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City Rent a Truck has announced the launch of its new sister company, City Truck Equipment, a comprehensive upfitting brand that delivers high-quality, ready-to-work truck builds. City Truck Equipment originated as an internal method to address delays and quality issues with external upfitters. By m
Collaborations among dealers, lenders, manufacturers, and freight companies are crucial for the trucking industry’s success as it emerges from a challenging year. According to ACT Research’s outlook for 2026, released on November 21, freight carriers are shifting their focus towards efficiency, util
KANSAS CITY, Mo., November 17, 2025–(BUSINESS WIRE)– City Rent a Truck has launched its new sister company, City Truck Equipment, specializing in comprehensive upfitting services to create high-quality, ready-to-use truck builds. Originally established as an in-house solution to address delays and q
Fleets allocate significant funds to acquire new equipment primarily for enhanced safety features and improved fuel efficiency. A quick review of various ‘drivers wanted’ job postings reveals that while many fleets advertise newer model trucks, they often overlook the aspect most important to driver
To showcase hydrogen as a viable alternative fuel for off-road vehicles, Toyota transformed a gasoline-powered Tacoma TRD Pro into a hydrogen fuel cell-powered 4WD concept truck. Displayed at this month’s SEMA show in Las Vegas, the Toyota Tacoma H2-Overlander Concept emits only water from its tailp
FRANKLIN COUNTY, Wash. — Authorities are investigating a serious accident that led to the closure of one lane on Highway 395 on Friday afternoon. The incident occurred at 12:19 p.m., just north of the Country Mercantile, when a semi-truck collided with a pickup truck that was towing farming equipmen
Market Overview: Used medium-duty truck values saw a decline in October, while heavy-duty truck values experienced a minor increase. Inventory and Demand Concerns: The truck market faces challenges due to an oversupply of 5- to 10-year-old inventory, which is prevalent in listings. This outdated sto
City Rent a Truck has unveiled its new subsidiary, City Truck Equipment, aimed at providing comprehensive truck upfitting services that deliver high-quality and job-ready builds. According to a press release, City Truck Equipment originated as an internal initiative designed to tackle issues like de
Kansas City Business News KANSAS CITY, Mo.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Nov 17, 2025– In recent developments, local businesses are navigating an evolving landscape characterized by increasing demands and new market opportunities. Companies are adapting their strategies to stay competitive while focusing on susta
