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Nissan ending production of its commercial van
Dropping the NV would seem to remove Nissan from the pickup and delivery, final mile and many light construction segments.
October 14, 2020
Vans
Diesel emissions $1.5B settlement impacts 250K Mercedes Sprinter vans
The U.S. Department of Justice, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and California Air Resources Board (CARB) this week signed off on a proposed settlement with German automaker Daimler AG and its American subsidiary Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC, resolving alleged violations of the Clean Air Act and California law associated with emissions cheating. Under the settlement, lodged with […]
September 16, 2020
Utility Trucks
Commercial electric trucks, vans undercutting conventional vehicle costs
Economies of scale have led to a drop in prices for alt fuel commercial vehicle manufacturer Lightning Systems. Lightning announced that growing production has fueled a 10 to 50% drop for its 2021 Class 3 – 8 battery and fuel cell electric vehicles. “As we are witnessing in the passenger EV market, higher sales volumes […]
September 2, 2020
Vans
Bollinger announces Class 2 – 5 electric delivery van
Bollinger Motors continues its march into the nascent electric commercial vehicle space by unveiling today its DELIVER-E all-electric delivery van concept. Bollinger, based in Michigan, reports that the DELIVER-E leverages the engineering, technology, and components used in the company’s current all-electric prototype lineup which includes the B1 SUV, B2 pickup and B2 chassis cab. “We […]
August 27, 2020
Vans
Test drive: 2020 Ford Transit 250 cargo van
The 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, 2020
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Randall-Reilly launches used equipment website with ‘pay-for-performance’ pricing
Hard Working Truck’s parent company Randall-Reilly announced this week the launch of equipmentexperts.com, a pay-for-performance online marketplace for used trucking, construction and agriculture equipment. “Equipment Experts delivers a great user experience and builds trust. Buyers gain access to the most robust equipment data on the web to make informed buying decisions and sellers get the […]
August 19, 2020
Vans
XL webinars offer expert insights on fleet electrification
As the march continues for fleet electrification, plenty of questions arise regarding the adoption of these green workhorses that cut emissions while lowering fuel costs. Fleet owners and managers can turn to the XL Fleet Webinar Series for answers. Each webinar features experts from throughout the fleet industry focusing on the trends, challenges and opportunities […]
August 14, 2020
Vans
FCA and Waymo to build autonomous vans
FCA and Waymo announced today that they’re expanding their autonomous driving partnership by building and testing self-driving Ram ProMaster vans for the growing P&D market. Waymo will now work exclusively with FCA as its preferred partner for the development and testing of Class 1-3 light Ram commercial vans for goods movement for commercial delivery customers […]
July 22, 2020
Vans
2020 Ram 1500 pickups and ProMaster vans recalled for air bag issue
FCA is recalling certain 2020 Ram ProMaster and 1500 pickups over concerns of air bag failure. The side curtain air bag in affected vehicles may not properly inflate during a crash, increasing the risk of injury. The defect has been traced to a diffuser which may detach from the inflator during deployment. About 114 vehicles […]
July 8, 2020
Vans
New diesel engine for Mercedes Sprinter Cargo Van
Mercedes-Benz Vans has announced the introduction of a new 2.0-liter 4-cylinder diesel engine for the Sprinter Cargo Van. The powertrain produces 161 hp and 266 lb.-ft. of torque and is paired with a 7-speed automatic transmission. The 2.0-liter 4-cylinder diesel Cargo variant will join the Sprinter lineup in the U.S. which includes the 3.0-liter 6-cylinder […]
July 8, 2020
Vans
Law requiring zero emission trucks, vans passed by California
Ready or not, here they come. The California Air Resources Board recently announced that zero emission trucks and vans are now the law of the land in California. In what CARB is calling the first rule of its kind in the world, starting in 2024, OEMs must begin transitioning to zero emission truck and van […]
June 29, 2020
Vans
Ford Transit Connect recalled for seatbelt defect
Ford is recalling select 2016-2017 Ford Transit Connect vans over concerns of possible seat belt failure. In affected vehicles, the driver and/or front passenger seat belt pretensioners may not deploy in a crash event in which the front seat belt pretensioners are activated. Ford advises that even with the primary seat belt locking function operating […]
June 3, 2020
Vans
Recall: Roof panel may separate from Ford Transit Connect
Ford is recalling certain model year 2014-2017 Transit Connect vehicles equipped with a Panoramic Fixed-Glass Vista roof. The panoramic roof panel may have been inadequately bonded to the vehicle, possibly resulting in the panel separating from the vehicle. If the panoramic roof panel separates from the vehicle while it is being driven, it may increase […]
May 20, 2020
Utility Trucks
Chlorine dioxide fumigation used to sanitize trucks
The Technology and Maintenance Council (TMC) S.4 Cab & Controls Study Group is charged with helping “improve the design and maintenance of cab components and systems to enhance the driver’s ability to properly, comfortably and economically operate highway vehicles,” but they just might play a front-line role in keeping the trucking industry safe from the […]
April 1, 2020
Vans
Cargo van sales rise during COVID-19 pandemic
While the COVID-19 pandemic has brought production freezes along with huge sales losses for major auto manufacturers, at least three industry giants are reporting increased demand for vehicles that don’t exactly play starring roles at local dealers. Ford, GM and Ram have seen increased demand for vans that support pickup and delivery, which got a […]
April 1, 2020
Utility Trucks
Q&A: Bollinger founder and CEO Robert Bollinger talks about commercial applications for his EV platform
Bollinger recently announced that its electric chassis platform used in its truck and SUV prototypes is also ideal for commercial vehicle use. Bollinger founder and CEO Robert Bollinger explained more during a Q&A with Hard Working Trucks. HWT: Has Bollinger subjected its platform to any commercial vehicle testing? If so, please describe. Bollinger: The platform itself is […]
March 25, 2020
Vans
Work Truck Show charges ahead with electric vans and trucks
(This story was updated from an earlier version). If there was ever a sign that powertrain electrification is forging ahead, it was at The Work Truck Show in Indianapolis last week. Five manufacturers showcased electric vans at the Indianapolis Convention Center. Sparking additional interest, XL Fleet debuted two heavy-duty hybrid Chevy Silverados, Motiv brought their […]
March 10, 2020
Vans
Ram reveals 2021 ProMaster with several safety features
Ram Commercial today revealed the 2021 Ram ProMaster at National Truck Equipment Association’s (NTEA) The Work Truck Show in Indianapolis, Indiana. Aimed at one of the largest commercial customer categories – vocational use – the 2021 Ram ProMaster is a full-size van designed for businesses, construction jobsites and commercial fleets. “Ram Commercial was formed in […]
March 4, 2020
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