Mack Trucks to Focus on Fuel Efficiency at ATA MC&E 2019

Tue October 01, 2019
Mack Trucks

Mack Trucks announced it will focus on the fuel efficiency of its Mack Anthem model at the American Trucking Associations (ATA) Management Conference and Exhibition (MC&E) 2019 Oct. 5-9 at the San Diego Convention Center.

"Our fleet customers' bottom lines are significantly impacted by the expense associated with fuel, so Mack will be introducing new options to improve fuel efficiency, resulting in a better return on investment," said Roy Horton, director of product strategy of Mack Trucks. "Further improving the fuel efficiency of our already best-in-class Mack Anthem model makes this truck an even wiser choice for customers."

Both Mack Anthem models on display at the show are equipped with Mack proprietary powertrains. The Mack Anthem models also feature Mack GuardDogConnect, Mack's integrated telematics solution that proactively monitors vehicle performance, detects fault codes and prompts outreach from trained technicians at Mack's OneCall Center. These "uptime agents" work with customers to determine the best way to address a situation, including scheduling repair time at a dealer and ensuring parts are in stock, all while the truck is still on the road.

All Anthem models also feature Mack Over The Air, which enables remote powertrain component programming and the setting of vehicle parameters such as speed limits — without having to bring the truck into the shop.

Mack models on display in Mack booth No. 4085 at ATA MC&E include:

Mack Anthem 70-inch Stand Up Sleeper

Engine: Mack MP8-445C; 445 hp; 1,860 lb.-ft. of torque

Transmission: Mack mDRIVE 12-speed overdrive

Features: Mack FXL12 12,000 lb. front axle; Mack Maxlite 40EZ 40,000 lb. air suspension; Bendix Wingman Fusion front collision warning with automatic emergency braking and adaptive cruise control; Mack Road Stability Advantage; Mack ClearTech One exhaust aftertreatment system

Mack Anthem Day Cab

Engine: Mack MP7-425E; 425 horsepower; 1,360/1,560 lb.-ft. of torque

Transmission: Mack mDRIVE 12-speed overdrive

Features: Mack FXL12 12,000 lb. front axle; Mack S40 40,000 lb. rear axle; Mack AL402 40,000 lb. rear air suspension; Mack 150/151 carriers with driver-controlled differential locks; Mack Road Stability Advantage by Bendix; Bendix Wingman Fusion front collision warning with automatic emergency braking and adaptive cruise control; Mack Road Stability Advantage; Mack ClearTech One exhaust aftertreatment system.

For more information, visit www.macktrucks.com.