In 1961 Ford introduced a new Forward Control vehicle called Econoline. The totally new body was unitized and functioned also as the chassis frame to which the running gear was attached. And, instead of putting the engine in the rear like the VW, its placement was between the front seats, over the front axle. This allowed the use of existing drive train components....

It's not your father's cargo van! The owner/operators and drivers of expediting cargo vans now have a wealth of options when it comes to choosing a sleeper for their truck - from modestly equipped to fully-tricked out with all the conveniences that will fit. ...

This topic is one that has been highlighted in previous articles. In April 2000, Expediters Online.com presented an article, "The future of vans in expediting", which addressed the same concerns of today's owner/operators. We present comments from both expediting owner/operators and the carriers for your analysis....

This vehicle has garnered a fair amount of attention in the last couple of years; this versatile van has found its niche in expediting, delivery, and vocational work. Find out what the owners themselves have to say about their trucks....

Alan Gordy just made the move from a big truck to a cargo van, but it's still a Freightliner....