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Vocational

Ford recalls small number of F-650, F-750 trucks for possible brake failure

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will correct the parking brake cable adjustment, free of charge. Details here on Equipment World.

May 25, 2018

Vocational

Kenworth T680, T880 now available with lighter, quieter Dana SPL 250 Lite driveline

The Dana SPL 250 Lite driveline offers extended component life, reduced maintenance and supports 18,400-plus lb-ft of driveline torque. More on Equipment World.

May 24, 2018

Class 7-8

Record demand for new heavy trucks outpacing supply, stabilizing prices in bloated used marketplace

Without an influx of new drivers, new trucks are going to push older models to a used truck market that is already saturated with equipment. Details here!

May 23, 2018

Pickups

Chevy adds new 2.7L Turbo I4 to 2019 Silverado 1500’s expanded powertrain options

The performance of each engine/transmission combination benefits from a truck that is lighter and more aerodynamic than the previous model. Details here.

May 22, 2018

Construction Equipment

Yokohama adds cut-, heat-resistant compounds to dump truck tires

The RL42 E-4 is made for long hauls on hard surfaces while the RB42 E-4 is designed for work in soft and loose surfaces. Both feature steel cord belts.

May 22, 2018

Dealers

Terex launches nationwide on-site service, parts for Advance mixer trucks

Under the new agreement, Terex Services facilities across the U.S. will soon provide on-site support and parts for Terex Advance Mixer trucks. More here.

May 21, 2018

Construction Equipment

’65 Chevy C10’s rusty exterior hides a pristine 1,200-hp 454 LSX engine under the hood

Hidden under a patina finish on a '65 Chevy C10 lies a methanol injected 454 LSX with 1,200-hp. Watch the video and check out the images of this awesome ride.

May 16, 2018

Technology

For truck fleet managers, new Azuga DashCam transmits a visual snapshot of driving incidents, driver behavior

The new Azuga DashCam shows fleet managers what happened before, during, & after an incident triggered by hard breaking, sudden acceleration, & hard cornering.

May 16, 2018

Trucks

Electric trucks will still require skilled mechanics, but ask less of their time

Even though maintenance costs will likely be reduced, electric commercial trucks will still require repairmen and it will be a sophisticated process.

May 15, 2018

Vocational

Ford F-650 Super Duty now available in a battery-powered electric

At the recent ACT Expo in Long Beach, California, Roush CleanTech’s new fully electric vehicles, built on the Ford F-650 chassis, will have a lithium-ion battery system.

May 14, 2018

Dealers

Equipment Roundup: Doosan unveils updated DA30-5 artic, DX225MH-5 material handler; Barko’s new B-Series trailer/truck-mounted loaders; Fire brings Ford F-150 to a halt; 10 great lifting attachments

Learn all about Barko’s new B-Series trailer/truck-mounted loaders, 10 new attachments for loaders, and Doosan's new DX225MH-5 and updated DA30-5 artic.

May 14, 2018

Pickups

Fire brings Ford F-150 production & some Super Duty to a halt; GM, FCA also impacted

Production of Ford F-150 and other models temporarily affected after a fire broke out in a Michigan parts supplier plant.

May 11, 2018