Availability is another major factor. Perhaps there is an item you like but it is sold in San Diego California and you are in need of that item, but you’re in Boston Massachusetts. Well you might say that should not be an issue in this day of internet commerce and overnight shipping. Now what if you live in Des Moines Iowa and are scheduled to run to Tallahassee Tennessee?
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Well let’s just hope the needed truck part isn’t mandatory or something major. Now of course you might be asking what could possibly create such a silly scenario. What if you purchased specialty rims and one of your tires went flat? -And while AAA was assisting that wheel rolled downhill into the inner harbor, sinking to the bottom, never to be seen again.
Ok, that might be extreme. But the point is there. Of course, many truckers and trucking companies have contracts with stores to get what they need and when they need it 24/7. Some have regular accounts with the service providers while others have special agreements. However, there are still those times when you might need something. I am speaking about a major mechanical overhaul or something that serious. Just in general, items that you can pick up from any truck parts store.
