Choosing the Farm Trailer that’s the right fit for your needs can get complicated.  But, in order to have a successful farm, you need the correct trailer to transport your machinery on.  You certainly don’t want to break down while toting your equipment or have an overloaded trailer that’s a danger to you and others on the road.  Read on to find out what to look for in a Farm Trailer. 

Available Options

There are a number of trailers that will serve to transport your farm machinery such as Flatbed Trailers, RGN (Removeable Goose Neck) Trailers, and Step Deck Trailers.  The more you learn about each of them, the better you can choose which option is the most optimal for your purposes.

Flatbed Trailers

Flatbed Trailers are the most economical option of the three most common modes of hauling farm equipment.  Flatbed Trailers are ideal for machines that are within the capability [...]

If you purchase a commercial work truck, new or used, it’s a given – you’ll need service and maintenance.  When it’s time to have your vehicle tended to, it’s nice to have the service available at the dealership.  Here’s why:

Team of Experts

You don’t want to trust your truck to just anyone.  Taking it to the dealership where you purchased it from guarantees you’ll have professionals working on it because they are certified.  Plus, you can bet your dealership wants your return business. 

Warranty Work

If you have a vehicle that’s covered by a warranty, to benefit from the warranty, you’ll need to take it to the designated place of service.  Repairs made at the dealership that are under warranty will make it free of charge.  Being able to take it straight to their parts and service department makes the process a smooth and easy one. 

Original Parts and Equipment

Some [...]

If you’re going to be towing a vehicle (or lots of them), you need a Tow Truck that’s powerful. Meet the Hino Tow Truck!  It’s built for power and built to last.

About Hino

Hino Motors, Ltd. is a Japanese diesel engine commercial vehicle manufacturer that supplies superb commercial work vehicles worldwide. Established in 1942, the company is a subsidiary of Toyota.

The Hino Advantage

Hino is on a mission to provide commercial work vehicles, like Hino Tow Trucks, that are powerful and reliable but also affordable to purchase and economical to drive.  Hino has been a leader in medium-duty commercial work trucks for decades. 

In 2020, Hino introduced the L-series which replaced the 238 through 338 conventional line-ups. New safety and comfort features were among the improvements. The Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ranges from 23,000 to 33,000 pounds.

Still, many prefer to shop from the used selection of Hino Tow Trucks.  Because they [...]

When Isuzu and Morgan got together, amazing things took place.  Originally designed for the needs of the landscaping industry, Morgan ProScape is the ultimate addition to an Isuzu Low Cab-Forward Chassis Design Box Truck that accommodates a plethora of other fields and industries as well. 

What is a Morgan ProScape?

A Morgan ProScape is an enclosed trailer solution featuring a fold-down door with a hinged ramp that makes loading and unloading easy.  The innovative door dimensions provide plenty of room to professional landscapers to put their equipment. 

What Morgan ProScape Does for Landscape

Custom designed for landscapers, Morgan ProScape makes jobs so much more convenient from loading the supplies and equipment to unloading and doing the work.  The trailer body is constructed of fiberglass, aluminum, and Morgan Plate for extra durability.  The door dimensions are perfect because they provide space for all the things landscapers need to have on-hand.  No longer does [...]

March showers bring May flowers and…WIND!  In most parts of the U.S., if it’s springtime, it’s windy. Seventy-four percent of all fatal passenger vehicle crashes involve a medium-duty or large truck.  Many of those accidents are due to bad weather such as snow, ice, rain, and wind. You might not think that wind is a culprit for medium-duty commercial trucks such as Box Trucks, Flatbeds, and Dump Trucks, but it is very dangerous.  Try operating a Bucket Truck on a gusty day and you’ll see what a problem high wind can be.

The Problem with Wind

It doesn’t take a hurricane to produce enough wind to cause a wreck.  Some issues spurred by wind are:

• Losing control of the wheel
• Trailers blowing around
• Doors blowing off the hinges
• Other vehicles losing control
• Damage from debris flying onto your windshield

Wind in your “sail area” poses a problem, no matter what [...]

Hino’s been in the news more than they would like to be lately.  The extensive publicity is due to allegations of misconduct in reporting engine certification and fuel economy data.  In the midst of it all, there are thousands of loyal customers who stand behind the manufacturer regardless of whether the accusations are true or false.  Why?  Because Hino Commercial Work Trucks serve them well.

About Hino

Hino is a transnational manufacturer of commercial vehicles that’s been around since 1942 parented by Toyota.  Their universal commitment is to minimized vehicle lifetime cost.  Crown Motors Limited was established in 1966 as the sole distributor for Hino and Toyota commercial vehicles.  CML operates service centers, parts centers, and showrooms. Hino Sales Service Team is formed by specialists that possess extensive knowledge of the vehicles and are dedicated to helping customers. 

Hino has operated in the United States since 1984.  Hino Motors Manufacturing U.S.A. Inc. in [...]

If you’ve been looking at medium-duty commercial work trucks, you’ve probably noticed Isuzu has quite a line-up.  Isuzu NPR and NQR are among the most popular work trucks in existence.  But…what’s the difference?

 

Isuzu NPR-HD

The NPR-HD series is Isuzu’s line of commercial truck vehicles that are available in many types such as Spray Trucks and Box Trucks.  They can be found in both gas and diesel configurations and come with a variety of engine options.  NPR-HD is a leader in the pack, sporting superb fuel efficiency and boasting a very versatile setup.

The standard engine of the NPR is the 6,0L Vortec V8 in a six-speed automatic transmission which generates 372 lb-ft of torque and 297 hp.  If you want to bring it up to 452 lb-ft of torque and 215 hp, there’s the option of the 5.2L intercooled diesel available or an efficient 3.0L turbocharged intercooled diesel engine that [...]

According to the National Highway Traffic Administration, there are 5.25 million vehicle accidents every year with over 43,000 of them in the United States alone.  Someone has got to get those cars and trucks off the road before even more vehicles end up involved in the pile-up.

Vehicles break down too.  

 

Last year, AAA rescued more than 32,000 stranded motorists who were broke down.  Someone has got to get them off the road too.

And then there’s the car buyer who doesn’t see the need to make his (or her) payments.  Roughly 2.2 million vehicles are repossessed annually.

Someone has got to deal with all the vehicles that need to be moved due to an accident, car trouble, or non-payment.  They make a nice chunk of change doing it.  Why not let that someone be you?  Here’s how to put your Flatbed Truck to good use.  Oh, and if you don’t [...]

 

Safety precautions put into place within the past few years are paying off.  The accident rates of medium-duty truck accidents are holding steady and are actually decreasing in some locations.  It’s all due to hard work and safety-related practices on the behalf of both manufacturers and drivers and advanced safety technologies. 

 

While medium-duty trucks aren’t as high as heavy-duty trucks, they still pose a hearty risk to drivers, passengers, and others on the road.  It is the goal of production managers and drivers alike to eliminate accidents altogether.  That’s a tall order.  The fact that accident rates are not increasing for Class 3-6 trucks, but the number of drivers remains a huge accomplishment.

 

Safety Measures

Safety is forefront in the minds of drivers and fleet owners alike.  Accidents cost money and lives.  Here’s what is being done to make medium duty runs safer:

 

Safety Training

Being aware of [...]

People are wild about Easter and it’s hopping right up.  Why not deck your Box Truck up and do something out of the box, literally? If you don’t have a Box Truck, there’s still time to spring into action and get one.

The latest craze in events is for the party to come to you.  Magnetic vehicle signs make it possible (and practical) to own a multitasking Box Truck that accommodates everything from baby showers and kid’s parties to holiday celebrations…like Easter!

Party Ideas

The first thing you’ll want to do it to decide what type of Easter party service you’re going to deliver.  Of course, you can combine several of offer all. 

Festivity ideas include:

Easter Egg Hunts

Get there early or send a hired hand.  Hide the eggs then let the festivities begin.

Easter Bunny

You (or a delegate) dawn and Easter Bunny suit and make the rounds, shaking hands and [...]