Heavy Trucks: Class 7 & 8

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Kenworth W990 Adds AG130 Front Air Suspension as Option
AG130 front air suspension rated at 13,200 lbs.
January 15, 2021
Mack Trucks announces that its driver-activated Mack Over The Air updates feature is now standard on the Mack Anthem, Pinnacle and Granite models, enabling customers to implement software updates themselves at a time when it’s most convenient for them.
Mack Over the Air Updates Standard with Driver Download Activation Feature
January 14, 2021
FTR reports preliminary North American Class 8 net orders for December continued at an extremely high level at 52,100 units.
Preliminary North American Class 8 Truck Net Orders for 2020 End on High Note
January 7, 2021
The frame is a good place to start when shaving weight. Because most frame strength lies in the flanges, Volvo Trucks North America uses 3.54- and 4.13-in. flanges rather than a typical industry-standard flange of 3.25 in. to increase the frame’s strength. Larger flanges positioned farther apart result in a higher RBM.
Cost-Saving Specifications to Cut Construction-Truck Weight to Haul More Payload
January 4, 2021
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Autocar Celebrates 100-Year Milestone of Vocational Truck Series
January 4, 2021
The Abandoned Mine Land (AML) Program laid out an estimated $26.2 million, multi-year plan with seven project phases to reclaim the McIntosh Pit back to the original landscape .
Cleaning Up the Cold War: Wyoming Uranium Mine Reclamation Project
December 23, 2020
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Construction Drone Use Accelerates Toward LiDAR Capabilities
DroneDeploy survey finds demand for aerial laser scanning highest of all industries among contractors; more than half of construction users plan use drones for more than aerial maps
January 15, 2021
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Biden Announces Plan for Economic Recovery, Promises Infrastructure Next Month
Biden's two-step plan for rescue and recovery in our nation includes presenting his "Build Back Better" plan to Congress in February. The plan includes $2 trillion in spending over four years for infrastructure.
January 15, 2021
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Top 10 Hottest Construction Stories This Week: Winter Diesel Dos and Don’ts
Most-read construction stories of the week include each state DOT’s take from the COVID relief bill, three big prospects for 2021construction, concrete company admits to antitrust violations, how calcium improves cold weather concrete pours, more
January 15, 2021
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FTR’s Trucking Conditions Index for October Jumped to Highest Level Ever Measured
This record comes just six months after the lowest TCI reading ever recorded during the initial phases of the pandemic.
December 18, 2020
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Daimler Trucks North America Recognizes 55 Masters of Quality
The award honors the top components and services suppliers to Freightliner and Western Star trucks.
December 11, 2020
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Preliminary North American Class 8 Net Orders Explode to 52,600 Units in November
December 2020 Class 8 order activity was the best performance since August 2018.
December 3, 2020
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5 Things to Look for When Buying a Used Dump Truck
Ritchie Bros. offers this list of inspection items to check out before you purchase your next used dump truck
November 30, 2020
The biggest mistake buyers make is not doing their research. Make sure you know and understand the specs for your job and buy the truck that best meets your needs. Some key specs to pay attention to are overall weight, front and rear axle ratings, length/height/weight of the bed, style of gate, style of hinge release, style of hoist system, engine/transmission and horsepower.
Explore Alternate Truck Acquisition Strategies to Weather the COVID Economy
Looking toward uncertain pace of recession recovery in 2021, here are some ways to overcome the many unknowns that influence construction truck purchase decisions.
November 30, 2020
Nikola Corporation and General Motors announced a strategic partnership that begins with the Nikola Badger and carries cost reductions through all of Nikola’s programs, including: Nikola Badger, Nikola Tre, Nikola One, Nikola Two and NZT.
General Motors Agrees to Supply Hydrotec Hydrogen Fuel Cell Systems for Nikola Heavy Trucks
Under the global supply agreement, GM would engineer its Hydrotec fuel cell system to specifications mutually agreed upon by both companies to power Nikola’s Class 7/8 trucks.
November 30, 2020
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DTNA’s Mount Holly Manufacturing Plant Marks Production of 700,000th Truck
The manufacturing plant recently marked two milestones, its 41st anniversary and the production of its 700,000th truck.
November 24, 2020
Mack Defense announced a multiyear partnership with Fisher House Foundation in which proceeds from the Mack Anthem Digi Camo diecast models sales will be donated to the nonprofit serving military and veteran’s families. Mack will donate $20,000 this year for sales in 2019 and 2020, and will contribute up to $10,000 more next year as sales continue.
Mack Defense Donates to the Fisher House Foundation
A multiyear partnership between Mack Defense and Fisher House Foundation provides a $20,000 donation to the nonprofit serving military and veteran families. This contribution comes from the Mack Anthem Digi Camo diecast model's sales.
November 19, 2020
For improved performance, the new HX Series is available with dual steering gears and advanced anti-lock braking systems that result in superior turning, traction and control. To help maximize your delivered payload, the HX620 also comes standard with the International A26 engine, delivering up to 500 hp for performance in a lightweight package.
International Truck Launches the Next Generation of its HX Series Severe Service Trucks
This is the first product released under the Navistar 4.0 strategy and its Project Compass initiative – which focuses on flexible, modular design to meet customer needs, streamline the customer experience and deliver the very best support and service.
November 17, 2020
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TRATON To Buy Navistar
TRATON will become the owner of all of the outstanding common shares of Navistar not already owned by TRATON at a price of USD 44.50 per share in cash.
November 12, 2020
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Daimler Trucks Establishes Global Connectivity Services Group
The group will define the next set of Daimler’s connectivity solutions and set up the framework for fast and scalable software development and product management.
November 11, 2020
The DC-64D is engineered specifically for the demands of a dump truck and general construction use.
Autocar Introduces DC-64D Severe-Duty Class 8 Truck
Autocar builds custom trucks designed to fit the exact needs of construction body requirements that improve job performance, safety, and maximize uptime.
November 5, 2020
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Daimler Trucks and Torc Partner with Luminar to Enable Automated Trucking
Daimler Trucks acquires minority stake in Luminar
November 2, 2020
Mack Trucks is improving driver comfort and productivity with the introduction of Apple CarPlay for Mack infotainment/
Mack Trucks Adds Apple CarPlay, Updated Seats
New features intended to improve driver comfort, productivity
November 2, 2020
Many people think they need a double frame rail regardless and they may not. It depends on the fifth wheel load on the tractor. You may have a high GCW, but you don’t have that huge load on the fifth wheel.
Spec for the Heavy Haul
The weight of the load, distance traveled, amount of time spent off road and regional terrain influence heavy haul decisions.
November 2, 2020
EZ Trac is designed to improve traction and maneuverability for on-highway and severe service vocational trucks without altering OEM cab specifications.
Fontaine Modification Certified to Install EZ Trac All-Wheel Drive Systems
Fontaine offers EZ Trac installation at 10 modification centers nationwide.
October 27, 2020
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Mack Trucks Donates Pink Mack Anthem Diecast Sales to National Breast Cancer Foundation
Mack made an initial donation of $10,000 and will contribute up to $25,000 more over the next two years from sales of the unique diecast models.
October 23, 2020
Volvo Trucks North America’s Class 8 VNR Electric truck led a group of Southern California freight movement fleets in a clean truck parade on Friday, October 2 to commemorate the opening of Port of Long Beach’s new cable-stayed bridge. The lead Volvo VNR Electric truck was driven by NFI, a third-party supply chain solutions provider, and partner in the Volvo LIGHTS (Low Impact Green Heavy Transport Solutions) project.
Volvo Trucks Wins Award to Deploy 70 Class 8 VNR Electric Zero-Emission Trucks
Volvo Trucks Awarded $21.7M from U.S. EPA and South Coast AQMD in the nation’s largest commercial deployment of Class 8 battery-electric trucks.
October 21, 2020
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Cummins Announces its EPA 2021 X12 and X15 Series Engines
These heavy-duty diesel engines from Cummins were built upon the proven architecture of their EPA 2017 versions.
October 19, 2020
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Navistar and Traton Continue Buyout Negotiations
Traton may acquire Natistar for approximately $3.7 billion.
October 19, 2020
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Western Star 49X Class 8 Truck
TAll-new Class 8 truck features stronger, lighter chassis and purpose-built X-series reinforced aluminum cab.
September 30, 2020
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Dig-it Excavating Uses Trucks as Key Marketing Tool
Dig-it Excavating sees its Kenworth T8880s as a key element of completing jobs and promoting the business.
October 5, 2020
Mack Trucks has achieved a major milestone at its Lehigh Valley Operations (LVO) in Macungie, PA, with the completion of an $84 million renovation dubbed project “Reborn.”
Mack Trucks’ Lehigh Valley Operations Completes Major Renovation
Mack Trucks announces the completion of “Reborn,” an $84 million renovation project.
October 5, 2020
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FTR Reports Preliminary North American Class 8 Truck Orders Surge in September to 32,000 Units
September Class 8 order activity was up 55% month over month and 160% year over year.
October 5, 2020
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Friday Flashback: 5 Articles to Help You Spec, Match and Maintain Equipment
Check out the week's top trending construction equipment-related articles from the archives of ForConstructionPros.com.
October 2, 2020
The Western Star 49X features a stronger, lighter chassis that is equipped with the company’s new X-series cab. It enables a total weight savings of over 350 lbs. in like-for-like spec’ing versus the current Western Star 4900.
Western Star Builds Next-generation Vocational Truck
The 49X was designed from the ground up to meet the most demanding vocational applications.
September 29, 2020
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Navistar Board Of Directors Issues Statement Regarding Revised Proposal From TRATON
Navistar's Board of Directors unanimously concludes that while TRATON's revised proposal of $43.00 per share significantly undervalues the company, it does represent a starting point for further exploring the possibility of a transaction.
September 14, 2020
Mack Trucks announced today it has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Samsara, a leader in industrial Internet of Things (IoT) solutions designed to increase the efficiency, safety and sustainability of commercial fleets and industrial operations.
Mack Truck and Volvo Trucks Sign Memorandum of Understanding with Samsara
An agreement with Samsara will investigate providing a single-source telematics service including compliance services, cameras, trailer sensors, safety, maintenance services and more.
September 8, 2020
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FTR Reports Preliminary North American Class 8 Net Orders for August Continue to Climb - Reaching 20,500 Units
August order activity was very consistent with July, up 3% m/m, and up 90% y/y. Class 8 net orders for the last 12 months now total 177,000 units.
September 2, 2020
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Vehicle testing begins at Allison Transmission’s newly opened Indianapolis facility
Allison Transmission’s Vehicle Environmental Test Center is now available for Allison and its partners to conduct consistent and repeatable testing in real-world and extreme conditions.
August 31, 2020