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Emission mandates steering engineers to better MPGs, performance

Following the Volkswagen diesel debacle, a higher level of scrutiny is expected as emissions mandates continue to tighten.

January 8, 2016

The 2017 Cummins ISX15

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

La Porte County, Indiana

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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.

Navistar’s analytics system cuts maintenance costs

Navistar reports that its collaborative OnCommand Connections analytics system is improving truck performance and reducing maintenance costs for its subscribers.

January 7, 2016

After getting its start in 2013, Navistar’s OnCommand Connection now has 165,000 subscribers and is saving its customers an average of 30 percent in truck maintenance costs.

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.

Mack OK’s renewable diesel use for all Mack engines

Mack Trucks announced Jan. 7 it has signed off on the use of renewable diesel fuel in all Mack engines, following extensive testing, it says.

January 7, 2016

N.Y. floats highway plan that would freeze truck toll costs on 500-mile Thruway

Truckers using the New York State Thruway (I-90 & I-87) could see savings on tolls for the next several years if a $22 billion plan proposed by the governor is approved by the legislature this spring.

January 7, 2016

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.

Famous movie truck going to auction

Barrett-Jackson will be auctioning the Peterbilt truck that portrayed one of the main characters in the film Transformers.

January 6, 2016

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Peterbilt, Toyota team up to produce natural gas-powered car hauler

Toyota’s CNG car hauler hit the road in November, making it the first company to utilize the alternative fuel for that purpose, it says.

January 6, 2016

Toyota Natural Gas Car Hauler

Ready for a change: e-logs set to become ELDs

While ELD features may not be ready now, the technology will soon be impacting drivers and fleets as features become available from now until 2019. Here are six areas where the changes will begin.

January 5, 2016

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Toyota launches first CNG car hauler

Peterbilt and Cottrell worked together to build Toyota's first CNG-fueled car hauler.

January 5, 2016

Toyota launched its first CNG-fueled car hauler in Long Beach, Calif.

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.

Truck-based delivery drone granted FAA exemption

Workhorse, which made headlines last year after producing electric delivery vehicles for UPS, was recently granted an FAA exemption which takes it one step closer in becoming the first company to offer a truck-based drone delivery system.

January 5, 2016

Workhorse’s FAA exemption takes it one step closer to offering the first truck-based delivery drone. The drone, HorseFly, is seen here launching from one of the company’s electric delivery trucks.

Daimler Trucks set to layoff up to 1,000 workers at N.C. truck plant

Freightliner parent company Daimler said in its layoff notice it expects the cuts to be temporary, citing “a sustained reduction in orders and diminished build rate” at the plant as its reason for the layoffs.

January 5, 2016

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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.

Young techs offer carriers recruiting, retention advice

It’s no secret that a critical shortage of diesel techs looms large over the industry, and the techs of tomorrow are keenly aware of how and where to seek out opportunity.

January 4, 2016

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Eaton introduces EverTough self-adjusting clutches

Eaton has added a new self-adjusting clutch to the company’s lineup of aftermarket products. The new EverTough by Eaton Self-Adjust clutch has been engineered specifically for aftermarket applications and eliminates the need for manual adjustments. All EverTough clutches are affordably priced and designed for longevity to extend the life of later life-cycle trucks. Features include […]

January 4, 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.

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USA Truck going back up for sale

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Midwest Motor Express, DHE Transportation rebranding under AAA Cooper

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

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DOT docks California $40 million for ELP compliance failure

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