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What Makes a Used Commercial Truck Worth More at Resale?

Buying Guide 09/16/2026

What Makes a Used Commercial Truck Worth More at Resale?

A used commercial truck is typically worth more when its condition, chassis, configuration and upfit remain useful to the next business. An expensive service body, crane, liftgate or enclosed utility body does not automatically add its original cost to resale value. Demand, maintenance history, equipment condition and how easily another business can put the truck to work all influence what it is really worth.

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Cargo Van or Service Body Truck: Which Is Better for Your Trade?

Buying Guide 09/14/2026

Cargo Van or Service Body Truck: Which Is Better for Your Trade?

Choose a cargo van when enclosed interior workspace, weather protection and walk-in organization matter most. Choose a service body truck when fast exterior tool access, heavier equipment, towing or jobsite capability matter more. For some trades, an enclosed KUV-style service body sits directly between the two.

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Is a Liftgate Worth Paying More for on a Used Box Truck?

Buying Guide 09/13/2026

Is a Liftgate Worth Paying More for on a Used Box Truck?

A liftgate can be one of the most valuable pieces of equipment on a box truck—or hundreds of pounds of equipment your business rarely uses. If your crew regularly moves appliances, furniture, commercial equipment, palletized freight or other heavy cargo without access to a loading dock or forklift, a properly sized liftgate can dramatically improve how the truck works. If you're primarily carrying lightweight boxes that can easily travel up a ramp, the added weight, maintenance and purchase cost

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Buy the Work Truck or Pay the Taxes? How Section 179 Can Change the Math in 2026

Blog Post 09/10/2026

Buy the Work Truck or Pay the Taxes? How Section 179 Can Change the Math in 2026

If your business already needs a commercial vehicle, Section 179 and other depreciation provisions can significantly change the economics of making that purchase before year-end. A qualifying work truck, cargo van, box truck or other commercial vehicle placed in service during 2026 may be eligible for substantial first-year deductions, depending on the vehicle, business use, purchase structure and your company's tax situation.

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F-250 vs. F-350 Service Truck: Which One Does Your Business Actually Need?

Comparison 09/09/2026

F-250 vs. F-350 Service Truck: Which One Does Your Business Actually Need?

Choosing between a Ford F-250 and F-350 service truck isn't as simple as comparing the badges on the fenders. Once a steel service body, ladder rack, tools, passengers, compressor, crane or other permanent equipment is added, the truck's available payload can look very different from the maximum number advertised for an empty pickup.

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Ram ProMaster 2500 vs. 3500 High Roof: Which One Does Your Business Need?

Comparison 09/08/2026

Ram ProMaster 2500 vs. 3500 High Roof: Which One Does Your Business Need?

Choosing between a Ram ProMaster 2500 High Roof and 3500 High Roof isn't simply a matter of buying the bigger number. The right choice depends on how much weight your business carries, the van's wheelbase and body configuration, permanent shelving or equipment, and how much usable payload you need after the van is fully upfitted.

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Isuzu NPR: How Much Can It Haul, What Does It Cost to Run, and Is It Right for Your Business?

Blog Post 09/07/2026

Isuzu NPR: How Much Can It Haul, What Does It Cost to Run, and Is It Right for Your Business?

Cargo weight can have a significant impact on Isuzu NPR fuel economy, but there is no single MPG figure that applies to every truck. Engine choice, body size, payload, aerodynamics, idle time, route conditions and driving habits all affect real-world fuel consumption. A lightly loaded NPR operating at steady highway speeds may use considerably less fuel than the same chassis carrying a heavy box body through stop-and-go delivery routes.

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What's the Best Work Van for Your Trade?

Blog Post 09/06/2026

What's the Best Work Van for Your Trade?

There isn't one best work van for every business. The right choice depends on what your crew carries, whether you tow, how often workers enter the cargo area, how much standing room you need, and where the van operates. Ford Transit, Ram ProMaster, Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana each solve different commercial problems—and the best van is the one that fits the way your business actually works.

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What's the Sweet Spot for a Used Work Truck?

Blog Post 09/04/2026

What's the Sweet Spot for a Used Work Truck?

The sweet spot for a used work truck isn't defined by one model year or mileage number. It's the point where enough depreciation has occurred to create meaningful savings over a newer truck, while the vehicle still has the condition, equipment and remaining service life your business needs. For some buyers that may be a three-year-old truck with 40,000 miles; for others, a five- or six-year-old truck with slightly higher mileage and the right commercial upfit may represent the better value.

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Low Miles or Better Maintenance? What Matters More When Buying a Used Work Truck?

Blog Post 09/02/2026

Low Miles or Better Maintenance? What Matters More When Buying a Used Work Truck?

Low mileage is valuable, but mileage without context can be misleading. Maintenance history, engine hours, previous use and overall condition help determine what those miles actually mean. A lower-mile work truck may be the better buy--but only when its service history, duty cycle and mechanical condition support what the odometer suggests.

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Pricing was accurate at the time of article writing. All pricing is subject to change. See the manufacturer and/or Dealer for up-to-date pricing.

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