Eric Brothers, Author at Fleet Equipment Magazine
Kenworth announces details for T680 Advantage Road Tour

Truck operators will have an opportunity to explore the new Kenworth T680 Advantage during a three-month tour announced by Kenworth Truck Co. The Kenworth T680 Advantage Road Tour will visit 36 Kenworth dealer-hosted events in the U.S. and Canada. The two-country tour begins June 23 at Worldwide Equipment in Lexington, Ky. The double-expanding, 53-ft. tour

TMCSuperTech2010

Jeffrey Schlecht, Omaha TruckCenter, has earned the title of Grand Champion

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Mohawk Truck Inc.’s Christopher Tate takes top honors

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Spec’ and maintain a quality driveline and when servicing, stick to quality parts

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