When it comes to upfitting vehicles, fleet managers want the process to be as quick and painless as possible. Unfortunately, upfit lead times can often be lengthy due to the number of steps involved in the process.
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Upfitting your fleet vehicles will benefit your operations if done properly. Vehicle upfitting is the process of enhancing vehicles or customizing their accessories to suit the owner's actual needs.
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Vehicle upfitting, in its simplest form, entails modifying a factory vehicle (often a truck or van) to meet the specific needs of its users. Bulkheads, storage spaces, ramps, racks, partitions, towing capacity, suspension, and chassis modifications are just a few improvements you may make during upfitting.
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