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Olive-drab Mack Defense military tactical truck chassis with rugged tires, spare tire mounted behind the cab, heavy-duty front bumper, and three-axle configuration, photographed under a clear blue sky.

Mack Defense to Spotlight Common Tactical Truck Line Haul Hybrid Tractor During AUSA 2026

Mack Defense was awarded a contract to design, build, and deliver prototype vehicles for the U.S. Army’s Common Tactical Truck (CTT) program. It will show off its line-haul hybrid tractor prototype, based on the Mack Granite, at the 2026 United States Army (AUSA) Annual Meeting and Exposition.

Six 2027 GMC Sierra 1500 pickups lined up on a dirt overlook with mountains in the background beneath the words “GMC Sierra 1500 Fleet Guide.”

GMC Sierra 1500 Fleet Guide Specs Capability and 2027 Model-Year Updates

Large group of employees gathered outdoors in front of a green Ernst Concrete mixer truck, posing beneath American and company flags to commemorate a company milestone.

Advance Produces 20,000th Front-Discharge Mixer

Close-up of a Duramax 8.3L Allison Transmission badge mounted on a vehicle hood, highlighting the engine designation and metallic trim.

GM Launches Clean Sheet Duramax 8.3L Turbo-Diesel V8 for 2027 HD Pickups

News•by Staff•April 2, 2020

Vehicle Makers Extend Production Downtime at North American Factories

In response to the ongoing COVID-19/coronavirus pandemic, auto- and truck makers are announcing extended production and factory closures.

News•by Andy Lundin•April 1, 2020

Commercial Fleet Sales Drop in March

Commercial fleet sales from nine manufacturers totaled 65,135 in March 2020, representing an 17.7% year-over-year decrease.

News•by Staff•March 31, 2020

Mack Offers Enhanced Finance Options for All Segments

Mack Financial Services is offering several enhanced finance programs to help customers of all segments during the current coronavirus situation.

News•by Staff•March 30, 2020

Sprinter Vans Recalled for Tire-Related Issues

Daimler Vans USA is recalling several Sprinter models for issues related to tire installation and replacement.

News•March 30, 2020

Electric Truck Tested on Public Wireless Electric Road

ElectReon has tested the wireless charging of a 40-ton long-haul electric truck in Sweden. This marks the first truck operations on a public wireless electric road, according to the announcement.

News•by Staff•March 30, 2020

International Recalls LT and HX Models for Brake Lights

Navistar is recalling approximately 13,570 International LT and International HX trucks due to a potential poor electrical connection in the brake lights.

News•by Staff•March 27, 2020

Sand and Gravel Fleet Depends on Kenworth and Paccar

Butte Sand and Gravel operates a 430-acre mine, using more than 70 Kenworth trucks, including Kenworth T880s, to deliver product throughout Northern California and Northern Nevada.

News•by Staff•March 26, 2020

FCA Plans to Donate 1M Face Masks Per Month

The company plans to begin manufacturing the face masks in the coming weeks and expects to distribute its initial production across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.

News•by Staff•March 26, 2020

Ford to Restart Production at Key North American Plants

Ford aims to restart production at select plants in North America as early as April 6.

News•by Staff•March 23, 2020

SelecTrucks Opens Center in Memphis

SelecTrucks, a North American retailer of used truck, welcomed its 27th location to the network with the opening of SelecTrucks of Memphis.