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Kenny Veith, ACT Research
Articlesby Jack RobertsJune 17, 2025

Goodbye, 2027 Truck Prebuy

The much-anticipated 2027 Class 8 truck prebuy fizzled out before it ever got off the ground. HDT asked Kenny Vieth of ACT Research why.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseJune 12, 2025

Stoughton Intermodal Chassis Earns Underride Guard Award

A Stoughton intermodal chassis is the first of its kind to qualify for the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s Toughguard award for underride protection.

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Plus AI International tractor.
Newsby News/Media ReleaseJune 5, 2025

PlusAI to Go Public via Merger with Churchill Capital Corp IX

The merger is expected to provide up to $300 million in gross proceeds to fund Plus through the expected commercial launch of SuperDrive-enabled, factory-built autonomous trucks in 2027.

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Toyo Tire M655 all-weather truck tire.
Newsby News/Media ReleaseJune 3, 2025

Toyo Tires Expands M655 All-Weather Tire Line

All Toyo M655 tire sizes now carry the Three-Peak Mountain Snowflake (3PMS) designation to perform in snow and ice for true year-round reliability.

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2025 Shell SuperRigs.
Photo Galleriesby Jack RobertsJune 2, 2025

Photo Gallery: 2025 Shell Rotella SuperRigs

Customized big rigs rule at Shell Rotella's SuperRigs truck appreciation show. And this year saw some truly jaw-dropping winners.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseMay 28, 2025

Kenworth Expands Paccar TX-12 Pro Transmission Availability for MX-13 Engines

The Paccar TX-12 Pro automated transmission is now available with the Paccar MX-13 engine for Kenworth’s T680, T880, and W990 models, designed to optimize performance for on- and off-highway applications.

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Peterbilt Model 579 with Aurora Driver.
Newsby Jack RobertsMay 23, 2025

Why Aurora Put Drivers Back Behind the Wheel of Its Autonomous Trucks

Aurora remains committed to both its short- and long-term autonomous development goals, despite Paccar’s request to put a human driver back behind the wheel in Texas.

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Shell Rotella ELC HD for Heavy-Duty Engines.
Newsby Merchants ExpertsMay 20, 2025

Shell Rotella Introduces ELC HD for Heavy-Duty Engines

Shell Rotella ELC HD provides superior corrosion protection compared to conventional fully formulated coolants.

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Rise Robotics Beltdraulic all-electric liftgate.
Newsby News/Media ReleaseMay 20, 2025

Rise Robotics Launches Beltdraulic All-Electric Liftgate

With no hydraulic components to maintain, the Beltdraulic Railgate eliminates common service issues like seasonal oil changes, cracked hoses, and frequent system inspections, the company said in a press release.

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Yokohama 116R truck tire.
Newsby News/Media ReleaseMay 19, 2025

Yokohama Tire Introduces U.S.-Made 116R Regional All-position Steer Tire

Yokohama’s new 116R all-position steer tire features solid shoulder ribs resist tearing and provide uniform surface pressure to defend against irregular wear.

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