DanCo
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Just saw this on FB.
She's easy on the eyes too.
Dan
She's easy on the eyes too.
Dan
Gearwrench trucks
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panknuckshovel
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I know more than likely it isnt at it is probably the way she is holding it, but that box end looks like a ratcheting type.
It probably is a ratcheting wrench. They have those non reversible ratcheting wrenches in some pretty big size offerings.
Yes, we do! Bang for the buck, GW is awesome stuff.
No one is forcing you to buy from them
panknuckshovel
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Shhh
But then they would be considered a truck brand and used value would probably go up. 
Don't forget Proto
Brownsfan
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Wonder if it will just be all Gearwrench? Or Armstrong mixed in along with other Apex brands. What about all the other tool truck guys selling gearwrench? I know my snap on guy sells gearwrench in his truck. If a Gearwrench truck starts showing up on his route that would ****. I would be pretty mad if that was me.
quattroJoe
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Cute girl holding a large tool, plus the "You're gonna need a bigger box" on the back of the truck... Too easy! The jokes write themselves!
But yeah, I'd pay a dollar for that [emoji6]
But yeah, I'd pay a dollar for that [emoji6]
Yes, we do! Bang for the buck, GW is awesome stuff.
No one is forcing you to buy from them
I suspect the "Bang for the buck" flew out the window once the product line was loaded on a truck. I wish them the best, but i think it will be hard to compete with the likes of tooltopia, amazon and such. Anyone ever actually look at Gearwrench retail prices?
Deafautotech
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Yeah I do seen some price varies but problems is I don't see many techs who would just fork a cash to pay for it since many techs I has seen are just try to make a payments. They just can't afford to pay once. Sometime it had forced me to buy that my work can't pay or need find out so I just pay for it and use it but it is MINE!
Wamsutta
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Looks like a European style tool truck.
Marvelicious
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Those tool trucks are like crack dealers pulling up to inpatient rehab clinics... it's just too easy! Then again, at the end of the year a guy can just get a printout of his bill for the year and hand it to his tax person. I wish I worked in an industry where I could write off my hand tools.
ihateminimumwage
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The tool trucks go after the impulse buyers. If everyone was internet savvy in tool purchases, there would be a lot more techs using Williams (Snap-On & Blue Point), Proto (MAC), and Armstrong/KD/GW/Knipex/Wiha/IR/etc (Matco) over paying the inflated cost for a logo and a truck to pull up.
I hope them the best with the trucks, I won't argue with having to warranty GW tools on a truck vs through the mail.
I bet the truck is more promotional than anything else. Something that pulls up to an Advance Auto on a Saturday to show off their stuff. I doubt they will have a given route in any area.
countryroad82
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Field Marketing Specialist- Entry Level
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Tracking and reporting activities on a monthly basis to the Automotive Leadership Team
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Ability to communicate with all levels within and external to the organization.
Solid computer skills (Excel, Word, Power Point)
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This is an exciting opportunity to begin a career in sales with a premier tool manufacturer!
The Field Marketing Specialist is responsible for developing growth and improving brand awareness in the company’s Automotive Division by calling on Mobile Tool and Equipment dealers and Wholesalers throughout the country.
In this role, you would be assigned a company van to visit customers and demonstrate & promote new products to Mobile Tools Dealers and Auto Parts Stores that sell Apex Tool Group products, specifically GearWrench.
This position requires travel (60%) to regions throughout the US but will be based at our Global Headquarters in Baltimore. Candidates must be open to the possibility of relocation.
Primary duties include:
Developing strong relationships with the local Warehouse Distributor, Mobile Tool Dealers and End Users
Conducting technical, sales and product trainings/demonstrations, and conversions Establishing GearWrench as the dominant brand on Mobile Tool Trucks, promoting and ensuring an effective sales mix on the trucks.
Monitor progress and suggest corrective efforts to gain maximum share of sales off the trucks.
Developing the technical expertise necessary to demonstrate and sell GearWrench and other selective ATG products within the Automotive market.
Developing field intelligence on competitor’s activities and new product developments
Working collaboratively with both ATG and Wholesale Distributor Sales Reps on joint sales activity
Tracking and reporting activities on a monthly basis to the Automotive Leadership Team
Job Requirements
As a Mobile Tool Specialist, you must be resourceful and self-confident, flexible and a resilient attitude.
You must have the desire and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
It is also important that you have exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to easily build trust credibility to influence and drive approval from stakeholders at various levels.
Qualifications:
Bachelor Degree in Business / Marketing / Sales preferred
1 to 2 years sales (preferred)
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to excel in a team environment
Ability to communicate with all levels within and external to the organization.
Solid computer skills (Excel, Word, Power Point)
http://www.linkedin.com/jobs2/view/11486631
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I Agree Whole Heartedly that a Payment plan can and does influence purchases, but If these GW trucks price there stuff anywhere near retail I think they will be hard pressed to compete with SO, Mac, Matco and the elusive Cornwell trucks. I suspect if you ask a Tech if he would rather give $50 bucks a week for a Snap on Tools or a GW Tools, The answers would be one sided.
It will be interesting, I wonder how many of these truck dealers will handle off the street, Advance auto/Ebay purchased warranty claims. I "Suspect" Initially they will do everything in there power to appease the Customer but as cliental builds it will fade for off the street customers. And Then..... Gw will be the Devil just like the Rest of the Guys out there just trying to make a living and protect there investment.
panknuckshovel
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Reading the first half of this. it almost sounds as if these trucks are going to meet up or service the other tool trucks.
it is. my old employer purchased a 1-7/8 and a 2-1/4 ratcheting box end wrenches for us to make a few of our jobs a bit easier. both gearwrench.