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Pickup box delete vs. pickup box removal
Learn the differences between pickup box delete and pickup box removal, including engineering, regulatory, and cost implications for fleets, OEMs, and upfitters.
April 28, 2026
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What’s behind the label? The importance of vehicle safety certification
Download PDF Vehicle certification matters to everyone involved in the life cycle of a vehicle — whether you’re part of the build process, sales and marketing, or are a buyer or end-user of a new motor vehicle. So why is...
March 25, 2026
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Vehicle lightweighting - A critical path to success
Vehicle lightweighting strategies can improve payload capacity, operational efficiency, and regulatory compliance for work trucks and commercial vehicles. This overview helps fleets and manufacturers evaluate tradeoffs...
March 23, 2026
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Certification label versus statements of origin
This whitepaper addresses common questions in the work truck industry about key vehicle documentation used during manufacturing, licensing and registration processes. It provides an overview of how different types of...
March 6, 2026
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Power takeoffs: The what, where and some of the why
Power takeoffs (PTOs) are the hidden force that keep work trucks running — but do you know the differences between types, their applications, and what to consider when choosing the right one? NTEA’s publication, Power...
September 18, 2025
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Snowplow season: Considerations for upfitting four-wheel drive trucks
We hear from upfitters that customers often believe four-wheel-drive trucks are factory-prepped for plow attachment. However, that isn’t always the case. Since not every four-wheel-drive truck comes with a factory...
September 1, 2025
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Work truck lighting requirements
Today, a nearly limitless variety of work trucks — with a multitude of bodies, equipment and accessories — are available. This means it can be challenging for upfitters (final-stage manufacturers and alterers) to...
August 29, 2025
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Trailer towing: What you need to know for risk management
Trailer towing involves three primary elements: the work truck used to tow; the trailer and payload being towed; and towing system components (e.g., hitch system and safety chains). Each has limiting factors that...
July 3, 2025
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Reducing emissions on the conventional fleet
NTEA's whitepaper, Reducing emissions on the conventional fleet, highlights key factors in mitigating the environmental impacts of today’s truck fleets. NTEA’s Chris Lyon and Aeroz-America’s Mike Visser offer perspective...
May 23, 2025
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Specifications for weight distribution and bridge laws
Truck salespeople, fleet managers and end users face challenges in determining the right work truck for a specific application. When replacing a commercial vehicle with something similar, the first inclination is often...
April 21, 2025