Trucking News

Volvo’s new VNX heavy-haul series has all the brawn you need for heavy-haul applications like logging, heavy equipment transport, and long combination vehicles. These durable, yet polished, additions to the lineup have up to 605 horsepower and 2,050 pounds per foot of torque. In the midst of the company’s revitalization of their product range, this series was the next logical step in complementing both their VNR series for regional hauls and their VNL series for long hauls.

Visitors at the recently held 2018 Work Truck Show had the privilege of visiting the Freightliner Trucks booth in order to explore their wide range of truck models. Guests could also explore the powertrain and connectivity solutions that Freightliner Trucks has established in order to meet the needs of vocational and medium-duty applications. The booth also showcased several alternative-fuel solutions, which contributed to making the experience both relative and informative.

At the recent 2018 Work Truck Show, Knapheide Manufacturing Company unveiled their all new aluminum service and aluminum platform bodies. These additions are, in part, thanks to the company’s new approach to design, manufacturing, and testing, as well as a long-standing dedication to high-quality work-ready solutions. The incorporation of these new body types reinforces Knapheide’s commitment to providing an optimum portfolio of aluminum truck bodies to their customers.

Mack Trucks recently announced enhancements made to their Mack Granite Medium Heavy Duty (MHD) model. Meant to increase functionality and application flexibility, the model is now a great lightweight option that doesn’t sacrifice durability. The announcements was made at the 2018 Work Truck Show, March 6-9, in Indianapolis, Indiana.

International Truck has now added the last piece of the puzzle to their lineup by introducing the new medium-duty trucks. The launch of their 6/7 International MV series completes the company’s Project Horizon product refresh. The debut came at the recent 2018 Work Truck Show, where the project’s initiatives were demonstrated via the truck’s improved cab design and driver-centric enhancements already typical of their Class 8 vehicles.

Muncie Power Products’ investment in the latest noise reduction technology has now brought you the all new quiet power take-off, the FR6Q. A patent-pending spring-loaded rocker mechanism means that gear rattle noise is essentially a thing of the past when it comes to a quiet power take-off. The part is designed to fit Ford 6R140 transmissions in several Ford truck models and is suited for several heavy-duty jobs.

XL Hybrids has announced that the first-ever hybrid-electric Ford F-250 will be unveiled at the 2018 NTEA Work Truck Show March 6-9 in Indianapolis, IN. For trucks using rugged towing, hauling, or utility applications, these new hybrid-electrics enjoy up to 25% increased miles per gallon and reduced CO2 emissions. At booth #3075, you’ll be able to see three electrified Ford pickup trucks, including the XLH hybrid-electric F-250 and the XLP plug-in hybrid-electric F-150, and you’ll also have the opportunity to hear from a panel on vehicle electrification. You’ll even be able to walk underneath the lifted trucks in order to easily see you yourself how easily XL systems integrate with Ford trucks.

Starting on February 5th of this year, vehicle production with the use of their new Detroit DD8 engines would be underway at Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA). The latest addition to their already extensive powertrain portfolio, the overall success of the engine thus far is a testament to the company’s dedication to high quality and variety. Since the announcement, overall market leadership for the engine has increased, as well as Detroit’s leadership for medium-duty and vocational markets.

Western Global is living up to its reputation as an industry-wide leader in innovative fuel storage solutions with the rollout of their new Fuel Island. The lineup of these self-contained fuel stations, complete with remote monitoring technology, as well as integrated, cloud-based remote monitoring equipment for fuel consumption tracking, allows for a self-contained fuel station that can be deployed immediately and with less resources. The powerful combination of these features with Western Global’s trusted TransTank fuel tanks makes this station ideal for commercial fleet refueling.

The new Advance Charger front discharge mixer truck series by Terex is designed and built specifically for delivering concrete in urban areas. The models were unveiled at the 2018 World of Concrete event being held in Las Vegas. The new Charger truck is lighter, shorter, and offers the same tight turning radius characteristics of traditional Terex Advance front discharge mixers to meet the expectations of concrete producers delivering concrete in densely populated cities.

Western Star Trucks will showcase several of its custom-built vocational trucks and product options in the Bronze Lot of the 2018 World of Concrete event being held between Jan. 23 and Jan. 26 in Las Vegas.

Freightliner Trucks will showcase its new Detroit DD8 engine at the 2018 World of Concrete event between Jan. 23 and Jan. 26 in Las Vegas. The engine will be featured alongside other products designed for the vocational market in booth #C5427.

The new 2019 Ford Ranger midsize pickup truck will hit the road with new exterior design, a high-strength steel frame, and a 2.3-liter EcoBoost engine mated to the only 10-speed automatic transmission in the segment.

Custom truck manufacturer Western Star is revamping its 50th anniversary “Wings of Awesomeness” limited edition design package into 2018 with new colors. Customers can now brand any Western Star truck model with their choice of paint job or design their own.

You read that right. Ford is delivering its first-ever F-150 Power Stroke diesel with a targeted EPA-estimated 30 mpg highway rating. This truck is perfect for full-size truck customers who desire robust towing and payload power in conjunction with strong, efficient fuel economy. The new F-150 offers 11,400 pounds of towing capacity, 2,020 pounds of payload capacity, best-in-class diesel 250 horsepower, and 440 lb.-ft of torque.

The prototype, Mack Pinnacle, recently participated in a one-mile, zero-emission, eHighway demo in Carson, California in partnership with Siemens. The South Coast Air Quality Management District sponsored this demonstration of the Pinnacle’s fully integrated, plug-in, hybrid electric driveline. This served as a stepping stone towards the District’s ultimate goal of reducing air pollution in high-freight locations, like the nearby southern ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach, which are two of the largest ports in the United States.

Minimizer is rolling out its Super Single Fender line which consists of the 2221, 9021, 4021, and TR4021. Each is designed to fit on trucks and trailers with wide-base tires. All four Super Single Fender models are available in standard Minimizer colors and specialized finishes, with the exception of the 9021, which is not available in green.

This month Tesla revealed the world’s first-ever electric semi truck in a direct challenge to diesel semi trucks everywhere. While addressing an excited crowd at a Tesla facility in Hawthorne, California, CEO Elon Musk promised to revolutionize the hauling industry with a better, cleaner design – along with many other large claims. Companies like Walmart and the Canadian grocery chain Loblaws have already shown interest by placing small test fleet orders, but will Tesla’s energy-efficient semis really be able to outperform diesel semi trucks upon its promised 2019 release date?

IC Bus unveiled the IC Electric Bus ChargE, a zero-emissions, fully operational electric school bus, in alliance with Volkswagen Truck and Bus, making this the second electric powertrain vehicle developed between the two companies. Unveiled at the 2017 National Association for Pupil Transportation Annual Conference and Trade Show, the new concept bus not only eliminates emissions, but in turn, cuts costs for owners without sacrificing diesel-like performance. Additionally, intuitive features and controls make this CE Series concept school bus a viable and user-friendly option for schools and companies looking to reduce their footprint in early 2019, when they are expected to become available.

The Voyager SEE360 Camera System by ASA Electronics comes with four wide-angle cameras that are custom-calibrated for every vehicle to give drivers a seamless, 360° panoramic view around their entire vehicle. Automatic and manual triggering camera selections allow drivers to get the full picture of what is around them in real time.