by WSI ALM | Dec 13, 2022 | Commercial Truck Dealership
With the holiday season upon us, eCommerce retailers and consumers should be aware of the critical role trucking plays in the holiday season. Keeping everything moving and ensuring packages and purchases arrive on time for the holidays is essential to keep the season bright. Here’s why the industry is so critical to the holiday season and where to find box trucks for sale in San Diego.
Truckers Keep Holiday Roads Safe
Just during Thanksgiving, approximately 54.3 million Americans traveled more than 50 miles to see family and friends. The holiday season is even more hectic than normal, with an estimated 106 million Americans expected to travel over 100 miles over the next four weeks. Keeping these roads safe during the busiest time of year is a massive undertaking. That’s where truckers come in.
Professional drivers help keep the roads safe by bringing experience and training to the roads. When winter snow and ice come in, truckers adjust their driving to keep everyone on the road safe during the holidays.
Online Shopping and the Freight Industry
The freight industry is a crucial part of the online shopping process. Retailers rely on truckers to transport their products to customers, ensuring that everything arrives on time. This is especially important for retailers who rely on fast shipping times to keep customers happy and customers who want gifts to arrive on time.
Communities Need the Trucking Industry for Essentials
The trucking industry is essential for communities across the United States. Truckers are responsible for transporting essential goods, such as food and water, to communities that would otherwise be unable to receive them. Without trucking, these essential goods would not be able to reach their destination on time and some communities would be lacking clothing and other essentials.
Trucker Demand Increasing
The trucking industry is growing rapidly, and this growth is expected to continue. The trucking industry is critical to the holiday season, and demand is expected to continue to increase in the years to come. This is good news for truckers and the industry as a whole, as it means that there will be more jobs available in the future. The shortage also goes to show just how important the industry is to the holiday season, with demand ramping up even more during this period.
Shop for Box Trucks for Sale in San Diego at C&M Motors Inc.
At C&M Motors Inc., we know that the trucking industry is critical to the holiday season. That’s why we offer a wide selection of box trucks for sale in San Diego. We have the perfect truck for your delivery needs and can help you find the perfect box truck for your business. Contact us today to learn more about our selection of box trucks for sale in San Diego and let us help you keep the season bright!
by WSI ALM | Dec 13, 2022 | Commercial Truck Sales
As one of the most in-demand professions right now and an industry at the frontlines of the supply chain, the trucking industry is worth billions of dollars. Here are some key facts about the industry, and if you are looking for commercial trucks for sale in San Diego, some tips for how to shop around.
Significant Revenue
The trucking industry generates significant revenue no matter the size of the trucking company. Multiple revenue streams, including truckload, regional, and long haul, account for the majority of the industry’s total income. 2020 revenue for the trucking industry hit $723.3 billion.
Major Employer
The trucking industry employs more than 1.5 million people, making it one of the largest employers in the country. Demand for truck drivers is also growing rapidly due to several factors. The first is the bottleneck in the supply chain and the need to transport goods quickly and efficiently across the country. Second is the increasing popularity of eCommerce, which requires large quantities of goods to be shipped in a short period of time.
Handles The Bulk of the Nation’s Freight
The trucking industry is responsible for the bulk of the nation’s freight. While some freight is moved by plane or train, the vast majority of it is handled by the trucking industry.
Represents Most Domestic Tonnage
Taking into consideration how many goods traverse the country every week, the trucking industry represents the majority of the nation’s tonnage. Domestic tonnage continues to grow as people and businesses become more mobile and the nature of business becomes more distributed. 10.23 billion tons of freight were moved by truck in 2020 in the United States, which represents 72.5% of domestic tonnage.
Important to the Tax Base
All those goods being transported across the country are generating tax revenue for the government. With every order and route, the trucking industry contributes to the nation’s tax base, contributing 24.4 cents in federal fuel tax on each gallon of diesel fuel and 30.3 cents on in-state fuel tax as of January 2021.
Find Commercial Trucks for Sale in San Diego
If you want to expand your business in the massive and profitable trucking industry, it is important to research the different types of commercial trucks available for sale in San Diego. You can find the best commercial trucks for sale at C&M Motors Inc. Get a quote today.
by WSI ALM | Mar 28, 2022 | Commercial Truck Dealership, Commercial Truck Fleet Management
usedIf you are looking to expand your fleet to simply replace unrepairable trucks, there are many advantages to buying a used medium-duty commercial truck.
What makes purchasing a used truck can be a smart decision for so many? Let’s look at some of the advantages of buying used commercial vehicles:
Cost Savings
It might seem obvious, but it’s true that acquiring used trucks is significantly cheaper up-front than purchasing a new vehicle. A commercial truck generally sees its biggest drop in value in its first 12 months. This means you can often find great resale deals on commercial vehicles that are older than one year. Additionally, depreciation is much slower after the initial first year decrease. So, if you buy a used truck and later sell it yourself, you may not have to part with it for too much less than you paid, putting good money back into your pocket (in addition to whatever profits the vehicle helped you earn).
Yes, buying a new truck can be a long-term investment, but for some companies, especially new and growing businesses, saving on immediate costs can be the most important concern, helping them quickly expand their fleet, land more jobs, and make more money.
Predictable
Used trucks typically have a dependable life cycle and performance capabilities that can be familiar to you and your drivers. Particularly if you can acquire the commercial vehicle’s telematics (digital data on engine hours, idle time, fuel economy, alerts, etc.) or records of maintenance, you can approximate how well you can expect the truck or van to work and for how many more years.
Being able to confidently rely on a used vehicle helps you to precisely plan and execute your routes and jobs, and ultimately help make your fleet more productive. Sometimes, technological, and operational learning curves with new trucks may hinder work, along with driver concerns about even slightly dinging the new commercial vehicle. However, you can always get right to work with familiar, previously used trucks and vans.
C&M Motors will provide you with great certainty when purchasing any used truck. We complete a thorough inspection of all used trucks we offer to make sure they will provide years of service to your business.
Flexible
Used vehicles can offer your company flexibility, since used trucks are readily available in a wide range of options. When purchasing new commercial vehicles, you are restricted to recent models and potentially lengthy production lead times. With used trucks, you can shop for any model produced in the past few years or even older if a vehicle has been well maintained. Additionally, C&M has a service and fabrication department that can make any modifications to anu used truck to fit your companies’ specific requirements.
Used trucks can also be helpful to have on hand as simple backup vehicles, providing additional flexibility if an unexpected breakdown happens during an important job with a tight deadline.
Environmental Concerns
Members of Gen Y and Gen Z, who increasingly make up a greater share of the workforce, care about how the industry affects the environment. As such, sustainability is an emerging benefit of used vehicles. At first, it sounds illogical that older, less fuel-efficient trucks could be called eco-friendly, however the acquisition of used commercial vehicles decreases the demand for newer trucks and vans. Because manufacturing requires a considerable amount of electricity, raw materials, and so on, purchasing used vehicles helps limit unnecessary truck production and our industry’s overall carbon footprint.
From affordable costs and broad availability to familiarity and eco-friendliness, used vehicles can be the perfect choice for your business’ requirements. If you’re interested in buying a truck, new or used, C&M Motors has the experience to help you make the right decision for your company. Feel free to contact us with any questions. We look forward to hearing from you.
C&M Motors Inc
www.cmmotorsinc.com
(800) 736-3443
by C&M Motors | Apr 6, 2021 | Used Commercial Trucks at C&M Motors
At C&M Motors, we are working hard to bring you a great selection of used Hino trucks as well as other brands to keep your business on the move.
Dry Box Vans
We have two Dry Box Vans currently available. The first is a 2016 Hino 268A 26’ Dry Box. This exceptionally clean commercial truck has only 135K miles and is in great condition. It has been safety checked and thoroughly inspected. It includes a roll-up door and a tuck-away 2,500 lb. lift gate. We have a gallery of images on our Used Truck page so you can see the details for yourself.
The second Dry Box Van currently available is a 2018 Hino 195. This is 16’ Dry Box with roll-up door and tuck-away 3,000 lb. lift gate. This truck is nearly new with only 54K miles. Again, the vehicle has been thoroughly inspected, cleaned, and ready to roll. It is a great addition to any commercial truck fleet.
Reefer Bodies
We have two 2009 Kidron Reefer Bodies for sale. These are 24’ refrigerator bodies only; they do not include the reefer unit. They currently are equipped with swing doors but can be upgraded to include a roll-up. The body measures 98” high by 96” wide. One includes a Maxon 2,500 lb. lift gate. Our team can help you add a refrigeration unit to these reefer bodies. Our fabrication department is available to assist with custom shelves, kick plates, lift gates, and more. Our goal is to provide you with the right modifications to meet your business needs.
2022 Hino L6 Cab & Chassis Coming Soon
This great new Hino truck sports a 230 HP Diesel Engine and 25,950 GVWR. Features include 2200 Allison Automatic, air conditioning, CD player, exhaust brake, power windows and door locks, heated mirrors, and cruise control. This 2022 Hino is designed for a 26’ box will be available soon. This great truck is sure to be in demand, so please contact us right away with your interest.
Hino Extended Warranty
Many of our used trucks are eligible for a Hino extended warranty. Take the risk out of your used truck purchase and work with a Hino certified dealer. Contact us if you have any questions regarding our current and upcoming used trucks or our warranty options. We offer financing and maintenance options. Serving the greater San Diego area for 39 years and looking forward to helping you build out your fleet!
C&M Motors Inc
(800) 736-3443
by C&M Motors | Feb 25, 2021 | C&M Motors, Commercial Truck Repair, Custom Truck Fabrication
As we are all aware, 2020 was a tumultuous year…one that most of us would rather not repeat. Many businesses have been hit hard by the effects of the pandemic and some are struggling just to stay afloat.
At C&M Motors, we are looking at ways to help our local businesses with their transportation needs but in a creative and less costly ways. For many, it is imperative to have transport trucks to move goods to market, but the cost of a new truck may not be possible right now.
With that concern in mind, we have increased our inventory of quality, newer used trucks and are outfitting them for customers so they can continue to provide their services without the burden of a new truck loan or lease. All our trucks are inspected by trained technicians, made road-worthy and are backed by our maintenance team. Many are eligible for an extended warranty through the manufacturer, Hino.
Used Trucks Customized to Your Needs
Our used inventory is largely comprised of medium duty trucks which we can configure with racks, lifts, and other customizations to meet your transportation needs. If you need something special, whether it is a particular size truck body or special shelving inside your box truck for organization, we can make that happen.
We are hopeful with the vaccination process beginning, we will see the end of the pandemic soon. We are working hard to bring you creative solutions to bridge the gap until we resume normal business activities.
We wish you a safe and prosperous 2021 and encourage you to contact us for any of your trucking needs.
Why C&M Motors
C&M Motors is a locally owned and operated family business serving the greater San Diego area since 1982. With 2 locations to serve you (National City and Vista), we offer a more personalized experience and customized services to meet your business needs. Sales, service, rentals, maintenance, collision, fabrication, parts, and 24/7 emergency roadside assistance are all available at C&M Motors.
Give us a call to learn more.
C&M Motors Inc
www.cmmotorsinc.com