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How Volvo Trucks aims to change preconceived powertrain notions

Rethinking traditional truck spec’ing notions, spotlighting sustainability in diesel technology.

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Inside the International S13 powertrain

As the International S13 powertrain rolls out to customers, the OEM also rolled its new engine, transmission and aftertreatment package out to TMC, held earlier this month in New Orleans. David Crowe, S13 integrated sales manager at International Trucks, walked us around the powertrain that is characterized by its dual overhead cam engine design, which

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PACCAR TX-12 Pro automated transmission introduced in Kenworth trucks

The new transmission will get its start in the Kenworth T680 and T880 trucks.

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ZF to invest $700M in U.S. plant, transmission production

$500M will go to a manufacturing expansion, on top of $200M already announced for ramping up U.S. production of PowerLine transmissions.

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Volvo Trucks new VNL: Lineup overview

We dive into the VNL’s fuel efficiency, safety and take it for a spin.

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BorgWarner announces JV with Chinese HD parts supplier

BorgWarner plans to team up with Shaanxi Fast Auto Drive Group, a Chinese supplier known for transmission and drivetrain systems.

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Eaton Cummins transmissions available in International LT, HX trucks

Paired with the Cummins X15 engine, the Endurant XD and Endurant XD Pro are available in these trucks as part of the Cummins integrated powertrain.

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Volvo Trucks talks new VNL spec’ing, technology and SuperTruck influence

The OEM addressed questions about its newest truck in a recent Q&A event.

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Transtar Holding Co. acquires Arch Auto Parts

Arch Auto Parts, which has 21 locations throughout New York City and surrounding areas, will become part of Transtar’s NexaMotion Group.

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The heavy-duty truck equipment Trend of the Year

Here’s a hint—it’s not what you expected.

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How spec’ing for fuel efficiency can help make fleets more sustainable

For every gallon of diesel saved, there’s a reduction of 22.4 pounds of CO2 emissions. This contributes to environmental sustainability.

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Fuel Efficiency Faceoff finish line

Now we come to the answer to the question that started it all:  How fuel efficient can a new truck driver be? As we saw in the first half of the Fuel Efficiency Faceoff drive pitting Super Spec’er Joel Morrow against CDL-newbie Jason Morgan, handing a new driver the keys to a hyper fuel-efficient truck

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