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GM says Ford blew it with aluminum F-150

GM says better business sense propelled the automaker past Ford's 2015 truck sales.

January 14, 2016

GM says better business planning enabled it to leave Ford behind in truck sales for 2015.

Oops! Titan Warrior’s reveal fail proves memorable

Titan Warrior was well-received, but it's veil wasn't during this week's Detroit Auto Show.

January 14, 2016

Titan Warrior won a tug of war contest–at least briefly–with a stage hand this week at the Detroit Auto Show. The truck’s reveal cover is shown here stuck on the corner of the truck bed.

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Jeep announces pickup for 2018

Jeep confirmed this week at the Detroit Auto Show that its storied lineup will once again include a pickup.

January 13, 2016

Jeep broke their silence this week at the Detroit Auto Show and announced that the company will be producing a pickup based on the next generation Wrangler. Pictured above is a 2013 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited that’s been converted to a pickup using Jeep’s JK-8 body conversion kit.

Big rigs race on dirt Down Under

Big rig dirt track racing may take off at a track in New Zealand, but the sport has more or less run its course in the U.S.

January 12, 2016

Big rigs took to a dirt track over the weekend in New Zealand, stirring up some fun for race fans. The sport has had mixed receptions in the U.S. over the past 40 years.

Thieves targeting trucks for catalytic converters

The higher ground clearance under most trucks invites thieves to slide under, steal and cash-in on the pricey exhaust filters at metal recycling yards.

January 12, 2016

Catalytic converters are more frequently stolen from trucks than any other vehicles. Steps can be taken to prevent it. Pictured above is a catalytic converter alarm system from Cat Strap.

Mack employee retiring after nearly 60 years

Don Schumaker defines company loyalty. After working for nearly 60 years for Mack Trucks, he's decided to call it quits--sort of.

January 11, 2016

After nearly 60 years of service to Mack Trucks, Don Schumaker says he’s ready to retire. Here he’s pictured in his final role as Mack Museum curator emeritus. Behind him is Evel Knievel’s 1974 Mack FS786LST.

Titan XD’s big brother Titan Warrior debuts in Detroit

While Nissan's Titan Warrior concept pickup is larger and more performance driven than the Titan XD, its larger goal is to show just how committed Nissan is to gaining more traction in the competitive pickup market.

January 11, 2016

Nissan’s Titan Warrior concept pickup, big brother to the Titan XD, turned heads today at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit.

New Doosan generators are quieter, more fuel-efficient

Customer suggestions motivated engineers at Doosan Portable Power to create three new generators that are more fuel efficient, quieter and have longer run times.

January 8, 2016

Doosan Portable Power’s latest generators, based on customer input, offer improved fuel efficiency, quieter operation and extended run times.

Bi-fuel conversions approved for heavy duty Ford, GM engines

Alliance Autogas reports that the EPA has granted them multiple certifications allowing them to convert heavy duty Ford and GM engines to autogas.

January 8, 2016

Alliance Autogas reports receiving multiple heavy duty engine certifications from the EPA for Ford and GM autogas conversions.

High-tech program identifies overweight trucks

State legislators in Indiana may enact a new ticketing procedure following the results of a high-tech pilot program that will identify overweight trucks on Interstate 94.

January 7, 2016

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Mack approves renewable diesel

Mack Trucks approved the use of renewable diesel today citing benefits to the environment as well improved performance characteristics compared to other alternative fuels.

January 7, 2016

Mack Trucks announced today that they’ve approved renewable diesel for use in all of their diesel engines.

Cummins engines get EPA 2017 approval

Tougher federal emissions regulations have pushed Cummins to develop more fuel-efficient engines that do not sacrifice performance.

January 7, 2016

Cummins 2016 ISX15 diesel engine has increased fuel economy following the company’s compliance with stricter federal emissions requirements.

Trucks still crashing into the same bridge

No sensors, signs or flashing lights have stopped over 100 truck drivers since 2008 from colliding with a low-hanging train trestle in Durham, N.C.

January 6, 2016

Warning signs, sensors, flashing lights and even the embarrassment of an online video appearance have done nothing to stop dozens of drivers from slamming their trucks into a low-hanging train trestle in Durham, N.C.

Freightliner lays off nearly 1,000 workers

In anticipation of weak truck sales for 2016, Freightliner issued layoff notices Monday to 936 workers, or roughly one-third of its workforce at its truck plant in Cleveland, N.C.

January 5, 2016

Frieghtliner’s largest truck plant in the U.S., located in Cleveland, N.C., issued layoff notices Monday to 936 employees, or one-third of its workforce.

Ford’s SYNC system expanding

Ford's SYNC system is expanding to allow more smartphone options.

January 4, 2016

Ford’s SYNC 3 increases smartphone connectivity allowing easier and safer access to popular apps via steering wheel controls and touch screen.

Iowa utility acquires more hybrid service trucks

After acquiring its first hybrid service truck in November, Iowa-based MidAmerican Energy announced this week that it's added seven more of the trucks to its fleet which will further reduce emissions and engine noise.

January 3, 2016

MidAmerican Energy, Iowa’s largest utility company, has added seven more hybrid service trucks to its fleet.

Test drive: 2016 Isuzu NRR

Isuzu’s trucks are known for their practicality, but there’s plenty of brawn behind the minimalistic design. Take, for example, the NRR – the Class 5 heavyweight in Isuzu’s commercial lineup. With a GVWR of 19,500, the NRR is the beefiest of Isuzu’s cabovers, and with capability to accommodate a 24-foot body and a payload allowance of nearly […]

January 3, 2016

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Natural gas draws criticism, praise

Natural gas proponents remain at odds with critics who contend that the alternative fuel poses a much greater emissions risk than conventional fuel.

January 1, 2016

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Truckload market recovery slows amid freight volatility

Excess capacity, soft demand and shifting trade dynamics are keeping growth uneven, despite the truckload market showing signs of improvement.

Trump’s emissions rollback: What motor carriers & private fleets must know

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Trucking industry faces mixed signals as tariffs, soft freight, and surplus trucks cloud outlook

The Tesla electric Semi logged 4,494 miles, averaging 321 miles per day with an overall energy efficiency of 1.55 kWh per mile over a three-week test with ABF Freight.

ABF Freight: Tesla Semi 'generally matched' diesel trucks in 3-week pilot

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