We’ve crunched the numbers and discovered that during the fall it’s a seller’s market for skid steer and wheel loaders, closed and refrigerated vans, and tow trucks (aka wreckers). Buyers are ready and waiting to invest in these vehicles, so it’s a great opportunity to sell now while demand is high. Fall as buying season […]
Sure, everybody likes a shiny new vehicle. And sometimes, buying new heavy machinery makes sense. Worldwide, the construction industry generates approximately $192 billion annually, and is showing no signs of slowing down. But oftentimes, when you crunch the numbers, it’s usually a smarter choice to buy used. Hard depreciation means that new heavy industry vehicles […]
The Tradus Market Value tool (TMV) just got even better. Now you can compare prices across six more categories, making it easier to determine whether you’re getting – or offering – a good deal on your vehicle or equipment. Also, don’t forget that TMV doesn’t have the final word – you and the seller do! […]
Excavators are the most important part of many construction equipment fleets and used for a wide array of building work, including roadside repairs, landscaping and mining. Available in all sizes, they range from mini excavators weighing less than seven metric tons to large models that start out at 45 metric tons. Some excavators come on […]
Refrigerated vehicles play a key role in the global food supply chain. Before the birth of modern cooling technology in the 1920s, much of the produce grown on farms couldn’t be transported more than 75 kilometers without spoiling. But once mobile refrigeration was pioneered (by the ice cream industry, naturally), the ability to move food […]
With the Tradus app, you can buy used vehicles and heavy machinery using your smartphone. Equipped with a powerful search feature, the app has filters that let you quickly find what you’re looking for, so you don’t have to spend hours hunting for the right van, truck or forklift. Contacting sellers through the app is […]
How much water do we use? Roughly 40% of the world’s food comes from fully irrigated farmland and 69% of all freshwater withdrawal is used up by the agriculture industry. This amount is set to rise 19% by 2050 – that’s the equivalent of 3,500,000 Olympic swimming pools. With global warming increasing evapotranspiration levels, feeding […]
Are you looking to get a second-hand vehicle while sticking to a budget? You’re not alone – in the wake of the coronavirus (COVID-19), many people are focused on saving money and it’s making competitively-priced tractors, trucks and vans increasingly popular. Tradus has plenty of deals available, making it the perfect place to find something […]
Material handling equipment is used to move goods around big buildings (like factories and warehouses) and transport items between buildings and vehicles. Chances are, every time you order something online, at least one piece of material handling equipment – like a forklift or narrow aisle truck – plays a major role in getting it to […]
Tractors are always a hot commodity on Tradus. Before buying or selling one, take a few minutes to learn about some of the most popular brands and gain valuable insights into what buyers are looking for, and which models are preferred by experienced agriculture professionals. John Deere is a tried and trusted favorite Since 1837, […]