Hard Working Trucks Staff (HWT)Class 3-6Work Truck Show announces schedule info and more for this year’s showThe Association for the Work Truck Industry announced more information this week about Work Truck Week 2021 (WTW21), a new online event for the commercial vehicle industry March 8–12, 2021. WTW21 will include exclusive product updates from work truck OEMs, industry-specific educational sessions, opportunities to connect with leading manufacturers and suppliers, and a media day. Participating companies will share the latest information on work trucks, equipment […]January 20, 2021VocationalCM Truck Beds unveils new Gen 2 SB Service BodyCM Truck Beds announced its new Gen 2 SB Service Body this week. Building on the legacy of its popular SB model, CM added several upgrades to make the new SB even better suited to users’ needs. “We’re pleased to debut the next generation of our hardworking service body model: The Gen 2 SB,” said […]January 13, 2021VocationalFord recalls E-Series vehicles with 7.3-liter V8Ford has recalled select 2021 Ford E-Series vehicles equipped with its new 7.3-liter V8 over concerns of thermal management. Affected vehicles may contain mispositioned insulation on the underside of the engine cover that does not fully extend to the perimeter as intended. As a result, heat from the engine compartment can cause elevated temperatures on […]December 30, 2020VocationalNikola, Republic call-off refuse truck dealNikola announced today that Nikola and Republic Services have discontinued their collaboration on refuse truck development. The goal of the collaboration was to design and build an industry-first fully integrated refuse truck based on a zero-emissions battery-electric drive platform and body while also integrating multiple new systems. After considerable collaboration and review, both companies determined […]December 23, 2020Alternative powerXL Fleet rolling out hybrid Ford F-550XL Fleet announced that it has stepped up to meet growing demand for electrified powertrains by adding a hybrid electric drive system for the Class 5 Ford F-550 Super Duty chassis. The new system was developed and brought to market within six months, according to XL, to meet increased calls for the electrified F-550 chassis […]December 23, 2020Class 3-6Western Star, Ford Transit Connect and Mercedes Sprinter among recent NHTSA recallsThe following safety recalls were issued recently by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA): Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Western Star 4700 and 4900 and Freightliner Coronado, 108SD and 114SD vehicles. The vehicle certification label contains incorrect information, stating a Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) that exceeds the tire capacity rating. […]December 16, 2020Class 3-6Walmart adding more autonomous vehicles with longer routesWalmart is stepping up its commitment to autonomous deliveries by taking on temperature-controlled AVs. Walmart announced this week that following a successful pilot with AV middle-mile specialists Gatik, they’re taking their next step forward with Gatik’s self-driving box trucks which are built on Ford Transit chassis cabs. “When we begin incorporating driverless Box Trucks into […]December 16, 2020ProductsOptronix launches new combo ID light bar and utility lightOptronics International announced the introduction of its new MCL80RCB LED Combination ID Light Bar & Utility Light this week. The new lamp enables a vehicle’s light bar to serve double-duty as a utility and scene light in either a high or low mount. With a mounting position high on the back of a vehicle, the […]December 9, 2020VocationalLandi Renzo gets CARB certification for nat gas 7.3-liter Ford V8Landi Renzo announced that it received California Air Resources Board (CARB) Certification for the heavy-duty Ford compressed natural gas/renewable natural gas 7.3-liter engine, which covers Class 4-7 vehicles. “This accomplishment is a key milestone for clean transportation in the trucking industry,” said Andrea Landi, president of Landi Renzo USA. “It is an ecomobility revolution.” The […]November 25, 2020TrucksDHL rolling out electric cabovers in CaliforniaCabovers aren’t exactly enjoying a huge resurgence in the United States, but if you’re in the Los Angeles area anytime soon you may see a few thanks to DHL and BYD Motors. DHL, the world’s leading international express services provider, announced another step forward in its emissions reduction and climate protection goals with the launch […]November 25, 2020Previous PagePage 10 of 145Next PageTop StoriesBusinessKandel Transport acquired by Nagle CompaniesThe now-combined Ohio-based reefer fleet features 115 tractors and 200 trailers.BusinessMarten Transport CEO stepping down, Randy Marten to returnRegulationsU.S. 'pausing' work visas for commercial truck driversBusinessLandstar seeking potential Mexico exitFeatured SponsorCargo theft is on the rise. Learn strategies to protect your trucks, trailers and freight.
