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Sterling Introduces New Features Author: Tom Berg, Truck Editor Date: September 28, 2010 | Read Time: 11 min New Products Reveal Spring typically marks a peak season for truck product launches, with events held nationwide. March featured three key gatherings: the National Truck Equipment Association
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) – In the early hours of Saturday morning at the Womble Football Center, trucks loaded with equipment for Texas Tech Football and the Goin’ Band began their long trek to the Orange Bowl in Miami, Florida. The transport convoy is moving roughly 30,000 pounds of gear over a distan
Toyota is poised to release the 2026 Tacoma midsize pickup trucks at dealerships this winter, featuring two engine options, eight trims, two cab styles, and two bed lengths. Buyers can select between two- or four-wheel-drive configurations, along with updated colors and designs on certain trims. The
Merritt Enhances Its Reach with Magnum Trailer & Equipment Acquisition US-based Merritt, a top manufacturer of livestock and gooseneck trailers with nearly 75 years of industry experience, has unveiled a strategic initiative aimed at bolstering its position and broadening its capabilities in the alu
The Mercedes-Benz Atego: Backbone of THW’s New Equipment Trucks The Mercedes-Benz Atego serves as the foundation for over 100 new equipment trucks for the German Federal Agency for Technical Relief (THW). The specialized superstructure is crafted by BINZ Automotive GmbH. These new trucks play a cruc
Tough Market for Truck Dealers Amid Rising Sales of Used Farm Equipment LINCOLN, Nebraska — December 4, 2025 Recent market data from Sandhills Global reveals a challenging environment for used truck dealers, while sales of used agricultural machinery have seen a modest increase. The heavy machinery
Commercial truck prices have experienced significant growth over the past year, climbing by double digits, although recent pricing patterns have exhibited mixed results. This fluctuation is primarily influenced by uncertainties surrounding tariffs and market volatility, which are impacting the indus
Purdue’s Innovative Charging Method Purdue University has made significant progress in a groundbreaking approach to charging electric heavy-duty trucks directly from the roadway. The university recently announced a successful trial where they wirelessly charged an electric heavy-duty truck while it
Soft Roll-Up Made from flexible materials like vinyl, soft roll-up covers can be manually rolled up towards the cabin. They are lightweight, cost-effective, and easy to install, making them suitable for those on a budget seeking basic protection from the weather while maintaining the option for near
