Should I use a new chassis for my custom-built food truck?

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 A new chassis is the way to go; no headaches and no worries about whether or not you can make it to events. Your transportation should always be reliable. Make sure to try the new chassis as often as possible. 

 

How many miles will a used diesel food truck engine average?

 

 This is a tough one because all used trucks are taken care of differently, but we purchase our food truck chassis from top-rated fleet companies that ensure their trucks have always had all necessary maintenance completed. So, our trucks will average anywhere from 400,000 miles to 650,000 miles as long as proper maintenance is performed on your custom unit.

     

Should I get a concession trailer or a concession truck for my new business?

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 It is really about preference. It will be cheaper to get a concession trailer as long as you have a good, reliable truck to haul the weight. However, if you do not have a reliable truck, the cost will equal out in the end after buying a truck to pull it. We prefer to build concession trucks because we know the motor and transmissions are built to carry the weight of a food truck.

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Should I get new or used equipment for my food truck?

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 This is arguably the easiest answer: new is the way to go. This equipment is engineered for a restaurant, so putting it into a food truck that moves, bounces, and turns adds wear and tear that was not in the equipment’s original design. For this reason, it is always smart to have warranties with new equipment, so I would not suggest putting used equipment into your custom food truck.

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What price point should I pay for a great food truck that I will know will last?

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 This is a tricky question due to the different price points offered by so many different companies in the custom-built food truck market. I would say a truck at $50,000.00- $90,000.00 for a used food truck chassis and a new kitchen is a great price point; however, there are trucks being sold at this price point that I would not trust. Research is key before purchasing your mobile food unit, from generator quality to cooking and refrigeration equipment quality.​

 

Should I get a gas or diesel food truck?

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 A diesel truck is better than a gas. Diesel trucks hold up and last longer than gas engines but are also engineered for towing and hauling heavy loads. This extra cost will go into your food truck upfront; however, with an engine life span that is almost double that of a gas truck, in the long run, it will save you thousands.