FROM START TO FINISH: WHY WE DON’T OUTSOURCE ANYTHING (AND WHY THAT’S A GOOD THING FOR YOU)

Ever wondered what happens behind the scenes at a company like Trucksmith? A lot, actually. And one of the most important things we do is keep everything in-house.

Now, you might think, “Don’t most companies outsource stuff these days?” Sure, they do. But we’ve found that the best way to build the best vehicles is to have total control over every single step.

Think of it like cooking. You can buy pre-made sauce, pre-cut veggies, and frozen pasta, but it’s never going to taste as good as when you make it all from scratch. You know exactly what went into it, and you can tweak every little detail to make it perfect.

That’s exactly how we approach commercial vehicle bodybuilding.

 

The Control Freak in All of Us

 

When we say “everything in-house,” we mean everything. The process starts with a sheet of metal, and we handle it all the way to a finished, road-ready vehicle. Our team of experts takes on every task, from the intricate art of laser cutting to the meticulous craftsmanship of glass fiber and composite panel production.

This isn’t just about being stubborn—it’s about being a control freak in the best possible way. This hands-on approach means:

  • No compromises on quality: We set our own standards, and they’re high. When we’re in control of every weld, every cut, and every composite panel, we can guarantee it meets our rigorous quality checks. We don’t have to cross our fingers and hope a third-party supplier got it right.
  • A seamless process: Outsourcing can cause delays and communication headaches. By keeping it all under one roof, we ensure a smooth, efficient workflow. This means we can deliver your vehicle on time and without any nasty surprises.
  • Full transparency: You know exactly who is building your vehicle—us. And we’re proud of it. We can tell you what materials we used, how we processed them, and why we made every single decision.

 

The Little Things that Make a Big Difference

 

Our ability to do everything in-house allows us to focus on the details that truly matter. We can:

  • Respond quickly to design changes: If a customer wants a tweak or we discover a better way to do something, we can implement it immediately. No waiting for an external supplier to catch up.
  • Innovate faster: When our engineers come up with a brilliant idea for a new component or a better way to make something lighter, we don’t have to shop around for a manufacturer. We just walk over to the next department and start building it.
  • Tailor everything to your needs: This hands-on approach makes it easier for us to create truly bespoke solutions. We can customize every aspect of your vehicle, from the frame to the fittings, because we aren’t limited by what a third-party can or can’t do.

Ultimately, our in-house approach is about trust. You trust us with your business, and we want to deliver a vehicle that proves that trust was well-placed. When we do everything ourselves, we can guarantee the quality, control the timeline, and deliver a final product that we’re genuinely proud to put our name on.

Ready for a vehicle built with total control and a whole lot of pride? Contact us today to discuss your next project.

 

Emma.Trebble
Emma.Trebble