg on 60 miles driven daily. The truck has an all electric range of up to 40 miles with near zero emissions, but an onboard EcoTec3 4.6-liter V6 gasoline engine VTRUX […]
March 12, 2015
Business
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
Business
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
Business
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
Business
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
Business
(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
Business
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
Business
(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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