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The mission of the CVBNetwork is to be the toolbox of resources for the entirety of the commercial vehicle ecosystem:

  • To support the entire network of businesses in the ecosystem and increase their connectedness through the exchange of ideas with peers;
  • To offer education plus exposure to resources, procedures and best practices being used by others in the industry;
  • To be a meeting place and hub of resources, information, stories and breaking news.

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Create the Right Company Culture to Ensure Success

In this episode of Driven to Lead, Kathryn Schifferle, founder and Chief Vision Officer of Work Truck Solutions, shares her journey as a serial entrepreneur who has started seven companies over the years.  In her current role, she has filled a critical gap in the needed technology to understand up-fit configurations...

How to Choose the Right Crane—And the Body to Match

Sponsored Choosing a crane isn’t just about how much weight it can lift. It’s also about where that weight needs to go and how your truck body supports the crane’s performance. Understanding key crane ratings, like pounds and foot-pounds, is the first step in making an informed decision—followed closely by...

AutoSuccess and Babcox Media Announce 2025 Women at the Wheel Honorees

(Babcox Media: Akron, OH) — AutoSuccess and Babcox Media proudly present the 2025 class of Women at the Wheel honorees. This fifth-annual event highlights 18 amazing women. The mission of Women at the Wheel is to recognize today’s top female automotive professionals leading the charge throughout the automotive industry. The June...

Commercial Truck Success: “What Does a Good Day Look Like?”

In my role in this industry, I often come across those looking for a sense of direction. Some just need a dose of motivation, and some need a full-on system. Naturally, there are plenty in between.  Something that has become evident over the course of those conversations is a question...

These 4 Solutions Don’t Just Improve Your Work Truck, They Improve You. Here’s How.

Sponsored Open your favorite industry publication and it won’t be long before you see ads or articles touting features that “optimize efficiency” or “streamline operations.”   You’ll rarely find these same products advertised for their less tangible, more personal benefits, like peace of mind or better health in the long run. So,...

Powering Progress: How Digital Marketplaces are Revolutionizing the Commercial Vehicle Industry

The commercial vehicle industry is experiencing a profound transformation, driven by several factors, including a rapidly evolving buyer demographic. With millennials now making up a significant portion of the workforce and Generation Z steadily growing, the expectations for how businesses acquire vehicles have fundamentally changed. These digitally native generations demand...

Investing In Core Strengths During Uncertain Times

Sponsored As many companies nervously grapple with supply chain concerns and the threat of rising costs, some may yield to the temptation to put their growth and expansion plans on hold. For Scelzi Enterprises, that is not the current mindset. A regret for owner Mike Scelzi during his 45+ years...

Innovation & Adaptability in a Shifting Commercial Vehicle Market

The commercial vehicle industry is experiencing a profound transformation driven by technological advancements. As traditional driving experiences evolve into dynamic, software-enhanced interactions, businesses must adapt to these changes to stay competitive. Gregory Skinner, VP of Strategic Insights at Escalant, highlighted these shifts at the Spring 2025 CVB Summit, emphasizing the...

Why Modern Contractors Choose Adrian Steel Upfits for their Trucks

Sponsored Tool theft and mismanagement from work trucks are more than an inconvenience, they threaten productivity on the job and peace of mind for contractors when on the go. This cost is more than just financial — it leads to missed jobs, unexpected downtime, and expensive replacements of tools themselves....

CTech Manufacturing Launches VanPro Modular Storage Line Designed Specifically for Work Vans

(CTech Manufacturing: Weston, WI) — CTech Manufacturing’s all-new line of premium shelving, workbenches, and toolboxes/parts cabinets are designed specifically for the work van industry. Engineered to fit the most popular commercial work vans on the road today. Each VanPro component is precision-engineered to contour perfectly with the wall profile of your specific van make...