The trucking industry was riding high: trucks were operating at capacity; new technology and new trucks were being added to the vehicle count; and it looked as though the economic boom would continue unabated. Then the global economy ran into the “Black Swan” disruption of COVID-19....
Sea Breeze Syrups handles fountain sodas soda systems in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Connecticut. They travel far servicing everyone and have 10 trucks in the fleet along with about 20 transit connect vans. Matt Lamken, Sea Breeze’s distribution manager told us about his negative experiences with other mechanics before finding H.K. Truck...
The Successful Dealer Award recognizes medium-duty and heavy-duty truck dealers for their positive influence on our industry and their communities. After a long nomination period in which more than 40 truck dealers received nominations from the trucking industry at large, H.K. Truck Center landed a finalist spot within the 5 selected for this year’s award. H.K. Truck Center...
Celebrating the 1-year anniversary at their Parsippany, NJ location portrays the motivation and hard work that HK has put into their company for years. Henry Knabe founded H.K. Truck Center in 1982 in a service truck parked in his driveway and slowly grew, including adding employees. They moved into their first facility in 1988 in South...
The trucking industry was riding high: trucks were operating at capacity; new technology and new trucks were being added to the vehicle count; and it looked as though the economic boom would continue unabated. Then the global economy ran into the “Black Swan” disruption of COVID-19....
There are those who see the challenges created by a crisis and grow to meet those challenges. The same is true for businesses. My recent IdeaXchange blog, printed in full below, asks some tough questions. What will your answers be?...
Tell us about yourself: “My name is Jim Ravaliese. I’m the fleet manager at Peerless Beverage Co. We’re a beer distributor – one of the most fun businesses.” Which departments at HK Truck Center have you worked with? “We’ve actually worked with all departments!” What is the main concern about the care of your trucks? “Maintenance and how the guys take...
SEVEN SIMPLE SERVICE TIPS We know standing on the sidelines – especially as a business owner – can be frustrating. But we thank you for helping keep your employees, your customers, and our communities safe. Whether it’s back to the warehouse, the job site, the loading dock, or wherever your business takes you, we know you’re ready and raring to...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Hino Trucks has acknowledged that the rapidly changing global health emergency is creating uneven economic effects across all industries. In response, Hino is introducing the Ultimate Confidence Initiative meant to strengthen and support our customers’ businesses. No Payments AND No Interest until January 2021 Hino Trucks, in conjunction with Toyota Industries Commercial Finance, is offering our customers a No Payment...
