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November recall roundup: More than 4,000 Western Star, 2,200 Volvo and 200 Peterbilt trucks included in four recalls
Four recalls include approximately 2,725 model year 2016-2020 Western Star 4900 and 5700 tractors, approximately 1,331 model year 2020 Western Star 4700 trucks, approximately 2,287 model year 2020 Volvo VNL and VNR tractors, and approximately 248 model year 2020 Peterbilt 579 trucks.
November 29, 2019
Business
News roundup, Oct. 29: New regional Volvo tractor, pay-as-you-drive leasing program from Daimler, more
The North American Commercial Vehicle Show is ongoing this week in Atlanta. News from the show includes a new regional tractor from Volvo, a pay-as-you-drive financing program from Daimler, new Bendix Fusion features on Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks and other equipment-related news.
October 29, 2019
Business
News roundup, Oct. 25: IG reviewing FMCSAâs oversight of statesâ processes for revoking CDLs, highway hero recognized, new Detroit-area dealer
The U.S. DOTâs Office of Inspector General this week announced it will be reviewing FMCSAâs oversight of state licensing agencies and their procedures for revoking CDLs from truck drivers. A Landstar owner-op was recognized by the company for his heroic efforts on the road. New M&K Truck Centers dealer opening in Detroit area.
October 25, 2019
Business
New union agreement ends UAW strike that halted Mack, Volvo truck production
Mack said the strike was scheduled to end at 9 a.m. on Friday, Oct. 25, and that the company will bring UAW-represented employees âback to work as soon as possible.â Its facilities will return to full production within days, Mack said.
October 25, 2019
Business
More than 3,500 UAW Mack employees go on strike
Mack employees who are members of the United Automotive Workers union are striking for better pay, job security, benefits, holiday and work schedules, overtime and more.
October 14, 2019
Business
Volvoâs D13TC engine updated for greater fuel efficiency
Volvo Trucks recently debuted the next generation of its turbo compound technology. The evolution has improved fuel efficiency over the current D13TC, 13-liter turbo compound engine by 3%. Whatâs more, the new engine delivers up to 11% fuel savings overall compared with model-year 2015 trucks,
September 9, 2019
Business
More than 25,000 Volvo trucks recalled over transmission issues
Two recalls affecting Volvo VAH, VHD, VNL and VNR models ranging from model year 2018 to model year 2020 include more than 25,000 trucks. Both recalls deal with potential issues in the transmissions.
July 29, 2019
Business
GATS to showcase newer model trucks in New Truck Pavilion
The show will boast the New Truck Pavilion for the first time this year, which will host a display of newer model trucks. Four trucks have been announced so far, and more trucks will be announced as the show approaches.
July 23, 2019
Business
Volvo, Samsung partner to develop batteries for electric trucks
Volvo Group and Samsung on Thursday announced the formation of a strategic alliance that will develop battery packs for Volvo Groupâs electric trucks. Working with Samsung SDI, Volvo says it hopes to accelerate the speed of development and strengthen the long-term capabilities of electric trucks across all segments and markets.
July 22, 2019
Business
Starsky retrofitted Volvo truck completes 10 miles âunmannedâ on public road
Earlier this month, along the Florida Turnpike near Yeehaw Junction, a Volvo VNL retrofitted with autonomous driving capabilities by upstart Starsky Robotics became the first rig to drive a completely unmanned run at highway speeds on a public road alongside traffic.
June 26, 2019
Business
Volvo, Mack launch warranty program for certified used trucks
Both Volvo and Mack Certified trucks will come with up to 24 months and 250,000 miles of coverage backed by the companiesâ nationwide service networks.
June 5, 2019
Business
Volvo recalls 11,000 trucks over sleeper bunk window issue
Volvoâs recall affects approximately 11,089 model year 2018-2020 VNL and VNX trucks configured as 740 and 760 sleeper models. Mack is also recalling approximately 43 model year 2020 Anthem and Pinnacle trucks in which the conspicuity reflectors on the back of the cab may be blocked by the exhaust system.
April 22, 2019
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