Search

When upfitting vehicles with a 10,000-pound or less GVWR, which label should we use to account for the curb weight difference?

We upfit vehicles for a leasing company, and they told us we need to be registered as a manufacturer with the U.S. Department of Transportation, even though we’re not a chassis OEM. What are these registration...

Some of our truck equipment customers have recently been through motor carrier enforcement roadside inspections and have questions on cargo securement based on the inspections. Where can we find tiedown requirements to...

We are a truck equipment distributor and recently have received more customer requests for copies of certification labels for titling vehicles in their respective states. Isn’t this the purpose of the manufacturer’s...

Companies with vehicle certification responsibilities are familiar with chassis gross vehicle weight rating and gross axle weight ratings, and their importance in the labeling portion of the certification process...

We are a truck equipment distributor getting ready for snowplow season. What key factors should be considered before installations?

Customers request cargo van upfits for a variety of uses — from service to delivery applications to passenger shuttles. How can we ensure we’re building and certifying what they want?

I’m building a truck and need to determine if its center of gravity is within limits set by the OEM. How do I perform these calculations?

We were told Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration would allow our delivery fleet to have brake-activated pulsating warning lamps. However, our vehicle builder said they can’t install flashing brake lights on our...

As an upfitter, how do I know if I need to use an altered vehicle certification label?