Jason Cannon (HWT)Jason Cannon is the Editor of Commercial Carrier Journal. He has a Class A CDL and is a graduate of the Porsche Sport Driving School. Reach him at [email protected].Utility TrucksFord adds standard PTO on new F-600New for the 2021 model year Ford is adding power takeoff (PTO) provisions for its F-600 truck on both gasoline and diesel powertrains. The F-600 features a Ford TorqShift 10-speed automatic transmission, which comes with a 10-bolt design live PTO provision standard on both the 7.3-liter V8 class-exclusive gasoline and 6.7-liter V8 diesel powertrains. The PTO […]December 18, 2020Alternative powerNikola, GM ink deal for fuel cell trucksNikola Corporation announced Monday the signing a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with General Motors (GM), calling for the Detroit auto giant to provide fuel cell technology for Nikola’s commercial trucks. Under the terms of the MOU, Nikola and GM will jointly work on the integration of GM’s Hydrotec fuel-cell technology into Nikola’s Class 7 […]December 2, 2020VocationalTest drive: Western Star’s all-new 49XConstructed from aerospace-grade aluminum and enhanced with steel reinforcements, the cab – the largest in its segment, offering 10%-13% more space than competitors and 8% lighter.November 18, 2020VocationalInternational updating its severe-duty HX Series truck lineupThe new 120-inch-BBC HX Series features a redesigned and more rugged high-strength steel cab that includes a three-piece crack-resistant hood engineered for front-forward visibility.November 18, 2020VocationalMack unveils more fuel efficient engineA new version of Mack‘s 13-liter M 8HE engine unveiled Monday comes with a fuel efficiency improvement by up to 3% compared to the current MP8HE. The next generation Mack MP8HE engine will continue to be offered in 415 and 445 horsepower ratings with 1,760 and 1,860 lb.-ft. of torque, respectively. The next generation Mack MP8HE […]October 28, 2020TrucksHino unveils electric trucks and fuel cell tractor built with ToyotaHino on Monday became the latest trucking OEM to toss its hat into the electrified ring, leaping into a crowded green trucking field that already includes the likes of Freightliner, Volvo, and Paccar, among others. Project Z, Hino’s development path to zero emissions Class 4 through Class 8 trucks, leans on partnerships with technology leaders […]October 7, 2020VocationalWestern Star launches 49X vocational truckWestern Star is rolling out its next-generation vocational truck, the 49X – a modern and tech-rich takeoff of its 4900. A clean sheet design built from the ground up, the 49X is engineered to be easier to upfit, and also features a lighter-weight chassis and cab. The new model also debuts a new work-specific DT12 […]September 30, 2020Alternative powerNikola’s founder Trevor Milton calls it quits following fraud allegationsNikola Motor Company founder Trevor Milton announced Monday morning that he would step down as executive chairman of his Phoenix, Arizona-based hydrogen-electric upstart amid a firestorm of criticism sparked by a skeptical stock short-seller and subsequent inquiry from the Securities and Exchange Commission. “The focus should be on the company and its world changing mission,” […]September 21, 2020PickupsGeneral Motors to aid in production of Badger pickup, gets ownership in Nikola MotorNikola Corporation and General Motors (GM) on Tuesday announced a strategic partnership that gives the Detroit automotive behemoth an ownership stake in the Arizona-based hydrogen-electric startup in exchange for use of GM’s battery system and fuel cell tech. Nikola initially will utilize GM’s Ultium battery system and Hydrotec fuel cell technology for its Badger pickup […]September 8, 2020VansTest drive: 2020 Ford Transit 250 cargo vanThe 2020 Ford Transit 250 is the company's most high-tech van to date offering a suite of new driver safety features, improved mpg, better maneuverability and plenty of cargo space. Discover more about Ford's new cargo van on Hard Working Trucks.August 25, 2020Previous PagePage 2 of 139Next PageTop StoriesTrucksWhat’s New in 2024 for Chevy's Silverado 1500 Pickup?The nine-trim lineup boasts max towing of 13,300 pounds, payload of 2,260 pounds and torque of 495 pound-feet.Pickup TrucksNTSB eyes speed limiters on passenger vehcilesTrucksFreightliner kicks off production of electric medium duty modelPickup TrucksToyota Gives Glimpse of Concept EPU Electric Pickup TruckPickup TrucksFord recalling almost 1,000 Lightning pickups
