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Detroit bringing new MD engine line to U.S.
Daimler Truck-owned Detriot announced Friday it would invest $375 million in its Redford, Mich., plant to facilitiate production of the company’s new DD5 and DD8 medium-duty engines. The principle leaders of Daimler Trucks, along with former Detroit Diesel owner Roger Penske, fielded questions from the media Friday following the North American launch of the company’s […]
November 22, 2015
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Renewable diesel attracting more fleets
Renewable diesel continues to attract more fleets during the nation's race to meet requirements of the U.S. Clean Air Act.
November 19, 2015
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Peterbilt putting rollover protection in its seats
Peterbilt Model 579 and Model 567 are now in production with the RollTek protection system integrated in its premium Atlas II driver seats. “The RollTek safety system helps protect drivers in the event of a rollover,” says Scott Newhouse, Peterbilt chief engineer. “A sensor located under the seat constantly monitors the angular position of the vehicle and […]
November 19, 2015
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Cummins Westport recall effects Mack and Navistar trucks
Cummins Westport issued a recall that will begin on Nov. 20 for certain ISL G engines found in some Mack and Navistar medium duty trucks, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
November 19, 2015
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Mitsubishi Fuso Truck provides interactive warranty full of benefits
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America is now offering an online, interactive warranty that includes a wide-range of benefits, including 24/7 roadside assistance.
November 18, 2015
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Fleetwest offering powder coating on its truck bodies
Powder coating paint finishes are available with Fleetwest's Load'N'Go truck bodies.
November 18, 2015
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Company poised to rollout LPG/CNG Class 7 cabover
Alkane Truck Company, a Myrtle Beach, S.C.-based truck manufacturer has been approved to begin manufacturing the company’s new LPG/CNG Class 7 Cab-Over truck. “We are excited about our new truck,” says Alkane CEO, Bob Smith. “We’re equally excited to bring new skilled jobs to American workers. Our assembly facility in Dorchester County (S.C.) will employ more […]
November 16, 2015
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FIRST DRIVE: Cummins 2017 ISX15
ProStar tractors equipped with next-generation Cummins ISX15 engines were peppy in terms of acceleration, quiet and instantly responsive to throttle inputs.
November 10, 2015
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Iowa’s largest utility company acquires first hybrid truck
MidAmerican Energy in Des Moines, Iowa is excited about its new hybrid service truck which will lower emissions, fuel consumption and reduce noise.
November 5, 2015
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Peterbilt’s MX-11 engine available within days to North American market
Once available only in Europe, the PACCAR MX-11 engine will be available in North America in less than two weeks.
November 3, 2015
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Kubota adds new four passenger RTV-X1140
Kubota adds to its popular RTV-X Series line with the RTV-X1140, featuring a vertible cargo conversion system.
October 22, 2015
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Kenworth’s flagship worktruck getting 40-inch sleeper
Kenworth has added 40-inch sleeper option to its T880, offering a weight savings of 260 pounds over 52-inch sleeper models.
October 22, 2015
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MULE gets single-row seating for 2016
Kawasaki's MULE PRO-FXT will be available as a single-row seating variant this coming model year.
October 18, 2015
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Tips for spec’ing a mixer
For ready-mix haulers, spec’ing a mixer truck starts with the body. The drum’s payload capacity, discharge opening, chutes, hydraulic systems, load-distributing tag axles, and other features largely determine the vehicle’s allowable payload and how productive a truck can be on any given workday. For productivity over the life of the truck, however, you should broaden […]
October 8, 2015
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Kenworth adds options to vocational line up
Kenworth has added Allison’s 4700 RDS 7-speed automatic transmission with optional second “deep reverse” as an option on its Kenworth’s T880, T800, W900, and C500. The transmission is part of the Allison rugged duty series, which Kurt Swihart, Kenworth marketing director, says is ideal in applications calling for an increase in overall transmission ratios. “In the construction world, trucks […]
October 7, 2015
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ATC Truck Covers offering Rhino-Rack accessories
ATC Truck Covers is now offering Rhino-Rack accessories, including track systems, quick release track mount systems, and cross bars that come installed on ATC truck caps, excluding the EXP. Customers will be able to choose between Vortex Aero Bars and HD Bars, the company says. All other Rhino-Rack accessories, including rollers, ladder accessories, roof baskets, and more […]
October 6, 2015
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Paccar debuts new MX engine
Paccar has added a new 10.8-liter engine to its MX line. The MX-11 has an output of up to 430 HP and 1,550 lb.-ft. of torque, according to the company. Paccar says it successfully launched the MX-11 engine in Europe in 2013, installing more than 10,000 Paccar MX-11 engines in DAF trucks in the last two years. […]
October 5, 2015
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GM, Navistar announce partnership on MD trucks
General Motors Co. says it will reenter the Class 4 and 5 truck market, but this time will bring along Navistar as a partner. The two companies announced Tuesday they have reached a long-term agreement to develop and assemble future medium duty, conventional cab Class 4 and 5 commercial vehicles. The move allows Navistar to strengthen […]
September 30, 2015
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