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JB Poindexter announces General Truck Body, Transit Corp. acquisitions; partners with Freightliner Custom Chassis, Rivian

Acquisitions and new truck body offerings were the talk of JB Poindexter’s Work Truck Show press conference.

J.B. Poindexter & Co. unveils next-gen EV, AV truck bodies at ACT Expo

JBPCO showcases next-gen EV truck bodies and digital connectivity at ACT Expo.

Reading Truck Group acquires Rayside Truck & Trailer

Reading Truck Group has acquired Rayside Truck & Trailer, a work truck body, equipment, accessory and trailer upfitter and dealership based in West Palm Beach, Florida. With the addition of Rayside, the number of Reading’s sites increases to 16 facilities nationwide. Rayside Truck and Trailer was established in 1979.

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The latest options for medium-duty truck bodies

When spec’ing medium-duty truck bodies, it helps to know all of your options. Here is a handy guide to the latest offerings from several major truck body manufacturers. Hercules Manufacturing Co. offers 8- to 30-ft. dry freight bodies in aluminum and FRP designs. Options include walk ramps, lift gates, platforms, steps, insulation packages, hardwood, steel,

The right fit: Spec’ing medium-duty truck bodies

“Understanding fleet needs is key to getting the truck you require,” says Eric McNally, vice president of sales for Reading Truck Body. “The right approach goes beyond just the right truck body. It takes into consideration work environments, operator safety and productivity, and ancillary equipment needs.” “Developing a specification to meet our customers’ needs is

JB Poindexter acquires Reading Truck Body

J. B. Poindexter & Co. Inc. (JBPCO)  announced the acquisition of Reading Truck Body, manufacturers of vocational work truck bodies. Reading Truck Body includes a manufacturing plant in Reading, Pa., as well as five company-owned installation facilities operating as Reading Equipment & Distribution, LLC. It will operate as an independent business unit within JBPCO, led

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Reading launches redesigned website; updated logo

Reading Truck Body, manufacturer of vocational truck bodies, unveiled its revamped website—www.readingbody.com. According to the company, Reading redesigned the site in order to create an engaging environment and enhance their customers’ complete brand experience. “Whether engineering a new product or relaunching our website, our goal is always to offer solutions that increase value and deliver