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Top 5 Must-Have Features for Your Custom Food Truck in 2024

Ernie Wong • Jun 18, 2024

Having the right features in your custom food truck is essential for a growing business, and we are here to help!


If you’re looking to buy a new food truck or upgrade your existing food truck, here are a few tips and tricks to help you make the best decision and maximize your investment in 2024.

1. Updated Kitchen Equipment

Make sure you have the best kitchen equipment to get the job done right. Make sure you design your food truck with a layout that will house this equipment efficiently. The heart of any food truck is its kitchen, so equip it well!

2. Proper Ventilation

Safety is key when it comes to cooking in a van. Smaller spaces are more hazardous than anything and can quickly become a danger zone. 


Here are a few things to consider when looking for great ventilation in your food truck:



  • Install a powerful ventilation system to manage smoke, steam, and various odors.
  • Bring in a fire suppression system to quickly take care of any fires that break out.
  • Place carbon monoxide and smoke detectors inside your truck to keep the air fresh.

3. Modern Point Of Sale (POS) System

In today’s society, not everyone carries cash around. While most small businesses already have a POS system installed, make sure yours is up-to-date and easy to use! Customers will want to use Apple Pay with their phone, so make sure your POS system has that kind of access. 

4. Climate Control

Maintaining a comfortable temperature inside the food truck is crucial for both customers and staff, especially during extreme weather conditions. Make sure you have an HVAC system installed, insulation, and various ventilation systems.

5. Unique Exterior Design Elements

While it is important to make sure the interior of your food truck is safe and reliable, the outside should be intriguing! Your food truck's exterior is your first chance to make a lasting impression on potential customers, so make it sure it tells your brand’s story.

Shanghai Mobile Kitchen Solutions has over 40 years of experience in mobile kitchens, food trucks, and custom stainless fabrication. If you want to get your existing food truck back on the road or build a brand-new truck from scratch, we’re here to make it happen!


Contact us today.

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