News By Topic: Big Rigs

2014 Nissan NV 200 Cargo Van Review By Steve Purdy

Jul 7, 2013

2014 NISSAN NV200 COMPACT CARGO VAN By Steve Purdy TheAutoChannel.com Michigan Bureau While in San Diego for the launch of the new Nissan Versa Note we had a chance to experience the new small cargo van from Nissan called NV200 as well. You’ve probably seen the larger, distinctively shaped NV1500/2500/3500 running ... Continue reading

ATA to Host Executive Summit on Making Trucking Technology Pay Off

Jul 1, 2013

American Trucking Associations today announced it will host the first ATA Executive Summit to explore strategies that maximize the payback for fleets that make investments in technological advances and data analysis. ... Continue reading

When It Was New Review - 2001 Ford F150 Harley Davidson SuperCrew

Jun 25, 2013

Ford F150 Harley Davidson SuperCrew (2001) Review ... Continue reading

2013 Nissan Xterra PRO-4X Rocky Mountain Review

Jun 21, 2013

2013 Nissan Xterra PRO-4X review , I had more fun with the Xterra than I’ve had driving in quite some time. ... Continue reading

J.D. Power and LMC Automotive Report:: New-Vehicle Retail Sales Are Heating Up with the Start of the Summer Selling Season

Jun 21, 2013

J.D. Power and LMC Automotive Report:New-Vehicle Retail Sales Are Heating Up with the Start of the Summer Selling SeasonWESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif.: 21 June 2013 -- New-vehicle retail sales are continuing their positive trend in June, with no signs of letting up at the start of the summer selling season, according to a mo ... Continue reading

LAW West Virginia F&I Library of Forms Launched by Reynolds and the West Virginia Automobile and Truck Dealers Association

Jun 12, 2013

Reynolds and Reynolds today announced the availability of the LAW West Virginia F&I Library that offers West Virginia automobile and truck dealers a comprehensive catalog of standardized, legally reviewed finance and insurance (F&I) documents. The Reynolds LAW brand West Virginia F&I Library of forms was developed join ... Continue reading

Penske Makes Truck-Lite LED Headlights its Standard Spec for Freightliner Cascadia Tractors

Jun 3, 2013

Penske Truck Leasing announced it will make Truck-Lite custom LED headlights its standard spec on the Freightliner Cascadia tractors it offers for full-service lease. "These headlights provide exceptional nighttime visibility as compared to other headlights that we have tested," said Art Vallely, Penske Truck Leasing E ... Continue reading

High-Country Accessories for 2014 Chevrolet Silverado Model

May 24, 2013

From Mac Gordon 05-18-2013 DETROIT - GM tips its truck hand, unleashing 2014 model pickups ASAR (as soon as ready). Are 2013 brands backfiring? Without delays until the 2014 show season unfolds in November, GM and GMAC are rolling out three firsts in the pickup market. Intent on pressing its lead over competitors in th ... Continue reading

Toyota Tundra That Towed Space Shuttle Endeavour at California Science Center

May 24, 2013

The California Science Center, in partnership with Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc., is unveiling the Toyota Tundra full-size pickup truck that towed space shuttle Endeavour over the 405 Freeway Manchester Boulevard Bridge during its historic 68-hour journey through Los Angeles city streets. The unveiling commemorates ... Continue reading

2014 Mercedes-Benz Freightliner Sprinter Van Revealed

May 6, 2013

May 06, 2013 - ANN ARBOR, MI New 4-cylinder diesel engine option with 7-speed transmission Sprinter V6 model continues Four new assistance systems help to avoid accidents More fuel-efficient accessory equipment and axles Noticeably upgraded interior The pioneer of the modern van movement in the U.S., the 2014MY Sprinte ... Continue reading

DAF Launches New Euro 6 LF and CF Series

Apr 9, 2013

DAF Trucks unveiled today the new, versatile Euro 6 LF and CF truck models and the new, innovative Euro 6 PACCAR MX-11 engine at the Commercial Vehicle Show in Birmingham, the United Kingdom. The Euro 6 LF and CF have been developed for maximum transport efficiency, market-leading low operating costs and optimum vehicl ... Continue reading

2013 GMC Sierra Denali 1500 Review By Steve Purdy

Apr 3, 2013

2013 GMC SIERRA DENALI 1500 AWD CREW CAB Review By Steve Purdy TheAutoChannel.com Michigan Bureau When I mentioned at dinner the other night that I would be reviewing this beautiful pickup soon my tablemate, a lovely young PR gal, asked, “Why would anyone want to drive one of those things every day?” She obvi ... Continue reading

Werner Enterprises Operation Freedom Truck Wins Technology Award

Apr 1, 2013

Werner Enterprises Operation Freedom truck received the “Most Technologically Advanced Cab" award at the Mid-America Trucking Show March 21-23 in Louisville, Ky. The military themed Operation Freedom truck was one of 79 trucks in the competition and won the award due to its advanced technological equipment. ... Continue reading

ABF Driver Scott Harris Earns Back-to-Back NY Driver of the Year Awards

Mar 29, 2013

For the second consecutive year, ABF driver Scott Harris has earned recognition as New York Driver of the Year from the New York State Motor Truck Association. Harris earned the recognition during the organization's Safety and Education Symposium March 26 in Albany, New York. A five-time winner of the New York State Dr ... Continue reading

Kenworth Launches New T880 Vocational Truck

Mar 21, 2013

Kenworth today launched the new Kenworth T880 vocational truck at the annual Mid-America Trucking Show in Louisville, Kentucky. “The new Kenworth T880 builds upon Kenworth's heritage of quality, innovation and technology to produce industry-leading, rugged and reliable vocational trucks,' said Gary Moore, PACCAR vice ... Continue reading