Commercial Trucks

When you're in the market for a commercial truck, quality is paramount. That's why Ram trucks for sale make a reliable choice for your daily work vehicle. Ewald CJDR offers an impressive selection of commercial trucks for sale.

Whatever your vocation might be, you can trust our Ram dealership to provide reliable work trucks for sale. Before you start pricing models at Ewald CJDR, let's cover some common questions about buying a commercial truck. We hope this information helps you decide on the most suitable work truck for your usage needs! 

Is a work truck a good investment?

The Ram trucks for sale near you at Ewald CJDR make for outstanding work trucks. These trucks are designed to handle rugged terrain while providing heavy-duty towing and hauling. But what are the advantages of owning your own work truck? 

• Enjoy the capabilities provided by a larger engine. Work trucks are typically equipped with the biggest and most powerful powertrain options.

• Job-specific upgrades can customize your next Ram truck for sale to best support your specific vocation.

• You'll find that work trucks can be an affordable option at our Waukesha dealership.

• Leasing a truck or fleet can offer tax advantages.

• Ensure that you or your fleet have the correct equipment to perform your daily tasks.

What are the 3 main classifications for trucks?

You'll find three primary classifications for the trucks available at our Ram dealership near you. These truck classifications are a good jumping-off point to choose a model with the right capabilities. While any truck can be used for work, most customers at Ewald CJDR choose medium or heavy-duty models when they buy work trucks for sale.

Light-Duty

Light-duty trucks are defined as weighing under 14,000 lbs. These Ram trucks for sale near you are great for everyday driving or less-extreme labor. Light-duty trucks offer versatility for general usage. One example of a light-duty truck is the Ram 1500 for sale.

Medium-Duty

Medium-duty trucks are defined as weighing between 14,001 and 26,00 lbs. Many medium-duty trucks are also available as heavy-duty trucks. They provide the durability of a heavy-duty truck, while occupying a smaller footprint. If you're looking for a powerful truck that isn't difficult to maneuver, medium-duty trucks could be the right option.

Heavy-Duty

Weighing 26,001 lbs or more, heavy-duty trucks are the highest on-road classification. Most commercial trucks for sale will be heavy-duty trucks. They made fantastic work vehicles because of their extreme towing and hauling abilities. Heavy-duty trucks are used across the country every day and offer incredible reliability.

What qualifies as a work truck?

It's crucial to know whether your work truck is considered a commercial vehicle or not. For licensing, liability, and tax purposes, it's in your best interest to know if you're driving a commercial truck! To determine a truck's commercial vehicle status, these factors are considered, per wisconsin.edu:

"Because the type of vehicle, and not the driver, defines who needs a CDL, the following characteristics have been set forth to define what a commercial motor vehicle is. A CDL is required of any driver of:

1. Any vehicle designed to carry 16 or more persons including the driver, such as our campuses’ mini buses.

2. Any vehicle that weighs over 26,000 pounds (defined as the greater of manufacturer’s gross vehicle weight rating, manufacturer’s gross combination weight rating, actual weight, or registered weight).

3. Any vehicle that carries hazardous materials that require placarding as found in Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, Part 397."

Is 4x4 necessary for a work truck?

When you're shopping for a work truck at our Waukesha dealership, is a 4x4 drivetrain essential? Depending on your usage needs, it's possible! 4x4 drivetrain systems deliver power from your engine to both axles as needed, keeping your truck from getting stuck. If a wheel loses traction on a slippery surface, the opposite axle can use more power to compensate for the lost traction. 

If you plan to use your Ram truck for sale off-road, 4x4 is a huge asset in your next work truck. 4x4 trucks are great at towing heavy loads at low power, even up steep inclines. If you need to work on unstable terrain like mud, sand, or gravel, a 4x4 Ram truck is a superb choice. If you don't use your 4x4 system often enough (every few months), the components can begin to break down. If you operate a 4x4 truck on dry concrete too frequently, you can cause damage to the 4x4 system. Rear-wheel drive trucks are also more fuel-efficient and often less expensive than 4WD trucks. Consider how often you would use the 4x4 system in a given workday before opting for a four-wheel-drive Ram.

Do work trucks hold their value?

Since a Ram truck for sale is a major investment, you're probably curious about how work trucks hold their value. Although you can't avoid depreciation altogether, you'll be pleased to learn that trucks hold their value very well. In fact, trucks hold their value better than most other body styles. Since trucks are built to haul, tow, and perform intensive labor, they are made with stronger components than sedans. Trucks tend to last longer and hold more of their value than other vehicles on the market.

Should I buy a new truck for work?

Whether you're a fleet owner or an independent contractor, you're probably asking the same question. Should you buy a new or used work truck? There are benefits to both decisions at our Ram dealership near you. Ultimately, it's a personal decision that must be made on a case-by-case basis. Here are some advantages to buying a brand new Ram truck for sale at Ewald CJDR!

• Enjoy the latest and most advanced technology and innovations.

• New trucks often feature improved capabilities and safety.

• Control your truck easier with the larger touchscreens featured on new Ram trucks for sale.

• Avoid any concerns about the truck's prior maintenance history.

• For commercial fleets, there are often tax incentives available for leasing new commercial trucks.

• Customize your new work truck to fulfill your unique usage needs.

• Enjoy the warranty benefits of a new Ram truck.

Find your next work truck at our Ram dealership near you!

Ready to start the search for the ideal commercial truck? Ewald CJDR is here to make the process easy. When it's time to start seriously shopping for a new work truck, there's only one Ram dealership you'll need. Visit Ewald CJDR today to take a close and personal look at our current selection of Ram trucks for sale!