New Fleet Products & Services Archive

The Kranken is a patented, stainless-steel, corrosion-resistant, constant-tension snow chain tensioner designed for utility trucks, bucket trucks, commercial vehicles and heavy-duty fleets operating in demanding winter conditions. Installed in under 30 seconds, its self-balancing mechanism automatically maintains tension as tire chains settle and shift during operation. Tighten it once, and The Kranken keeps chains tensioned, […]

Summit Truck Bodies has completed the rollout of its next-generation hydraulic crane lineup, adding the 620, 629, 820, 1020 and 1029 models. The five new cranes extend the platform that was first introduced with the 829 and later scaled into the heavy-duty capacity class with the 1229. Together, the seven models offer maximum lifting capacities […]

Weather Guard’s redesigned line of Transfer Tanks has been engineered to reduce downtime, simplify installation and deliver longer service life for today’s work trucks. Built around the realities contractors and fleet operators face when fueling equipment in remote work areas, the next-generation Weather Guard Transfer Tank incorporates structural improvements that deliver increased durability and ultimately […]

Buyers Products has expanded its GuardDogg headache rack offering with a new aluminum construction option. Building on the popularity of the existing steel GuardDogg, the aluminum version delivers the same practical design and drill-free installation in a lightweight, corrosion-resistant package. The aluminum GuardDogg is designed to help contractors and fleet operators maximize their work trucks […]

Elliott Equipment Co., a Stellar company, recently announced that Smyrna Truck, a wholly owned subsidiary of Fouts Bros Inc., has joined the Elliott dealer network as an authorized dealer. Smyrna Truck will offer the Elliott lineup of truck-mounted aerial work platforms, digger derricks and BoomTruck cranes from its headquarters in Milledgeville, Georgia. Fouts Bros, a […]

Ford Pro Advantage is a new, industry-first, manufacturer-backed certified pre-owned program for Class 1-7 commercial vehicles, including chassis cabs and incomplete trucks and vans. It helps businesses find affordable, used, work-ready commercial vehicles with added confidence and support. Available through more than 700 Ford Pro Commercial Vehicle Centers, the program offers certification options with up to […]

The recently introduced Weather Guard Configurator is an interactive digital tool designed to simplify van upfit planning and spec’ing. Combining vehicle-specific compatibility, real-time 3D visualization and quoting in one streamlined experience, the Configurator helps users build the right upfit for their vehicle, visualize it before they buy, and move from idea to order with greater […]

Reading Truck Equipment and Masterack are integrating their operations to create one of North America’s largest commercial vehicle upfit organizations. The move combines Masterack’s leadership in cargo management solutions for commercial vans and pickup trucks with Reading’s nationwide network of commercial vehicle upfit, installation, parts and service locations, offering consumers access to expanded product offerings, […]

Ten-Nine Technologies is scaling production of TENIX, its patented cathode additive, as the battery industry’s shift toward manganese-rich chemistries accelerates. The company describes TENIX as “anti-aging for batteries.” Unwanted chemical byproducts build up inside batteries each time they are charged or discharged; this is the same process that raises your smartphone’s temperature and shrinks electric […]

The Fuse Saver 2nd Gen Series from Innovative Products of America is a dedicated short-circuit diagnostic solution engineered to eliminate blown fuses, smoke testing and damaged harnesses during automotive electrical troubleshooting. Chasing intermittent shorts often leads to burned-out fuses, melted fuse blocks and wasted diagnostic hours. The Fuse Saver replaces standard fuses with color-coded, manually […]

Fleetio recently announced general availability of its AI Service Advisor, which is designed to aid fleets in making faster maintenance decisions and automating routine processes. Built on one of the largest proprietary fleet maintenance datasets in North America, it was used to assess more than $1.4 billion in maintenance spend during a six-month open beta. […]

OTR Engineered Solutions has introduced OTR3DLab, a first-of-its-kind prototyping service intended to dramatically reduce product development timelines. For decades, bringing a new off-the-road tire, wheel or track concept to life has typically meant extensive lead times, significant investment in tooling, and limited opportunity to conduct full-scale visual evaluations prior to making production commitments. OTR3DLab improves […]

Andax Industries’ Transformer Containment Bag System (TCBS) has received the Plant Engineering 2026 Product of the Year Bronze Award, recognizing the system as an innovative solution designed to improve utility crew safety, simplify transformer handling and support regulatory compliance. Developed through direct collaboration with electric utilities, the TCBS provides crews and safety managers with a […]

CAS Automotive recently announced the public launch of Damaged Equipment, an on-demand remarketing service created to help businesses, insurers, dealers and fleet operators sell damaged, surplus, aging and end-of-life commercial equipment. The announcement marks Damaged Equipment’s first official introduction to the market after operating as a proof of concept since the end of 2025. CAS Automotive also launched a refreshed […]

TM Products LLC has announced the availability of their new 16-inch Tire Mask, engineered to help utility fleets improve wheel appearance and safety. Utility truck wheels are prone to rusting and corrosion, but periodic painting can keep them looking new and increase vehicle resale value. Tire Mask cuts masking and cleanup time by 90% during […]

Thermal imaging and monitoring solutions company moviTHERM has announced the launch of Irley, a new IoT thermal camera built to flag fire risk, equipment failure and heat-related problems so that fleet teams can step in before they turn into costly damage. Irley watches continuously for hot spots and alerts the right people the moment it […]

Ford recently revealed Fathom, the first vehicle off its new Universal Electric Vehicle Platform, starting at $28,350 MSRP. It was named to reflect the depth of engineering and innovation behind the vehicle. Fathom is well-suited to a wide range of commercial, municipal and government fleet applications, from code enforcement and inspections to parking services and […]

Work Truck Week, produced annually by NTEA – The Work Truck Association, will return to the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis March 9-12, 2027. New for the 2027 event, NTEA – working in collaboration with NAFA Fleet Management Association – is launching the Future Truck Summit March 9, replacing the long-running Green Truck Summit. The full-day gathering will […]

The Dynamic tool brand offers a 44-Piece Insulated Socket and Tool Set for EV fleet technicians and industrial maintenance professionals working in live high-voltage environments. The set includes standard and deep 3/8-inch drive metric sockets (8-19 mm); hex bit and Torx sockets (T10-T45); insulated nut drivers (5-11 mm); a 45-tooth quick-release ratchet with extension; and […]

Hastings Fiber Glass Products has released a new version of its Tel-O-Pole Bucket Stick with integrated measuring capabilities. Known as the Tel-O-Pole Measuring Bucket Stick (product number HV-208-M), the tool allows users to safely take accurate and efficient measurements when working from a bucket truck. The collapsible, telescoping hot stick combines all the features of […]