Watch: Mack Trucks provides market update, details limited edition Anthem
At NACV 2019, Mack Trucks’ leadership provided an end-of-the-year market update, and shared its outlook for 2020, which they see returning to more “normal” numbers compared with 2019. (Watch that video above.) They also announced the Mack Black limited edition Anthem that is currently available for order. (Watch the product announcement below. Click here to
Mack to offer Bendix Wingman Fusion with enhanced features on Anthem and Pinnacle trucks
Mack Trucks has announced that the Bendix Wingman Fusion advanced safety system with enhanced features is now available on its Anthem and Pinnacle models.
Mack introduces limited edition black Anthem
Mack Trucks has introduced the limited edition Mack Black Anthem, a special run of 500 Mack Anthem models.
Kenworth introduces over-the-air updates for newer PACCAR MX engines
Kenworth has introduced the Kenworth TruckTech+ over-the-air program, which enhances truck uptime by making it convenient for customers to load PACCAR MX engine and aftertreatment software updates beginning in December for select customers with full roll out in early 2020. Click here to read all of our NACV 2019 coverage. Kenworth Class 8 trucks equipped with
ZF to launch PowerLine automatic transmission in 2021
ZF announced that it is launching a new 8-speed automatic transmission, ZF PowerLine, for medium-duty vehicles. The transmission will be released in early 2021 in North America.
ZF announces that AxTrax electric axle is on the Freightliner Innovation Fleet eCascadia
ZF has announced that its AxTrax electric axle is being used on the eCascadia for Freightliner Trucks’ Innovation Fleet. “The ZF electric drive axle, AxTrax, offers zero-emission driving with maximized performance and minimal noise emission—ideal for battery electric vehicles, hybrid drives and fuel cell technology. It enables trucks the efficient entrance into zero-emission city zones,”
Great Dane announces FleetPulse smart trailer system
Great Dane announced the launch of its FleetPulse smart trailer telematics system. The OEM-built telematics solution offers built-in sensors that collect precise measurements directly from the trailer’s components, keeping watch over key indicators like tire inflation systems, open doors, cargo weight, burned-out lights, ABS fault codes, and actual mileage. The data is collected and reported
Dana and Lonestar Specialty Vehicles launch fully electrified terminal tractor
Dana Inc., in collaboration with Lonestar Specialty Vehicles, has announced the launch of a fully electrified terminal tractor. The new Spicer Electrified e-Powertrain system is designed and manufactured by Dana as a complete electric powertrain solution for use on vehicles built by Lonestar SV. Lonestar SV specializes in the final stage assembly and refurbishment of
Dana announces two electric powertrain partnerships
Dana Inc. has announced it is partnering with a North American commercial-vehicle manufacturer to supply complete e-Powertrain systems for a medium-duty vehicle program beginning next year. The new trucks will feature Dana’s Spicer Electrified powertrain technologies and are expected to be on the road in early 2021. Separately, Dana has also secured a new e-Powertrain
NACFE Run on Less averages 8.3 MPG in regional applications
The trucks and drivers in Run on Less Regional, a freight efficiency demonstration conducted by the North American Council for Freight Efficiency (NACFE), hit an average 8.3 miles per gallon (28 L/100km) for the three-week event, an improvement over the national average of 6.0 MPG, NACFE reported. Click here to read all of our NACV
