Checking out, test driving Western Star’s new 5700 XE

Overdrive Staff

Sep 23, 2014

Overdrive Equipment Editor Jack Roberts was on hand in Las Vegas earlier this month when Western Star unveiled its new 5700 XE tractor, designed for aerodynamic fuel savings and driver comfort. Click here to read Overdrive’s full write-up on the new truck.

In the video above, Roberts takes the truck for a test spin and talks to Western Star reps about its features.

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