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Vehicle reviewsTypes of semi-trailers: what you need to know before choosing

Types of semi-trailers: what you need to know before choosing

A breakdown of the main semi-trailer types — curtain-siders, refrigerated units, tankers, flatbeds, container chassis and tippers.

ВВіталій 3 min
Buyer tipsHow to sell commercial vehicles quickly on the secondary market

How to sell commercial vehicles quickly on the secondary market

Why trucks and trailers stay unsold for a long time and three practical steps that speed up a sale on the secondary market.

ССергій 3 min
Buyer tipsFirst service on a used tractor unit: what to replace right away

First service on a used tractor unit: what to replace right away

What must be replaced during the first service on a used tractor unit, and what can safely wait.

ААндрій 3 min
Import from the EUEuro 5 and Euro 6: Restrictions for Carriers in 2026

Euro 5 and Euro 6: Restrictions for Carriers in 2026

The gap between Euro 5 and Euro 6 emission standards affects EU city access, road tolls, and which used tractor unit to buy.

ООлег 3 min
FinanceHow to Update Your Fleet: Trade-in for Commercial Trucks

How to Update Your Fleet: Trade-in for Commercial Trucks

Trade-in lets you exchange your old truck for a newer one and pay only the difference, without months spent searching for a buyer.

ВВіталій 3 min
Vehicle reviewsTop 5 tractor units for European runs: what to choose on the secondary market

Top 5 tractor units for European runs: what to choose on the secondary market

Comparing Volvo, Scania, MAN, Mercedes-Benz and DAF on the secondary market to find the best-value tractor unit for European runs.

ССергій 4 min
Buyer tipsHow to check a used truck in 30 minutes

How to check a used truck in 30 minutes

A practical algorithm for quickly checking a used tractor unit before buying: documents, inspection, pit check, diagnostics and a test drive.

ААндрій 3 min
Buyer tipsIs it worth buying a tractor unit with 700,000+ km on the clock?

Is it worth buying a tractor unit with 700,000+ km on the clock?

Mileage over 700,000 km doesn't mean worn-out equipment — service history and condition matter far more.

ООлег 3 min
Vehicle reviewsCurtain-sider or reefer — which is more profitable for transport in Ukraine?

Curtain-sider or reefer — which is more profitable for transport in Ukraine?

Comparing curtain-sider and reefer semi-trailers by costs, competition, and a carrier's earning potential.

ВВіталій 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
Vehicle reviewsTypes of semi-trailers: what you need to know before choosing
Types of semi-trailers: what you need to know before choosing

A breakdown of the main semi-trailer types — curtain-siders, refrigerated units, tankers, flatbeds, container chassis and tippers.

ВВіталій 3 min
Buyer tipsHow to sell commercial vehicles quickly on the secondary market
How to sell commercial vehicles quickly on the secondary market

Why trucks and trailers stay unsold for a long time and three practical steps that speed up a sale on the secondary market.

ССергій 3 min
Buyer tipsFirst service on a used tractor unit: what to replace right away
First service on a used tractor unit: what to replace right away

What must be replaced during the first service on a used tractor unit, and what can safely wait.

ААндрій 3 min
Import from the EUEuro 5 and Euro 6: Restrictions for Carriers in 2026
Euro 5 and Euro 6: Restrictions for Carriers in 2026

The gap between Euro 5 and Euro 6 emission standards affects EU city access, road tolls, and which used tractor unit to buy.

ООлег 3 min
FinanceHow to Update Your Fleet: Trade-in for Commercial Trucks
How to Update Your Fleet: Trade-in for Commercial Trucks

Trade-in lets you exchange your old truck for a newer one and pay only the difference, without months spent searching for a buyer.

ВВіталій 3 min
Vehicle reviewsTop 5 tractor units for European runs: what to choose on the secondary market
Top 5 tractor units for European runs: what to choose on the secondary market

Comparing Volvo, Scania, MAN, Mercedes-Benz and DAF on the secondary market to find the best-value tractor unit for European runs.

ССергій 4 min
Buyer tipsHow to check a used truck in 30 minutes
How to check a used truck in 30 minutes

A practical algorithm for quickly checking a used tractor unit before buying: documents, inspection, pit check, diagnostics and a test drive.

ААндрій 3 min
Buyer tipsIs it worth buying a tractor unit with 700,000+ km on the clock?
Is it worth buying a tractor unit with 700,000+ km on the clock?

Mileage over 700,000 km doesn't mean worn-out equipment — service history and condition matter far more.

ООлег 3 min
Vehicle reviewsCurtain-sider or reefer — which is more profitable for transport in Ukraine?
Curtain-sider or reefer — which is more profitable for transport in Ukraine?

Comparing curtain-sider and reefer semi-trailers by costs, competition, and a carrier's earning potential.

ВВіталій 3 min
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