Trucks

Kenworth unveils 52-inch flatroof

Kenworth has unveiled a 52-inch flat roof sleeper to support applications like cranes, pumps, and car haulers. That can combine with the Kenworth AG400L rear suspension’s new 6.5-inch ride…

Cargomaxx nitrogen gas-charged shock absorbers

Dayton Parts has launched Cargomaxx heavy-duty nitrogen gas-charged shock absorbers for heavy-duty trucks. The company says they offer better ride control and cargo protection on Classes 7/8 trucks. The nitrogen…

Detroit launches eConsulting services, EV chargers

Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) has added new Detroit eConsulting services for fleets deploying electric trucks, including eFill electric commercial vehicle chargers. (Photo: DTNA)  eConsulting services are provided by a…

Kenworth C500 adds Bendix stability

Kenworth C500 owners now have the option of ordering the Bendix ESP electronic stability program with their trucks. Equipped trucks come with the Bendix 6S/6M configuration, which includes six…

Peterbilt launches electric vehicle cost calculator

Peterbilt has developed a new electric vehicle operating cost calculator for customers considering electrifying their fleets. It’s available at Peterbilt.com and helps customers evaluate the total cost of ownership for…

Isuzu updates N-Series

Isuzu has announced sweeping changes to its 2022 interim model year N-Series diesel trucks. Designated as model year 2022i vehicles, improvements include: an optional advanced driver assistance system (ADAS), including…

Mack reduces suspension weight, launches steer assist for Granite

Mack Trucks has trimmed up to 146 lb. from its mRide spring leaf over rubber block suspension when paired to Mack axles. The weight savings result from Mack casting suspension…

Peterbilt upgrades Model 567, 520

Peterbilt has introduced several upgrades to its vocational Model 567 and 520 trucks – including a new VMUX electrical system to offer added functionality that can be leveraged by…

Autocar expands on conventional models

Autocar is building on its conventional truck lineup with the new ACX Xpeditor and ACMD Xpert severe-duty model. The latest equipment comes on the heels of the Autocar DC-64M…

Volvo updates fuel economy packages

Volvo Trucks North America has enhanced the fuel economy packages for its VNL and VNR models. Chief among the changes, the proprietary D13 turbo compound engine is now standard…

Kenworth takes orders on Class 7 electric trucks

Kenworth K270E Class 6 and K370E Class 7 battery-electric trucks are now available for order. The electric powertrain draws from 141-kWh or 282-kWh battery packs that deliver respective ranges…

New options for Kenworth T270 and T370

Kenworth has unveiled several new options for its T270 and T370 medium-duty trucks. Roll-back flatbed applications are now approved for use with the Kenworth AG210L single-axle rear suspension on either…

Peterbilt taking orders for Model 220EV

Peterbilt is now taking orders on its Model 220EV battery-electric vehicle. The medium-duty offering comes in Class 6 or 7 configurations, and has a range of up to 320…

Eaton provides new PTO wet kit packages

Eaton has released new wet kit packages for end dump applications to support the Bezares line of power takeoff (PTO) units, that fit the Eaton Fuller and Eaton Cummins Endurant…

Safety upgrades for Autocar ACX cabover

Autocar is enhancing its ACX severe-duty cabover vehicles with six new safety features. The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system intervenes when the vehicle is understeering or oversteering, while the…