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Class 7-8
Daimler recalls more than 18,000 Freightliner Cascadia trucks
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Daimler Trucks is recalling over 18,000 Freightliner trucks due to a brake caliper issue.
July 24, 2018
Pickups
Saleen unveils new off-road Sportruck XR
Saleen Automotive announced that its latest performance vehicle is the Sportruck XR. The truck, which traces its pedigree to legendary SCCA PRO Truck Series racing champion Steve Saleen, was revealed Friday at Harris Ford Lincoln in Lynnwood, Wash. (Video posted below). “Continually adding to our lineup of performance vehicles is paramount to Saleen Automotive,” said […]
July 23, 2018
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Pickups
Towing accident was probably preventable
A memorable towing accident over the weekend in Ontario, New York serves as a good reminder to always secure a load before hitting the road. Judging by the photos provided by the Union Hill Volunteer Fire Department it looks like someone may have skipped out on using transom and bow tie-down straps before towing the […]
July 22, 2018
Pickups
Pickup vs. SUV in apparent road rage gone wrong in Denver
Dash cam video captures what appears to be a case of road rage over the weekend in Denver, Colo. As a silver SUV is shown coming into view on I-25 on Saturday, a green F-150 follows behind and a few seconds later suddenly turns sharply into the path of the SUV. However, the abrupt turn […]
July 22, 2018
Class 7-8
Avoid these hot weather pitfalls to extend your truck fleet’s battery life
Though it may not be noticeable until the colder months when the battery needs to work harder, more damage is done to the battery during the summer months.
July 18, 2018
Vocational
Test Drive: International HV Series is a comfort-focused workhorse
The HV Series uses International's Diamond Logic electrical system for the automation of tasks and interlocks to help protect both equipment and crew. More here
July 13, 2018
Pickups
Chevy announces $48,465 starting MSRP for 2019 Silverado chassis cab trucks
MSRP for 2019 Chevy Silverado chassis cab trucks will start at $48,465, Chevy announced today. This includes a $1,495 destination charge, but excludes taxes, title and additional dealer fees. Customers can visit one of more than 400 Chevrolet commercial medium duty dealers to customize and price the all-new work truck. Production will begin in late […]
July 12, 2018
Vocational
Ford recalls 2018 F-150, F-650 and F-750 trucks due to oil, brake fluid leaks
Ford will notify owners and dealers will be able to replace any parts that are included in the recall. Details on all the impacted models on Equipment World.
July 12, 2018
Pickups
Icon launches hydraulic rear bump stop kit for 2017-up Ford F-150 Raptor
Icon Vehicle Dynamics announced the release of its Hydraulic Rear Bump Stop Kit for the 2017-up Ford F-150 Raptor. The function of the bump stop is to control and limit the final position of the suspension during up-travel. The factory bump stops have a limited energy absorption capacity and an uncontrolled release of this energy […]
July 11, 2018
Pickups
Pickup bed impact test sends crash dummies flying
Government officials in North Carolina are hoping that a crash test video will get people to think twice before riding in the back of a pickup bed. The crash test took place last month and was sponsored by the North Carolina Governor’s Highway Safety Program. Since posting the video on Facebook two weeks ago, the […]
July 10, 2018
Pickups
Ford recalls certain 2018 F-150, F-650 & F-750 trucks for potential fuel, oil & brake fluid leaks
Ford has recalled certain 2018 F-150 trucks for a potential fuel or oil leak and 2018 F-650 and F-750 trucks for a possible brake fluid leak. Certain 2018 Ford F-150, Ford Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles equipped with 3.5-liter GTDI V6 engines have high pressure fuel pump assemblies with welds that can fracture, which may […]
July 10, 2018
Pickups
Florida gets first look at Nissan Titan Surfcamp
This week in Orlando, Fla. Nissan is introducing its Titan Surfcamp concept truck, an interesting amalgam of the traditional surf truck and beach camper. From its off-road tires to the rooftop tent, the Titan Surfcamp is an all-inclusive beach cruiser featuring surfboards, paddleboards, fishing rods, a solar-powered shower and more. It is the latest in […]
July 9, 2018
Pickups
2019 Ram 1500 chief engineer demos new blind spot detection & other safety features
The dreaded blind spot. Safe driving hinges on being aware of vehicles around you especially if you’re towing. To that end Ram is offering blind spot monitoring with rear cross path and trailer detection on its 2019 1500 pickup. Mike Raymond, Ram’s chief engineer for the 1500, recently demonstrated the radar-based technology while towing a […]
July 8, 2018
Vocational
New Spicer Select aftermarket driveline products keep aging trucks on the road
Spicer Select products are able to keep old trucks moving. Check out the products Spicer Select offers to keep old trucks in solid condition on Equipment World.
July 6, 2018
Pickups
New Jersey man run over by his own pickup
A New Jersey man was run over by his own pickup while trying to load a vehicle onto a trailer this week. Manchester Police report that Robert Bading Jr. was critically injured Wednesday after his Ford F-350 rolled backwards off a trailer, knocked him down and ran over his head. Bading had just used his […]
July 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
Pickups
1966 custom Ford Bronco half-cab going up for auction
A custom 1966 Bronco half-cab that got some love at SEMA is going up for bid next month at Mecum’s auction in Harrisburg, Penn. Under the hood of this SEMA finalist is a Ford 302 racing engine paired with a Bowler 4R70W transmission. The custom all-steel body painted in copper and gold has a two-tone […]
July 3, 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
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