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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.

Alkane Truck Company plans launch of LPG Class 7 & 8 cabovers

Alkane Truck Company seeks to become a player in the industry with the launch of LPG-powered Class 7 and Class 8 trucks.

January 13, 2016

Alkane’s Class 7 cabover is expected to go into production this year.

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The new Volvo Trucks configurator

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The new Volvo VNL’s features and trim levels are available to examine interactively. Volvo Trucks has developed a new state-of-the-art online configurator exclusively for VNL models. The configurator provides detailed information on the features and benefits of each trim level and cab option, as well as a 360-degree view of the truck inside and out.

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Michelin rolling out budget-friendly truck tires under Uniroyal brand

Uniroyal’s line of six tires includes trailer, steer and drive axle tires, and will target price-conscious owner operators and small fleets.

January 13, 2016

Truckers will avoid Rhode Island if tolls are approved

A recent poll reveals that truckers will drive elsewhere to avoid Rhode Island where the governor has singled out commercial trucks for proposed tolls aimed at improving aging infrastructure.

January 12, 2016

A recent poll shows that truckers that would be impacted by Rhode Island’s proposed truck tolls would avoid driving through the state.

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.

Isuzu shatters company sales records in 2015

Last year, Isuzu Commercial Truck of America broke sales records for trucks and parts in the U.S.

January 12, 2016

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Defective fuel hose leads to Mitsubishi Fuso recall

Mitsubishi Fuso Trucks is recalling nearly 10,000 trucks manufactured between 2011 and 2014 which may have a defective fuel hose that can pose a fire risk.

January 11, 2016

Mitsubishi Fuso has recalled certain model year 2012-2015 FE and FG trucks which may have a defective fuel hose.

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.

Hendrickson Bumper and Trim adds AERO CLAD bumpers for ProStar

The AERO CLAD bumper is designed the bumper to replace three-piece plastic bumpers equipped on trucks built February 2015 and later with new fixed mount bumper brackets.

January 11, 2016

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Chinese tire OEM gears up for entry into U.S. market

Triangle Tire USA hopes to break into the U.S. market before summer of this year.

January 11, 2016

Freightliner recalling CNG Cascadia trucks

Daimler Trucks North America is recalling certain Freightliner Cascadia trucks equipped with CNG tanks over concerns of an accidental tank discharge.

January 8, 2016

Certain Freightliner Cascadia CNG trucks, model years 2012 to 2014, have been recalled over concerns of a possible CNG tank discharge.

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.

CCJ names new equipment editor

Commercial Carrier Journal has named Jason Cannon as its equipment editor, focusing on Class 3-8 over-the-road commercial vehicles and related components, including engines, trailers, brakes, tires and lubricants.

January 8, 2016

Grab handle wins Paccar Inventor’s Award

A popular option on Paccar trucks since its launch in March 2014, the hydroformed stainless steel grab handle reduces wind noise.

January 8, 2016

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Is renewable diesel the first alt fuel ‘no-brainer’?

Diesel fuel is now cheaper per gallon than store-brand milk, but one alternative is holding its own when going head-to-head on price with diesel.

January 8, 2016

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Tesla expects electric Semi debut in late 2026

All signs continue to point to a 2026 mass production launch of Tesla's electric Semi.

White Volvo semi-truck with trailer parked on urban street near modern glass building

USA Truck going back up for sale

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Midwest Motor Express, DHE Transportation rebranding under AAA Cooper

Manufacturing workers assembling industrial machinery in a factory production line

Most heavy trucks exempt from new 25% truck tariff, 'non-U.S. content' will be taxed

Transportation worker in safety vest checking truck documentation at vehicle inspection point

DOT docks California $40 million for ELP compliance failure

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