Spec’ing trucks is an ever-evolving process

Getting your truck spec’s right depends on your application, first and foremost, according to fleet professionals presenting on Truck Spec’s 2022 at the Technology and Maintenance Council Fall Meeting in…

Shedding pounds for payload

Some truck and trailer components, when removed from the vehicle or replaced with lighter-weight alternatives, can be worth their weight in gold. That is, if they can be removed without…

Don’t get stuck in your spec’

Spec’ing the right powertrain for your fleet’s application often equates to a tug-of-war between various priorities. Do you spec’ for efficiency, but sacrifice performance and risk aggravating drivers? Or do…

City Smarts: Spec’ing regional and medium-duty trucks

Beware the cookie cutter approach. Spec’s can vary widely from fleet to fleet.