Can a change in application impact your truck axles?
The easy answer to the headline question is: Yes! The more complicated answer to the seemingly simple follow up: How? … that will take some explaining. The impact on your equipment operation The pandemic put all fleets in a do-what-you-gotta-do predicament. With so much uncertainty, no one could fault you for rolling your trucks into
Your questions about electric trucks, answered
Despite the many unexpected challenges that 2020 has brought to every industry, progress towards electrification continues in the trucking industry. For evidence of that, look no further than the plethora of electrification news that the late summer brought us, from Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA)’s Customer Experience fleet of companies that will test eCascadia and
DTNA selects FleetNet as new Roadside Assistance partner
Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) has introduced new roadside assistance programs for both Freightliner and Western Star customers. Under the new programs, DTNA will utilize FleetNet America to provide emergency roadside assistance services, including towing and recovery, mobile truck repair, tire repair and more. The new programs are designed to give Freightliner and Western Star
DTNA announces annual Technician Skills Competition winners
Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) recently hosted its annual Technician Skills Competition, which tests the abilities of technicians from Freightliner and Western Star dealerships and Detroit distributors in the U.S. and Canada to diagnose and repair a variety of DTNA’s vehicle and engine products. Out of the 1073 participants who entered this year’s virtual competition
SelecTrucks opens new center in Winnipeg
SelecTrucks opened a new location in Winnipeg on Aug. 17, the company announced. SelecTrucks of Winnipeg is the 30th location in the SelecTrucks network, the fourth SelecTrucks center to open this year and the second SelecTrucks center in Canada. SelecTrucks of Winnipeg is part of the Transolutions Truck Centres group of companies. Like all SelecTrucks
State of Sustainable Fleets report: Most fleets plan to increase, continue use of alternative fuels
Gladstein, Neandross & Associates (GNA) has released the results of a new “State of Sustainable Fleets” report, sponsored by Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA), Shell Oil Co., Penske Transportation Solutions and Exelon Corp. Among the findings of the report: Natural gas, propane, battery electric, and hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles, the four sustainable vehicle technology platforms
SelecTrucks opens new center in Georgia
SelecTrucks, retailer of used trucks in North America, opened the doors at its newest location, SelecTrucks of Chattanooga in Georgia. It is the third SelecTrucks center to open this year and the 29th store in its network. According to the company, SelecTrucks of Chattanooga is well-situated to conveniently serve customers travelling on the busy I-75
DTNA introducing service enhancements this year
Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) is expanding its suite of service technology and customer solutions with the rollout of Techlane, Service Pre-Authorization, and TechAssist this year. These enhancements to DTNA’s service process are designed to increase technician efficiency and service bay throughput, complementing network capacity gained through recent dealership expansions, and helping to propel DTNA
Watch: Three ways today’s electric trucks are inspiring the electric trucks of tomorrow
Electric trucks have hit the road. Right now, electric trucks from both Peterbilt and Kenworth are in use in California ports; electric Freightliner and Fuso models from Daimler Trucks North America are in use by customers; and Volvo Trucks and Mack both have their own electric models that debuted early this year. There’s a lot
Alliance Parts adds new locations, product lines
Alliance Parts, a brand of Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA), has recently opened several new locations, including its 100th location in Lexington, South Carolina. Alliance Parts’ retail footprint is complemented by an increasing portfolio of parts. Recently opened Alliance Parts retail channels include locations at the following dealerships: Boston Freightliner in Brockton, Mass.; Camions B
What makes Level 2 autonomy the ultimate driver’s assistant
Level 2 automation has been a game-changer in terms of safety for about a decade now, and manufacturers continue to churn out better versions of this technology every year. Active steering, automatic emergency braking—you’ve heard the terms and you have a good sense of what they do, but how do the companies behind this technology
DTNA opens Extended Next coverage options to Extended Engine warranty customers
Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) has expanded its Extended Next program as an option for all levels of active Extended Engine Coverage. Extended Next was previously only available to customers who had purchased specific levels of Extended Engine Coverage. Extended Next is a warranty that allows customers to continue with the OEM level of coverage
