S.14 Last Mile & Vocational Vehicles Study Group

Objective: To promote the effective design and maintenance of last mile, small- and mid-size commercial vehicles and component systems, as well as vocational/specialty trucks.

Scope: To study the malfunctions, deficiencies, and failures of light- and medium-duty vehicles and to make recommendations based on these findings. The Study Group shall also provide a forum for users of Class 2-6 and vocational/specialty vehicles and manufacturers which shall assist in the effective specification and manufacture of such vehicles. The Study Group shall also conduct surveys, collect data, and monitor testing programs and research of affiliated industry groups in order to develop suitable Recommended Practices which fleet equipment users and manufacturers can follow.