Hard Working Trucks Staff (HWT)TrucksAnheuser-Busch deploying largest fleet of electric trucks in North AmericaYour next Bud may be coming by electric truck sooner than you think. Anheuser-Busch, BYD (Build Your Dreams), the Center for Transportation and the Environment (CTE), and ENGIE Services U.S. (ENGIE) announced that Anheuser-Busch will be deploying 21 BYD battery electric trucks in their California fleet as part of a state project to showcase economically and […]October 23, 2019TrucksTruck sales in September break 13 year recordPreliminary U.S. Class 8 truck retail sales totaled 28,200 units last month, according to FTR – 4% higher than the previous record from December 2006. Sales were up 20% month-over-month and 20% year-over-year with all OEMs reporting robust activity for the month. Sales had been strong for the previous five months and September was expected to be […]October 16, 2019TrucksPeterbilt delivers its first Model 220EV to Frito-LayToday Peterbilt Motors Company announced the delivery of the first Peterbilt Model 220EV to Frito-Lay. Six battery electric Model 220EV medium-duty trucks will be used by PepsiCo’s Frito-Lay division as part of its Modesto, California, Zero- and Near Zero-Emission Freight Facility Project (ZANZEFF) announced on October 3. “Peterbilt continues to lead the charge in electric […]October 16, 2019TrucksWabco collision mitigation tech going on Altec trucksWabco announced this week an agreement to provide Altec with its advanced emergency braking system. Altec is among the first Truck Equipment Manufacturers (TEM) to offer medium-duty vocational trucks equipped with Wabco’s OnGuardACTIVE in the U.S. OnGuardACTIVE is a radar-based active safety system that offers collision mitigation and adaptive cruise control (ACC). “This agreement with […]October 9, 2019Class 3-6Hellwig launches rear sway bar for 2019 Mercedes Sprinter 3500Hellwig Products has released an upgraded rear sway bar for the 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 that’s designed to improve handling dynamics and driver control during daily commuting, towing and hauling. “While the new Sprinter is very capable, it comes equipped from the factory with undersized sway bars, causing the van to have decreased steering control […]October 8, 2019ProductsBig Tex unveil Ultral Low Profile Dump TrailerBig Tex Trailers unveiled another addition to its dump trailer lineup, the 16LP Super-Duty Ultra Low Profile Dump Trailer The model is available in 14’ and 16’ lengths, with a GVWR of 17,500 pounds. “We’re pleased to add the 16LP to our industry-leading dump trailer lineup,” said Big Tex Vice President of Sales Johnathan Bradley. […]September 17, 2019ProductsROVI launches affordable, HD dash cam with accident detectionROVI recently announced its GPS Dashcam PRIME which is geared at offering high-tech features at an affordable price. Designed for both vehicle security and go-anywhere video recording, the ROVI GPS Dashcam PRIME is designed for easy installation and provides instant access to recorded HD video shot during the day or night. The ROVI GPS Dashcam […]September 17, 2019Class 3-6Ford & SEA Electric building electric F-59SEA Electric announced that its first electric Ford F-59 van is in production at Ford’s Detroit Chassis Plant in Detroit. The F-59 EV chassis will be paired up with a Morgan Olson Walk-in Van body and is expected to go to work with a leading package delivery company this fall in the greater Detroit area. “This […]September 10, 2019ProductsOptronics launches new line of LED warning & beacon lampsOptronics International recently announced the introduction of a new family of LED warning and beacon lamps. The lamps employ a solid-state, surface-mount device (SMD) design that protects their electronics against moisture, shock and vibration. An industry first, these warning and beacon lamps come with Optronics’ exclusive no-hassle, one-diode lifetime warranty protection, which will replace any […]September 4, 2019Products2017-2020 midsize GM pickups get big boost from Edelbrock superchargerEdelbrock announced the availability of a supercharger kit for 2017-2020 Chevy Colorado and GMC Canyon vehicles equipped with second-generation HFV6 engines. The supercharger provides a 24 percent boost in horsepower, allowing for enhanced performance off the line and an improved towing ability, Edlebrock reports. This bolt-on supercharger kit is designed to fit under the stock […]September 4, 2019Previous PagePage 19 of 145Next PageTop StoriesBusinessMarten Transport CEO stepping down, Randy Marten to returnRandy Marten previously served as Chief Executive Officer from January 2005 to May 2021, and President from June 1986 to June 2008.RegulationsU.S. 'pausing' work visas for commercial truck driversBusinessLandstar seeking potential Mexico exitBusinessC.R. England backs massive rail mergerFeatured SponsorCargo theft is on the rise. Learn strategies to protect your trucks, trailers and freight.
