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A MOM, A HIKER AND A DELIVERYMAN WALK INTO A SHOWROOM; EACH DRIVES OUT IN A NEW 2020 FORD TRANSIT

March 15th, 2019 by Badger Truck Center

New features for best-selling Ford Transit family include available all-wheel drive for improved traction; 2020 Transit also sees two all-new engines and new 10-speed automatic transmission New driver-assist features – including standard Pre-Collision Assist with automatic emergency braking and available Ford Co-Pilot360™ technologies – help improve on-road confidence, uptime and productivity for customers Standard FordPass Connect™ modem…

Posted in Commercial Trucks, News

Isuzu Announces Three New Road-Ready Knapheide Bodies for N-Series Trucks

March 13th, 2019 by Badger Truck Center

Utility, Dump and Landscaper Variants Offer New Flexibility for Multiple Industries ANAHEIM, Calif. — Isuzu Commercial Truck of America, Inc., distributor of America’s bestselling low cab forward trucks, today announced the availability of three new road-ready bodies for select Isuzu N-Series trucks. Built by Knapheide, the KUVcc, dump and landscaper models will offer new flexibility and…

Posted in Commercial Trucks, News, Truck Equipment

What is the Towing Capacity of the 2019 Ford F-150?

February 28th, 2019 by Badger Truck Center

Shopping for a pickup truck that’s hard-working and high-performing? Consider the 2019 Ford F-150. The Ford F-150 towing capacity is 13,200 pounds maximum. This means it tows more than competitors like the Ram 1500. Learn more about this new Ford truck’s performance and capacities below! New Ford Inventory 2019 Ford F-150 Towing Capacity Per Engine…

Posted in Ford Model Features, Half-Ton Trucks

What is Power Take-Off?

January 30th, 2019 by Badger Truck Center

Commercial trucks have a lot of power. They come equipped with strong engines that deliver on both horsepower and torque. They can tow tens of thousands of pounds and travel many miles from Chicago or Madison. One way to make commercial trucks more efficient is with a PTO (power take off) system, sometimes called a…

Posted in Commercial Trucks, Parts, Truck Equipment

What is the Commercial Truck Tire Life Expectancy?

December 27th, 2018 by Badger Truck Center

Commercial truck tires go far above and beyond the work of regular vehicle tires. Between long trips across the country from Chicago and Madison, these added miles and cargo add up, and can leave drivers wondering, “What is the commercial truck tire life expectancy?” Find out how much life to expect from your heavy truck…

Posted in Commercial Trucks, Heavy-Duty Trucks, Maintenance, Parts, Repairs, Service

When Do You Need Tire Chains?

November 29th, 2018 by Badger Truck Center

Winters in Wisconsin can be pretty brutal, and can make the roads hazardous to drive on. Snow, ice, and rain can make it difficult to keep your vehicle under control, thereby increasing the potential for accidents. Tire chains may be a good temporary solution for drivers in and around Chicago, and can be counted on…

Posted in Winter Driving and Maintenance Tips

Badger Truck Center Acquires Assets of Lakeland Chevrolet Buick of Lake Mills

November 6th, 2018 by Cheryl Klein

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Badger Truck Center Acquires Assets of Lakeland Chevrolet Buick of Lake Mills Badger Truck Center purchases Lakeland Chevrolet Buick, Adds Chevrolet Commercial Truck Line to Product Offering Milwaukee, WI — November 6, 2018 — Badger Truck Center is pleased to announce an expansion to its family of companies after acquiring substantially all…

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What is the Best Diesel Truck Engine?

October 30th, 2018 by Badger Truck Center

Ford F-150 With Power Stroke Diesel Engine

We’d be hard-pressed to choose a single best diesel engine of all time, but there are certainly a few we’d immediately put forward for that honor — it goes beyond just Duramax, Cummins, and Power Stroke — and they each have their own strengths and drawbacks. New Inventory Diesel vs. Gas Pickups Top Contenders for…

Posted in Commercial Trucks, Diesel, Full-Ton Trucks, Half-Ton Trucks, Heavy-Duty Trucks, Light-Duty Trucks

What is a Cube Van?

October 13th, 2018 by Badger Truck Center

If you’re looking for a vehicle that can move plenty of cargo, you should think about investing in a cube van. You probably see them in use every day by moving and delivery companies, but you might not know what they actually are and what benefits they offer. Cube Van Inventory What’s the Difference Between…

Posted in Commercial Trucks

What is Flex Fuel?

September 29th, 2018 by Badger Truck Center

New Vehicles There are 19 million flex-fuel vehicles on the road in the US, but not many people actually know was “flex fuel” means, let alone whether they should drive a flex fuel vehicle. What Does Fuel Flex Mean? In a nutshell, flex fuel vehicles run on any combination of gasoline or ethanol up to…