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Ford Transit helping fight hunger this holiday season

Ford jumped feet first into the holiday spirit this season, donating five Transit Connect cargo vans to organizations that provide hunger relief services. The groups in the Kansas City, Louisville, Miami, Phoenix and Dallas metropolitan areas will use the vans to pick up food, take it to their facilities and deliver it to recipients. Each […]

November 25, 2015

North Texas Food Bank Transit Connect V2

High-tech powder can expand natural gas storage capacity

Scientists at the University of California, Berkeley have developed a powder that will expand storage capacity for natural gas to the point that vehicles equipped with the high-tech crystals will have the same driving range as their petroleum-fueled counterparts.

November 25, 2015

U.C. Berkeley Lab announced that scientists there have developed a powder-like substance that can greatly increase natural gas storage capacity. (Photo courtesy of Natural Gas Vehicles of America.)

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Webasto offers HVAC cargo climate for Ram ProMaster

Webasto is now offering Ram ProMaster and other similar work vans aftermarket, integrated climate control that doesn't interfere with cargo space.

November 24, 2015

Webasto now offers an HVAC cargo system for Ram ProMaster and other similar vehicles.

Ford tests durability of Super Duty box with aftermarket upfits

Ford engineers drove prototype Super Duty pickups fitted with common aftermarket accessories to test the fitment and capability of the pickup box.

November 24, 2015

Ryder activates online winter preparedness hub

Ryder activated its online Winter Preparedness Hub which offers tips on how to winterize fleets.

November 23, 2015

Ryder activated its online Winter Preparedness Hub which offers plenty of tips for winterizing fleets.

Ford issues recall for F-650

Ford Motor Company says it will recall 13 2016 F-650 vehicles for an issue with the steering column. These vehicles were built with a steering column that uses the “park” position mechanism in the automatic transmission. In these vehicles, the park mechanism could fracture if the vehicle is on a grade, loaded and the shift […]

November 23, 2015

Pettibone delivers new rough-terrain telehandler

The Extendo 944B, a new rough-terrain, telescopic handler from Pettibone, offers impressive performance in a compact design.

November 23, 2015

Pettibone unveiled its Extendo 944B, a rough-terrain, telescopic handler that has a forward reach of 30 feet 3 inches and is compact enough to fit under an 8-foot doorway.

Xplore launches tablet for tough work

The XSLATE D10, manufactured by Xplore, is an Android tablet designed for tough working conditions.

November 23, 2015

Xplore recently added the XSLATE D10 to its impressive lineup of rugged tablets.

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

DTNA leadership talks new engines, marketshare and autonomous trucks in industry update

The principle leaders of Daimler Trucks, along with Roger Penske, fielded questions from the press Nov. 20 following the North American launch of the company’s new medium duty diesel engines today, touching on a variety of products. The new DD5 and DD8 engines now give Daimler a fully integrated medium-duty powertrain. When asked how the […]

November 20, 2015

Daimler Trucks moving medium-duty engine production to Detroit

Daimler Trucks today announced a $375-million investment to enable production of the new DD5 and DD8 medium-duty engines at Detroit brand headquarters and manufacturing facility in Redford, Mich. Joined by Michigan Governor Rick Snyder, and nearly 2,000 UAW workers, Daimler Trucks celebrated the announcement of the new lines of DD5 and DD8 medium duty engines […]

November 20, 2015

Daimler Trucks’ Wolfgang Bernhard says DD5 and DD8 production will move to Detroit in the near future.

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

UPS and other fleet truck companies are making the switch to emissions-friendly renewable diesel.

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

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

A fire risk resulting from a turbocharger oil link prompted Cummins Westport to issue a recall for certain ISL G engines that were installed in some Mack and Navistar medium duty trucks.

Water truck business soars in drought-ridden California

An historic drought in California has led to a boom in the water truck business, particularly in rural areas that rely on wells.

November 18, 2015

Garrett McInnis’ 2015 Peterbilt 389 water truck has seen more action as a result of the historic drought in California.

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

Mitsubishis’s FusoFirst warranty program features an interactive app designed to quickly connect drivers to benefits like 24/7 roadside assistance.

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

Fleetwest is offering powder coating paint finishes on its line of Load’N’Go truck bodies.

Senate again blocks provision to allow 33-foot twin trailers

The Senate added an amendment Wednesday morning to its 2016 DOT appropriations bill that keeps in place the 28-foot maximum length of double trailers.

November 18, 2015

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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

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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