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NewsOctober 4, 2016

Truck Orders Mostly Hold Steady in September

Net orders of Class 8 trucks were in line with expectations, falling only slightly from the previous month’s numbers, according to preliminary numbers from FTR and ACT Research.

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Photo Galleriesby StaffOctober 4, 2016

Navistar's New Flagship LT Series Truck [Photos]

Navistar International launched its LT (for Linehaul Transport) model on Sept. 30 with enthusiastic speeches, loud rock music, and smoke-and-fire special effects. Here’s a look from the launch event and from the ATA Management Conference & Exhibition show floor. 

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Newsby Deborah LockridgeOctober 3, 2016

Truck Sales Headwinds Don't Daunt Daimler Trucks North America

LAS VEGAS — Despite a challenging truck sales environment and not hitting a few goals laid out last year, Daimler Trucks North America is still confident it can remain the industry leader in this “new normal” environment, president and CEO Martin Daum told reporters at the American Trucking Associations Management Conference & Exhibition Monday.

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ProductsOctober 3, 2016

Yokohama Announces New Ultra Wide Base Drive Tire

Yokohama Tire Corporation has introduced the BluEarth 709L ultra wide base drive tire – a SmartWay verified tire designed for fuel efficiency.

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ProductsOctober 3, 2016

Starter Made for Paccar MX-11 and MX-13 Engines

Prestolite Electric’s Leece-Neville Heavy Duty Systems brand is offering a new in-line gear reduction starter motor called the M110608 for Paccar’s MX-11 and MX-13 engines.

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NewsOctober 3, 2016

Eaton, Cummins Add Increased Torque Capacity for SmartAdvantage

Eaton and Cummins have expanded the SmartAdvantage powertrain lineup to include a new transmission model with 1,850 lb.-ft. of torque.

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ProductsOctober 3, 2016

Utility Offers Lighter, Stronger Dry Van Trailer

The 4000D-X Composite TBR model is engineered for heavy hauls that often incur a great deal of forklift abuse and lower wall rubbing, as well as with other features that help to deliver improved strength and long-term performance.

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Newsby Deborah LockridgeOctober 3, 2016

Bosch Shows off Concept of Trucking Future at IAA

Bosch shared its vision of the truck of the next decade, and showed off its latest advanced technology, at the IAA Commercial Vehicles show in Germany.

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Newsby Deborah LockridgeOctober 3, 2016

Peterbilt Adds Fuel-Efficient Day Cab

LAS VEGAS — Peterbilt has added a day cab version of its aerodynamic, fuel efficient Model 579 Epiq day cab, aimed at fuel-conscious day-cab fleet customers in regional, tanker and bulk haul applications.

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Newsby Deborah LockridgeOctober 3, 2016

Paccar Adds Drive Axle, Updates Engines

LAS VEGAS — In a step toward more integrated drivetrains in Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks, Paccar announced a new 40,000-pound tandem axle that saves weight and improves fuel economy.

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