UNION CITY, IN – Workhorse Custom Chassis is in the process of revitalizing the market for walk-in trucks, according to Jay Sandler, Workhorse vice president of commercial product. Since its acquisition by International Truck and Engine Corporation in 2005, Workhorse “has developed a new laser focus with our truck products and marketing,” Sandler said. According to Sandler, there has been a recent surge in walk-in sales the last two years, which can be attributed to an increase in parcel delivery vehicles, as more people are shopping through the Internet, the Home Shopping Network, and other sources. He said that trend should keep fleets expanding for several years, and for multiple stops over short distances, the walk-in truck is the perfect vehicle. Workhorse has expanded its product offerings for walk-in users in terms of powerplants and truck capacity. In 2005 Workhorse revamped its mainstay chassis with significant ride, handling and performance improvements in its new W42 truck platform. Underneath the familiar skin, the walk-in was a new truck, similar to other new trucks. Also of significance, the W42 came with a choice of a gas or diesel engine.