T880 vs. T880S: What Vocational Buyers Should Know About Application Fit
Fleet operators know that the right truck is one that carries the required load, fits the body, and works efficiently on the routes it actually travels. While truck models provide valuable insight into their capabilities, understanding the differences between configurations is essential to finding the right fit. Take the Kenworth T880 and its T880S configuration…
The True Cost of Downtime: Leveraging Papé Kenworth’s 24/7 Service Network Across 30 Locations
Downtime is more than an operational inconvenience. It is a direct hit to the margin and customer trust. Papé Kenworth is built to minimize those losses with an always-on service model, rapid parts access, and a large regional footprint, so hours saved translate into profits protected. Papé Kenworth commits to supporting your uptime around the clock and operates…
Why Preventive Maintenance Matters, and Why You Should Make It Part of Your Fleet Strategy
Downtime is the enemy in the trucking world. A vehicle out of service isn’t earning revenue, which means it’s costing you. That’s why Papé Kenworth emphasizes a strong preventive maintenance program. Below, we’ll consider why preventive maintenance is so critical, how it drives savings and reliability, and how Papé Kenworth is uniquely positioned to support…
Fueling OrePac’s Success: How Papé Kenworth and Papé Material Handling Power Performance
In the fast-paced world of wholesale building materials, success depends on speed, efficiency, and reliability at every link in the supply chain. OrePac Building Products thrives in this demanding environment thanks to a trusted partnership with two Papé divisions: Papé Kenworth and Papé Material Handling. From highways to warehouse floors, Papé provides OrePac with the…
What Should You Look for When Buying a Used Semi-Truck?
For owner-operators buying used, a thorough pre-purchase inspection is critical. Start by checking fair market pricing so you don’t waste time on rigs priced outside the typical range for that model, year, mileage, and manufacturer. Once you’ve narrowed your list, call to schedule the inspections. Tip: Before you visit, run the VIN through the NHTSA VIN Decoder and the NHTSA…
How to Become an Owner-Operator: Your Complete Startup Checklist
Whether you’ve been a company driver for decades or just earned your CDL, you’ve probably thought about what it would be like to become an owner-operator. Setting your own schedule, owning your own truck, running your own business all sound great. But what does it really take to become an owner-operator? It’s not easy, but…
Driving Progress: Papé Kenworth Opens New Full-Service Dealership in Federal Way, WA
Papé Kenworth, a leader in trucking and transportation solutions, has officially opened the doors to its newest and most advanced full-service dealership in Federal Way, Washington.
Unleashing the Power of Zero Emission Truck Incentives: Paving the Way for a Sustainable Future
As the future of long-haul trucking continues to embrace zero emission vehicles, understanding the world of ZEV incentives becomes paramount for fleet operators. These incentives can prove to be a game-changer in making zero emission trucks not only environmentally friendly but also economically viable. Let’s delve into the essential steps and key incentives that Papé Kenworth supports as we lead the charge in the electrification and ZEV market.
Drivers, We Salute You! National Truck Driver Week 2022
September 11-17 2022 marks National Truck Driver Appreciation Week. Here at Papé, we are proud to serve and employ the best truck drivers in the country. Truck drivers, you work tirelessly on the road, and for that, we salute you! In this special edition of the Papé blog, let’s take a moment to honor and spotlight our incredible truck drivers here at Papé.
The Kenworth T680E Truck
Are you looking to keep up with sustainable objectives and keep your business ahead of the curve? You can do all that and more when you invest in the Kenworth T680E from Papé Kenworth. This truck delivers a zero-emission solution while still providing an estimated operating range of 150 miles (depending on application).
