Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR)

GCWR is the acronym for gross combination weight rating, but the meaning of the term can depend on who is asking the question.

Upfits by final-stage manufacturers and alterers involve the addition of permanently attached equipment. Properly certifying these vehicles to Canadian/Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (C/FMVSS) and emissions...

​​​​​​​Because work truck customers often have trailers as part of their fleets, NTEA frequently receives questions on commercial vehicle rear end protection requirements for a trailer compared to a straight truck.

​​​​​​​Trailer resale can be confusing to navigate when considering Federal Excise Tax implications, and the details are important in determining the best outcome for your business and customers.

Product safety is a primary end-goal in commercial vehicle design, and there are numerous aspects to consider in multi-stage manufacturing.

Some companies are confused on commercial driver’s license requirements and the different gross vehicle weight rating thresholds for single-unit trucks versus the gross combination weight rating for a truck and trailer...

In a July 15, 2022, final rule, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration upgraded FMVSS 223 to improve the equipment standard’s performance requirements and align with other standards.

Some companies are confused on commercial driver’s license requirements and the different GVWR thresholds for single-unit trucks versus the gross combination weight rating for a truck and trailer in combination.

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...

In certain states, customers seeking GCWR on a commercial straight truck pulling a trailer incorrectly believe it’s noted on the vehicle certification label. NTEA members want to help these end users determine GCWR for...