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When winter hits, the success of any snow removal business depends on having the right snow plow truck setup. From half-ton pickups to heavy-duty fleet vehicles, the right combination of truck, plow, and spreader determines how efficiently contractors can tackle snow and ice. This guide breaks down how to choose the best setup for your workload, efficiency goals, and long-term profitability.

AccuWeather® long-range experts say the approaching winter season will be stormy for millions of people across the upper Midwest and Central United States.

Vue Robotics combines AI, sensors, and cloud technology to give snow contractors 24/7 visibility into site conditions—eliminating costly drive-bys and delivering real-time ground truth.

Buyers Products has unveiled the Pro 8000, an 8-cubic-yard poly municipal spreader that delivers big capacity, full municipal-grade features, and a 30% cost savings over stainless steel models.

BOSS’s new SR Mag enclosure brings comfort and protection to winter operators. With three-sided tempered glass, a hard steel roof, and quick-fold design for transport, it keeps operators warm, out of the elements, and ready for work.

Monroe, part of the Aebi Schmidt Group, has been building snow and ice equipment for more than 60 years. From plows and hitches to spreaders and dump bodies, Monroe delivers customizable solutions for municipalities of all sizes—backed by a global partner known for world-class specialty vehicles.

The Snow & Ice Management Association (SIMA) has launched its new Safety 1st Training Program for sidewalk crews and snowplow operators. The program offers both online and classroom options, equipping teams with essential skills for safe and efficient snow and ice management. Key topics include operator health, equipment use, chemical safety, and storm preparedness.

When winter storms strike, every second counts. Whether you're servicing a campus, mall, municipal lot, or commercial complex, the ability to pre-load, deploy, and precisely apply salt without relying entirely on salt trucks can make or break your operation. That’s where Virnig’s modular Salt Spreader steps in — engineered to eliminate inefficiencies, reduce waste, and simplify logistics.

Aebi Schmidt has brought the Flexigo — a multi-functional tractor long popular in Europe — to the U.S. Built for year-round use, it tackles snow and ice with multiple attachments and fits into tight spaces like bike lanes where trucks can’t.

Nate’s Lawn Maintenance replaced nearly 30 salt truck routes with 300 SiteTotes and 67 spreaders, slashing costs and response times while making winter operations faster and more efficient.

Work Truck Week® 2026, North America’s largest work truck event, has announced that top political strategists Karl Rove and Jim Messina will headline the NTEA Annual Meeting with a keynote address on Thursday, March 12, 2026.

On September 24–25 from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Sno-Way will be hosting an Open House at its International Headquarters in Hartford, Wisconsin. This two-day event is your chance to see, touch, and explore Sno-Way’s complete lineup of snow and ice control equipment all in one place.