Pete offes interior upgrades for its 379

DENTON, Tex. (Sept. 8, 1999) — Peterbilt Motors Co.’s venerable Model 379, the long-nose-and-chrome conventional that for many traditionalists defines what a highway truck ought to look like, is getting a facelift inside.

Company officials said beginning early next year the truck will be fitted with a rounded, ergonomic dash and a range of new sleeper interiors. The dash was designed to accommodate the custom gauge clusters many Model 379 users prefer. A new four-spoke steering wheel will provide a better view of instruments, the company said.

The new sleepers are based on Peterbilt’s Unibilt platform and come with added insulation to reduce noise and the SkyVent, a ceiling-mounted window which can be opened and closed electronically from the cab or sleeper.

Other new features include dual full-length closets to allow teams to keep belongings separate; an appliance center to accommodate a microwave oven, TV, and VCR; a premium sound system; factory-installed refrigerator/freezer; and a business centre for doing paperwork.