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Cargo securement requirements

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...

November 29, 2021

Vehicle Engineering & Compliance

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What's the difference between manufacturer's certification, certificates and statements?

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...

November 1, 2021

Vehicle Certification

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Implications of rerating vehicle GVWR and GAWRs

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...

August 26, 2021

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Are you prepared for snowplow season? Key factors to consider

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

August 26, 2021

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What to consider when upfitting cargo vans

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?

July 30, 2021

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How to calculate center of gravity

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?

June 23, 2021

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Are flashing brake lights allowed under FMVSS 108?

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...

May 24, 2021

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Altered vehicle certification

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

March 30, 2021

Vehicle Certification

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Vehicle upfitters, alterers and dealers — You may be a manufacturer

There are lots of rules to follow when selling or upfitting trucks, so it may be hard to keep track of them. You need to be familiar with tax laws, financing and warranty policies, motor vehicle safety standards...

March 22, 2021

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GCWR and CDL

A customer requested a quote on a new truck for which they specifically ordered a non-CDL (commercial driver’s license) chassis. However, their specifications indicate they’ll be towing a trailer with a 12,000-pound GVWR...

March 12, 2021

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