Sunday, September 30, 2012

Want to See the World? The Right Bike Racks Can Help!

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If you love exploring on your bicycle and don’t want to be held back in terms of where you can go, then you need to invest in some good bike racks for your vehicle. Bike racks will allow you to take your bicycle (or bicycles!) anywhere and everywhere, whether it’s down the street or all the way across the country. If you choose the right one, you can safely and easily transport your bikes, unload them every bit as easily and incredibly quickly too, and then be on your way to having fun in the great outdoors.

When choosing racks, make sure you think about how many bikes you plan to cart around on a regular basis. Even once you know this, it is always a good idea to choose a rack that is capable of carrying a few more. After all, you never know when your friends might want to tag along and get in on the adventure. Also make sure you choose a model that will work with your vehicle and, of course, that has the look and style you want. Remember, racks don’t have to be an ugly eyesore; they can be a stylish, fun addition to your automobile!

Auto Truck Depot has a wide selection of great products to choose from, products that can match any budget and any preference. One great example is the Swagman XTC4. Made from one of the most reputable brands in the industry, this product can carry up to four bicycles! It is built so that you can easily attach and detach your bikes. There is no wasted time with this model.

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Thursday, September 27, 2012

Increase Carrying Capacity and Space with Cargo Carriers

MegawarriorSo, you purchased a truck, SUV, or other large vehicle, thinking all of your cargo carrying needs were met. Then, you add in a kid or two and all of the things that go along with them, and you’re suddenly running low on space. We’ve all been there, but don’t worry—there is a solution in store, one that doesn’t involve buying an even larger vehicle. Cargo carriers are the solution you are looking for! There are many different types of cargo carriers on the market, from racks that go on top of your vehicle to convenient baskets. With so many great products available, you’re practically guaranteed to find an option that works for you.

This is especially true if you do your shopping at Auto Truck Depot. The Depot has solutions to fit every budget and need. Whether you just want a little extra space when carting the kids to ballet class or to the soccer match, or whether you want to go on long trips with the entire family and all of their belongings in tow, you can find your perfect match! Just give yourself time to browse through all of the different choices and to think about what you need.

The MegaWarrior is a great and very affordable choice that works for many people. It’s a cargo carrying platform, similar to the baskets but even larger. It can carry hundreds of pounds with ease, and without weighing down your vehicle. All of the cargo sits securely in this product, so you don’t have to worry about losing your goods or having them get damaged while you’re in transit.

Tuesday, September 25, 2012

To Protect Your Work Van Equipment

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Are you looking to go into a career in plumbing or in heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC)? If so, you are going to need some serious work van equipment to get your job done right. If you work for a company, some or even most of your equipment may be provided for you. If, however, you’re looking to go into business for yourself, you will have to foot the bill. That’s why it’s so good that there are sellers like Auto Truck Depot around, which offer quality items at reasonable prices that even start-up business owners can afford.

While the exact pieces of work van equipment you will need will vary greatly depending upon your job, your goals, and the details of what you’re trying to do, there are some basic items that should be included in just about every HVAC or plumbing van. You’ll want to have durable shelving units, preferably that allow you to adjust the height as needed, to hold all of your tools and equipment. You should also have shelf center support legs to keep your shelves firmly in place and shelf doors for extra security. Equipment and tools can be expensive and you don’t want to take any chances by cutting corners! You should also keep an extra shelf kit on hand, just in case, and bin dividers for easy organization. Van partitions are a good idea as well.

Even if you don’t have a lot to spend upfront, you can just buy one or two items at a time, starting with your most needed pieces first. A great starter piece is the Weatherguard van storage unit, which can easily take care of most of your storage needs.


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Sunday, September 23, 2012

What Does an Air Spring Do?


If you’re like most people, then you’ve seen an air spring and heard it talked about. You might, however, not really have been clear on what these important products do. An air spring is used to enhance your comfort while you’re driving, but it also does something much more important—it stabilizes your cargo for increased security on the road, and also helps to maximize your load carrying capacity. You simply choose your spring based on the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating of your automobile. Once you’ve got the right one and have it installed properly, you’ll find that there are even more benefits in store! These include improved steering control, more level headlight beams, and less wear and tear on your vehicle. You’ll also have decreased suspension fatigue reduced bottoming out, less residual damage, and an all around smoother, better, and more enjoyable ride.

Now that you know all that, you’re probably wondering how you’ve gone this long without one of these great products! Well, you don’t have to go a moment longer. Go check out the awesome products available through Auto Truck Depot. You will quickly find that the store has the widest possible selection of high quality, long lasting items, and all at very affordable prices that you won’t find anywhere else.

Make sure you check out the Firestone Air Springs. Priced at under $400 (a real steal!),these products feature Ride Rite air helper springs that can carry an astonishing 4300 to 5000 pounds per set! You’ll be riding in style and in comfort in no time at all once these babies arrive at your door. Installation is super easy too, so you’ll be good to go in no time at all.


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Thursday, September 20, 2012

Go for a Window Visor for Protection All Year Long!

A window visor is a very affordable and often overlooked product that is absolutely necessary for anyone who truly cares about his or her car, truck, or SUV. Not only does a visor look great and stylish perched on your vehicle, but it also gives you more visibility and provides for less wind noise, allowing you to enjoy your ride so much more. The rain and cold will stay outside where it belongs, while fresh air can come right on in. In the summer months, a window visor is a wonderful way to reduce heat build-up. That’s because it lets your windows stay partially open, but still keeps your vehicle fully protected from theft or vandalism.

Now that you realize everything that these great products can do, it’s time to find the perfect one for your vehicle! That is made incredibly easy by shopping at Auto Truck Depot. There, you’ll be able to find a wide range of different products. There truly is something for every single automobile, for every budget, and for every style preference. All of the options are incredibly affordable and are designed to last you for years to come. You’re making a huge mistake by shopping anywhere else.

While you’re encouraged to check out all of the many products available, make sure that you don’t skip over the Ventshade. You can get this incredibly low-price item for well under a hundred dollars. Featuring classic style-side air vents, you won’t have to worry about losing your automobile’s cool appearance. If anything, you’ll only enhance it. So, don’t go another minute without this awesome product; you’ll be so glad you made this purchase.

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Sunday, September 16, 2012

Stay Out of the Cold with Snow Plows

It’s winter. It’s freezing outside; there’s snow on the ground, and all you want to do is get out of your driveway and be on your way. Well, if you don’t have snow plows installed on your truck, then you can’t! You have to shovel your way out of the driveway, freezing the whole time, and then just cross your frozen fingers, hoping that people have already gotten out to plow the streets. Don’t live your winter life this way, not when you don’t have to. Invest in some good snow plows from Auto Truck Depot, and do the job the easy way.

The Snow Pusher is a simple and very affordable model that anybody can use. Whether your area gets snow every once in a while or every day in the winter months, this model is a great choice! It is designed to push snow straight ahead and right on out of your way! It doesn’t create any odd rows or damage underlying pavement in the process either. It’s an incredibly fast way to get the job done, and features a flexible rubber edge for increased durability and damage protection. You can even reverse and replace the edge, so that you get more bang for your buck!

While this model is great, it’s certainly not the only choice you have. Be sure to check out the other great models at the Depot as well. There is something to suit every winter problem and need, as well as lots of other great accessories that will keep you warm and toasty and in good spirits even when it’s cold and ugly outside!


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Thursday, September 13, 2012

Floor Liners Aren’t Just for Show

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When I was growing up, we didn’t have a lot of money. That’s why my dad was so proud when he found this beautiful truck secondhand. New, he never would have been able to afford it, but he got it used at a real steal! It didn’t have any floor liners in it, but my dad said it was no big deal—it could go without. Well, even though he kept that truck looking just as beautiful as possible on the outside, he kept putting off buying floor liners, saying they really weren’t necessary. Sadly, it didn’t take long for the floor to get covered in splotches and stains from spilled sodas and dirty shoes. Eventually, a small hole even became visible on one of the floors. My dad finally went out and got liners, but by then the damage had already been done and it was too expensive for him to fix—much more expensive than it would have been if he had just bought liners in the first place!

I think you get the moral of the story—take little measures now to prevent big damages in the future! I know my dad sure wished he would have. He lost a little piece of his pride and joy because of his negligence. Your vehicle doesn’t have to suffer this same fate, not with so many awesome and very affordable liners available through Auto Truck Depot. If you’re looking for liners that won’t break the bank but that will protect your floors just as well as the more expensive ones on the market, then go for the Husky Floor Liners—they’re a true real steal!


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Sunday, September 9, 2012

Include Mud Flaps in Your Vehicle-Protecting Army

Heavy Duty MudflapMost people buy a ton of different products to protect every single part of their vehicles. They buy protectors for their hoods, liners for their beds, and so much more. Unfortunately, though, a lot of them overlook one very affordable and very simple protective solution—mud flaps! Mud flaps are not just for keeping your vehicle cleaner, as many people wrongly assume by the name. Instead, they actually provide protection to the entire back end of your vehicle, protection that you really can’t afford to be without. They stop all of that debris that your tires are constantly flinging back, making problems with rust and damage to your paint a thing of the past!

Not only are these flaps incredibly affordable, but they’re also easy to install and to maintain as well. When they get to looking dirty, just hose them off with some water, and you’re good to go! Don’t think these have to be an unsightly addition to your truck either. In fact, with so many awesome models currently on the market today, it’s incredibly easy to find ones that add style and a hint of sophistication to your vehicle.

Auto Truck Depot has so many different products to choose from that you’re certain to find the exact products you want! The Heavy Duty Mud Flap is one product offered at the Depot, and it’s great! It is made of the thickest and most durable rubber. On the bottom, though, is even more durable stainless steel, which protects the truck fully and also adds a little shine to your automobile. Style and protection all in one affordable package—what could ever be better than that?


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Thursday, September 6, 2012

Hood Protectors are a Must

Imagine this: you’re driving down the road in your truck or other vehicle. Out of nowhere, something flies at your windshield. Best case scenario, it’s something small that causes minimal damage to your hood or windshield. Worst case scenario, it’s something large or something with a lot of force behind it that damages your vehicle and maybe even causes you to go off the road! Truth is, if you’ve owned a truck for a while, then you don’t have to imagine this at all, because it’s probably happened to you a time or two. Well, you can make these incidents a thing of the past by using hood protectors!

Hood protectors are extremely necessary, because it keeps not just your truck’s hood, but also its windshield and fenders free from damages and danger caused by bugs and flying stones, rocks, and other debris. Just make sure you choose one made from high quality, scratch resistant material and that is carwash and wax safe. All of the products offered through Auto Truck Depot fit this description, so you can shop without worry there.

As you’re doing your shopping, make sure you check out the Hood Guard, a very useful (and very affordable!) product. The guard features a great aerodynamic design that keeps it from bending or fluttering, even when you’re flying down the road. Plus, it looks great on your vehicle, enhancing its beauty rather than taking away from it. It can even help to protect against rust and other serious and expensive damages, not to mention the fact that it keeps you safer when driving, whether you’re going across the street or across the country!


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Sunday, September 2, 2012

Is Money an Issue? Consider Adding Work Van Equipment in Stages

Work van equipment is necessary for any professional who uses a work van. Unfortunately, if you want the very best equipment, then you should know that it does not come cheaply. If you do find excessively cheap products, you might think you’re saving money by choosing those instead, but the truth is most of those items are very low quality. Thus, in the long run, you’ll end up having to replace them more often than you would better pieces of equipment, which actually costs you more money. So, instead of selling out and buying cheap products, buy high quality ones—just do it a little at a time, as your budget allows.

You can determine which pieces to add first based on how much you need them. If you’re going to need lots of pieces, sit down and make a list of all of the work van equipment you need to have. Then, think about how much you need each one. From there, just go with the most necessary item that you can afford, working your way through your list a little at a time. Before you know it, you will have everything that you need!

One piece of equipment that we recommend getting as soon as possible is a window bulkhead. It is a van screen that is a little on the expensive side, but that is well worth the money! It’s built from the strongest, most long lasting 16 gauge steel and it’s great at keeping your cargo from moving about as you travel. Loading is simple too thanks to the handy opening. There’s no need to customize this product either; it works with any full size van. Plus, don’t worry about spending money on professional installation. You can do it yourself with mounting brackets.


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