12/31/22
12/27/22
Five AAA Rules of the Road
12/25/22
Fleet 101: What is Torque?
This Fleet 101 episode of Truck Chat episode focuses on a commonly misunderstood term in truck fleets today: #torque.
Executive Editor, Lauren Fletcher, covers the basics of torque and helps you gain a greater understanding of the topic.
Today's topics include:
- What is torque?
- How is torque measured?
- Where does torque come from?
- What causes differences in torque?
- Why does torque matter to work truck fleets?
This episode is sponsored by@Goodyear
12/24/22
12/22/22
All-New Ford F-Series Super Duty® Debut | Ford
The next level of Built Ford Tough, the All-New Ford F-Series Super Duty® truck. This one is for the builders.
12/20/22
Buyers Products Pro Series - Aluminum Tool Boxes for Trucks
Our Aluminum Pro Series of Truck Tool Boxes are built to withstand the harshest conditions with the features a pro would demand. Proudly designed and constructed right here in Northeast Ohio, these boxes are our most reliable line yet.
View our entire selection of Pro Series Truck Tool Boxes here: https://www.buyersproducts.com/catalog/truck-boxes-11/xd-truck-box-785
12/18/22
CURT QuickPin™ No-Latch Coupler | Hassle-Free Trailer Hookup
A tradition coupler latch is a hassle to use. So, the QuickPin™ coupler doesn’t have one!
Introducing the CURT QuickPin™ no-latch trailer coupler. QuickPin™ is a revolutionary design, doing away with the traditional latch mechanism for simple, stress-free trailer hookup. Most couplers use a complicated hinging latch that's prone to wear out and become corroded, leading to difficulties and frustration.
Instead of a latch, QuickPin™ uses a simple hitch pin to create a safe, reliable, hassle-free towing connection. It's as easy as dropping the trailer tongue onto the hitch ball, inserting the QuickPin™ hitch pin, and that's it! No more wrestling with a rusty latch, and no adjustment or tightening needed.
This trailer hitch coupler is fully tested according to SAE-684 specifications. It is available in standard hitch ball sizes and trailer tongue beam widths. It also has standard mounting holes to fit most existing trailer tongue bolt patterns (mounting hardware not included).
Features and benefits of QuickPin™
- Innovative design allows fast, hassle-free trailer coupling with just one pin
- No jamming or complicated hinging components prone to wear
- Easier to use than traditional couplers
- Fastens securely with included pin and clip
- No adjustments or tightening needed
- Lasso lanyard secures pin to coupler to avoid missing pieces
- Stamped steel construction for dependable strength
- Passes SAE-684 performance testing
- Available to fit standard trailer ball diameters and trailer frames
- Compatible with most existing coupler mounting hole configurations
- Protected by a durable black powder coat finish
- Limited lifetime warranty (one-year finish, one-year parts)
12/16/22
Ford For The Builders | Built for America | Ford
We go hard on our commitments — $50 billion towards a future in electric, hard. #FORDfortheBuilders
Learn more about Built for America here: https://ford.to/38vBEuY
12/14/22
Pro Power Onboard | Ford How-To | Ford
This easy-to-follow video will show you how to use Pro Power Onboard,* which you may have on your Ford vehicle, to provide electrical power to certain power tools and electronic devices.
*See Owner’s Manual for important operating instructions.
Learn more about being a Ford owner here: https://ford.to/3juU0Q8
12/11/22
The 2022 Ford F-150®: Tougher and Smarter | F-150
12/09/22
How Cars Communicate With One Another | Consumer Reports
Technology is allowing more and more vehicles to communicate with each other on the roadways. Consumer Reports’ expert explains what V2X is and how it works.
12/07/22
FordPass™ App: F-150 Trailer Light Check | Ford How-To | Ford
This easy-to-follow video shows you how to use the FordPass™* App on your smartphone to check for the proper operation of trailer lights when hitched to your FordPass Connect-equipped F-150.**
*FordPass App, compatible with select smartphone platforms, is available via a download. Message and data rates may apply.
**FordPass Connect, the FordPass App, and complimentary Connected Service are required for remote features (see FordPass Terms for details). Connected service and features depend on compatible AT&T network availability. Evolving technology/cellular networks/vehicle capability may limit functionality and prevent operation of connected features. Connected service excludes Wi-Fi hotspot.
12/05/22
Keeping Your Car (and Truck) Sensors Clean | Consumer Reports
Today's cars come with cutting edge technology designed to help keep you safe. Consumer Reports' expert explains how these revolutionary innovations can stop working with one simple thing: dirt.
12/03/22
Norstar® SD™ truck bed
Norstar truck beds SD line of truck beds for the tradesman. Used everywhere a serious truck utility bed with lots of tool carrying capacity is needed.
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12/01/22
F-150 Lightning: At the Work Site | F-150 | Ford
The F-150 Lightning*—with features like Pro Power Onboard, available Tailgate Work Surface, available enhanced 360-degree Zone Lighting and targeted maximum available towing of 10,000 pounds,
** plus 400 pounds of payload in a secure, lockable, 400-liter, washable, drainable Mega Power Frunk,†—is a zero-emissions tool to help you get the job done.
*Pre-production vehicle with available features shown. Available starting spring 2022.
**Max towing on XLT and LARIAT models with available extended-range battery and Max Trailer Tow Pkg. Max towing varies based on cargo, vehicle configuration, accessories and number of passengers.
†Cargo and load capacity limited by weight and distribution.
Learn more about the Ford F-150 Lightning here: https://ford.to/3wgnSD9
11/29/22
How to back up an RV / Trailer "tail swing"
The most common piece of advice that is given to new RV owners is to go out to a parking lot and practice backing up around cones. That is good and all but HOW should you setup the cones??? The maneuvers in this video are setup to teach control of the trailer, and build confidence in the driver. The best drivers are confident and relaxed. This link shows diagrams of how to setup each maneuver. Yes these are the same backing maneuvers used to test CDL drivers. If new truck drivers can parallel park a semi truck, YOU can parallel park an RV. http://bigrigcareer.com/cdl-skills-te...
11/27/22
SecureLatch™ Auto-Locking Pintle Hitch | Innovative Features & Benefits
The SecureLatch™ pintle hitch series is engineered to streamline the trailer hookup process, featuring an auto-locking design. Each ball and pintle combination and pintle hook comes with an auto-locking mechanism to couple the trailer latch without manual coupling required.
Just Strike. Drop. Auto-lock!
As you back up to the lunette ring, the built-in striker plate helps center and align the towing connection. Then, lower the lunette ring down onto the pintle hitch. The auto-locking lever will automatically engage the primary coupling latch. Simply insert the secondary safety pin, and you’re ready to tow!
SecureLatch™ pintle hitch products are available in a receiver-mount or adjustable pintle mount style. We offer pintle hooks, ball and pintle combinations, pintle mounts and adjustable lunette rings.
11/26/22
Weight Distribution Hitches Explained - How They Work, Why You Need One
Today we delve into the black magic that is the weight distributing hitch, also called "load leveling hitch" or "weight distribution hitch." This is the ultimate trifecta of poorly understood, infrequently used, and absolutely essential...
11/24/22
11/22/22
11/20/22
Curt BetterWeigh™ Mobile Towing Scale Smartphone Ready
This video is about the BetterWeigh™ mobile towing scale – a Bluetooth-enabled, smartphone-compatible device that plugs into any OBD-II port and weighs the vehicle, trailer, cargo, tongue weight, pin weight, weight distribution and trailer brake gain.
Equipped with TowSense™ technology, BetterWeigh™ provides real-time, live measurements to take the guesswork out of towing and hauling. With it, you can know exactly how much weight you’re towing, and whether it’s safe to tow with your vehicle.
It has virtually no installation requirements. BetterWeigh™ simply plugs into the OBD-II vehicle diagnostic port below the steering wheel, wirelessly links with your smartphone and comes with a free, downloadable app.
Unlike physical towing scales and tongue weight scales, BetterWeigh™ gives you a digital readout, sent right to your smartphone -- no more walking to the back of the vehicle to check the weight.
BetterWeigh™ also makes brake controller setup fast, easy and accurate by calculating the exact trailer brake gain needed for your particular load size.
The CURT BetterWeigh™ mobile towing scale is compatible with Apple iOS and Android OS. The downloadable app is intuitive, easy to use and completely free.
BetterWeigh™ Features & Benefits
- Measures real-time vehicle-trailer weights for safer, easier towing and hauling
- Bluetooth connection provides active readouts on the driver’s smartphone
- No-install, plug-and-play setup into vehicle diagnostic port (OBD-II) below the dash
- Weighs vehicle, trailer, cargo, tongue and pin weight and weight distribution
- Provides easy brake controller setup by measuring exact trailer brake gain needed
- Wireless, compact, portable design
- Downloadable app available for Apple iOS and Android OS
- Limited lifetime warranty
11/17/22
CURT CrossWing™ Lightweight 5th Wheel Hitch | Features & Benefits
The CrossWing™ 5th wheel hitch #16600 by CURT gives you the best of both worlds by packing extraordinary strength into one lightweight hitch. With the main body weight of only 60 pounds, it is 65% lighter than most traditional 5th wheel hitches while still offering a 20,000 lb. weight capacity, so strength and muscle are not sacrificed.
Its patent-pending ShockDrop technology provides a smoother towing experience by reducing jerking and jarring, and its structure allows fore, aft and lateral head articulation when connecting on uneven terrain, so you can be comfortable and confident in your ride no matter what type of rugged roads you encounter.
The CrossWing™ also features a reinforced head connection point that provides exceptional strength, along with a unique coupling system that eliminates guesswork by offering a visible contact surface.
Features and benefits of the CURT CrossWing™ lightweight 5th wheel hitch:
- Premium steel construction offers robust 20,000-lb. capacity
- Features patent-pending ShockDrop technology to reduce jerking and jarring
- Reinforced head connection point for superior strength and peace of mind
- Easy, one-person installation and removal (fits industry-standard rails)
- 65% lighter than most traditional 5th wheel hitches (main body weighs 60 lbs.)
- Unique coupling system eliminates guesswork by offering visible contact surface
- Head channel guides kingpin into place for easier hookup
- Allows fore, aft and lateral head articulation when connecting on uneven terrain
- Easy-to-reach release handle for ergonomic operation
- Three points of height adjustment from 16-3/8" to 20-3/8"
- Coupling point offset 5" rearward for added turning clearance
- Premium, carbide textured black finish for lasting rust resistance
- High-grade steel design for added strength vs. aluminum
- Tested for safety in accordance with SAE J2638
11/16/22
Tongue Weight Safety Demonstration
Proper trailer tongue weight improves the vehicle and trailer towing experience by improving performance. Not enough tongue weight or force on the hitch/tow ball causes an increase in trailer sway from side to side, making it difficult to control. Conversely, too much tongue weight or force on the hitch/tow ball could overload the rear tires of the towing vehicle, pushing the rear end of the vehicle around. This could also negatively affect the vehicle handling. Performance is impaired as you might not be able to go around corners and curves properly, and your vehicle may not stop quickly enough when you press the brake pedal.
11/15/22
Ford Pro Reveals New 2023 Ford Transit Trail Van | Ford Pro
Upfit-ready adventure vehicle designed for van-life on and off the road.
About Ford Pro: Ford Pro™ is a productivity accelerator designed to drive business forward, delivering solutions to commercial customers of all sizes. We offer the right tools, software and services designed to keep your business on track and your crews on the road.
Ford Pro reveals new 2023 Ford Transit Trail van | Ford Pro https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyPg...
11/14/22
2023 FORD F-150 LIGHTNING PRO SSV | America’s First Electric Pickup Truck for Police
Ford pro launched America’s first electric pickup truck purpose-built for police: the 2023 Ford F-150® Lightning™ Pro Special Service Vehicle.
Key facts:
-2023 Ford F-150® Lightning™ Pro Special Service Vehicle provides the modern, always-on work-ready truck police departments need to help lower costs, drive efficiency and accelerate customers’ sustainability goals
-F-150 Lightning Pro SSV combines benefits of an electric powertrain with law enforcement-specific interior features of F-150 Police Responder®, including police-grade heavy-duty cloth seats, built-in steel intrusion plates and available roof-mounted LED warning beacons
- Ford Pro™ helps make the transition to electric easier for municipal customers with its top-selling1 police vehicle lineup, software, charging, service and FinSimple™ financing – now offering municipal loan options for charging solutions including installation, hardware and software
Source : Ford
#F150 #ford #police #FordF150 #f150lightning
11/12/22
Keep the cargo separated, secure and easily accessible with the Harbor False Floor
Here’s a
great solution for contractors, utilities and municipal water departments, etc.
- a false floor for the Harbor service body. The Dual Tailgate keeps contents
secure while allowing access to each independently.
The best of
both worlds, space for your equipment above and other storage below. For
instance the storage below could serve as a sign box, storage for road signs or
long tools while keeping the cargo area free for equipment.
Note that the lower compartment is lockable.
Find out more: Harbor Truck Bodies 800-433-9452
11/09/22
SAFE STEPS Road Safety: Seatbelts
We all have a role in road safety! So follow these SAFE STEPS to play your part and help save lives.
- Wear your seatbelt - - Ensure all passengers wear seatbelts - - Safely secure children in car seats -
11/08/22
F-150 Lightning Live Reveal | F-150 | Ford
The truck that’s been innovating on behalf of Americans for more than a century is now electrified.
11/06/22
F-150 Lightning: Towing With Confidence | F-150 | Ford
The all-new Ford F-150 Lightning boasts the Built Ford Tough brawn to tow up to an available 10,000 pounds with its 775 lb.-ft. of electric torque*, but it’s the truck’s brains that will give customers the range information they need to tow long distances**. Ford equipped the electric pickup with smart technologies to more accurately calculate remaining vehicle range using real time conditions so customers can tow with greater confidence – and the more it’s used, the more accurate it gets.
*Torque calculated via peak performance of the electric motors at peak battery power. Your results may vary.
**Max towing on XLT and LARIAT models with available extended-range battery and Max Trailer Tow Pkg. Max towing varies based on cargo, vehicle configuration, accessories and number of passengers. Towing and torque are independent attributes and may not be achieved simultaneously.
Learn more about the 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning here: https://ford.to/3KnD9so
11/04/22
Norstar® SD™ truck bed
Norstar truck beds SD line of truck beds for the tradesman. Used everywhere a serious truck utility bed with lots of tool carrying capacity is needed.
11/03/22
Safety Tips for Teen Drivers | Consumer Reports
Having a teen driver doesn’t have to be a terrifying experience. CR experts offer tips on how to keep young drivers—and other motorists—safe on the roads.
11/01/22
Official SEMA Show Exhibitor Video (2022)
The trade-only SEMA Show is the place where domestic and international manufacturers increase awareness of their businesses, generate leads for future orders, see existing customers, network with others in the industry and introduce new products. Get in front of tens of thousands of buyers and thousands of media who are looking for your new products at the 2022 SEMA Show.
Find out more and apply at https://www.semashow.com/exhibitor
10/28/22
All-New Ford F-Series Super Duty® Debut | Ford
Ford Motor Company introduces the next level of Built Ford Tough, the All-New Ford F-Series Super Duty® truck. This one is for the builders.
#Ford #SuperDuty #BuiltFordTough
10/27/22
Built To Keep You Working: Truck Tool Boxes
Proudly manufactured right here in Mentor, Ohio, each Truck Tool Box is built with precision to keep your tools dry and secure. From Underbody and Crossover to Gull Wing and Topsider, we have the right Truck Tool Box for your application. See here: https://www.buyersproducts.com/catalo...
10/24/22
The All-Electric 2022 Ford E-Transit™ Is Ready | Ford Pro™
Our all-electric 2022 Ford E-Transit™ van is ready for the challenges your business takes on. Available with Ford Pro™ E-Telematics,* where you can monitor things like range and help maximize run times, along with upfitting configurations based on your business needs, the E-Transit will be the workhorse of your fleet. So let Ford Pro electrify your fleet- giving you the ability to focus on the work that matters most. Ford Pro. A productivity accelerator for your business.
*Eligible vehicles receive a complimentary 3-year trial of E-Telematics services that begins on the new vehicle warranty start date. Requires modem activation. Terms and conditions apply. Telematics service and features, and access to vehicle data depend on compatible AT&T network availability. Evolving technology/cellular networks/vehicle capability may limit functionality and prevent operation of connected features. After the 3- year trial, annual service contract is required for E-Telematics service. Call 1-833-811-3673 to activate E-Telematics service.
10/20/22
CURT 5th Wheels Introduction
We’re electrifying the future for business. The zero-emission 2022 E-Transit is joining our EV lineup, leading the charge for commercial customers into an electrified, more sustainable future.
*Preproduction vehicle shown. Available late 2021.
Learn more about the 2022 Ford E-Transit here: https://ford.to/3lnXodE
10/19/22
Everything You Need to Know About the All-New 2023 Super Duty
This one is for the builders. The next-generation 2023 Ford F-Series Super Duty® expands what can be done with a heavy-duty truck, with available features like Pro Power Onboard™ to run a jobsite, and the Ford Pro™suite of software and services to accelerate business productivity. A modern workhorse, this is the most upfit-friendly truck Ford has ever built, targeting unrivaled maximum payload and towing capacity, receives an all-new standard 6.8-liter V8 gas engine and new high-output 6.7-liter Power Stroke diesel V8 targeting unmatched horsepower and torque.
Disclaimers:
Max. torque and horsepower for diesel based on 6.7L High Output Power Stroke® V8 Turbo Diesel; and Max. torque and horsepower for gasoline based on 7.3L V8 engine. Class is Full-Size Pickups over 8,500lbs. GVWR. Payload, towing capacity, horsepower and torque ratings based on premium fuel per SAE J1349® standard. Your results may vary. Horsepower and torque are independent attributes and may not be achieved simultaneously.
Max towing capacity rating achieve with gooseneck towing on F-450 Regular Cab with available 6.7L HO diesel engine and Max Tow Package. Max. towing varies based on cargo, vehicle configuration, accessories and number of passengers. Class is Full-Size Pickups over 8,500lbs. GVWR.
Max payload on F350 DRW Regular Cab 4x2 XL trim with gas Heavy-Duty Payload Package. Maximum payload is delivered when no additional options or accessories are added to this configuration. See label on door jamb for carrying capacity of a specific vehicle. Class is Full-Size Pickups over 8,500lbs. GVWR.
Class is Full-Size Pickups over 8,500 lbs. GVWR. See owner’s manual for important operating instructions.
10/17/22
F-150 Lightning: Going Electric with KevOnStage | Ford
Are you thinking about going Electric? Watch as EV Expert Dr. Shelley Francis of EV Noire and Actor KevonStage discuss the Ford F-150 Lightning Truck and its features including the new Ford Pass app where you can locate, monitor, and schedule your next charge at one of our 75,000 stations.
Learn more about the Myths of Electric Vehicles here: https://ford.to/2LjDZtN
Learn more about Ford Electric Vehicles here: https://ford.to/3RRNYaz
Discover more Ford Electric Vehicles videos here: https://ford.to/3LfzH5e
10/14/22
Hellwig Suspension - How Helper Springs Work
How Helper Springs Work - Dealers for more info and to order, log on to priceguidepro.com or contact your sales rep today! 800.772.2678
10/12/22
10/11/22
The All-New Ford Super Duty®: For the Builders | Ford
To the people who build this country, this one's for you. Introducing the all-new Ford Super Duty®.
Learn more about the Ford Super Duty here: https://ford.to/3EeEWkj
10/08/22
10/06/22
Good Headlights Mean Fewer Crashes - IIHS News
Good IIHS headlight ratings linked to lower crash rates
The headlight ratings program developed by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety is reducing dangerous nighttime crashes in the real world, a recent study shows.
Nighttime crash rates per mile are nearly 20 percent lower for vehicles with headlights that earn a good rating in the IIHS evaluation, compared with those with poor-rated headlights, the study found. For vehicles with acceptable or marginal headlights, crash rates are 15 percent and 10 percent lower than for those with poor ratings.
10/05/22
10/03/22
Turn Your Pickup Into a Dump Truck with a DumperDogg® Dump Insert
The slide-in DumperDogg Dump Insert from Buyers Products makes it easy to convert your 3/4 ton+ pickup with a 6 or 8 ft bed into a dump truck. The slide-in unit has a 6000 lb capacity and is powered by your truck's electrical. A double-acting scissor hoist provides up to a 45° dump angle. The versatile tailgate opens up or down and can be removed completely, so you can still use your truck like a regular pickup. A number of accessories, including side wall extensions, roll tarp kits, a removable tailgate spreader, and a cab guard are also available. For more information, and to see our complete line of DumperDogg products and accessories, visit https://www.buyersproducts.com/catalo.... Available Models (Click the link for more info): Stainless Steel Models - https://bit.ly/2JeNRqT 5534000 - 8 Foot 5534006 - 6 Foot Carbon Steel Models - https://bit.ly/2xO43q4 5531000 - 8 Foot 5531006 - 6 Foot Poly Model - https://bit.ly/2Fd5fIo 5532000 - 8 Foot
10/02/22
F-150 Lightning: Cold Testing the Lightning in Alaska | F-150 | Ford
We took the Ford F-150® Lightning™ to Delta Junction, Alaska for testing in the brutal cold. Eleven Ford Engineers put the F-150 Lightning through the paces for 14 days straight. Watch to see how the Lightning stood up to the challenge.
Learn more about the Ford F-150 Lightning here: https://ford.to/3hzCSqg
10/01/22
Pro Trailer Backup Assist™ with Trailer Reverse Guidance: Setup & Use | Ford How-To | Ford
This video explains how to set up your vehicle and trailer, as well as how to use the available Pro Trailer Backup Assist™* with Trailer Reverse Guidance, which makes backing up a trailer easy.
*Driver-assist features are supplemental and do not replace the driver’s attention, judgment and need to control the vehicle. It does not replace safe driving. See Owner’s Manual for details and limitations.
9/28/22
E-Transit Custom by Ford Pro | Premiere of an All-Electric Icon
E-Transit Custom is the all-new, all-electric successor to Europe’s best-selling van, and the latest Ford icon to be electrified. Supercharged by Ford Pro’s seamless charging, telematics and servicing support, and packed with innovative new customer experiences, E-Transit Custom is a future-proof electrified boost for all kinds of business
9/27/22
Five AAA Rules of the Road
9/24/22
Fleet 101: What is Torque?
This Fleet 101 episode of Truck Chat episode focuses on a commonly misunderstood term in truck fleets today: #torque.
Executive Editor, Lauren Fletcher, covers the basics of torque and helps you gain a greater understanding of the topic.
Today's topics include:
- What is torque?
- How is torque measured?
- Where does torque come from?
- What causes differences in torque?
- Why does torque matter to work truck fleets?
This episode is sponsored by@Goodyear
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