Freightliner Trucks on Feb. 21 launched a new web site, www.freightlinertrucks.com/70years, to kick-off its 70-year anniversary celebration. The site provides a look at Freightlinerâs legacy of innovation with a detailed timeline that showcases the companyâs products and technological milestones.
Freightliner Trucks will continue its anniversary celebration at the 2012 Mid-America Trucking Show (MATS) in Louisville, Ky. (March 22-24) with a comprehensive showcase of vehicles featuring the companyâs most sophisticated technologies. A concept truck, fully loaded with cutting-edge advancements and unique features, will also be on display for the first time.
âSeventy years ago, Freightliner Trucks first set industry standards with our products and technologies, and weâve continued to raise the bar by developing vehicles that enhance productivity, reliability and driver comfort,â said David Hames, general manager, product marketing and strategy for Daimler Trucks North America. âWeâre proud of our history, and even more excited about whatâs ahead. Our concept vehicle will show that weâre continuing to lead the way with revolutionary innovations and ideas that will maximize performance and profitability.â