SAF-Holland fifth wheels to take moderate, severe-duty standard positioning on Freightliner, Western Star trucks
SAF-Holland’s FW35 and FW70 fifth wheels will take standard position on various Freightliner and Western Star tractors.
Daimler Truck Financial launches new program for Freightliner, Western Star trucks
Daimler Truck Financial (DTF) and Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) have launched the Keep the World Moving finance program. Designed for drivers and commercial vehicle operators supporting critical infrastructure, the Keep the World Moving program offers Freightliner and Western Star Trucks customers the ability to delay first payments for 120 days on eligible, new Freightliner
Minimizer releases new floor mats for Western Star trucks
Minimizer has released five new Custom Molded Floor Mat kits for 2016-2018 Western Star trucks. “The differences between cabs can be so small, such as whether the truck has a driver side electrical tray,” said Craig Kruckeberg, chief executive officer and chief visionary for Minimizer. “We have to take every little thing into account. Otherwise,
Roll Stability Control now available on Western Star Trucks
Meritor WABCO Roll Stability Control (RSC) is now available on Western Star 4700, 4800 and 4900 truck models equipped with Meritor antilock braking systems.
Eaton UltraShift Plus now available in Western Star Trucks
The Eaton UltraShift Plus automated transmission is available for all Detroit Diesel DD13-equipped Western Star 4900 day-cab configuration truck models. It will be available for DD13 and Cummins ISL-equipped Western Star 4700 trucks in January.
Daimler Truck Financial offers new finance program for Freightliner, Western Star construction trucks
Daimler Truck Financial (DTF) is rolling out a new finance program for Freightliner and Western Star vocational trucks in the construction segment. This new option offers qualified buyers up to 120 days to make their first payment. In addition to the 120 days to first payment finance option, DTF has several vocational-specific finance alternatives and
Western Star 5700XE on-highway, XD off-road trucks test drive
From sun-baked asphalt to dirt-caked job sites, Western Star trucks seek out tough jobs and tackle them with gusto. On-highway that means producing a premium reward truck to retain drivers with the 5700XE. In vocational segments, it’s all about crafting a durable, dependable tool to take on the task with the XD off-road lineup. After
Western Star introduces 2nd reverse transmission for heavy-duty trucks
The new Allison 4700RDS 2nd reverse transmission for the construction segment is ideal for mixer and dump applications. It offers a second, “deep reverse” in addition to the standard reverse to provide greater control and engine braking during operation on steep grades.
Western Star adds vocational truck safety features
The X-series vocational trucks will be adding a new active brake assist feature, among other options.
How Western Express cut accident rates dramatically
From technology to training, Western Express talks about its strategy to exceed its road safety standards.
