The perfect combination: The Zen of creating the optimum downsped engine/axle/drivetrain mix
Most truck engines, today, run at around 1,450 RPM at cruising speed to provide the 200 HP needed at the wheel-end. Engine downspeeding allows the truck to operate consistently in a more efficient range, generally between 1,100 to 1,200 RPM, while maintaining the same 200 HP at the wheel end. As a result, fuel efficiency
Kenworth announces three new options for vocational trucks
Kenworth Truck Co. has announced three new options for its vocational lineup of trucks. Allison Transmission’s 4700 RDS seven-speed automatic transmission – with optional second “deep reverse” – can be ordered on Kenworth’s T880, T800, W900, and C500. The transmission is part of the Allison rugged duty series. “It’s a great choice for our customers operating
Peterbilt launches Red Oval Certified pre-owned truck program
Peterbilt Motors Co. has announced a new program, known as the Red Oval program, which offers certified pre-owned trucks to its customers from throughout its dealer network and PACCAR Financial Used Truck Centers. The trucks come with a free warranty, a 150-point inspection, a customer loyalty program and the option of financing through PACCAR Financial.
Peterbilt showcases vocational truck lineup
Peterbilt Motors Co. recently hosted nearly 100 customers and dealer representatives for a three-day vocational event at its Denton, Texas manufacturing facility where it showcased its product lineup, demonstrated new technologies and discussed market outlooks and trends. The event, called Commitment to Class, also included a tour of the assembly plant and test drives of a wide
Eaton adds low-speed enhancements to automated transmissions
Eaton has added two new optional features to the company’s UltraShift Plus and Fuller Advantage automated manual transmissions. The new Urge to Move and Blended Pedal features were added to enhance low-speed maneuverability in situations such as backing into a loading dock or maneuvering in a construction job site. Both options are available at no charge
Kenworth offers additional T270, T370 frame packaging options
Kenworth Truck Co. has announced the availability of two new product enhancements on the Kenworth T270 and T370: fuel tanks mounted between the frame rails behind the rear axle and a narrower battery box. Together these enhancements are part of a focused medium-duty body builder expansion program that opens up more frame packaging options for medium duty
Kenworth Predictive Cruise Control now in production
Kenworth Predictive Cruise Control is now in production for new Kenworth T680s and T880s specified with the PACCAR MX-13 engine. Available as a factory-installed option, the new Kenworth system combines cruise control with GPS. Kenworth Predictive Cruise Control is available with Eaton UltraShift and Eaton Fuller Advantage automated and manual transmissions. “By anticipating the terrain
Buying trucks with resale in mind
“A quality, premium-spec’d truck is going to command higher resale value and helps a truck stand out on a dealership’s lot,” begins Anthony Gansle, marketing manager of on-highway products for Peterbilt. “In addition to greater resale value and desirability, running high-content trucks provide fleets with numerous cost-saving advantages that factor into the total return on
Gearing up for Phase 2 GHG, fuel economy standards
In mid-June, a regulatory proposal for tighter greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and fuel economy standards for heavy- and medium-duty trucks was announced by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The long-anticipated vehicle and engine standards cover all types of trucks, including large pickups, vans and buses, for
Peterbilt’s model 567 set-forward front axle truck is in full production
Peterbilt Motor Co.’s new Model 567 set-forward front axle (SFFA) truck is now in full production. Peterbilt hosted Con-Tech Manufacturing to drive the first full production truck off the assembly line at Peterbilt’s Denton, Texas, manufacturing facility. “Customer excitement has been high for the full availability of our newest vocational workhorse, the Model 567 in a
