Hino Trucks introduces new models, cab configurations
Hino has unified its entire lineup of trucks, including model names. Hino’s new ‘M Series’ Class 4/5 COE’s and new ‘L Series’ Class 6/7 Conventional trucks, which combined with Hino’s recently launched ‘XL Series’ Class 7/8 vehicles, creates a cohesive family of commercial trucks. Each vehicle now contains larger cab configurations and a full suite
Kenworth T880 adds PACCAR Transmission for vocational applications
The PACCAR transmission will become available in light vocational applications, including construction, mining, refuse, and agriculture for the Kenworth T880.
Western Star brings tough to technology
Just because a job is hard doesn’t mean that the solution has to be. The Western Star team tackles it from all angles.
Automated and automatic transmissions for heavy-haul
Heavy-haul. Just the name itself gets across the kind of power that is needed for trucks in these applications. Yet the trucks need to be versatile as well, because the truck won’t spend all of its time on the jobsite.
VMAC releases multifunction power system with CAT engine
VMAC has released a 6-in-1 multifunction power system with a Caterpillar engine, which is now available to CAT dealers and other customers across North America.
The right solutions: Manufacturers providing medium-duty trucks designed for fleet customers’ applications
Growth in the medium-duty truck segment continues to lead fleets to look for new vehicle capabilities and options that can be used in specific and dedicated applications. Across the board, truck manufacturers are responding to those needs with a range of vehicles.
Benchmarking success: Utility fleets are using performance metrics to drive measurable improvements
Fleet executives at the annual Electric Utility Fleet Managers Conference (EUFMC), discussed benchmarking. For fleet managers on the panel, using data and performance metrics is a means of showing opportunities for improvement, through which cost savings can be realized.
Five truck trend takeaways from August
We know it’s not easy to keep up with everything that happens in the world of trucking. So here are the biggest stories from August focused on the latest truck trends, all in one place.
Watch: Western Star 4700 enhancements walk-around
Earlier this year, Western Star announced a number of new enhancements to its 4700 series trucks. Watch the video here for a full walk-around of the new enhancements led by Samantha Parlier, vice president of marketing and product strategy for Western Star.
How do my truck’s axles integrate with…
The axle is a complementary part, working with both the powertrain and the suspension. It’s important to understand the relationship between these components and to make sure that your truck and trailer axles are operating in unison with the parts they complement.
How to spec the right axle configuration
Spec’ing a truck means considering—and sometimes reconsidering—almost every aspect of the vehicle. That includes components that previously never required much choice.
Vocational trucks require thought-out filter choices
In vocational operations, trucks are exposed to harsh environments. For that reason, elements that can prevent these vehicles from operating at peak capacity require specific filter choices.