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Vocational
New Peterbilt ECU makes body upfitting easier, increases PTO functionality on Models 567, 579
Peterbilt says its brand new its Vehicle Electrical Control Unit was made to help increase truck functionality and simply body upfitting. More details here.
October 5, 2018
Class 7-8
Here’s what’s under the hood of an electric Peterbilt Model 579
The electric Peterbilt Model 579 is fitted with eight 44-kW battery packs that can be removed or added to the tractor to increase vehicle range. Read more here.
July 5, 2018
Class 7-8
Peterbilt bringing new features to Model 567, 579 trucks; forecasts strong outlook for rest of 2018
The Model 579 now is standard with the Bendix Wingman Fusion driver assistance technology, including automatic emergency braking & speed limit sign recognition.
July 3, 2018
Construction Equipment
We go for a ride in Peterbilt’s almost-self-driving Model 579
Peterbilt showcased its Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) during a Technology Showcase last week at Texas Motor Speedway. The system is a street-capable GPS autopilot that Bill Kahn, principal engineer for Peterbilt, says is accurate to within 5 centimeters. “It’s the stepping stone to autonomous driving,” he says. RELATED >> What it’s like to operate a self-driving […]
June 3, 2015
Construction Equipment
Peterbilt debuts its own self-driving truck, gives autonomous Model 579 demo at ITS World Congress
Advanced technologies capable of autonomous driving to complement vehicle operators was showcased during the ITS World Congress in Detroit this week. The innovative system was demonstrated on a Peterbilt Model 579 concept truck. “The autonomous truck of the future is an extension of existing, individual systems already available for today’s commercial vehicles,” said Bill Kahn, […]
September 10, 2014
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Peterbilt begins Model 579 production
Peterbilt has begun production of the Model 579, which the company launched during the Mid-America Trucking Show. Peterbilt is building the first 579 production vehicles for Peterbilt and PacLease dealers. The 579 features aerodynamic styling optimized for high fuel efficiency and an interior intended to provide operator comfort. The 2.1 meter aluminum cab is available […]
July 31, 2012
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