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Nation’s largest utility files for bankruptcy after being blamed for California wildfires
The nation’s largest utility, Pacific Gas & Electric, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy following growing lawsuits mounting into billions of dollars over current allegations and past findings that the company caused devastating and deadly wildfires in California. Investigations so far have concluded that PG&E equipment started 17 fires in Northern California since 2017, according […]
January 31, 2019
Utility Trucks
Tow truck & utility trucks collide in Florida
A tow truck driver and his passenger were both seriously injured today after the truck slammed into a utility truck along U.S. 231 in Bay County, Fla. According to the Florida Highway Patrol, the 24-year-old driver of the Ford F-650 tow truck was traveling in the southbound, outside lane of the highway when he struck […]
December 29, 2018
Utility Trucks
Could airless tires transition from low-speeds to the highway?
While the trucking industry is fixated on the future of trucks without diesel fuel, several tire manufacturers have been working on developing tires without air. Non-pneumatic tires (NPTs) eliminate the need for tires to be inflated with air to support vehicle weight by using a spoke or web design and the tire’s own tread band […]
November 22, 2018
Utility Trucks
Mack improves standard seat, side visibility on LR model
Mack Trucks is adding a standard passenger side sliding glass window for better visibility and Sears C2 PLUS air suspension seat for improved comfort to its LR model. At the Canadian Waste and Recycling Expo at the Enercare Center, Toronto, Mack also said an exterior stainless steel sun visor and 315 series tire coverage for the Hendrickson […]
October 24, 2018
Utility Trucks
Cummins new plug-in hybrid powertrain offers big drop in fuel consumption & emissions
Plug-in hybrids aren’t just for compact passenger cars anymore. Cummins unveiled a plug-in hybrid electric powertrain at the 2018 IAA Commercial Vehicle Show in Hannover, Germany for medium and heavy-duty applications. The hybrid PowerDrive, which offers both parallel and series capabilities, was featured center stage at Cummins booth in a Kenworth T370 utility truck. The […]
September 20, 2018
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Utility Trucks
Hurricane Florence downgraded to Cat 2 as preparations continue
Hurricane Florence was downgraded to a category 2 storm Wednesday night and forecast to take a more southerly route as government officials and utility companies continue preparing for the storm’s Thursday arrival from Virginia to Georgia. South Carolina and North Carolina were still projected to receive the worst of Florence which in its 5 a.m. […]
September 13, 2018
Utility Trucks
Knapheide President W. “Knap” Knapheide III, 72, remembered as dedicated family man, patriot
W. “Knap” Knapheide III, President of The Knapheide Manufacturing Company of Quincy, Ill. died at the age of 72 on Tuesday, August 28 at 6:55 pm in his home. Knap was born August 29, 1945 in Quincy the son of H. W. “Bud” Knapheide, Jr. and Mary MacDill Knapheide. He married Ann Winters on June […]
August 30, 2018
Utility Trucks
Crane truck driver creates job security for bucket truck driver
Talk about a case of the Mondays – regardless of what day of the week it is. The driver of this crane truck single-handedly wiped out an entire intersection when he failed to lower the arm – snapping poles and power lines as he navigated the what should have been a simple left-hand turn. We’re […]
August 15, 2018
Utility Trucks
New mechanics body from Palfinger
All compartment tops and raised compartments are reinforced with internal gussets which prevents cracking and allows for mounting of welders, compressors and tool boxes.
March 6, 2018
Utility Trucks
Terex auger drill headed to Antarctica to support scientific research
The 330 Auger Drill features a unique mounting configuration and numerous insulation and heating modifications to operate in the extreme environment.
December 21, 2017
Utility Trucks
Test drive: the Nikola Zero UTV that will give rise to the Nikola One tractor
Nikola Motor Company (NMC) has positioned itself to rival electric auto-maker Tesla for the crown of trucking’s King of Alternative Power, but much like Elon Musk and his various side businesses, Nikola founder Trevor Milton has also divested his team’s talents. Next year, NMC will debut its Nikola Zero utility vehicle (UTV), targeting military applications […]
December 20, 2017
Utility Trucks
Nikola’s new electric UTV shown shredding competition, including Ford
You know vehicle development has taken an interesting turn when an all-electric UTV is powerful enough to not only easily shame off-road competitors but top sports cars, too. Nikola Powersports released a video this week showing its new plug-in 4×4 Nikola NZT (formally Nikola Zero in development) getting a late start against both the 2017 […]
December 20, 2017
Utility Trucks
Utility truck stolen as driver is elevated in bucket putting up Christmas decorations
A utility truck driver who had been elevated in his bucket hanging Christmas decorations on a power pole suddenly got jerked away as a thief made off with his truck. Surveillance video obtained from wlwt.com shows the public works employee in Cincinnati hanging on to the hydraulic arm of his bucket truck as the would-be […]
November 21, 2017
Utility Trucks
Dana’s weight-saving Spicer S140 axle now available on medium-duty Peterbilt trucks
Dana Incorporated announced that its Spicer S140 Series single-reduction, single-drive axle is now available as an option on medium-duty vehicles from Peterbilt, including the 220, 330, 337, and 348 models. This axle is designed to support Class 6 and 7 applications with gross axle weight ratings (GAWR) from 17,000 through 21,000 pounds. Weighing up to […]
October 5, 2017
Utility Trucks
ICUEE is larger than ever with 20 percent more exhibitors, including newcomer Acela
The largest International Construction & Utility Equipment Exposition yet is scheduled for early next month in Louisville, Ky. Exhibitors include Acela Truck Company, A.R.E., Dakota Bodies, Cummins, General Motors, Nissan, Ranger Design and many more. Look for Acela’s 4×4 and 6×6 Monterra chassis, utility, crane and service trucks at booth N2201. “From its 46-inch tires […]
September 18, 2017
Utility Trucks
Terex training seminar draws participants from around the globe
For 39 years, fleet managers, technicians, purchasing managers, and other office personnel have attended Terex Utilities’ annual Hands On Training Seminar. Described as “helpful, informative and detailed,” by one attendee, the event held last month provided customers and distributors with a better understanding of typical applications and proper use of Terex equipment. “The intent is […]
September 17, 2017
Utility Trucks
Kenworth T370 now available with factory-installed heavy front drive axles
The Kenworth T370 is now available with factory-installed 18,000-pound and 20,000-pound front drive axles. The new offering is targeted for heavy utility services, construction, municipalities, fire and rescue, and other specialty applications. The Kenworth T370 offers the Fabco FSD-18A and FSD-20A front drive axles paired with an all-new Fabco TC-548 transfer case that is designed […]
August 24, 2017
Utility Trucks
Altec honored at President Trump’s “Made in America” event
It’s not every day that a truck company gets honored at the White House. Such was the case recently for Altec which was given the opportunity to participate in President’s Trump’s “Made in America” product showcase in Washington. Leading manufacturers around the U.S. were invited to participate in the July 17 event to mark the […]
August 3, 2017
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New V8 Ford Raptor R makes surprise appearance and puts competition on notice
Ford's new V8-equipped Raptor R made a surprise visit at a recent Ford Bronco event when it went roaring past journalists leaving behind a giant rooster tail of sand that they likely won't forget anytime soon.
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Rivian CEO: Chip shortage won't compare to battery shortage
