Kenworth High-Tech Concept Truck Would Make an Astronaut Jealous
A tongue-in-cheek admonition of “for your eyes only” accompanied Kenworth Truck Co.’s unveiling of its advanced technology truck at the exhibition. The T2000-75 Aerodyne was packed with electronic and high-tech features that would make an astronaut envious.
Weaning Buyers from Customization
Volvo wants to make truck shopping as easy as car shopping: The customer picks the vehicle from an option package with features and leaves the dealer with a comprehensive maintenance plan.
Freightliner Corp. Rolls Out Engine That Uses Diesel-LNG Fuel Mix
Freightliner Corp. rolled out a new “dual-fuel” engine that combines the clean operation of liquefied natural gas with the longer range of diesel at the truck show.
Diesel Fuel Prices Continue to Climb
TT File PhotoDiesel fuel prices continued to climb across the United States, with the national average getting a boost from even higher increases in California.
Navistar, Siemens to Make Injectors
Navistar International Corp. and Siemens Automotive Corp. have finalized plans for a $100 million joint venture to develop and manufacture diesel fuel injectors designed to meet emission standards set by the Environmental Protection Agency for 2002.
Intermodal 'Roadability' Gets Push
The government is pushing intermodal roadworthiness forward with a request for comments on a proposal that would make the company that hands a container and chassis to the motor carrier responsible for the equipment’s condition.
Western Star No Lightweight With New Class 8 Truck
Western Star Trucks is pinning its hopes for growth on a bid to make new inroads into the owner-operator and small- to medium-fleet markets — and the company’s executives say weight reductions will be the key to success.
UPS Delivering With Diesel-Electric
United Parcel Service will soon be testing a hybrid engine that’s not as powerful as a locomotive but has the essential characteristics of a train’s power plant.
Intermodal 'Roadability' Gets Push
The government is pushing intermodal roadworthiness forward with a request for comments on a recent proposal.
Western Star No Lightweight With New Class 8 Truck
Western Star Trucks is pinning its hopes for growth on a bid to make new inroads into the owner-operator and small- to medium-fleet markets — and the company’s executives say weight reductions will be the key to success.