Mack Unveils Pioneer Tractor and Redesigned Anthem for Highway Fleets
Mack Trucks announced a two-model OTR strategy at its Experience Center, adding the new Pioneer alongside a refreshed Anthem for long-haul operations.
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Bendix and Aeva Partner to Build Lidar-Based Active Safety System for Class 8
Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems and Aeva will co-develop an active safety system combining Aeva's frequency-modulated continuous-wave lidar with Bendix's…
Netradyne Intelligence AI agents now auto-coach drivers, file incidents
Netradyne's new AI agents handle coaching sessions, incident records, and driver recognition without manager input. Safety teams get execution, not just alerts.
Mexico Truck Exports Climb to 12,000 Units in May After Slow Start
Freightliner led production with 9,348 units in May, up 14% year over year, while International fell 20%. U.S. took 92% of exports through May.
Class 8 Retail Sales Drop Year Over Year Despite May Uptick
New heavy-duty truck sales improved month-to-month in May 2026 but remain below prior-year levels as fleets hold back orders.
Mack and Volvo Issue Do-Not-Drive Recall for Wheel-Off Risk
Owners of 2026-2027 Mack Anthem, Granite, Pinnacle, Pioneer and Volvo VAH, VN, VHD, VNL, VNR units told not to operate trucks until remedy is performed.
Medium-Duty Truck Sales Stall as Buyers Hold Back Orders
ACT Research reports medium-duty buyers are delaying purchases in June 2026, mirroring the order hesitation seen in Class 8.
Volvo Signals More Mack Lineup Changes After Pioneer Launch
Volvo says additional Mack model updates are coming after the OEM launched the Pioneer Class 8 tractor in April 2025.
Ryder CEO Says Used Truck Market Momentum Will Accelerate in Q2 2026
John Diez reports improved used-truck conditions in second quarter, expects further upside ahead.
Mack Granite Cab Adds Reinforced ELD Rail, 12-Inch Digital Cluster
Production Granite now ships with a metal ELD mount across the dash, flat-bottom steering wheel, and optional air-suspension seat with heating and cooling.
Volvo's Monterrey Plant Builds First Test Trucks for U.S. Market
New Mexico facility will produce both Volvo VNL and Mack Anthem models, adding capacity to U.S. output as nearshoring accelerates.
Volvo's 2027 D13 engine cuts NOx, adds engine brake power
New electrical architecture and aftertreatment design hit EPA27 NOx targets while maintaining fuel economy and boosting retarder performance.