(This is a guest post by Drew Markley, Director of Sales and Marketing at Smithers Quality Assessments. Views and opinions may or may not agree with those of Snow Plow News and Mr. Markley is solely responsible for the derivation of the content.) With the winter...
Snow Plow News talks with Raj Sarkar from the Product Marketing and Strategy department at Ford Pro about how Ford is taking a holistic approach to solutions, providing customers with the tools they need.
The Snow & Ice Management Association will host its annual Snow & Ice Symposium in Cincinnati, June 23–26, uniting snow professionals for high-level education, targeted networking, and the industry’s largest trade show showcasing 110+ exhibitors and the latest innovations in snow and ice management.
The Snow & Ice Management Association (SIMA) is rolling out a long-term strategic plan focused on safety-based accreditation, state-level advocacy, insurance solutions, and developing the next generation of industry leaders. In a recent interview, SIMA’s Martin Tirado shares how these initiatives aim to protect contractors today while strengthening the future of the snow and ice industry.
As snow and ice contractors look for faster, more efficient ways to stage and deploy bulk materials, on-site solutions like the Boss QuickCube and the SiteTote System are gaining traction. This comparison breaks down capacity, spread performance, durability, and logistics to help professionals determine which system best fits their operation.
The commercial vehicle industry is preparing to take center stage this spring as Work Truck Week® 2026 returns to Indianapolis with a sold-out show floor, dozens of product launches, and hands-on vehicle experiences designed to showcase what’s next for work trucks and vocational fleets.
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, March 10–13 in Indianapolis, features an educational program focused on the future of the work truck industry, covering ADAS, AI, fleet management, regulations, and workforce development.
Winter weather patterns are shifting, customer expectations are higher, and equipment innovation is accelerating. As we head into 2026, the snow and ice management industry is undergoing changes that will directly impact how contractors work, from one-truck operations to large commercial fleets. Staying ahead of these trends will help you boost efficiency, win more accounts, and keep crews safe when storms hit.
When you take all the atmospheric signals together — the La Niña-to-neutral transition, the shifting jet streams, the early-season temperature swings, and the late-winter wildcard factors — one message becomes clear: This winter won’t be defined by constant cold or endless storms… but it will be defined by variability.
