Mack Anthem Ride & Drive Event
Everytime the 12-truck convoy stopped for a break, drivers gathered to inspect the new Mack models. Photo: Jim Park
Fleets can opt for a bright trim package in lieu of the side fairings. The access steps feature deep aggressive treads for added safety. Photo: Jim Park
The rear deck on the day cab has lots of room for the driver to work and good safe access. Photo: Jim Park
This Anthem dab cab featured the premium interior, an MP7 engine and an mDrive transmission. Photo: Jim Park
The axle-forward Pinnacle model is now known as simply the Pinacle. Photo: Jim Park
A flexible plastic side-fairing extender has been lowered for better performance in crosswinds. Photo: Jim Park
Mack trucks adorned with the good bulldog have an integrate Mack powertrain: engine, transmission and rear axles. Photo: Jim Park
Mack's Anthem comes in a variety of configurations with many optional trim combinations. Photo: Jim Park
We were back on the road early on the second day of the drip, departing Greensboro, NC at 8:30 AM. Photo: Jim Park
The Anthem can be ordered with a basic trim package, minus the sunvisor and some of the chrome goodies. Photo: Jim Park
The trim package around the grilles is available in chrome or this contemporary looking matt-black finish. Photo: Jim Park
The moose bumper and the stainless trim around the fenders are aftermarket mods that can be installed at a dealer. Photo: Jim Park
Technicians and drivers will be happy with the unobstructed access to the engine. Photo: Jim Park
The new main instrument cluster is bright and easy to read. The center screen is a 5-inch color display for trip information and a variety of driver programmable views, including fuel economy. Photo: Jim Park
The control stalk on the left side of the steering column has the wiper and lighting controls: Photo: Jim Park
The control stalk on the right of the steering column has the engine brake settings as well as the display navigation. Photo: Jim Park
The trip from Allentown to Atlanta would up at the newly opened NexTran Truck Center in Duluth GA. Photo: Jim Park
The top edge of the hood sculpted to hepl move air around and over the windshield. Photo: Jim Park
The Anthem in non-aero configuration with a 48-inch flattop sleeper. Photo: Jim Park
The Anthem lineup features a number of configurations to suit the needs and tastes of many different fleets and owner-operators. Photo: Jim Park
The MP7 engine delivers horsepower ratings from 325 to 425 and torque from 1260-1560 lb-ft. Photo: Jim Park
The new Anthem dash is available in woodgrain or brushed aluminum trim. The gauge package is optional, as it the 7-inch touch-screen display. Photo: Jim Park