Hard Working Trucks Staff (HWT)TrucksFirst look: Volvo’s fully electric FL and FE modelsSeveral weeks after Volvo Trucks debuted its first two electric trucks for the European trade press in Sweden, it was the North American journalists’ turn to experience the company’s new fully electric FL and FE models. And it’s appropriate that European media had the first turn, since these trucks undoubtedly will find a home in […]June 21, 2018ProductsPurePower launches aftermarket turbo for 6.6-liter dieselPurePower Technologies has launched a 6.6-liter diesel turbo designed specifically for the aftermarket. PurePower offers assembly, remanufacturing and 100 percent end-of-line testing for high-volume, high quality turbos for light-, medium- and heavy-duty diesel truck engines, having recently invested significant capital in reman turbo production capabilities. “The launch of the 6.6-liter diesel reman turbo expands our […]June 20, 2018Class 3-6Oregon fleet reporting substantial fuel savings, lower emissions with XL hybrid vansRogue Valley Transportation District in Oregon announced that six XL hybrid-electric (HEV) passenger vans that it recently acquired are already providing impressive fuel savings when compared to the fleet’s conventional vans. Rogue Valley reported that its XL Ford Transit vans are seeing more than a 25 percent increase in MPG over their conventional Transit vans. […]June 20, 2018TrucksVolkswagen, Ford consider partnership that includes commercial vehicle developmentVolkswagen AG and Ford Motor Company announced today that they are exploring a strategic alliance designed to strengthen each company’s competitiveness and better serve customers globally. The companies are exploring potential projects across a number of areas, including developing a range of commercial vehicles together to better serve the evolving needs of customers. The potential […]June 19, 2018VocationalAllison transmissions available as options on International RH, LTNavistar said Monday it is making the Allison TC10 transmission available as an option on International LT Series and the Allison 3000 Highway Series for RH Series spec’d with a Cummins X15 engine. Unlike manual or automated manual transmissions, Allison transmissions use a torque converter to enable smoother, faster and more efficient acceleration. Additionally, there is no dry mechanical clutch that […]June 18, 2018TrucksOnCommand Connection telematics now standard on on-highway International trucksInternational Trucks announced that effective immediately, all new on-highway International trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada will be equipped with an OnCommand Connection telematics device with two free years of service included. The OnCommand Connection device integrates a cellular-enabled hardware platform with a range of technology solutions, including telematics and the OnCommand Connection Advanced Remote Diagnostics platform. […]June 17, 2018Class 3-6Lightning Electric announces 150-mile electric Ford TransitLightning Systems recently announced that its electric Ford Transit product line will expand to include a 150-mile version. The Colorado-based company currently offers 50- and 100-mile variants. “The new 150-mile Lightning Electric Ford Transit provides an answer for our customers who need more range for longer cargo and shuttle routes,” said Lightning Systems CEO Tim […]June 13, 2018TrucksFedEx North America receives its first fuel cell electric delivery vanFedEx recently took delivery of its first North American fuel cell electric delivery van from Plug Power and Workhorse Group. The class 5 zero emission EGEN delivery van, which was built by Workhorse and charged by a Plug Power ProGen hydrogen engine, is currently in service at the FedEx facility in Menands, NY. “FedEx is committed to […]June 12, 2018TrucksLandi Renzo gets CARB certification for Ford E-350/450Landi Renzo announced this week that it earned CARB certification for the Ford E-350/450 6.2-liter compressed natural gas (CNG) engine. “This is the only OEM/Qualified Vehicle Modifier (QVM) recognized product available in the market and demonstrates Landi Renzo USA’s commitment to expanding our CNG product offerings,” Landi Renzo reported in its press release. This certification […]June 12, 2018ProductsNew Sumitomo all-position ST719 tire now availableTBC Brands announced the launch of its new Sumitomo ST719 all position tire for metro and regional applications. The ST719 utilizes the tread design of the premium steer ST719SE and is designed to provide increased tire life, traction and performance at an economical price. The ST719 features advanced design elements including high wear performance tread […]June 12, 2018Previous PagePage 46 of 145Next PageTop StoriesBusinessLandstar seeking potential Mexico exitLandstar is seeking to sell or dispose of Mexican subsidiary Landstar Metro.BusinessC.R. England backs massive rail mergerBusinessWhat does the Werner case mean for the future of nuclear verdicts?MaintenanceEPA asks truck OEMs to end 5 mph engine derate for aftertreatment woesFeatured SponsorCargo theft is on the rise. Learn strategies to protect your trucks, trailers and freight.
