Peterbilt introduces Model 579 Epiq day cab
Peterbilt has added the Model 579 Epiq day cab to its lineup of trucks, the company announced. According to Peterbilt, this builds on the success of the aerodynamic Model 579 Epiq sleeper truck. “Fleets wanting to operate fuel-efficient day cabs have been an underserved market, and Peterbilt is pleased to provide the new Model 579 Epiq
Kenworth launches T680 Advantage day cab
Kenworth Truck Co. has introduced the Kenworth T680 Advantage day cab for pickup and delivery and regional-haul operators. The T680 Advantage day cab package includes the 2016 PACCAR MX-13 or MX-11 engine and the Eaton Fuller Advantage series 10-speed automated transmission, combined with Meritor MT40-14X drive axles rated at 40,000 lbs., Kenworth Driver Performance Assistant, Kenworth predictive cruise control,
Chevrolet’s Low Cab Forward trucks are heading to dealers
Chevrolet’s new Low Cab Forward trucks are now shipping to Chevrolet dealers across the country, marking Chevrolet’s return to the medium-duty truck market. The trucks are offered in regular cab and crew cab body styles, with either a 6.0L V-8 gas engine, a 3.0L turbo-diesel engine or a 5.2L turbo-diesel engine. All engines are mated to
Wix Filters launches cabin air filter line with Microban antimicrobial protection
Wix Filters is launching cabin air filters exclusively enhanced with Microban antimicrobial product protection. The filters in the new line are protected from the growth of bacteria, mold and mildew to help keep negative elements from entering a vehicle’s interior, and keep cabin air fresh for the lifetime of the product. “We are absolutely thrilled
Ford introduces 2017 Super Duty chassis cab lineup
Ford Motor Co. has introduced its 2017 Super Duty chassis cab lineup, which includes the F-350, F-450 and F-550 chassis cabs. Highlights of the 2017 lineup, according to Ford, include: best-in-class front gross axle weight rating of 7,500 lbs.; a gross combined weight rating of best-in-class 40,000 lbs. – meaning a fully loaded Super Duty chassis cab and trailer can carry
Ram Commercial showcases 2016 chassis cab lineup
Ram Commercial showcases its 2016 chassis cab lineup, which includes the 2016 Ram 3500, 4500 and 5500 Chassis Cab trucks. The company highlights the features of the 2016 chassis cab vehicles, which include: offering the most Power Take-off (PTO) options, offer a best-in-class 60 horsepower of PTO output, best-in-class capability and best-in-class total cost of ownership, Gross Combined Weight Ratings
Ford to produce F-Series Super Duty chassis cab at Ohio Assembly Plant
Ford Motor Co. has announced that its Ohio Assembly Plant will support additional production of the 2017 Ford F-Series Super Duty chassis cab. Together with Ford’s Kentucky Truck Plant, Ohio Assembly will produce F-350, F-450 and F-550 Super Duty chassis cab configurations. The Sheffield Lake, Oh.-based plant, which employs about 1,400 workers, currently manufactures Ford’s F-650 and F-750 in addition to
Inside Kenworth’s 76-in. mid-roof sleeper cab (T680, T880)
Kenworth Truck Co.’s new 76-in. mid-roof sleeper for the Kenworth T680 and T880 is in production. The 76-in. mid-roof sleeper is optimized for bulk tank, flatbed and other truck operators who prefer a lower roof, aerodynamic, light weight truck that has the comforts of Kenworth’s 76-in. high-roof sleeper for driver retention and recruitment. The new
Quantum Technologies releases new Q-Cab 180 DGE
Quantum Technologies has announced the release of a new product, the Q-Cab 180 DGE. Quantum claims that this new back of the cab CNG system has the highest fuel capacity in the industry. According to the company, these are the benefits of the new Q-Cab 180 DGE: * Available in 160 DGE and 180 DGE *
Expanding lineup: Chevrolet unveils medium-duty low-cab-forward models
Recently, returning the brand to a segment of the commercial vehicle market, Chevrolet announced it will begin offering low-cab-forward medium-duty trucks in the United States in 2016. The news followed an agreement between General Motors and Isuzu Motors, under which Isuzu will produce the low-cab-forward models based on its N-Series vehicles, and GM will continue
