In a recent YouTube video, MJ TruckNation president MJ Martin recapped how the company handled the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 and the measures in the plans going into 2021.  Throughout the video, one thing rang loud and clear – MJ TruckNation LOVES its customers!

MJ TruckNation was established in 2007 on the concept that by selling top-notch Commercial Vehicles at rock-bottom prices, everyone would win.  Great emphasis was placed on customer satisfaction as well as on repeat business and word-of-mouth referrals.  The same holds true to this day.

As an authorized Isuzu, Hino, and Fuso dealer (just to mention a few), MJ TruckNation is a leader in Commercial Vehicle sales.  They offer an all-inclusive dealership – sales, service, and parts- in order to make the customer’s experience exceptional [...]

Going electric is the latest trend in vehicle technology.  As it stands, the vehicle earning the prestigious title of being the world’s biggest electric vehicle is a whopping 45-ton mining dump truck endearingly dubbed the “eDumper”. 

Formally named the Anglo American Komatsu.  This big boy may have to step aside though.  There’s a new, even bigger, electric beast truck in town.  And…it’s a Dump Truck too but it weighs in at 580,000 pounds (20 tons).

Electric vehicles aren’t the only concept trending.  Focus is being placed on sustainability and other eco-friendly features.  The eDumper is powered by a reserve of hydrogen for fuel as well as electricity.  It is designed for use in the mining industry, a field that is currently filled with controversy with many believing it is guilty of destroying the earth and [...]

If you have a farm or ranch, you know how important it is to have vehicles to help you get the work done.  You need a work truck that runs smoothly so your farm can run smoothly too.  Here’s a look at some of the best types of farm work trucks that are as tough as the work is…and versatile too.

A Flatbed Truck is a must on a farm.  Heavy, odd-shaped, irregular loads that won’t be ruined when they are exposed to the weather can be transported with ease in a Flatbed.  They are designed to take a beating, conquering rough roads and other compromising conditions. 

From hauling hay bales to transporting heavy equipment and even livestock (with proper side rails intact), Flatbed Trucks have a multitude of uses down [...]

If you’re tired of the 8-5 grind, go ahead…quit your day job.  If you have a Dump Truck, or are able to get one, your future is loaded with opportunities.  Many are making super-sized profits in the junk hauling business and you can too.  Whether you pick one of the tons of specialized niches or go for it all, there are plenty of possibilities for utilizing your truck for big bucks.

Junk Hauling

Trash hauling is a business that you don’t need special training for – no degree required.  You don’t even need a CDL unless you go over the 26,000-pound GVWR allowance.  Very little equipment is required.  Demand is typically high and competition is generally low so if [...]

The first day of spring is right around the bend – March 20.  That’s great news if you’re suffering from the winter blues.  But, just because you are ready doesn’t mean your truck is.  Below you’ll find the top maintenance must do’s that will help ensure your truck is geared up for the spring and summer months ahead.

As you know, your Work Truck is not only a mode of transportation, it enables you to bring home the bacon too.  When your truck is out of commission, so is your source of income.  In order to keep your work flowing, your truck has got to be running.

Preventative maintenance is far less expensive than repairs.  By implementing a preventative maintenance program, you’ll be able to schedule consistent checkups and routine upkeep.  Plus, you’ll [...]

If you’re in the tree trimming industry, you know that the scope of your services is widespread.  From accessing the tops of tall trees to hauling off limbs, dirt, and debris, a large variety of equipment is needed and ideally, you’ll have a number of trucks to help you get the job done too.

Boom Truck

Without a doubt, you need a Boom Truck (also called a Bucket Truck) if you own a tree trimming outfit.  These types of trucks have a human-holding bucket with hydraulic lifts capable of reaching upwards of 50 feet, enabling you to access the tallest of tree branches. 

Boom Lift Trucks are specially designed for tree trimming, forestry, and arboriculture work.  The risk to you and your workers and [...]

If you’re planning to purchase a Dump Truck, you’ll need to pick between an aluminum and a steel body type. In order to make the wisest decision, there are some important factors to consider.   Here are things to keep in mind:

What are You Using the Dump Truck For?

Think about what you plan to use your Dump Truck to do.  What size loads do you intend to carry?  What type of material will you haul?  While an aluminum Dump Truck will definitely suffice for modest loads of gravel or dirt, if you loads will consist of heavy metals, you may need to bump up to a steel Dump Truck since steel constructed trucks are able to carry maximum weights.

Aluminum Dump Trucks require their loads to be more protected because aluminum is [...]

You may not be set on which you prefer – diesel or gasoline.  But, if you are considering getting a new or used work vehicle, like a Dump Truck, Day Cab, or Boom Lift Truck, you’ll need to know before you go.  It’s best to do your research before you begin looking so you can narrow your search. 

Here are some factors to consider:

Stricter emissions are coming.  EPA requirements are already in play and won’t be getting any laxer.  There isn’t one fuel source that trumps the other when it comes to being eco-friendly though because where gasoline is best due to the fact that it burns cleaner.  Diesel vehicles tend to last longer so there’s less waste piling up.

If you have a bucket truck, you know it’s what’s in it that matters.  From the size and power of the truck to the exact height it is able to stretch to, the specs of your Bucket Truck and the bucket within greatly determines the scope of work you can do with it. 

A Bucket Truck is basically a Work Truck that has an aerial lift attached.  It is specially designed with a bucket attached which can lift a person up to a work platform.  Because of its unique ability to allow workers to access great heights, this type of truck is quite popular across many industries.

The core of a Bucket Truck is equipped with a hydraulic pole, also called a boom, that operates the bucket which [...]

Isuzu is a worldwide leader in diesel trucks.  The Japanese-based company has manufactured thousands of them since they got their start back in 1916.  They perfected the low cab forward in the United States and has been the best-selling manufacturer in the category every single year since 1986. 

Of all the Isuzu Diesel Trucks built in the past 30 years, 83% are still registered and running on American highways today.  That speaks volumes for the company and the trucks.

The history of Isuzu been a wild ride.  While the manufacturer stopped producing cars to be sold in the U.S. in early 2009.  But that was far from the end of the American-Isuzu love affair. 

The first Isuzu Commercial Truck graced the Port of Jacksonville, Florida in 1984.  [...]