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Mack unveils MD6 and MD7 in return to medium duty trucks
Mack’s new medium duty entries – the Class 6 MD6 and Class 7 MD7 – unlocks new over the road segments for the truck maker. The Mack MD6 has a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of 25,995 pounds, and the MD7 model has a GVWR of 33,000 pounds. Both are exempt from the 12% Federal […]
February 4, 2020
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Modern truck demands giving rise to AGM batteries
Tasked with supporting everything from starting the engine to powering auxiliary devices, batteries are a critical and heavily stressed part of a truck. With more demands being placed on the electrical system through added sensors, cameras and collision mitigation radar, more companies are seeing the advantage of absorbed glass mat (AGM) batteries and the overall […]
January 31, 2020
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Eaton Endurant 12-speed transmission now standard on International on-highway trucks
The Endurant 12-speed automated transmission, the first product from Eaton and Cummins’ joint venture, has been named standard equipment on International LT Series, RH Series, and LoneStar heavy-duty trucks. Made available on International LoneStar and LT trucks spec’d with Cummins’ X15 engine in May last year, Tuesday’s announcement adds coverage for International’s A26 engine along […]
January 24, 2020
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Navistar MaxxForce engine class-action settlement finalized at $135 million
A federal judge has approved Navistar’s proposed $135 million settlement that will be paid out to owners of certain International trucks equipped with defective model year 2011-2014 MaxxForce 11- or 13-liter engines. Judge Joan Gottschall of a U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois granted the final approval on Jan. 3. The judge […]
January 22, 2020
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These smart truck seats adapt to you with micro-adjustments throughout workday for ultimate driver comfort
Imagine jumping out of your big rig at the end of a long day feeling as supple and refreshed as the minute you started. That scenario is coming close to a reality with a new seat software program from a company called Comfort Motion Global. The software is designed to make regular but subtle changes […]
January 20, 2020
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2020 Ford Super Duty chassis cabs to launch with best-in-class payload, gas torque and PTO torque
Ford’s Super Duty chassis cab lineup is seeing sizable power improvements for the 2020 model years thanks to improvements to the 6.7-liter Power Stroke diesel and the new 7.3L gasser. The new 7.3L V8 delivers both 350 horsepower and a best-in-class gas torque rating of 468 lb-ft at 3,900 rpm. Ford says this is the […]
January 16, 2020
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Heavy-truck market settles down as technology advances ramp up
After the huge backlogs and massive sales numbers in recent years, the truck market has returned to calmer days. But calm isn’t stagnant, as ongoing changes to technology and market conditions clearly demonstrate.   A return to normalcy Perhaps the best news for those seeking to invest in new trucks is that the lead time […]
December 31, 2019
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PHIL’s new Positive Seal Autogate Tailgate to be highlighted at ConExpo 2020
Phillippi-Hagenbuch’s (PHIL) new Positive Seal Autogate Tailgate is designed for off-highway trucks and roll-off containers that require a 100-percent seal. Paired with PHIL’s fluidic seal material, the tailgate creates a water-tight seal to contain liquids, a feature that can be critical in environmentally sensitive areas. (You can see more of what OEMs have in store […]
November 26, 2019
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Cemen Tech intros volumetric mixer package aimed at utility contractors
The new Cemen Tech volumetric mixer configurations are specifically designed for utility contractors. More information here on Equipment World.
October 8, 2019
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SnowEx intros HELIXX poly hopper spreaders with improved material flow
As snow season approaches, SnowEx has launched an improved material delivery system on its HELIXX poly hopper spreaders. Designed for full-size pickups, flatbed trucks or dump-bed trucks, the HELIXX poly hopper lineup features a multi-dimensional tub design and a corkscrew material delivery design. SnowEx says this system “vastly” outperforms traditional augers when it comes to […]
September 18, 2019
SnowEx HELIXX Poly hopper spreaders
Golight intros improved Stryker ST Series remote-controlled work lighting
Golight, makers of pan-and-tilt remote-controlled lighting, have introduced a “new and improved” version of its Stryker ST Series of remote-control LED and halogen searchlights. These new lights are easier to operate and offer the ability to pan and tilt simultaneously. The system also comes with a unit selector that enables a user to operate two […]
September 3, 2019
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Mack intros connected vehicle service for improved maintenance planning
Mack Trucks has introduced a connected vehicle service focused on proactive vehicle maintenance planning and fleet operations efficiency. Mack’s dynamic maintenance service further expands the partnership with Noregon, an IoT company specializing in connected vehicle solutions. Mack’s unique approach utilizes the Noregon platform to enhance the dealer user interface and brings the decision-making process closer […]
August 20, 2019
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PTO now standard on 2020 Ford Super Duty chassis cab trucks with 6.7L Power Stroke diesel
Ford announced that it’s offering Power Takeoff (PTO) as standard with its 6.7-liter Power Stroke turbo diesel engine for auxiliary power needs on the 2020 Super Duty chassis cab trucks. According to Ford, the 6.7-liter Power Stroke and all-new TorqShift 10-speed heavy duty automatic transmission with PTO deliver best-in-class stationary torque of up to 300 […]
August 15, 2019
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Cemen Tech’s cloud-based Accu-Pour software now works with more volumetric concrete mixers—including competing models
Cemen Tech, makers of volumetric concrete mixers and technology, has announced expanded compatibility of its Accu-Pour cloud software suite. Unlike drum mixers, volumetric concrete mixers act as mobile batch plants mounted to a truck chassis or a trailer. Using a segmented body, they carry unmixed sand, cement, coarse aggregates, water, and any other admixtures or […]
August 12, 2019
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Regs limiting glider kits score a win in EPA ruling
The Environmental Protection Agency’s internal watchdog has concluded that a 2017 EPA study used to promote limiting production of glider kit trucks was “consistent” with the agency’s research standards and, therefore, the study’s conclusions shouldn’t be dismissed. EPA’s Office of Inspector General released a preliminary report Wednesday and says it expects to issue a final […]
August 6, 2019
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VMAC intros Underhood70 air compressor for 2019 Ram trucks with Cummins engines
VMAC has now released its new Underhood70 air compressor for 2019 Ram trucks with Cummins diesel engines. The release follows VMAC’s addition of a new lineup of Underhood rotary-screw compressors for 2019 vans and service trucks. The compressors are installed in the truck or van’s engine compartment and can be used to run small to […]
July 31, 2019
2019 Ram 3500 Chassis Cab Crew Cab Service Box Upfit
Volvo, Samsung to develop batteries for electric trucks
Volvo Group and Samsung SDI have announced the formation of a strategic alliance that will develop battery packs for Volvo Group’s electric trucks. Working with Samsung SDI, Volvo Group aims to accelerate the speed of development and strengthen the long-term capabilities and assets within electromobility across all truck segments and markets. The alliance will cover […]
July 19, 2019
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New Oshkosh S-Series concrete mixer has better visibility, capacity and steering
McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing's updates increase the hauling capacity and operator comfort for its new Oshkosh S-Series front discharge concrete mixer.
June 20, 2019
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