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The fuel efficiency faceoff begins!

The battle to earn the CDL is over, but the fight to crown a fuel efficiency champion is just getting started.

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Eaton Cummins Endurant XD series transmission now available at Kenworth Mexico

The automated manual transmission is now available in Kenworth T680 and T880 trucks in Mexico and Latin America. 

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Mitchell 1 updates TruckSeries with quick ABS, engine and transmission identification

The company says this can help technicians quickly locate and identify the system control module when a truck is brought in for service.

Truck driving safety requires attention

It’s hard to focus on safety when you’re focused on shifting. Episode two of the Fuel Efficiency Faceoff shows why.

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Are we at the automated manual transmission service tipping point?

The latest exclusive truck service data from Decisiv sure seems to indicate just that.

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New features of PACCAR TX-18 Pro transmission available in Peterbilt trucks

The combination of the TX-18 Pro transmission and a PACCAR MX engine provides up to 1,850 lb. ft of torque and is rated up to 140,000 lbs. GCWR.

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Peterbilt Model 589 walk around

A big truck launch needs a big venue, and the Texas Motor Speedway in Dallas was happy to oblige.

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Dana introduces Spicer Electrified e-Transmissions for commercial vehicles

Dana says the powertrain accommodates a diverse range of medium-duty applications, such as straight trucks, walk-in vans, refuse trucks, utility trucks and platform trucks.

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Inside the intelligence that powers truck powertrain efficiency

Powertrain integration goes beyond how the components connect. Powertrain management software pushes fuel efficiency further.

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Cummins shows off X15N natural gas, X10 diesel engines

Plus some powertrain components make their debut in Cummins red.

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Volvo Trucks says I-Torque use is on the rise

This powertrain technology ensures maximum efficiency without sacrificing performance or drivability, the company says.

Truck stories we love

Roses are red, truck tires roll too, here are some stories we picked just for you.

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