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TEC Equipment Becomes First Volvo EV Dealer in Oregon →

Volvo Trucks North America announced that its largest West Coast dealer group, TEC Equipment, has completed the Volvo Trucks Certified Electric Vehicle (EV) Dealership training program at its fourth location in Portland, Oregon. TEC Equipment's Portland dealership, which also serves as its corporate headquarters, is Oregon's first dealership to achieve the certification, signifying that TEC's sales and service teams have completed the robust training required to support customers with deploying Volvo VNR Electric trucks. Click for more...

Monroe Truck Equipment to Present as Brand of Aebi Schmidt Group at 2023 NTEA Work Truck Week →

Monroe Truck Equipment will debut as a member of the Aebi Schmidt Group during the 2023 Work Truck Week taking place at Indiana Convention Center on March 8 to 10 at booth #1721. Monroe Truck Equipment will be exhibiting a Z-DumpPRO Premier body with a Cat Cage catalytic converter protector, and a Municipal patrol truck package. The Monroe team will be alongside Meyer, Swenson and Schmidt brands displaying a variety of powerful snow and ice management equipment. Click for more...

Kenworth T680 Signature Edition Celebrates Company's 100th Anniversary →

Kenworth introduced the T680 Signature Edition as part of the Kenworth 100th anniversary celebration during 2023. The new offering is available with Kenworth's 76-in. mid- and high-roof sleeper configurations. The Signature Edition Diamond VIT features a black interior with legacy red stitching accents throughout the cab and sleeper. The package also includes a Kenworth 100 branded GT703 seat with red accents special brushed platinum dash and door trim, and Kenworth 100 logo stitched into the sleeper back wall. Click for more...

Kenworth W900 Limited Edition Recognizes Industry's Esteemed Classic Model →

Kenworth is celebrating its centennial throughout 2023. To commemorate this major historic milestone, Kenworth introduced its 100th anniversary Kenworth W900 Limited Edition. "The Kenworth W900 is an all-time classic and iconic truck in the industry that is still admired on the road and at truck shows," said Jim Walenczak, Kenworth assistant general manager for sales and marketing. "As a long-time staple of Kenworth's history, there is no better way to kick off our year-long 100th anniversary celebration than by launching this Kenworth W900 Limited Edition." The special model is available in three configurations — 86-in. Click for more...

VIDEO: Drivers Experience Fuel Efficiency Without Compromise With Volvo Trucks I-Torque →

Volvo Trucks North America reported that fleets across North America are increasingly choosing to spec trucks with Volvo I-Torque technology — its innovative powertrain solution that delivers best-in-class fuel efficiency for Class 8 diesel freight trucks. Introduced in early 2022, Volvo I-Torque is being utilized by fleets to maximize fuel efficiency without compromising performance, drivability or productivity, according to the manufacturer. Click for more...

Volvo Trucks Expands Access to EV Chargers With Additions to Vendor Direct Shipping Program →

Volvo Trucks North America has added an additional vendor, Gilbarco Veeder-Root, to its Vendor Direct Shipping program, further enabling customers to procure mobile and fixed electric vehicle (EV) charging hardware solutions directly from Volvo Trucks dealers when they purchase Volvo VNR Electric trucks. The program was initially launched in September 2022 with Heliox as its first vendor. "Volvo Trucks continues to expand our network of technology partners and service providers to provide comprehensive electromobility solutions that enable our fleet customers to streamline the deployment of Volvo VNR Electric trucks," said Peter Voorhoeve, president, Volvo Trucks North America. Click for more...

A Century of Innovation: Kenworth Turns 100 in 2023 →

Throughout the last century, more than 1.3 million trucks have hauled goods across the United States and Canada roadways with the Kenworth badge on the grill. In 2023, Kenworth begins a year-long celebration, commemorating its 100th anniversary and contributions to the transportation industry. The history of Kenworth began in 1923 when Harry W. Kent and Edgar K. Worthington incorporated the Gersix Motor Company as Kenworth. Click for more...

Felling Trailers Awarded Sourcewell Contract Renewal →

Felling Trailers Inc. , a national leader in industrial and commercial trailers, has recently been awarded a cooperative purchasing contract in the Trailers category at Sourcewell. Felling Trailers Inc. was awarded a Sourcewell contract following a rigorous request for proposal process resulting in contracts that meet, or exceed, local procurement requirements. Sourcewell is a self-sustaining government organization helping government, education and nonprofit agencies with access to cooperative purchasing solutions. Click for more...

Isuzu at ConExpo-Con/AGG 2023 →

Isuzu has proven to be reliable, eco-friendly, durable and technologically advanced, according to the company. Its Tier IV and Stage V engines and power units, branded under Isuzu REDTech, provide quiet, low maintenance and fuel-efficient solutions for existing and new applications. From 6.7 to 397 kW, these engines and power units are precision tuned for its highest efficiency, while reducing oil and fuel consumption. Click for more...

Rockview Farms Deploys Volvo LIGHTS Final VNR Trucks →

Volvo Trucks North America customer Rockview Farms, a family owned and operated dairy business in Southern California, deployed two Volvo VNR Electric trucks to support farm-to-customer deliveries of local California milk. The zero-tailpipe emissions battery-electric trucks will help reduce noise and emissions in the neighborhoods surrounding Rockview Farms' facility in Downey, California, which is the central hub for deliveries throughout the greater Los Angeles area. Click for more...

XL Specialized Trailers Launches Guardian HDG Trailer →

XL Specialized Trailers, a manufacturer of heavy haul and specialized trailers, introduced the XL Guardian 110 HDG trailer, a standardized construction trailer that is readily available at dealer locations. Each aspect of this low-profile, hydraulic detachable gooseneck lowboy was designed with the user in mind, and it's made to simplify the process of hauling construction equipment. "While we specialize in the customization of our trailers, the Guardian is an exciting new trailer for us, as it is a stock trailer that is ready to hit the road," said Tom Hiatt, director of sales at XL. Click for more...

NTEA Names Latest Companies Earning MVP Status →

Because standards don't raise themselves, NTEA's Member Verification Program (MVP) acknowledges the companies leading the industry to excellence. Fleet managers, truck dealers and OEMs know truck equipment manufacturers and distributors with MVP status have implemented specific business and quality standards and comply with federal regulations. New MVP members (since Oct. 1, 2022) Aspen Equipment Co. Click for more...

Trail King Awarded Sourcewell Contract →

Trail King Industries, a leading North American trailer manufacturer, announced it has once again been awarded a national cooperative contract through Sourcewell in the trailers with related equipment, accessories and services category. Trail King Industries Inc. was awarded a Sourcewell contract following a rigorous request for proposal process resulting in contracts that meet, or exceed, local procurement requirements. Click for more...

Kenworth, Platform Science Announce Partnership to Integrate Innovative Virtual Vehicle Solution in Kenworth Trucks →

Kenworth and Platform Science announced a partnership that will integrate Platform Science's Virtual Vehicle platform into Kenworth trucks using factory installed telematics hardware. "TruckTech+ has built a great foundation for the Kenworth connected vehicle since 2017. Through this partnership Kenworth will expand its telematics system to provide customers with third party applications through the Virtual Vehicle platform," said Kevin Baney, Kenworth general manager and PACCAR vice president. Click for more...

Volvo Group Venture Capital AB Invests in Waabi, Developing Next Generation of Autonomous Trucking Technology →

Volvo Group Venture Capital AB has invested in the Canadian founded company Waabi Innovation Inc. developing the next generation of autonomous trucking technology. The investment highlights the companies' shared commitment to redefine the way we move goods and to accelerate the deployment of future transport solutions. "The company Waabi is using advanced artificial intelligence technology to test, assess skills and ultimately teach a virtual driver to maneuver safely and efficiently in a commercial-ready autonomous trucking solution. Click for more...

Mack Granite Refresh Offers Clearer View of What's Ahead →

Mack Trucks debuted an updated Mack Granite model at World of Concrete 2023, Jan. 17 to 19, 2023, at the Las Vegas Convention Center. The refreshed vocational truck features a new, more modern fascia with an updated chrome grille and self-heating LED headlamps that offer brighter illumination, improving forward visibility by up to 29 percent and peripheral visibility by up to 50 percent. "The Mack brand is focused on building reliable, safe and comfortable products that help businesses maximize productivity," said Jonathan Randall, president of Mack Trucks North America. Click for more...

Felling Trailers Adds Low Pro Heavy Duty Models to Deck-Over Tag Line →

Felling Trailers Inc. added the Low Pro Heavy Duty (LP HD) models to its deck-over tag line. Wideset heavy construction equipment like mid-size crawler excavators and dozers can be challenging for any seasoned equipment hauler. The equipment is typically oversized, particularly heavy and unique in shape (length, height and width). The LP HD has been designed and engineered for transporting heavy (near 50 to 60K load capacities) wideset loads, like excavators, dozers, and other construction equipment. Click for more...

New Trucks, EVs, Equipment, More Launching at Work Truck Week 2023 →

New electric and internal combustion commercial vehicles are among the dozens of products slated to debut during Work Truck Week 2023. As North America's largest work truck event, Work Truck Week has long been the launching pad for new commercial vehicles, bodies, equipment and technology — and 2023 is shaping up to be no different. New products on tap for the event include EV and internal combustion chassis, truck bodies, accessories, auxiliary power solutions, electric PTOs, software, and snow and ice control equipment. Click for more...

SmithCo to Display SX7 Side Dump Trailer at ConExpo →

SmithCo Side Dump Trailers, an industry leader in side dump trailer design and manufacturing, will display its newest model, the SX7, at ConExpo-Con/AGG in Las Vegas, March 14-18. SmithCo's SX7 is the industry's first 7-axle side dump trailer. With a 40-ft. tub and 53-ft. trailer, the SX7's advanced design allows operators with a standard commercial license to haul up to 40-tons in a single trailer with easier maneuverability and less upfront cost than doubles or train set, according to the manufacturer. Click for more...

McCann Adds Thunder Creek to Equipment Line Up →

Equipment dealer McCann Industries Inc. has added Thunder Creek Equipment fuel and service trailers to its product offerings. McCann is a family-owned business and market leader in equipment supply sales, with nine locations throughout the Chicago metro, northern Indiana and southwestern Michigan. Thunder Creek Equipment designs and manufactures innovative, premium diesel fuel and service trailers and maintenance products that are used in a variety of industries including construction, roadbuilding, oil and gas and utility construction. Click for more...

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