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Used Class 8 truck prices rise 10% after two years of stagnation

ACT Research reported an increase in the average retail price of used Class 8 trucks during the month of June. For the first time in two and a half years, ACT Research reported an increase in the average retail price of used Class 8 trucks during the month of June. The average price reached $60,324, […]

ABF Freight evaluates Tesla Semi in three-week trial

The Tesla Semi test included highway and regional routes in Reno and Sacramento, as well as operations in the Bay Area. ArcBest’s freight transportation company, ABF Freight, carried out a three-week pilot program using a battery-electric Tesla Semi. The test included highway and regional routes in Reno and Sacramento, as well as operations in the […]

Mack Trucks unveils updated Anthem tractor unit

The Anthem’s upgrades include a 10% increase in fuel efficiency, enhanced comfort, and improved maneuverability. On June 24, Mack Trucks unveiled an updated version of its Anthem tractor unit. This refresh repositions the model as a maneuverable specialist for regional transport, thereby strengthening the Volvo Group’s presence in that market segment. Previously, Mack had launched […]

Kenworth unveils new vocational EV T880E and upgraded T680E

Kenworth unveils the new T880E and updates the T680E with more power, range, and fast charging. Kenworth continues to advance the electrification of heavy-duty transport with the introduction of its new model, the T880E—one of the industry’s first battery-electric Class 8 vocational trucks—as well as an updated version of the T680E, featuring significant improvements in […]

Shell Starship 3.0: the most efficient truck?

The Starship 3.0 is a Class 8 truck that demonstrates that maximum efficiency doesn’t always require reinventing the wheel, but rather adapting existing technology. Shell has taken a significant step forward in freight transportation with its Starship 3.0, a Class 8 truck that shows that achieving high efficiency doesn’t necessarily mean starting from scratch; it […]

VNL 440 Electric: Volvo plans to revolutionize the Class 8

The new Volvo VNL is designed for maximum comfort, efficiency and safety On June 20th, Volvo Trucks North America unveiled an exciting preview of its upcoming flagship Class 8 tractor model, the VNL 440 Electric. The model is currently in pre-production and signifies a significant step in the truck manufacturer’s foray into the battery electric […]

Pre-purchase strategies for Class 8 trucks

The recently announced EPA emissions regulations are expected to increase the cost of trucks by approximately $30,000 The recently announced EPA emissions regulations are having a significant impact on the transportation sector, especially in the Class 8 truck segment. These regulations are expected to increase the cost of trucks by approximately $30,000, triggering a debate […]

Drop in production and exports of heavy vehicles in North America

This month saw a drop in heavy vehicle sales from Mexico to the United States and Canada. One of Mexico’s main exports to the United States and Canada is the production and assembly of heavy vehicles. Unfortunately, this month saw a 22.1% decrease in sales to the United States, with only 11,422 units exported compared […]