[VIDEO] International HX Series Attracts News Customers

Complete International truck line to be overhauled within two years.

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Data from the Department of Energy (DOE) shows 16 percent greater carbon dioxide emissions per unit of energy for diesel compared with propane.

The Clean Power Solution Rental Customers are Looking For

Propane generators give rental customers undeniable reliability and nonstop power— without sacrificing environmental impact.

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Time-Lapse Video: Crews Complete Rail Bridge Replacement

Construction crews recently completed a rail bridge replacement project in the United Kingdom.

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Hops & Highways Episode 22: Paving Season Start Up Tips

This week, Jess & Dormie have a lot of infrastructure news to share and also discuss the 10 things contractors can do to make the most out of these coming busy months

Mack Trucks added next generation of Bendix Wingman Fusion to its Granite vocational truck line, improving safety for those on the road or traveling to a jobsite.

New Smart Truck Technology Minimizes Jobsite Collision Risks

Vocational trucks are adopting on-road truck safety technology to prevent jobsite collisions.

Felling Trailers Names Beneficiary of 2021 Trailer for a Cause

Felling Trailers' goal is to bring awareness to various nonprofits that are making a difference by donating 100% of the winning bid from the auction to a different nonprofit each year.

General Motors Executive Vice President Global Manufacturing Gerald Johnson address the gathering as GM announces Tuesday, April 6, 2021, the first-ever Chevrolet Silverado electric pickup and GMC HUMMER EV SUV will be built at GM's Factory ZERO Plant assembly plant in Detroit and Hamtramck, MI.

GM Plans to Bring Electric Silverado to Market

Truck will be built at GM’s Factory ZERO assembly plant in Detroit and Hamtramck, MI.

Kenworth new models include the T180 (Class 5), T280 (Class 6), T380 (Class 7) and T480 (light Class 8). There are also vocational model variants known as the T380V and T480V.

Kenworth Revamps Medium-Duty Lineup with More Cab Space, Digital Display

Class 5 through light Class 8 trucks are new from the ground up, with wider cab, cab-height choices, new vocational hood, full parent rails, and a fixed grille

Class 8 orders now total 372,000 units for the past 12 months.

FTR Reports Preliminary North American Class 8 Net Orders for March Exceed 40,000 for Sixth Consecutive Month

March orders were down 9% month over month, but up more than 33,000 units than the pandemic-impacted March 2020.

Many construction companies and rental houses have found traveling axle trailers provide the optimal combination of features to increase safety and versatility.

Tips for Selecting the Right Traveling Axle Trailer

Careful consideration of available features for traveling axle trailers can ensure a long-term solution that will provide more safety, durability and better return on investment.

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Mission Critical Electronics and ZeroRPM Partner to Transform Heavy Duty Trucks into Hybrids

ZeroRPM’s technology eliminates idling, while continuing to power all on-board equipment, including HVAC.

The Ford Performance Parts Winch by Warn offers 12,000 lbs. of winching power and will be available for 2020 and newer Super Duty trucks.

Ford Performance Parts Winch Available for 2020 or Newer Super Duty Pickups

The 12,000-lb. Ford Performance Parts winch was initially available on the Tremor and has now been expanded to properly-equipped Super Duty models.

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Kenworth C500 Now Available with Bendix ESP System

The Bendix stability system for the Kenworth C500 comes with the Bendix 6S/6M configuration, which has six sensors and six modulators, and includes Bendix Smart ATC Automatic Traction Control and Bendix ESP

Drivers and technicians need to pay extra attention this time of year with both visual checks and keen awareness of component performance. Air dryers mounted on the frame rail are susceptible to corrosion due to their exposure to the road.

Bendix Offers Springtime Air Brake Maintenance Tips

Help Air Brake Systems Recover from Harsh Seasonal Factors

Mack Trucks began production of its MD Series trucks—the model which brought the company back into the medium-duty market—in September.

2021 NTEA Work Truck Show Spotlights Recent Vocational Truck and Technology Introductions

The trade show for the vocational truck market showcased the latest introductions in a virtual format.

With GM’s next-generation lithium metal batteries, the expected energy density increase could enable higher range in a similarly sized pack or comparable range in a smaller pack. The weight and space savings from smaller battery packs could help with vehicle lightweighting or create more room for additional technology.

GM Targets Range and Battery Cost Improvements to Accelerate All-Electric Future

GM makes progress on next-generation Ultium chemistry ahead of new joint development agreement with SolidEnergy Systems.

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Felling Trailers Offers Solution on Solar Project

A renewable energy contractor was working on a solar project that spanned several locations, and they needed several heavy-duty triple reel trailers. Felling stepped in with an innovative solution.

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Top 10 Hottest Construction Stories This Week: New Hybrid GM Heavy Duty Pickups

Most-read construction stories include celebrating Women in Construction Week, the ToughBuilt Hawkbill folding knife, economists predict a rocky road to recovery for construction, fluorescence microscopy used in concrete quality assurance

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Tenna Expands Safety Offerings with Launch of TennaCAM Safety Camera

Dashcam captures footage that provides context and acts as a source of truth in the event of an incident, accident or safety violation.

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Plus, NVIDIA Partner on Heavy Truck Autonomous Driving System

Plus has received more than 10,000 preorders for its autonomous truck driving system, which is expected to be commercially available in 2022 in the U.S., China and Europe.

At the virtual Work Truck Show 2021, the company announces the expansion of a plug-in hybrid electric drive system for select Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Silverado 2500HD/3500 HD pickup trucks and the Chevrolet and GMC 3500 and 4500 chassis cabs.

XL Fleet Develops Plug-in Hybrid for GM HD Pickups

Plug-in Hybrid electric (PHEV) drive systems improve fuel economy by up to 50% while cutting CO2 emissions by a third.

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Stellar TMAX 1-11 Welder Body

Body includes a 30-in. workbench-bumper enhanced with a slide-out tray, providing an on-demand workstation for torch cutting and welding.

Ford Telematics is a modern, web-based product that gives customers access to vehicle health reports, vehicle location, driver behavior and more.

Ford Expands Connected Capabilities

All-makes telematics service and embedded modems increase fleet visibility.

With twice the computing power of the previous-generation system, SYNC 4 can wirelessly connect smartphones without the USB cord for seamless integration of Apple CarPlay or Android Auto compatibility, as well as SYNC AppLink apps.

Ford Updates Super Duty Technology for 2022

Company introduces SYNC 4, offers an upgraded 12-in. screen and 24x7 cloud connectivity.

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North American Class 8 Net Orders Stay Strong for February

FTR reports preliminary North American Class 8 net orders came in at 44,000 Units

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Fontaine Heavy-Haul 55PVR Trailer

Features a low front approach angle for ground hugging pavers and a removable center bogie section to accommodate excavators.

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Ford Issues Safety Recalls for 2020/2021 F-150 Pickups

Ford will correct windshield adhesion concern and incorrect payload information