Powertrain integration continues to be a growing trend in today’s heavy-duty truck market. Recently, Mack Trucks released its 2017 powertrain lineup, and the latest episode of Fleet Equipment’s On the Road takes a look at the updates and features of these new engines and transmissions. From the MP7 and MP8 engines to the mDrive transmission, the video above runs through the latest integrated powertrain options from Mack Trucks.
E-ACX’s dual electric drive is said to deliver torque that can compare to any current ICE in the refuse space.
Autocar and Heil displayed the companies' first fully integrated electric refuse truck at Waste Expo 2023, dubbed the E-ACX RevAMP. The ACX is a refuse truck platform with an electric powertrain. According to Autocar, the E-ACX is powered by dual electric motors, drawing energy from a Traction battery that is right-sized and integrated into the vehicle to allow Autocar to maximize on battery storage. The companies say that the E-ACX’s dual electric drive delivers torque that can compare to any current ICE in the refuse space.
With sustainable trucking options on the road, more challenges are ahead … as well as opportunity.
The weak order level in April is not a major surprise, although it is happening earlier in the year than typically expected.
The Mack Granite CNG model is said to feature a 320-horsepower Cummins L9N engine.
When compared to March 2022, the retail and wholesale markets declined by -13% and -40%, respectively.
Prior to his current role he has held many senior positions in the company, including within Mack Trucks.
It’s reassuring to know that there are a variety of technology choices available to support this transition, including natural gas.
Thoughts on future proofing charging infrastructure installations and charger/EV compatibility.
Let’s pop the hood and actually see the redundancy that’s required to make autonomous trucks possible.
