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Buyer tipsHow to choose a tractor unit by specifications: breaking down the parameters

How to choose a tractor unit by specifications: breaking down the parameters

We explain how to read a tractor unit's specifications — power, axle configuration, Euro class, and cabin — to avoid a wrong choice.

ССергій 5 min
FinanceLeasing or a loan for a tractor unit: running the numbers on a real example

Leasing or a loan for a tractor unit: running the numbers on a real example

We take a real DAF XF 480 and calculate the overpayment under two schemes — with A-Bank and OTP. With the actual figures.

ВВіталій 6 min
Vehicle reviewsRefrigerated semi-trailers on the secondary market: how to choose one

Refrigerated semi-trailers on the secondary market: how to choose one

How to choose a used refrigerated semi-trailer: cooling unit, insulation, documents and secondary-market prices.

ААндрій 4 min
Buyer tipsHow to inspect a semi-trailer before buying: a checklist

How to inspect a semi-trailer before buying: a checklist

Frame, axles, brakes, floor and curtain — 18 points worth checking with your own hands before you pay.

ООлег 5 min
Yard newsCommission sale of trucks: what it gives the customer

Commission sale of trucks: what it gives the customer

How commission sale at the tirkomis yard saves time and money for both sellers and buyers of trucks.

ООлег 4 min
Buyer tipsWhat Dump Trailer Volume to Choose for Your Job

What Dump Trailer Volume to Choose for Your Job

Choosing dump trailer body volume by cargo weight and type: crushed stone, grain, or light bulk materials.

ВВіталій 3 min
Buyer tipsTrade-in: how to get top value for your old vehicle

Trade-in: how to get top value for your old vehicle

What drives the valuation of your vehicle, which documents to prepare, and when it pays off to sell it separately instead.

ААндрій 4 min
Vehicle reviewsKrone refrigerated trailers: what to check on the refrigeration unit

Krone refrigerated trailers: what to check on the refrigeration unit

Carrier or Thermo King, engine hours, freeze mode and the usual weak spots — a short buyer's guide.

ВВіталій 6 min
Buyer tipsWhy truck equipment sits unsold for a long time: 5 reasons

Why truck equipment sits unsold for a long time: 5 reasons

The main reasons a truck or trailer listing sits unsold for months, and what to do about it.

ССергій 3 min
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Useful reads on commercial vehicles

Reviews, tips, import from the EU, finance and documents — from our deals.

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Latest articles

87
Buyer tipsHow to choose a tractor unit by specifications: breaking down the parameters
How to choose a tractor unit by specifications: breaking down the parameters

We explain how to read a tractor unit's specifications — power, axle configuration, Euro class, and cabin — to avoid a wrong choice.

ССергій 5 min
FinanceLeasing or a loan for a tractor unit: running the numbers on a real example
Leasing or a loan for a tractor unit: running the numbers on a real example

We take a real DAF XF 480 and calculate the overpayment under two schemes — with A-Bank and OTP. With the actual figures.

ВВіталій 6 min
Vehicle reviewsRefrigerated semi-trailers on the secondary market: how to choose one
Refrigerated semi-trailers on the secondary market: how to choose one

How to choose a used refrigerated semi-trailer: cooling unit, insulation, documents and secondary-market prices.

ААндрій 4 min
Buyer tipsHow to inspect a semi-trailer before buying: a checklist
How to inspect a semi-trailer before buying: a checklist

Frame, axles, brakes, floor and curtain — 18 points worth checking with your own hands before you pay.

ООлег 5 min
Yard newsCommission sale of trucks: what it gives the customer
Commission sale of trucks: what it gives the customer

How commission sale at the tirkomis yard saves time and money for both sellers and buyers of trucks.

ООлег 4 min
Buyer tipsWhat Dump Trailer Volume to Choose for Your Job
What Dump Trailer Volume to Choose for Your Job

Choosing dump trailer body volume by cargo weight and type: crushed stone, grain, or light bulk materials.

ВВіталій 3 min
Buyer tipsTrade-in: how to get top value for your old vehicle
Trade-in: how to get top value for your old vehicle

What drives the valuation of your vehicle, which documents to prepare, and when it pays off to sell it separately instead.

ААндрій 4 min
Vehicle reviewsKrone refrigerated trailers: what to check on the refrigeration unit
Krone refrigerated trailers: what to check on the refrigeration unit

Carrier or Thermo King, engine hours, freeze mode and the usual weak spots — a short buyer's guide.

ВВіталій 6 min
Buyer tipsWhy truck equipment sits unsold for a long time: 5 reasons
Why truck equipment sits unsold for a long time: 5 reasons

The main reasons a truck or trailer listing sits unsold for months, and what to do about it.

ССергій 3 min
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