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    Peterbilt 520EV Garbage Trucks Help Anchorage Cut Carbon Emissions
    Posted On: April 16, 2024
    The Department of Solid Waste Services in Anchorage, Alaska, recently purchased two Peterbilt 520EV electric refuse trucks with 670 maximum horsepower capable of emptying 1,100 bins on a single charge. ...
    New Peterbilt Model 567 & Model 589 Car Carriers Feature UltraLow Roof
    Posted On: March 13, 2024
    New Peterbilt car carrier configurations include the Model 567 UltraLow Roof Day Cab and Model 589 UltraLow Roof 58-inch Sleeper. ...
    Peterbilt Demonstrates Advanced Technology & Innovation At CES With SuperTruck II
    Posted On: January 11, 2024
    Peterbilt will display its SuperTruck II demonstrator vehicle at CES from January 9 to 12 in the Paccar exhibit located at booth #3501 in the West Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center. ...
    Peterbilt Expands Collision Mitigation Features On The Model 579
    Posted On: December 26, 2023
    Peterbilt announced enhanced standard collision mitigation features on the Model 579 with the Bendix Fusion safety system. ...
    Peterbilt Offers New Paccar TX-18 Automated Transmission Features
    Posted On: June 19, 2023
    Peterbilt Motors Company is pleased to announce the introduction of the Off-Road Calibration and Rock-Free Mode for the PACCAR TX-18 PRO transmission available in Peterbilt Models 579, 567, 589, 389, 367, and 365. ...
    Peterbilt’s Brand-New Model 589 Blends Iconic Style With Next-Level Comfort
    Posted On: May 15, 2023
    “The Model 589 takes cues from our heritage designs and incorporates essential customer feedback to bring it to life,” says Peterbilt’s Jason Skoog. ...
    Paccar & Toyota Expand Hydrogen Fuel Cell Truck Collaboration To Include Commercialization
    Posted On: May 4, 2023
    “This partnership further expands PACCAR’s industry-leading lineup of zero-emissions vehicles that enhance customers’ operational efficiency and reduce their environmental impact,” says Paccar CTO John Rich. ...
    Peterbilt Special-Edition Model 389X Elevates Styling, Exudes Class
    Posted On: September 13, 2022
    “From its classic design and high-quality craftsmanship to its exclusive chrome elements and details both inside and out, the 389X will quickly become the most desirable truck on the road,” says Peterbilt’s Robert Woodall. ...
    Cummins B6.7N Natural Gas Engine Now Available On Peterbilt Model 536 & 537 Trucks
    Posted On: March 31, 2022
    “The introduction of the B6.7N is the latest example of our environmental stewardship and ongoing commitment sustainability, extending our near-zero emissions solutions to more applications,” says Peterbilt Chief Engineer Scott Newhouse. ...
    Peterbilt Offers New 18-Speed PACCAR TX-18 Automated Transmission
    Posted On: February 18, 2022
    Peterbilt Motors Company announced the addition of the all-new PACCAR TX-18 and TX-18 Pro automated transmissions to the family of PACCAR TX transmissions. ...
    New Peterbilt 579 With Aurora Driver Showcases Autonomous Capabilities At CES
    Posted On: January 7, 2022
    In what appears to be a glimpse of the future, Peterbilt displayed the first Model 579 truck equipped with Aurora Driver, an autonomous driving system that meets the SAE Level 4 standard, at CES 2022 in Las Vegas. ...
    A Closer Look At The Peterbilt 389
    Posted On: December 31, 2021
    The long, aluminum hood and polished-steel louvered grille of Peterbilt’s 389 harks back to the company’s legendary 379 and 359 models, one of many reasons Peterbilt calls the 389 an “icon of the road.” ...
    Peterbilt Showcases New Model 579 & 579EV Trucks At Nashville’s ATA MCE21 Show
    Posted On: October 26, 2021
    Together the 579 and 579EV represent Peterbilt’s most technologically advanced trucks to date. ...
    Medium-Duty Peterbilt 536 A Perfect Fit For Elder Logistics
    Posted On: September 27, 2021
    Peterbilt says the 536’s new design was part of a five-year project based on driver feedback and efforts to develop maximum efficiency and versatility. ...
    City Of Anchorage Receives First Production Model Peterbilt 220EV Electric Truck
    Posted On: June 24, 2021
    This was Peterbilt’s first delivery of a zero-emission Class 6 or 7 electric truck, as well as the manufacturer’s first electric configuration for medium-duty applications. ...
    Smith Transport Receives First Production Unit Of Peterbilt’s New Model 579
    Posted On: June 17, 2021
    The national freight transportation, logistics, and management provider based in Roaring Spring, Pennsylvania, got its start more than 40 years ago, and its first truck was a Peterbilt. ...
    Peterbilt Model 567’s New UltraLoft Sleeper Ups The Ante For Comfort & Storage
    Posted On: June 4, 2021
    The PACCAR-owned truck builder says the UltraLoft cab optimizes available space to deliver a more spacious sleep area, 8 feet of headroom, and 70 cubic feet of overall storage. ...
    JX Truck Center Receives Best In Class & Peterbilt Platinum Oval Award
    Posted On: April 13, 2021
    JX Truck Center was recognized by Peterbilt Motors Company with a Best in Class 2020 Dealer Group of the Year Award. ...
    Peterbilt Introduces Latest Iteration Of Its Model 579 Truck, Featuring New Technologies, New PACCAR Engines & More
    Posted On: February 5, 2021
    Peterbilt also emphasized aerodynamics and comfort with the design of the new Model 579; it features a sloped hood and several aerodynamic components on the outside and a 10% quieter cab and sleeper compartment. ...
    Peterbilt’s Model 579EV Battery-Electric, Zero-Emission Class 8 Truck Reaches Summit Of Pikes Peak Several Times In Three Days
    Posted On: January 14, 2021
    The truck was able to recharge its batteries using regenerative braking while heading back down the mountain, which produced enough energy for a return trip. ...
    PACCAR’s Columbus, Mississippi, MX Engine Factory Enters Its Second Decade Of Operation
    Posted On: December 9, 2020
    The facility has built more than 250,000 PACCAR MX-11 and MX-13 diesel engines for Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks. ...
    Peterbilt Announces Upcoming Availability Of Model 579EV, With Production Starting By Q2 2021
    Posted On: November 9, 2020
    The all-electric day cab truck features thermally controlled Lithium Iron Phosphate battery packs that can be fully charged in around three and a half hours and give the vehicle a maximum range of 150 miles. ...
    10,000th Peterbilt Model 579 UltraLoft Goes To Long Haul Trucking Of Albertville, Minnesota
    Posted On: October 12, 2020
    The transport company has 32 years of industry experience and a fleet that includes 140 Peterbilt 579s. ...
    PACCAR, Faith Technologies & Schneider Electric Partner For Kenworth & Peterbilt Electric Truck Battery Charging Systems
    Posted On: September 29, 2020
    Customers who prefer to lease the electric trucks can do so through the PacLease program and can have the cost of a charging unit included in the lease. ...
    Zero-Emission, All-Electric Peterbilt Model 220EV Truck Now Available For Order, Deliveries To Start Later In 2020
    Posted On: August 21, 2020
    The 220EV features an electric motor powered by two battery packs and an onboard charging system; it has a maximum range of 200 miles and can be fully recharged by a DC fast-charging system in one or two hours. ...
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    Posted 6/8/2026
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    Posted 6/5/2026
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    Posted 6/4/2026
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    Posted 6/4/2026
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    Used Construction Equipment Rentals Remain Strong as Sales Cool
    Posted 6/4/2026
    Used construction equipment inventory levels continued to decline in May, led by crawler excavators and wheel loaders, according to the latest Sandhills Global market reports. ...
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    Posted 6/2/2026
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    Posted 6/2/2026
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    Posted 5/29/2026
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