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Two Minutes Can Save You $6,000.
We love the Cummins ISX engine. However, before we purchase a used truck with a Cummins ISX we always check for a Bell Housing Leak. Here is a two minute Video that could save you... Continue reading
September 30, 2020
Peterbilt 579 Review – Why Drivers Love It
There is no argument that most drivers love the comfort and safety that the Peterbilt 579 offers. Here is our quick review of the Peterbilt 579 Day Cab. If you are interested in this popular... Continue reading
December 9, 2019
About The Peterbilt 567
So You Are Thinking About Purchasing A Used Peterbilt 567 Since its inception into the marketplace in 2014, the Peterbilt 567 is all about the vocational trade. These are excellent work trucks that are built... Continue reading June 4, 2019
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Question of The Week
Truckers, we want to hear from you. Here is our Question of the Week. Is the Peterbilt 379 still the King of Hill in the used truck market? (outside of California). We all know that... Continue reading
April 12, 2017
What Do You Look For When Buying A Used Truck?
When Purchasing A Used Truck We often promote the sale of California Used Trucks. Some might think it is a sales gimmick like the “Happy Cows” or singing California raisins, but we believe there truly... Continue reading
March 2, 2017
Where to Sell Your Semi Truck
Five Top Places To Sell Your Big Rig A big rig isn’t your everyday sales item. It’s not like a piece of furniture that can quickly be transported from one place to the other. It’s... Continue reading
December 12, 2016
Tax Deduction
Thinking about buying trucking equipment before the end of the year? The whirlwind of December usually comes and goes in the blink of the eye. However, this is the time many buyers take advantage of... Continue reading
November 22, 2016
5 Things to Remember When Buying a Truck at an Auction
When it’s time to buy a new truck, you might consider buying at an auction. Auctions can be a great place to purchase if you have your priorities in place and do your homework. However,... Continue reading
September 6, 2016
5 Surefire Ways to Maintain the Resale Value of Your Heavy Duty Truck
When you’re purchasing a new truck, you might consider what will happen when you eventually sell it. Will the truck maintain its resale value? In a few years, will you wind up losing a lot... Continue reading
August 4, 2016
Buying vs. Leasing Heavy Duty Trucks | Charter Trucks
When you need a heavy duty truck, it can be tough to choose which avenue is best for you and your business. Should you buy a brand new truck, get a used one, or go... Continue reading
August 2, 2016
The Peterbilt 337 Hook Lifts Are Here! (SL-185 SwapLoader)
Here is a short demo tape on our 2011 – 2012 Peterbilt 337 Hook lifts. This demo shows how easy it is to load and unload boxes (boxes not included). We have four SwapLoaders remaining.... Continue reading
July 20, 2016
All You Need To Know About Hook Lifts
Hook Lift trucks have been popular along the East Coast for some time and are becoming more popular out west. The Hook Lift system has a great upside for the small business and large business... Continue reading
July 13, 2016
5 Rules To Keeping Well: Advice From Surgeon General in 1942
5 Rules to keeping well – From the More things changes, the more things stay the same department. We came across an old World War II era newspaper and right inside the first page... Continue reading
July 6, 2016
Why California Trucks Outlast and Outperform Other States
Why California Trucks Outlast the Competition and Provide the Most Value When it’s time to get a new heavy duty truck, you want something that will perform. Whether you need a day cab, sleeper, van,... Continue reading
June 10, 2016
Service Truck Selection Tips – Recommended Reading
If you are looking to purchase a new or used service truck here is an article from way back in 2006 that we found helpful from ForConstructionPros.com. We have several service trucks in stock and... Continue reading
June 2, 2016
The Foolproof Guide to Buying Sight Unseen
Buying anything preowned comes with risks and unknowns, especially when it comes to large pieces of equipment, like trucks and trailers. What kind of condition is the used heavy equipment in? What’s its history? While... Continue reading
May 31, 2016
Charter Tip #21 – Benefit of Shorter Bottom Dump
Here is a brief clip of a smaller bottom dump in action. Continue reading
May 27, 2016
A Fond Five Minute Look At Old School Trucking
An excellent short video for those who enjoy seeing what the trucking industry looked like many, many, moons ago. Continue reading
May 26, 2016
Great Specs…2009 International Pro Star – Start Working Today
Every once in a while we acquire trucks that we think are special for their capabilities but sometimes get overlooked. This month we are featuring three 2009 International ProStars. Here are the Specs. Lease Returns... Continue reading
May 26, 2016