Kenworth launches over-the-air updates for Class 8 trucks with newer MX engines
Kenworth has launched the Kenworth TruckTech+ Over-The-Air system to provide the latest engine and aftertreatment software updates for Class 8 Kenworth trucks equipped with a 2017 or newer model year PACCAR MX-13 or PACCAR MX-11 engine. The feature was announced in October and has now been launched. Customers with active Kenworth TruckTech+ subscriptions can access
Gallery: News and photos from Work Truck Show 2020
Fleet Equipment visited the 20th anniversary of the annual NTEA Work Truck Show in Indianapolis to catch up on all the latest news and equipment from the medium-duty, vocational and construction segments. Check out photos and all the news from the show below. Cummins displayed its medium-duty B6.7 and L9 engines, both of which will
Matching truck axles to the right vocational jobsite
Application: The Alpha and Omega of equipment spec’ing. Start with the right spec to work as productively as possible with that spec. “Vocational applications place a wide variety of demands on the drivetrain,” said Tony Sablar, vocational marketing manager for Peterbilt. “Consider the differences between a flatbed hauling materials to a construction site and the
What’s the right axle ratio for vocational trucks?
Carrying your vocational load means balancing the right axle ratio with the right axle weight rating. Just as advanced engine technology and deeper integration have enabled faster axle ratios on-highway, so too have those engine efficiencies translated to the vocational world. “Today’s engines are more advanced and efficient than ever,” said Kelly Gedert, director of
Kenworth to collaborate with Meritor on electric powertrain development
Kenworth is developing T680E battery-electric vehicles with help from Meritor.
Fleet Profile: Hardy Brothers is dedicated to professionalism
The emphasis on safety at Hardy Brothers is supported by investing heavily in technology.
Sioux Falls Kenworth adds new parts, service dealership in Nebraska
The facility features an 8,600 square-foot service department with eight service bays.
Futuristic diesel engine offerings: An overview
Trucking companies detail what they’re working on to help fleets meet 2021 emissions standards.
Upfitting efficiency: Vocational resources
OEMs are making available a range of resources where fleets can access valuable help for customizing light- and medium-duty vocational trucks.
Kenworth, Dana collaborate on electric truck powertrain development
The companies made an announcement in conjunction at this year’s CES in Las Vegas.
Manufacturers continue to roll out electric medium-duty trucks
Peterbilt, Kenworth, Navistar, Daimler, Freightliner and Cummins are a few of the companies making recent leaps in electric medium-duty truck development.
Photo Gallery: Kenworth W990 delivers U.S. capitol Christmas tree
The Capitol Christmas Tree, transported by Wilbanks Trucking Services, stopped at more than 25 community events during its journey across America.
