Peterbilt presents Hinz Trucking with first Model 567 Heritage
Peterbilt Motors Co. presented the first production Model 567 Heritage to Hinz Trucking, who drove it off the assembly line at Peterbilt’s Denton, Texas, manufacturing facility. Badged with Heritage logos on the grille and sleeper engraved with “No. 001,” the truck is the first of 20 Heritage trucks ordered for 2016 production by Hinz Trucking, who said
How remote diagnostics stay on top of service issues
While OEMs will share their proprietary service data through Right to Repair, they have also continued to develop their respective remote diagnostics offerings to better diagnose a truck’s problems. In fact, Remote diagnostic systems are now offered in some form by all the major truck and engine OEMs. These systems collect diagnostic data on the
Peterbilt, Cummins to work on SuperTruck II program
Peterbilt and Cummins will be embarking on a five-year program to develop technologies under the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) SuperTruck II program. The technologies will double freight efficiency to achieve Greenhouse Gas Emissions (GHG) requirements set forth for model years 2021, 2024 and 2027. “Peterbilt is proud to support the DOE’s SuperTruck II program in
Peterbilt to offer Cummins ISL-G Near Zero for Models 567, 520, 320
Peterbilt Motors Co. will now offer the Cummins Westport ISL-G Near-Zero NOx emissions natural gas engine for Models 567, 520 and 320. The ISL-G Near-Zero engine emissions are 90% lower than the current EPA NOx limit, according to the company, through the introduction of a unique three way catalyst in the after-treatment, advanced engine calibration and a
Peterbilt hosts Body Integration course
Peterbilt Motors Co. hosted its two-day Body Integration course at the Denton, Texas manufacturing facility on August 24-25. The course featured Peterbilt segment managers and experts speaking on important topics such as electrical architecture, software updates, system programming, chassis information and body company support. Peterbilt established the Body Integration course to educate class attendees on these product components and services
Hendrickson Softek NXT suspension now available on Peterbilt 579, 567
Peterbilt Motors Co. has announced the availability of the Hendrickson Softek NXT integrated monoleaf suspension and steer axle system for the Model 579 and the Model 567 with set forward axles. The next generation integrated steer system saves more than 100 lbs. compared to traditional two-leaf spring and I-beam axle systems, benefiting fuel-conscious applications such as tankers and
How simple truck maintenance can improve fuel economy
Fuel economy is always a top consideration to improve a trucking operation’s bottom line. Proper maintenance and new aerodynamic vehicles are among the ways that the trucking industry is transforming its fuel economy standards. A new era of highly advanced heavy-duty vehicles that get unprecedented fuel savings is ahead. Simple maintenance can have a big
Peterbilt adds Bendix Wingman Fusion as an option on Models 579, 567
Peterbilt Motors Co. has announced that it will begin offering the Bendix Wingman Fusion safety system as a factory-installed option on Models 579 and 567 highway tractors and vocational trucks. Wingman Fusion is a radar- and camera-based safety system that combines and cross-checks information from multiple sources to deliver enhanced rear-end collision mitigation, alerts when speeding, and braking on
Peterbilt launches special edition Model 567 Heritage
Peterbilt plans to release a special edition Model 567 Heritage—a truck that combines modern and advanced work truck technology with distinctive styling and exclusive features, the company explained. The Model 567 Heritage is configured with a 121-in. BBC and set-forward front axle (SFFA) to optimize payloads and weight distribution. It can be spec’d as a day cab or with
Peterbilt launches new Model 520 refuse collection truck
Peterbilt Motors Co. has expanded its refuse truck lineup with the new Model 520. This new model features a new dual-station cab as well as availability with the PACCAR MX-11 engine. The dual-station cab has two nearly identical work environments so drivers can operate from either the left- or right-hand side, the company said. This
The sophisticated evolution of truck engines continues to amaze
Over the last couple of decades, commercial truck engines have undergone significant changes to adapt to the demands of fleets and of government mandates. Engine manufacturers worked to reach EPA 2016 and Greenhouse Gas (GHG) 2017 requirements, which included onboard diagnostics requirements with enhanced monitors to ensure that exhaust tailpipe emissions stay within EPA limits.
Peterbilt app offers the option to build a customized 579
A new app for iPads released by Peterbilt Motors Co. allows users to build a customized Peterbilt Model 579. Among the selections users can make are choosing a truck or a tractor, a day cab or pick from a full line of sleepers, different hood lengths, exterior colors and bright packages, powertrain and other key components.