Kenworth has introduced an airbrake package with a 23,000-lb. rear axle for enhanced road capacity for the K370 cabover.
Combined with the K370’s standard 12,000-lb. front axle, the new axle offering increases the K370’s gross combination weight rating to 35,000 lbs.
The package features the Dana S23-172 or S23-172E rear axle, 1710 drivelines, 22.5-in. tires, 16.5- by 7-in. brakes, cast drums, hubs and slacks. The package is not available with rear disc brakes.
Mack and Coastal Waste & Recycling developed a route to favor for the LR Electric’s range, so it can complete a full day’s work.
Coastal Waste & Recycling took delivery of its first battery-electric refuse vehicle, the Mack LR Electric model. Mack executives handed over the vehicle during an e-mobility event with the company in Pompano Beach, FL.
Mack tells us that the Coastal Waste & Recycling LR Electric is equipped with an automated side loader. The two companies worked together to develop favorable routing for the LR Electric to ensure that the refuse truck will complete a full day’s work in residential and certain specialized commercial applications.
The inaugural Trailer Tech Expo is slated for February 25-27, 2025 in Reno, Nevada.
Tested in its Mullen One Class 1 EV cargo van, Mullen says the integrated battery pack performed better than expected.
Mack says this will help customers test Class 6-8 trucks in the real world, to see if the vehicles can function in their fleet.
The company says it released more than 200 light-and heavy-duty aftermarket parts in February, developed for technicians and DIY customers.
Kenworth selected executives representing 480 dealerships for its Dealer Council, and named eight members for its Parts Council.
After a driver beat breast cancer, the company wrapped her truck in pink and white to support her goal of raising awareness.
Rethinking traditional truck spec’ing notions, spotlighting sustainability in diesel technology.
The competition is searching for America’s top rookie military veteran driver, who transitioned into trucking after military service.
