Cost Control

Budgets are tight — but cutting corners on trucks can backfire. In this section, we dig into lifecycle cost analysis, financing options, and how to spec equipment that lowers total cost of ownership. Learn how to protect your budget without sacrificing uptime.

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The Ultimate Work Truck Upfit Guide to Save Fleets Thousands

The Ultimate Work Truck Upfit Guide to Save Fleets Thousands

How smart upfit planning prevents downtime, protects your budget, and keeps every heavy-duty fleet on the road.

Leyhan Hansen
Leyhan Hansen
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Truck Dealers vs. Upfitters: The Truth About Fleet Uptime

Truck Dealers vs. Upfitters: The Truth About Fleet Uptime

Dealers move trucks. Upfitters make them usable. Discover who really drives uptime—and download The Fleet Spec Playbook for the complete strategy.

Leyhan Hansen
Leyhan Hansen
Work Truck RepairsWork Truck Repairs
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Work Truck Ergonomics That Save Money

Work Truck Ergonomics That Save Money

Ergonomics isn’t comfort — it’s profit protection. Smart fleets spec trucks to prevent six-figure injury costs.

Leyhan Hansen
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Work Truck ROI Calculator: TCO Explained

Work Truck ROI Calculator: TCO Explained

Sticker price lies. Here’s how to calculate the real ROI and TCO on any work truck.

Leyhan Hansen
Leyhan Hansen
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Box Truck Lift Gate Buyer’s Guide 2025: Specs, Costs & Truck Body Fit

Box Truck Lift Gate Buyer’s Guide 2025: Specs, Costs & Truck Body Fit

From tuck-unders to railgates, here’s everything fleets need to know about box truck lift gates — specs, costs, truck body compatibility, common mistakes, and the right choice for your fleet.

Leyhan Hansen
Leyhan Hansen
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Box Truck Buyer’s Guide: Dimensions, Specs, Costs & Liftgates (2025)

Box Truck Buyer’s Guide: Dimensions, Specs, Costs & Liftgates (2025)

Box truck dimensions explained: lengths 10–26 ft, widths 96–102 in, payload ranges, GVWR, costs, and liftgate options—built for fleet buyers, contractors, and upfit pros.

Leyhan Hansen
Leyhan Hansen
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Diesel vs Gas Fleet Trucks: What 2025 Data Really Shows

Diesel vs Gas Fleet Trucks: What 2025 Data Really Shows

A fair, field-tested comparison of cost, performance, and ROI for modern heavy-duty fleets.

Leyhan Hansen
Leyhan Hansen
Work Truck RepairsWork Truck Repairs
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How to Handle Work Truck Repair Costs Before They Handle You

How to Handle Work Truck Repair Costs Before They Handle You

Fleet repair bills are hitting record highs — here’s how to prevent overcharges, cut downtime, and stop throwing money at bad repairs.

Leyhan Hansen
Leyhan Hansen
SnowplowsSnowplows
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Snowplow Prep 2025: Why Setups Fail (And How to Prevent Them)

Snowplow Prep 2025: Why Setups Fail (And How to Prevent Them)

A field-tested breakdown for fleet managers, municipal buyers, and upfit pros — plus access to the exclusive Snowplow Mastery Guide for members who want the full pre-season checklist.

Leyhan Hansen
Leyhan Hansen
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Fleet Downtime: Why Work Trucks Fail & How to Prevent It

Fleet Downtime: Why Work Trucks Fail & How to Prevent It

Every day of downtime drains $400–$750 per truck. Here’s how spec failures drive repair costs — and how to protect fleet uptime.

Leyhan Hansen
Leyhan Hansen