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Peterbilt Launches New Extended Day Cab

LOUISVILLE, Ky.--Today, Peterbilt announced the availability of an extended day cab for its complete lineup of Class 8 vehicles.

“With nearly 5 cubic feet of additional storage space in an easily accessible rear wall three compartment module, the new Peterbilt day cab was designed with customer comfort and productivity as key deliverables.”

Peterbilt’s extended day cab option adds 10 inches to its standard cab length. Additionally, the extended cab offers 2.5 inches of additional seat travel behind the wheel, 92 percent more seat room to recline and 4.5 cubic feet of storage behind the driver’s seat. The extended day cab provides optimal comfort for vocational, regional and shorter haul applications where performance and efficiency is critical to success.

“Peterbilt recognizes that day cab customers are demanding more comfort, more storage space and additional room to perform their job,” said Landon Sproull, Peterbilt Chief Engineer. “With nearly 5 cubic feet of additional storage space in an easily accessible rear wall three compartment module, the new Peterbilt day cab was designed with customer comfort and productivity as key deliverables.”

Peterbilt’s Extended Day Cab will be offered on the Models 386, 384, 367, 365, 389 and 388. The extended day cab will also be available on Peterbilt’s popular UltraCab® design that provides operators an additional 6 inches of headroom.

About Peterbilt Motors Company

Based in Denton, Texas, Peterbilt Motors Company combines a global reputation for industry leading design, innovative engineering and fuel efficiency solutions, with superior quality to engineer a truck that stands as the "Class" of the industry. Through its 250-plus North American dealer locations, Peterbilt also provides a comprehensive array of TruckCare® programs to support its full lineup of vehicles, including hybrids, with aftermarket support programs. Customers enjoy industry leading service and support, including preventive maintenance plans, expedited QuickCare services, automated parts inventory replenishment and 24/7 complimentary Customer Assistance through 1-800-4-Peterbilt. For more information about Peterbilt, visit www.peterbilt.com.