Glossary Terms

The mechanism by which power is transmitted from an engine to the wheels of a motor vehicle. Code Description 4M 4 Speed Manual 5M 5 Speed Manual 6M 6 Speed Manual A Automatic

A user-defined value that deducts value from retail at the time of trade-in before reconditioning and/or repairs, or any necessary activity to present a truck for retail resell.

Usually found on flat bed trailers, the deck is steel in place of wood. This typically reduces the value of a trailer.

Refers to a trailer that rides on one axle.

Referring to the location of the doors mounted on the side of a trailer and is in addition to those at the rear. They are also called “curb” side or “road” side door.

A guide to the probable amount a standard “as advertised” model will bring on the open market. Sold as a single unit by a dealer usually engaged in the truck business to a purchaser [...]

A user-defined value that adds value over the current retail value, such as an advertised selling price.

A trailer that is shorter than average. A pup trailer usually is between 26′ and 32′ long and has a single axle. Also refers to a short trailer called a pull trailer that has an [...]

A short trailer with an extended tongue or gooseneck that couples to a pintle hook.

A large body tank trailer that empties via a pump and forced air. Primarily used for products like cement, flour, plastic pellets, etc.