Trucks

Afraid of autonomous trucking? Here's why you should embrace it

Richard Stocking, principal and founder at DPX Consulting and former CEO of Swift Transportation, envisions a greener, leaner autonomous future for the industry and for society.

February 10, 2021

'These are exciting times for trucking. I’m excited for the benefits autonomous trucking will provide for both our industry and the society we serve,' writes Richard Stocking, CEO and principal at DPX Consulting. Below, he details the changes he envisions looming for the industry and society when autonomous trucks become commercialized.

Pete goes all in on aero, tech with refreshed 579

The new 579, boasting a 7% fuel economy improvement over prior generation models, is the most aerodynamic and fuel-efficient Peterbilt model to-date.

February 3, 2021

The bird from the hood pull handle has been incorporated along the side of the hood on the new model.

DTNA putting millions into BEV powertrain

The company expects to invest upwards of $20 million in its Detroit, Michigan, manufacturing facility, which will serve as the source of Detroit ePowertrain components in North America when initial production begins later this year.

February 9, 2021

The Detroit ePowertrain will be mated to one of three battery offerings for the eCascadia and eM2, including a 210 kilowatt hour (kWh) version, a 315 kWh version, and a 475 kWh version.

Isuzu adds more power to Class 6 FTR, new FVR model

The company believes the Cummins B6.7 will appeal more broadly to fleets that need more power.

February 12, 2021

Availability of the B6.7 – the most popular diesel engine ever built by Cummins – marks the first time Isuzu has ever offered any engine other than its own on any of its models.

Mack makes driver-activated OTA updates standard on select models

The driver download activation feature is factory-equipped on models built beginning Nov. 30, 2020 at Lehigh Valley Operations, in Macungie, Pennsylvania.

January 14, 2021

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Electric trucks run 'amazing' up Pikes Peak

Though it was 'not a competition,' all-electric Peterbilt 579EV and Kenworth T680 fuel cell deliver impressive and different results.

January 22, 2021

A Peterbilt 579EV and Kenworth T680 FCEV (fuel cell electric vehicle) became the first Class 8 trucks equipped with electric powertrains to climb Colorado’s famous and challenging Pikes Peak Highway.

CM Truck Beds unveils new Gen 2 SB Service Body

CM Truck Beds announced its new Gen 2 SB Service Body this week. Building on the legacy of its popular SB model, CM added several upgrades to make the new SB even better suited to users’ needs. “We’re pleased to debut the next generation of our hardworking service body model: The Gen 2 SB,” said […]

January 13, 2021

Navistar partners with GM, J.B. Hunt on hydrogen-powered RH

Under the partnership agreement, OneH2 will supply its hydrogen fueling solution, which includes hydrogen production, storage, delivery and safety and Navistar is taking a minority stake in OneH2.

January 29, 2021

General Motors Fuel Cell Controls and Process Engineer Joe Truchan operates a coating machine in the fuel cell laboratory at the GM Global Propulsion Systems Pontiac Engineering Center in Pontiac, Michigan.

Light-duty diesel sales surge 28 percent

Sales of pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles (SUVs) with diesel engines grew 28 percent during 2020, even as overall auto sales declined by over 14 percent for the year according to a report this week from the Diesel Technology Forum. Among alternative fueled vehicle offerings, vehicles with diesel engines held 5 of the top 10 […]

January 27, 2021

Light-duty diesel sales up 28% during 2019-2020

Rugged Meets Refinement In the New HX Series: The First "Project Compass" Work Trucks

First launched in 2016, the HX Series has gotten its first refresh with improvements to durability, comfort and safety. Check it out.

February 10, 2021

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Ford's Upcoming Maverick Pickup May Really Break From the Pack

Not everyone wants a hulking truck that’s a pain to park and puts a serious dent in their pocketbook. Ford's upcoming Maverick pickup might hit a sweet spot for many. Check out the details.

February 9, 2021

A leaked prototype production photo of the planned Ford Maverick.

Test drive: Western Star’s all-new 49X

Western Star's all-new 49X heavy-duty durability with added driver comfort and ergonomics. Check out all the vocational truck has to offer right here.

November 12, 2020

The 49X was engineered to be a bruiser. Its heavy-duty vocational frame was designed for severe service applications, but weighs in about 350 pounds lighter than the current 4900.

Video: Ford Unveils New 2021 F-150 Raptor: New Suspension + V8 Returns!

Ford has unveiled the latest version of the off-road ripping F-150 Raptor. The new 2021 Raptor has some significant upgrades including a new suspension design. But it will also mean the return of a V8 engine to Ford's beloved off-roader. Get all the detai

February 3, 2021

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Nissan to Unveil Redesigned 2022 Frontier Pickup Next Week

Nissan will unveil the next-generation Frontier soon, teasing the truck's new design.

January 28, 2021

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Hennessey Doubles the 2021 F-150's V8 Power With the Venom 800 Supertruck

Hennesey transforms the 2021 Ford F-150 into an 800-hp supertruck. Check it out.

January 25, 2021

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Get the Best Deal on a 2021 Pickup Using This Guide

It’s the start of a new year and that means a whole new slate of pickups has hit the lots of your local dealerships over the past couple of months. If you’re in the market for a new truck, we’ve got the perfect companion for you.

January 15, 2021

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Fisker unveils plans for electric pickup truck

Fisker is the latest auto company to throw its hat into the growing ring of all-electric pickups. While Fisker founder and CEO Henrik Fisker claimed in a recent Tweet that his forthcoming truck will be “the lightest, most efficient EV pick up in the world,” like other truck manufacturers, important insights into max towing and […]

January 14, 2021

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Landoll trailer option transports equipment requiring lower deck heights

Landoll's new drop side trailer option features a 5-inch lowered track area and raised center for the 855 and 860 Construction Series Detachable trailers.

December 22, 2020

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Wirtgen's SP 94i concrete slipform paver has a paving range of 6 to 30 feet wide.

Concrete Paver Market Heats Up as Contractors Turn to Roadbuilding

As certain segments of the construction industry have slowed due to the pandemic, many contractors are diversifying into a particularly specialized market. Here's what you need to know.

Break, Grab and Crush: 10 Attachments Designed to Demolish

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Video: Bobcat Loader Expert Explains Why S62 Skid Steer, T62 CTL Are "The Total Package" | The Dirt #21

Using a new dedicated hydrostatic swing circuit, the Cat 374 can regenerate swing brake energy and independently manage cylinder oil flow.

Beefed-Up Cat 374 Designed With Twice the Durability and Top-of-the-Line Tech

The Cat 336 excavator led financed new machine sales during 2020.

There’s Good News and Bad News for Sales of New and Used Financed Excavators

2021 Fleet Technology Trend Report

The latest Fleet Trends Report shows that fleets continued to leverage technology to build resilience and improve their business performance.