Category: Cab, Trailer & Body New

Fontaine Introduces Auto Hauler Conversion for Kenworth T880 and W990 Sleeper Cabs

Fontaine Introduces Auto Hauler Conversion for Kenworth T880 and W990 Sleeper Cabs

| September 8, 2024

Conversion lowers roof by 21 inches for car carrier convivence Fontaine Modification expands its extensive auto hauler offering with a new conversion for Kenworth T880 and W990 76-inch mid-roof sleeper cabs. The conversion lowers the truck’s overall height to 105 inches to accommodate a car carrier trailer of the customer’s choice. Fontaine has engineered car carrier […]

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Mack Trucks Unveils Virtual Truck Builder

Mack Trucks Unveils Virtual Truck Builder

| September 5, 2024

Truck Builder goes beyond mere aesthetics by integrating Mack’s financing options and the Mack Connect fleet performance portal into the customization process Mack Trucks recently launched its cutting-edge Truck Builder, a digital platform that allows customers to customize their dream Mack® truck from the ground up. This innovative tool represents a comprehensive overhaul of Mack’s […]

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Preliminary Class 8 Truck Net Orders in August

Preliminary Class 8 Truck Net Orders in August

| September 5, 2024

ACT Research reports August preliminary North America Class 8 net orders were 16,400 units, up m/m but down 16% y/y August preliminary North America Class 8 net orders were 16,400 units, up m/m but down 16% y/y. Complete industry data for August, including final order numbers, will be published by ACT Research in mid-September. “Class […]

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The Shyft Group Secures ZEPCert and GHG Certifications for Blue Arc™ EV Truck

The Shyft Group Secures ZEPCert and GHG Certifications for Blue Arc™ EV Truck

| September 5, 2024

Nationwide Access to Innovative EV Solutions and Significant Financial Incentives for Customers The Shyft Group, Inc. specialty vehicle manufacturing, assembly, and upfit for the commercial, retail, and service specialty vehicle markets, has announced that its Blue Arc™ Class 4 EV truck has received both Zero-Emission Powertrain Certification (ZEPCert) and a Heavy-Duty Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Enhanced […]

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Elektrobit smart cockpit technology will revolutionize commercial vehicle and fleet markets

Elektrobit smart cockpit technology will revolutionize commercial vehicle and fleet markets

| September 4, 2024

Trucks needs to be utilized at maximum capacity through route optimization, predictive maintenance, and real-time monitoring of vehicle health  Elektrobit, a proven cockpit systems leader and software integrator with deep industry knowledge and advanced technology expertise, will demonstrate smart cockpit technologies for next-generation trucks at COMVEC 2024 in Schaumburg, IL.     Today’s commercial truck fleets face enormous challenges, including […]

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MCNEILUS KICKS OFF ROAD TOUR FEATURING THE VOLTERRA™ ZSL™ FULLY INTEGRATED ELECTRIC REFUSE AND RECYCLING VEHICLE

MCNEILUS KICKS OFF ROAD TOUR FEATURING THE VOLTERRA™ ZSL™ FULLY INTEGRATED ELECTRIC REFUSE AND RECYCLING VEHICLE

| September 4, 2024

Road Tour will feature an immersive, hands-on experience for attendees to view and operate McNeilus’ Volterra ZSL, the industry’s first fully integrated electric refuse and recycling collection vehicle McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation (NYSE: OSK) business, announced the kickoff of its highly anticipated Road Tour, showcasing the Volterra™ ZSL™ electric refuse collection […]

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