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2015 Ranger Diesel 4Ă—4: First Drive
New diesel, new chassis make for nicer work days with Polaris’ Ranger 4×4 Four years ago Polaris tossed their heavy duty UTV hat into the ring with the introduction of the Ranger Diesel — a Ranger XP 800 with the EFI gas engine replaced by a 904cc Yanmar Diesel. The resulting package has done well […]
September 15, 2014
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Which way to the deer woods? Mercedes-Benz builds 4Ă—4 RV
We at Fun Trucks Friday rough-it in the wilderness because we have little choice once we get there. But suppose the maker of the world’s greatest off-road commercial truck decided to put a nice studio apartment on the back? Meet the Mercedes-Benz Zetros, RV edition.
September 12, 2014
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GALLERY: Western Star’s new truck
Western Star introduced its new, aerodynamic 5700XE highway tractor at a press launch in Las Vegas Thursday. The new truck features a highly sculpted, sleek design that retains the bold styling and robust stance of years past while delivering fuel economy numbers that place the truck firmly in the most aggressive Greenhouse Gas emissions regulation […]
September 12, 2014
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Facing lawsuits, intermodal co. reclassifies contractors as employees
Facing a pair of lawsuits over worker misclassification, intermodal giant Hub Group Inc. will be converting its drayage drivers in California from independent contractors to employees, the $3.4 billion company reported this week.
September 11, 2014
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TEST DRIVE: Eaton’s new Procision transmission
Equipment Editor Jack Roberts visited Detroit, Mich., last week where Eaton introduced a new dual-clutch transmission for use in medium-duty applications. In this video, he takes it for a spin.
September 9, 2014
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August Ram Truck/Van Sales Best In A Decade
ProMaster Vans And Ram Trucks Drive Healthy August Sales Ram pickups and ProMaster  sales were as hot as the August weather according to Chrysler Group LLC, which today reported U.S. sales of 198,379 units, a 20 percent increase compared with sales in August 2013 (165,552 units), and the group’s best August sales since 2002. The […]
September 3, 2014
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Recycling fleet moves to natural gas with engine conversion kits
With the goal to convert its entire fleet to operate on natural gas, TFC Recycling has placed an initial order for diesel-to-natural gas engine conversion kits for its 12-liter Mack E7 engines.
September 3, 2014
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Minimizer celebrating 30 years with $30k giveaway
Minimizer is giving away $30,000 to celebrate its 30th anniversary, which is this year, the fender manufacturer announced Aug. 21 at the Great American Trucking Show. The company is giving away $15,000 to an owner-operator and $15,000 to a fleet, and the winners will be named at the Mid-America Trucking Show in March in a […]
September 3, 2014
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Tracking Where Our Road Tax Dollars Go
States that collect the most tolls, taxes, and fines also divert more from highway spending The 15 states that run the most speed traps and collect the most road-user fees also rank as the least fiscally responsible when it comes to transportation spending, according to a study released by the National Motorists Association (NMA). The motorists’ rights […]
August 27, 2014
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Liquidation of electrical contracting giant begins; auction co. still rounding up fleet
The liquidation of assets owned by bankrupt electrical contractor Truland Systems is under way with the first online auction of trucks, trailers, vans, bucket trucks and other vehicles.
August 27, 2014
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Road Test: A week behind the wheel of the 2014 Ram 1500 EcoDiesel
Road Tested 2014 Ram 1500 EcoDiesel Crew Cab 4×4 SLT; a V-6 1/2-ton that delivers big Slipping around a slow-moving motorhome on a moderate grade in Oregon’s Coast Range took little more than moving into the passing lane and rolling into the throttle. The Ram 1500’s engine did the rest in short order. Despite towing […]
August 22, 2014
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What will Phase II greenhouse gas standards mean for work trucks?
Easier said than done: Truck, engine and body makers, along with buyers and operators, are strongly encouraging government regulators to consider real-world operating factors in the development of the next round of medium- and heavy-duty vehicle fuel efficiency standards.
August 22, 2014
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Driller puts bi-fuel F-250s to work in Colorado play
A day in the life of a bi-fuel pickup truck in Noble Energy’s fleet includes getting around in the resource-rich Denver-Julesburg Basin, east of the Rocky Mountains in Colorado – putting about 1,800 miles a month on the hard working truck. Noble Energy’s fleet of over 100 natural gas trucks comprises roughly 10 per cent of its […]
August 22, 2014
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Polaris GEM Utility ATV Ideal For Specialty Jobs
GEM Extends Utility ATV Offerings; Polaris M1400, electric eM 1400 LSV now available through nationwide dealer network Polaris is well-know in ATV circles for  their high-performance side-by-sides. But they also have another arm called GEM that offers transport and light utility vehicles ideal for landscaping and speciality applications. The latest GEM is the new Polaris® M1400™ gas-powered  and the GEM eM™1400 LSV street-legal electric utility vehicle. The […]
August 21, 2014
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Natgas motor fuel sales in Texas come in at 2x estimates
Sales of natural gas motor fuel are surging in Texas. “Natural gas vehicles are becoming mainstream faster than expected,” says Texas Railroad Commissioner David Porter. “And there’s plenty of room for growth.”
August 21, 2014
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EPA Certifies Westport WiNG Power System Ford E-450 and F-450/550/650/59
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has certified the model year 2015 Ford E-450 and F-450, F-550, F-650 and F-59 featuring the Westport WiNG Power System, Westport reports. All the vehicles are certified for the 6.8L V10 engine.
August 21, 2014
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New Engine-Driven Welders Bring Big Power To Service Trucks
Lincoln Electric’s Vantage 600-Series Welder/Generator Ideal For Jobsite Work Designed for heavy industrial applications such as mining, general construction and pipe welding, Lincoln Electric’s new Vantage 600-series engine-driven welders are engineered to handle a variety of processes: Stick welding TIG welding MIG welding Flux-cored wire welding Arc gouging The Vantage and Air Vantage series have […]
August 20, 2014
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Yamaha Viking VI Has Build-Your-Own Website
Contractors can spec-out their Yamaha Viking VI side-by-side before purchasing Yamaha Motor Corp., U.S.A., has launched a new Viking VI “Build Your Own” (BYO) site providing customers the opportunity to personalize and accessorize their six-passenger Vikings online. Yamaha currently has more than fifty accessories for the Viking VI, which is the only true six-person side-by-side (SxS) vehicle […]
August 19, 2014
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