The supply chain has been a hot topic in the news over the last year, and truck drivers are no exception. Their long working hours can take a toll on their bodies, and while an 8-hour sleep is ideal for healthy adults, it’s simply impossible for truckers to get the same amount. Willpower and coffee …
Trucks
When it comes to towing and hauling, a truck is better than a jeep. While Jeeps are great for fun family adventures, they aren’t as practical for professional applications. For example, a pickup truck has more lifting power than a jeep, so if you’re planning on using your vehicle for hauling large objects, a truck …
If you’re looking for an electric commercial truck, you might be wondering how much horsepower it has. The Tesla Semi is a day cab model with four electric motors. These motors are the same size and design as those found in Tesla’s Model 3 electric sedan. Each motor has around 300 horsepower and 550 pound-feet …
Permitting to operate a food truck is not cheap in New York City. Food cart permits cost $200 and must be renewed every two years. There are also fees associated with operating a food service business, which can range anywhere from $100 to $1,000, depending on your location and number of employees. The cost of …
A pickup truck’s front end is composed of the hood, the front quarter panels, the grill, and the headlights. There are also turn signal and parking lights mounted on the front bumper. At the back, there is another body section called the bed. A pickup truck’s cab and bed are connected by a frame. The …
If you are stranded in a dead battery situation, you may be tempted to try using jumper cables. But these don’t always work, and some cars aren’t built to use them. Before trying to jump your car, be sure to check the car’s manual. Check for safety issues such as the presence of children or …
The redesigned Honda Ridgeline and the Ford Maverick are just a couple of the new truck offerings on the market. Hyundai will be selling a pickup truck called the Santa Cruz shortly, which shares unibody architecture with the Ford Bronco Sport and Escape. This will be a great pickup truck for city drivers, and it’s …
What is a rollback on a tow truck? It is a flatbed truck with a hydraulic tilt that tilts the bed to lift a vehicle. It can tow a vehicle or an oddly shaped load. A rollback tow truck can tow two vehicles at once. Many Rollbacks are equipped with a centralized control station to …
Did you know that truckers call their female co-workers ‘Lot Lizards?’ It’s a derogatory term for people who work in the sex industry. You may be surprised to know that a lady trucker can also deal with this term! This movie aims to shed light on this subject. It’s free, so make sure to attend …
Carvana uses a fleet of more than 20,000 vehicles for sale. Each vehicle is inspected for 150 points before it leaves their facility. If a customer is not happy with a vehicle, they can request it be returned and meet with the driver. Carvana will either send a replacement or refund the entire amount, but …