Mack Trucks: Tackling the industry’s biggest challenges
The two biggest challenges these days are the cost of fuel and the lack of qualified drivers. According to Stu Russoli, Mack Trucks construction product marketing manager, “Mack’s integrated powertrain components are designed to seamlessly work together to help the efficiency of transferring power from the engine to the wheels, thus saving fuel.” He goes
Mack Trucks offers special financing for military personnel
Mack Trucks Financial Services is offering returning veterans special financing terms for new Mack commercial vehicles, in recognition of the dedication and sacrifice of U.S. military service men and women, the company said. Recent veterans who have received an honorable discharge can receive a .50% (50 basis points) discount off the approved finance rates from
Mack Trucks achieves SEP Platinum Mature Energy Pathway Certification
The Macungie Cab and Vehicle Assembly operation of Mack Trucks in Macungie, Penn., has become the first U.S. manufacturing facility to receive platinum-level certification in the American National Standards Institute (ANSI)/ MSE 50021:2012 Superior Energy Performance (SEP) in Mature Energy Pathway category. The certification means that the Mack plant demonstrated an energy performance improvement of
Mack Trucks unleashes GuardDog Connect telematics solution
Mack Trucks launched Mack GuardDog Connect, a telematics solution built upon the existing Mack GuardDog maintenance monitoring system. GuardDog Connect enables quick diagnosis of issues, proactive scheduling for repairs and confirmation that needed parts are in stock and ready to install, all while the truck is still on the job.
Mack Trucks named Stephen Roy North American president
Mack Trucks Inc. announced that Stephen Roy has been named president of North American Sales and Marketing, effective Jan. 1, 2014. Roy has led the company’s aftermarket business since 2008, and will succeed Kevin Flaherty, who is retiring after more than 40 years of dedicated service.
Volvo Trucks & Mack Trucks streamline service and repair
To maximize vehicle uptime, Volvo Trucks and Mack Trucks are now equipping all new vehicles with Quick Response (QR) codes. The factory-equipped unique QR codes are tied to a vehicle’s VIN number.
Mack Trucks offers advanced collision avoidance technology
Mack Trucks has expanded its safety offering for on-highway customers with the addition of collision mitigation technology that can help avoid rear-end collisions. The Bendix Wingman Advanced – A Collision Mitigation Technology is now an option on all Mack Pinnacle highway models.
Mack Trucks expands NG-powered options
The truck maker plans to offer NG-powered versions of the Mack Pinnacle and Mack Granite models in 2013, both of which will utilize the Cummins Westport ISX12 G engine.
Mack Trucks offers MVASIST at no cost to new truck buyers
Mack is offering the MVASIST fleet service management platform at no charge to customers who purchase a new Mack truck. The web-based system allows fleet managers, service providers and dealers to work together in real time to expedite repairs and maximize up-time.
New WIX Filters air filter for Mack Trucks exceeds OE performance
WIX Filters engineers have designed a new aftermarket air filter that outperforms the original equipment (OE) for Mack Truck applications, the company said. The new WIX 42808 increases filter capacity over the OE design by 25 percent and wet capacity/filter life by better than 14 percent, according to the manufacturer, while equaling the efficiency of the OE filter.