DNW Truck Accessories in Jonesboro, Arkansas appears to be a typical shop catering to the needs of Southern outdoorsman. That’s until you see the clothing and outdoors shop the owners operate next door. Sales manager Stanley Stickler joins THE SHOP during the Keystone BIG Show in Dallas to discuss the unique business model DNW Truck… Continue reading Why a Truck Accessories Shop Started Retailing Outdoors Gear
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How a Dedicated Pinstriping Shop Evolved Beyond the ’80s
Bowling Green, Kentucky-based Stripes & More has a legacy rooted in pinstriping but the shop has evolved to offer a full slate of truck and vehicle accessories. Sales managers Richard Smith and Eric Alford explain how the shop has remained relevant and thrived through the decades. Watch the above video, sponsored by Keystone Automotive Operations,… Continue reading How a Dedicated Pinstriping Shop Evolved Beyond the ’80s
Ohio Shop Adapts Retail Showroom for the Internet Age
Brad Barhorst, owner of Sidney, Ohio-based PSG Automotive Outfitters, joined THE SHOP staffer Anthony Bowe at the Keystone BIG Show in Dallas for a discussion about lessons he’s learned running the 25-year-old shop. Key topics covered include strategies PSG Autmotive Outfitters employs to get customers into its truck and vehicle accessories showroom and how to… Continue reading Ohio Shop Adapts Retail Showroom for the Internet Age
Ford Ranger to Offer Black Appearance Package
Ford has introduced the new Black Appearance Package for the new Ford Ranger. More than two-thirds of all-new Ranger pickups are leaving showrooms optioned with either the Sport Appearance Package that adds unique wheels and Magnetic Gray-painted accents, or the Chrome Appearance Package with bright chrome wheels and chrome body accents. The new Black Appearance… Continue reading Ford Ranger to Offer Black Appearance Package
Hellwig ‘Enforcement’ Targets Saggy-Bottom Trucks
The Hellwig Load and Sway Patrol was out in full force at King of the Hammers (KoH) a few weeks ago. “We were on patrol informing race fans how to properly set up their tow rigs for optimal safety and efficiency,” the company stated in a news release. “Load and Sway Patrol Officer Mike Hallmark… Continue reading Hellwig ‘Enforcement’ Targets Saggy-Bottom Trucks
Rivian Jolts Auto Market, Receives Large Amazon Investment
Irvine, California-based, Rivian, in November debuted the first two off-road models it plans to deliver to customers in 2020…
Westin Automotive to Purchase Superwinch Group
San Dimas, California-based Westin Automotive Products Inc. is in the process of acquiring specific assets, intellectual property rights and the brand name of Superwinch Group, currently located in Portland, Oregon…
Truck Hero Hires Executive VP of Human Resources
Truck Hero Inc. has appointed Tom Goulet as executive vice president of human resources. Goulet will report to Bill Reminder, Truck Hero president and CEO…
ICON 4×4 Auctioning Classic BR Bronco for Charity
ICON 4×4 will donate a classic Bronco from its BR series at an upcoming auction. Ten percent of the sale’s proceeds will go to the Autotype Scholarship Fund to aid students currently enrolled in design schools. ICON 4×4 will partner with Autotype to auction the Bronco. “Autotype co-founder Derek Galkin and I share a lot… Continue reading ICON 4×4 Auctioning Classic BR Bronco for Charity
Custom Bronco Gallops Toward Detroit Autorama
The NIL8 Ford Bronco built by Maxlider Brothers Customs for the United Pacific Industries SEMA Show booth will appear at the March 1-3 Detroit Autorama…
Gold Rush Star to Join CTech at The Work Truck Show
Juan Ibarra, from Discovery Channel’s Gold Rush will be at the CTech booth (No. 319) signing autographs every morning during the The Work Truck Show, set for March 5-8 in Indianapolis. Ibarra, who appears on the show as Team Hoffman’s heavy-equipment mechanic and expert welder/fabricator, outfitted his orange work truck with CTech Tool Drawers throughout. “I’ve worked in some of the toughest,… Continue reading Gold Rush Star to Join CTech at The Work Truck Show
Chevrolet Spills the Beans on the New Silverado HD
Chevrolet has debuted its all-new lineup of the 2020 Silverado HD. Max towing capability increases 52 percent to an available 35,500 pounds. It is also the third all-new Silverado in just 18 months, each designed for different customers. “We set out to make the best HD trucks on the market, bar none,” said Jaclyn McQuaid, chief… Continue reading Chevrolet Spills the Beans on the New Silverado HD
EXCLUSIVE: Custom Shop Benefits from Desert Exposure
The family-run shop—led by second-generation principals, and sisters, Sara Morosan and Theresa Contreras—has attended the Nitto King of the Hammers powered by Optima Batteries for nearly 10 years…
Extang’s Marketing Tool of Choice: Tricked-Out Tailgate Truck
This truck provides renewed meaning to the phrase business in front, party in the back….
Ram 1500 Adds Multifunction Tailgate
Ram Truck has introduced a new multifunction tailgate for the 2019 Ram 1500. In addition to retaining the capabilities of a fully dampened, drop-down tailgate with remote release options, the Ram multifunction tailgate adds a 60-40 split swing-away functionality. Ram multifunction tailgate’s dual side-hinged tailgate doors further enhance the 1500’s bed access and utility, according to… Continue reading Ram 1500 Adds Multifunction Tailgate