PROFESSION-SPECIFIC VAN STORAGE PACKAGES are now available that are customized to the specific requirements of general contractors and remodelers, plumbers, mechanical/HVAC, electricians and more....More
THE TRANSIT CONNECT ELECTRIC is an all-electric, zero-emissions fleet vehicle that can be recharged using either an available 240-volt or standard 120-volt outlet....More
THE 2012 SIERRA HYBRID is the only hybrid in the full-size pickup segment, delivering an estimated 23 MPG on the highway and 20 MPG in the city — a 23.5% improvement in overall fuel economy....More
Knaack LLC has won The Work Truck Show 2012 Editors’ Choice Award for its new Weather Guard Van Solutions line of accessories, bulkheads, shelving, and secure storage for commercial vans....More
Since joining the staff of Contractor magazine, I have become the magazine’s automotive correspondent. It’s rather ironic since I grew up in the Metro-Detroit area, but never worked in the automotive industry or had much of anything to do with the automotive industry until moving to Chicago for an associate editor position with Contractor magazine. That’s when I started writing articles about vehicles for the contractor community....More
CHICAGO — The Chicago Auto Show, Feb. 10-19, was an impressive event, showcasing many trucks and vans available to consumers and also to the contractor community....More
THIS HAND-HELD VIDEO INSPECTION TOOL has a large, bright LCD screen that shows crystal-clear real-time video. The 0.35" diameter, 39" long probe is in focus from 1" to infinity. All probes are oil, water and dust-proof to IP67 standard. Adjustable LEDs ......More
THE 2012 SILVERADO 1500 delivers a low cost of ownership for a full-size pickup. The available Vortec 6.2 L. V8 generates 403 HP and 417 lb.-ft. of torque. Extended cab models with the available MAX Trailering Pack will tow up to 10,700 lb. or haul up ......More
THE CANTER FE 125 MEDIUM DUTY TRUCK has a GVWR of 12,500 lb. It can be outfitted with a full-width truck body, unlike some cabover trucks. Features include an impact-absorbing steering column and side door crush bars to protect occupants. The DOHC ......More
