Tag: Trucks & Truck Accessories

LEER Group Opens New Manufacturing Facility

The LEER Group has opened a new commercial aluminum truck cap manufacturing facility in Elkhart, Indiana, the company announced. The company held a ribbon cutting ceremony to mark the opening of the facility on April 5, the company said. The facility was previously used as a warehouse for LEER Group products and was converted into… Continue reading LEER Group Opens New Manufacturing Facility

Off-Road Bumper Sales: Part I

Established manufacturers provide a wide range of choices for consumers. (Photo courtesy Fab Fours Inc.)

This article originally appeared in the May 2023 issue of THE SHOP magazine. When selling aftermarket bumpers, the approach is simple—the products work better, look better and offer a touch of personalization over stock options. Available for the front and rear of a wide variety of off-road, 4×4 and daily-driver trucks and SUVs, aftermarket bumpers… Continue reading Off-Road Bumper Sales: Part I

Meyer Distributing Announces Truck & Boat Giveaway Winner

Meyer Distributing has named the winners of its Ultimate Truck and Boat Giveaway, the parts distributor announced. As the Grand Prize winners, Work Horse Manufacturing—an Odessa, Texas-based retailer specializing in commercial and fleet products—received a 2022 Ram 1500 Big Horn Truck and a 2022 Tracker Pro Team Tournament Edition fishing boat. Launched on Nov. 1,… Continue reading Meyer Distributing Announces Truck & Boat Giveaway Winner

EGR USA Offers Anniversary Gift Card Rebate for RollTrac Covers

EGR USA, in celebration of the company’s 50th anniversary, is introducing a gift card rebate for purchases of the EGR RollTrac bed cover, the company announced. Consumers may qualify for the rebate by purchasing either a new EGR RollTrac electric or manual retractable bed cover in the USA or Canada between April 1 through April… Continue reading EGR USA Offers Anniversary Gift Card Rebate for RollTrac Covers

Anchor Points: Selling Aftermarket Winches

Spend extra time with drivers new to off-roading so they are safe and confident when they hit the trail. (Photo courtesy Warn Industries)

This article originally appeared in the April 2023 issue of THE SHOP. Increased interest in off-roading and overlanding means increased interest in the accessories that make trips on the trail safer and more enjoyable. Recovery winches fit that description. Available for a wide range of vehicles and with various features and accessories, winches are a… Continue reading Anchor Points: Selling Aftermarket Winches

Work Truck Solutions Updates Upfitter Software

Work Truck Solutions has updated its upfitter software suite and released its 2023 upfitter product roadmap, the company announced. The updated upfitter suite includes on-demand reports on vehicle inventory, on-lot movement, days to turn, leads by product (chassis and body types) and dealership statistics, the company said. Additionally, active body manufacturers are being featured on… Continue reading Work Truck Solutions Updates Upfitter Software

Hold Me Tight: Performance Clutch Systems

Establish a strong relationship with your clutch suppliers. (Photo courtesy mcleodracing.com)

This article originally appeared in the April 2023 issue of THE SHOP. The continued excitement around manual shifting from a loyal group of racers and street enthusiasts means the clutch market remains strong, even amid all the new developments happening with automatic transmissions. In fact, the clutch market is seeing plenty of advancements of its… Continue reading Hold Me Tight: Performance Clutch Systems

RealTruck VP Riser Named to ORBA Board of Directors

RealTruck Vice President of Marketing, Lee Riser, has been appointed to the Off-Road Business Association (ORBA) board of directors, where she will serve as the organization’s only female member, the company announced in celebration of International Women’s Day. “I’m thrilled to join the ORBA board of directors,” said Riser. “ORBA is at the forefront of… Continue reading RealTruck VP Riser Named to ORBA Board of Directors

Online Marketplace Plans Lifted Truck Show

Online vehicle marketplace Onlyliftedtrucks.net and parent company Conversions For Sale will be hosting a car show exclusively for lifted trucks, the company announced. Scheduled for Sept. 9 and 10 at Atlanta Motor Speedway, show organizers are now accepting vehicle applications for the event, which will include a payout for top finishers, onlyliftedtrucks.net representatives said. “We… Continue reading Online Marketplace Plans Lifted Truck Show

Meyer Distributing Appoints New Truck Accessories Category Manager

Meyer Distributing has promoted Jeremy Schnaus to category sales manager for Traditional Truck Accessories, the parts distributor announced. “It is invigorating to promote from within and exemplifies our staff’s motivation and dedication,” said Cody Ziegler, VP of sales for Meyer. “Jeremy’s enthusiasm, guidance and critical thinking is refreshing. Demand through our traditional truck category remains… Continue reading Meyer Distributing Appoints New Truck Accessories Category Manager