Category: Sponsors

Avoiding Wounds Caused by Cutting Edge Technology

If You Are Having Trouble Keeping Up With It All, You Are Not Alone Technology today appears to change so quickly that even tech-savvy professionals are struggling to understand it all. If it was JUST computers, our odds of “staying current” would be higher. But today there is so much more that affects the work truck industry than just the latest smartphone features or truck camera options. Electric Vehicle Technology (EV) There is EV technology, which is reaching a state of maturity among passenger vehicles...

WATCH + LISTEN: Podcast Season 5 Launch | Reciprocal Relationships

Steve Henning, Commercial Vehicle Business Network, sits down with Candy McCollum, COMVOY about the benefits of Reciprocal Relationships – one of the keys for success in the Commercial Vehicle Business Market (and the upcoming theme of the CVB Summit https://www.worktrucksolutions.com/cvbsummit)

Mitsubishi HC Capital America Targets AI Predictive Purchase Model

Company implements automated process to streamline technological efficiencies Mitsubishi HC Capital America, the largest non-bank, non-captive finance provider in North America, continues to make significant strides in its digital transformation efforts with the recent integration of MuleSoft Robotic Process Automation (RPA). In a move to strengthen business development and customer retention, Mitsubishi HC Capital America has embedded Mulesoft RPA to serve as an incremental catalyst to surfacing sales opportunities through its customized AI predictive purchase model. Mitsubishi HC Capital America leveraged the technology to identify...

WATCH + LISTEN: Commercial Truck Training | Will Brogan

Steve Henning, Commercial Vehicle Business Network sat down with longtime industry friend and partner Will Brogan, Commercial Truck Training (CTT) powered by One Nexus, to talk about CTT’s transition, the future of the dealership landscape, and how the quickly changing face of technology informs it all.

CALENDAR: FALL 2024 CVB SUMMIT

The Commercial Vehicle Business Summit Is Your Key To A Wealth Of Insight The Commercial Vehicle Business Summit (CVBS) is a premier live virtual event featuring two days of comprehensive presentations and discussions led by numerous experts from the commercial vehicle industry. CVBS delves into the latest trends, technologies, and strategies driving the sector forward. It’s a must-attend for dealers, manufacturers, suppliers, fleet managers, and other industry stakeholders, offering unparalleled opportunities for networking, learning, and collaboration among peers. CVBS Spring 2024 sessions are now accessible...

DEALERSHIP SUCCESS: Modern Merchandising – Redefining the Customer Experience

By Shawn Horswill, Senior Vice President, Product, Work Truck Solutions In today’s fast-paced business environment, commercial vehicles are the lifeblood of countless enterprises. From bustling construction sites to efficient delivery fleets, these workhorses are essential for transporting goods, providing services, and driving economic growth. For the business owners and fleet managers who rely on these vehicles, the purchasing process is a critical decision that directly impacts their operational efficiency and bottom line. In the digital age, customer expectations have evolved dramatically. The days of browsing...

WATCH+LISTEN+READ: Viewpoints on Commercial EV Adoption

This article is excerpted from a podcast conversation between Kathryn Schifferle, Founder & Chief Vision Officer at Work Truck Solutions, and Jackson Haskell, Director, EV Infrastructure of Guardian Fueling Technologies. The automotive industry is undergoing a shift towards electrification, and businesses and fleet operators are increasingly exploring the potential of electric vehicles (EVs). Although the transition presents exciting opportunities, it also raises the issue of adoption anxiety. Let’s look at three viewpoints that impact EV adoption within the commercial vehicle industry.  Adapting Familiar Technologies to...

WATCH + LISTEN + READ: 3 Benefits of Chassis Designed Specifically for Commercial EVs

According to Wikipedia, “Workhorse Group Incorporated, originally AMP Electric Vehicles, is an original equipment manufacturer and technology company headquartered in Sharonville, Ohio, U.S. Workhorse makes commercial electric vehicles and telematics software designed for last-mile delivery. Their products include commercial electric vehicles and the Metron telematics software system.” But that just scratches the surface of what’s happening at the four facilities Workhorse operates. For most of its history, Workhorse had been more of an R&D company that was developing advanced technology. Around 2020, the company made the decision to establish itself as an OEM...