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FET applicability when installing a crane

Inquiries on installing cranes and when cranes may be subject to FET have increased. It is important to know the applicability of FET because an additional 12% cost (especially on an expensive piece of equipment) can be...

November 5, 2013

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Regulations and requirements for exporting trucks from U.S. to Canada

NTEA is often asked to clarify the requirements for vehicles which are to be exported. Overall, questions tend to fall into two categories.

July 20, 2013

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Lift axle incorporation and tax implications

With the increase in road construction over the summer months comes the prospect of increased payloads. One solution to meet this demand is the addition of a lift axle to a dump truck or other work truck. To incorporate...

July 14, 2013

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Tank requirements for hauling liquid or hazardous materials

Upfitters are often requested to install tanks on their customers’ trucks, in order to carry oils, diesel fuel, greases and other liquids. Members are often uncertain if they can simply build these tanks or if...

June 15, 2013

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Body mounting procedures

NTEA has been fielding inquiries regarding the proper body mounting process for a given body. Confusion can stem from the fact that there is no single body mounting technique for all chassis and body configurations. Some...

June 15, 2013

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Dump body equipment requirements

When summer and the subsequent road construction season arrive, NTEA receives a rise in calls and emails regarding the building of dump trucks. Many member questions revolve around backup alarms, dump body props, cab...

June 15, 2013

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Help with certification labeling when the truck body changed

Are you being asked by your customers to certify their used re-purposed vehicles? Typically, used vehicles do not need a new certification label when a truck has been modified or re-purposed. Be informed about when and...

April 28, 2013

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Resolving FET issues for new specialty trailers

Most specialty trailers are specifically designed for a tailored function. These trailers are moved over public roads to their destinations, and sometimes move locations more than once, as needed. Some NTEA...

April 28, 2013

Federal Excise Tax (FET) Implications

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Tips and tricks for repurposing a chassis

Modifying used chassis from one body style to another can bring unexpected challenges, including limited access to needed documentation or instructions.

April 15, 2013

Chassis Integrations

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Federal Excise Tax distinctions that can cost you

Member companies contact NTEA regularly to ensure they are properly applying Federal Excise Tax (FET). Not applying FET when applicable or applying FET to a sale when not applicable can significantly affect your bottom...

February 15, 2013

Federal Excise Tax (FET) Implications

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