Kenworth has announced that the Bendix® ESP® Electronic Stability Program is now standard on new Kenworth T680 and T880 tractors. Bendix ESP full stability meets the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s new electronic stability control (ESC) technology mandate, which goes into effect Aug. 1, 2017, on Class 8 tractors with tandem drive axles. Kenworth T680 and T880 […]
The Kenworth T370 just became even more versatile thanks to the availability of wide base tires for applications requiring up to 20,000-pound front axle ratings. Available in 385/65R22.5 sizes, from Bridgestone, Goodyear and Michelin, the tires were previously available only on all-wheel drive T370 steer axles with ratings up to 16,000 pounds. “These tires can […]
Kenworth is introducing two new T880S set-forward front axle mixers, which will be on display at the 2017 World of Concrete Show Jan. 17-20 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Kenworth’s booth (No. C6020) will feature a 5-axle Kenworth T880S mixer with a 2017 PACCAR MX-11 430-hp engine with 1,650 lb-ft of torque, Allison 4700 […]
PacLease, a leasing and rental company, which offers the full line of Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks, has added ten new locations bringing its total to 454 locations in the United States and Canada. “PacLease had another strong year and we’re finding increased demand for those wanting to rent and lease Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks,” said Jake Civitts, […]
Turns out that trucks can do much more than efficiently carry goods across the country. The right truck can also attract and retain qualified drivers. Consider Navajo Express, a fleet which serves the food and beverage industry across 48 states. To help recruit and retain top drivers, Navajo began purchasing Kenworth T680 76-inch sleepers in 2014. It […]
Used Class 8 truck same dealer sales increased again in November, recording a 1% month-over-month increase, according to the latest research. Historically, according to ACT Research, November sales volumes fall below average; however, this year it bucked the trend with a 37% increase year-over-year. “This unexpected bump was enough to move year-to-date comparisons out of […]
