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Truck Inventory Levels Continue To Decline, While Auction & Asking Values See Modest Changes

Watch our new Sandhills Global market report video for inventory and value trends affecting used heavy- and medium-duty trucks on Sandhills platforms.

Find Parts & Components Easier Than Ever On TruckPaper.com

TruckPaper.com’s new, dedicated Parts For Sale page makes finding the components and parts you need faster and easier than ever before.

Used Truck Fleets Continue to Age Amidst Ongoing Inventory Decline

According to the latest Sandhills Global market reports, inventory levels of used trucks on TruckPaper.com and other Sandhills platforms are down over 20% compared to last year and is continuing a downward trend.

What's New At Sandhills Global

Find out about the latest additions to Sandhills platforms, including TruckPaper.com’s new trailer model names and BoatHarbor.com’s new mobile app.

RVUniverse Provides Unmatched Advertising & Sales Tools For RV Dealers

The RVUniverse platform features for-sale listings for everything from compact tear-drop trailers and pop-up campers to easy-to-drive Class B camper vans, to spacious Class A motorhomes, and everything in between.

2026 Q1 Dealer Survey: Data Shows Mixed Signals In Truck Market As Orders Rise

Sandhills Global and Bloomberg Intelligence have partnered to deliver new quarterly reports and quick overview videos on the commercial trucking market.

Used Truck Market Experiences Notable Inventory Level Reductions In March

Watch our new Sandhills Global market report video for inventory and value trends affecting used heavy- and medium-duty trucks on Sandhills platforms.

Used Semi-Trailer Inventory Contraction Continues, Prices See Modest Increase

Watch our new Sandhills Global market report video for inventory and value trends affecting used semi-trailers on Sandhills platforms.

Used Semi-Trailer Market Improves Despite Downward Truck Market Trends and Rising Fuel Prices

According to new Sandhills Global market reports, used semi-trailer asking prices and auction values ticked up in March and are trending upward.

Used Semi-Trailer Values Trend Up As Inventory Levels Continue 7-Month Decline

Watch our new Sandhills Global market report video for inventory and value trends affecting used heavy- and medium-duty trucks on Sandhills platforms.

Used Truck Inventory Continues Decline, Prices Climb Month Over Month

Watch our new Sandhills Global market report video for inventory and value trends affecting used heavy- and medium-duty trucks on Sandhills platforms.

AuctionTime Reaches More Truck & Trailer Buyers

Read our post to learn how AuctionTime brings more bidders to weekly online auctions through unmatched exposure ahead of the sale.

Sandhills’ Flexible Sales Strategies Let You Tune Your Approach For The Best ROI

Sandhills' flexible sales strategies help you sell the way you need to. Its equipment lifecycle approach has multiple sales avenues and tools for the best results.

Activate OS Is Your Equipment Management Operating System

Activate OS (ActivateOS.com) is an all-in-one equipment management platform used by dealers, heavy equipment fleet o\wners, and rental companies to track assets, automate inspections, and unlock new revenue streams for parts and service.

VIP+ Provides Accurate Valuations Plus Dealer Pricing Tools

The Value Insight Portal+ (VIP+, formerly FleetEvaluator), generates accurate equipment, truck, and trailer valuations plus exclusive dealer pricing tools.

Sandhills Global Retail Platforms Connect Buyers & Sellers Across Industries

Read our post to learn how Sandhills Global’s retail platforms connect buyers and sellers of trucks, heavy equipment, aircraft, and more.

Target Retail, Wholesale & Auction Buyers Simultaneously With Pre-AuctionTime

Read our post to learn how Pre-AuctionTime enables sellers to advertise assets at retail and wholesale ahead of the planned auction date.

Quality Used Machinery Inventory Shrinks As Equipment Shifts Into Rental Fleets

According to the newest Sandhills Global market reports, inventory levels of used construction equipment on Sandhills platforms are trending down across all markets except for forklifts.

Capitalize On Growing Demand For Rental Equipment With RentalYard

If you're looking to maximize rental demand for your equipment, start listing rentals today with RentalYard to reach local and global renters via biweekly magazines and a newly overhauled website.

What’s New At Sandhills Global

Get the latest news about updates to Sandhills platforms and apps for auction management, wholesale equipment sales, charter aircraft, vocational trucks, boats for sale, and more.

FR8Star Simplifies Shipping For Heavy-Haul & Oversized Loads

Read our blog post for more on using FR8Star to get free shipping quotes for heavy equipment, oversized and overweight machinery, and other loads.

Volvo Trucks Advances Vocational Focus At CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2026

Volvo Trucks will highlight its focus on vocational and heavy-haul applications at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2026, March 3-7 in Las Vegas.

Detroit Introduces Its 2027 Heavy-Duty Gen 6 Engines

The latest Detroit engines comply with 2027 EPA standards and will be available for all heavy-duty Freightliner and Western Star trucks.

Used Volvo Trucks Have The Highest Resale Value

Used Volvo VNL trucks retain higher resale value than comparable models in the U.S. market according to a new analysis utilizing the independent data platform VIP+.

Used Semi-Trailer Prices Show Positive Movement Despite Significant Inventory Declines

Watch our new Sandhills Global market report video for inventory and value trends affecting used semi-trailers on Sandhills platforms.

New Vermeer VXT400 & VXT500 Vacuum Truck Models Deliver Enhanced Hydrovac Performance For Urban Construction

The new Vermeer vacuum trucks pack features inspired by customer feedback, including a dual-digging, 25-foot boom and a patent-pending camera system.

How To Get Truck Financing On TruckPaper.com

Truck Paper makes it easy to apply for fast, reliable funding online through its financing partner, CurrencyFinance.

Sleeper Trucks Lead Inventory & Price Decreases In Used Heavy-Duty Truck Market

Watch our new Sandhills Global market report video for inventory and value trends affecting used heavy- and medium-duty trucks on Sandhills platforms.

Join Truck Paper At The 2026 Mid-America Trucking Show

Truck Paper will once again be at the Mid-American Trucking Show; stop by Booth #10156 to learn about our industry-leading products and solutions for buying and selling trucks and trailers, and more.

Despite Inventory & Price Drops, Dealers Cautiously Optimistic About Used Equipment & Truck Markets

Dealers are expressing some optimism in the used construction equipment, farm machinery, and commercial truck and trailer markets, despite a mix of trends.

What's New At Sandhills Global

Find out about the latest additions to Sandhills platforms and apps, including VIP+ (formerly FleetEvaluator) and free Facebook Marketplace export features.

Track Phone Leads From All Your Advertising With CallStats

Available in the Sandhills Cloud, the CallStats app enables sellers to track phone leads generated by print ads and online listings for retail, wholesale, auction, and rental assets.

Email Blasts: Reach Sandhills Buying Audiences Directly With Your Targeted Message

With Sandhills Global’s email blasts, you can showcase specific assets in your inventory, promote an upcoming auction, or announce a current promotion directly to active buyers from the marketing list for the Sandhills platform you choose.

Premium Hosted Websites Attract New Customers With Lead-Generating Features

Want to modernize your website with media sliders, videos, and more? Get a premium website hosted by Sandhills, plus a free WordPress conversion.

Semi-Trailer Values Continue To Slip As Reefer & Dry Van Inventory Levels Head In Opposite Directions

Semi-Trailer Inventory & Value Trends December 2025

Used Heavy-Duty Truck Market Shows Signs Of Stabilization

Watch our video to learn how changes in used heavy-duty truck inventory and asking prices are starting to show signs of stabilization.

White-Label VIP: Initiate Sales From Your Website With Free Equipment Valuations

Value Insight Portal (VIP) is a mobile-friendly valuation hub that helps users price assets correctly for acquisitions, liquidations, trades, and more.

Evaluate The Effectiveness Of Online Advertising With The WebStats App

WebStats, available in the Sandhills Cloud, provides metrics on all aspects of your digital advertising, enabling a comprehensive evaluation of your online reach and strategic planning for future ads.

Bulk Equipment’s New Website Showcases Products & Services

Read our post to learn how a Sandhills-hosted website has helped Bulk Equipment attract new customers.

Create Showrooms For Your Brands & New Equipment On Your Hosted Website

Promote new equipment and the brands you carry with showrooms on your Sandhills-hosted website, and stock them with the Showroom Manager app.

Hosted Mobile Apps Put Your Inventory In Your Customers’ Pockets

Make it easy for customers to shop and bid from their phones with a Sandhills-hosted mobile app customized to your brand and inventory.

Inventory Levels Decreased In December Across Most Markets As Dealers Faced Slower Year-End Sales

According to the new Sandhills Global market reports, inventory levels declined in December as dealers sought to close end-of-year sales.

What’s New At Sandhills Global

Read about new and updated tools and features for dealers, auctioneers, bidders, and buyers using AuctionTime, Fast Track Iron, Activate OS, and more.

Make Light Work Out Of Heavy-Haul Transport With FR8Star

FR8Star offers buyers free access to shipping quotes from a network of over 20,000 vetted transportation professionals, qualified to handle oversized, overweight, and complex loads in the United States, Canada, and internationally.

2026 North American Truck & Trailer Shows

Whether you’re in the market to buy or sell new or used trucks and trailers, explore the latest technologies and innovations, or stay up to date on shifting market trends, there’s an industry event on this year’s calendar for you.

Value Insight Portal Is Your Starting Point For Every Sale & Acquisition

Sandhills Global’s Value Insight Portal (VIP) is the secret to making informed decisions on pricing, acquisitions, liquidations, and trades.

Make Data-Driven Decisions With Sandhills Global’s Monthly Market Reports

Sandhills market reports draw on a vast pool of current and historical equipment sales data from Sandhills’ farm machinery, construction equipment, and truck and trailer platforms.

Auction Values: Use Real-World Auction Results To Your Advantage

AuctionValues.com delivers a continuously updated database of auction results for farm equipment, heavy construction machinery, trucks, trailers, RVs, livestock, attachments, parts, components, and other assets.

Boost Your Online Presence With Hosted Services From Sandhills

Sandhills-hosted websites provide a professional online presence for businesses, offering options to customize the site to suit your business needs.

Simplify Your Business Operations With The Sandhills Cloud

The Sandhills Cloud is a suite of tools and resources for connecting buyers and sellers in the agriculture, construction, trucking, and aviation industries, and for simplifying processes that occur before, during, and after sales.