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Compare the Freightliner Cascadia and Volvo VNL, including cab design, sleeper comfort, engines, fuel efficiency, safety technology, ride quality, and maintenance.

July 30, 2026

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Freightliner Cascadia vs. Volvo VNL: Comparing Two of America’s Most Popular Highway Trucks

The Freightliner Cascadia and Volvo VNL have spent years competing for the same long-haul market, yet they reach that goal in different ways. Freightliner ...

Learn why cabover trucks fell out of favor in North America and how changing regulations, truck design, and driver expectations reshaped the trucking industry.

July 15, 2026

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Why Cabover Trucks Fell Out of Favor in North America

There was a time when cabover trucks were everywhere. From the 1960s into the early 1980s, they hauled freight across the Interstate Highway System, ...

ACT Research will celebrate 40 years in business during its 75th Market Vitals Seminar, focused on trucking, freight trends, Class 8 trucks, and industry forecasting through 2029.

May 29, 2026

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ACT Research Marks 40 Years with Industry Outlook Seminar Focused on Trucking Trends Through 2029

ACT Research will mark 40 years in business this August during its 75th Market Vitals Seminar, an event expected to focus heavily on freight ...

Volvo Trucks starts production of the all-new Volvo VNR regional hauler at its Virginia plant, featuring improved fuel efficiency, advanced safety features, and tighter turning for urban and regional routes.

February 20, 2026

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Volvo Trucks Begins Production of New Regional Hauler at Virginia Plant

Volvo Trucks North America has started production of the all-new Volvo VNR at its New River Valley Plant in Dublin, Virginia. This new regional ...

October 3, 2025

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Used Class 8 Truck Sales See First Uptick in Five Months, ACT Research Reports

After a sluggish stretch through spring and summer, the used truck market finally showed signs of life in August. New data from ACT Research’s ...

July 28, 2025

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Mack’s New Safety Tech Aims to Support Drivers Before Trouble Starts

Mack Trucks is entering a new era of driver safety with a proprietary system designed to provide truckers with increased awareness and peace of ...

June 30, 2025

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PacLease Celebrates 45 Years of Service and Growth

PACCAR Leasing Company (PacLease) is marking a major milestone this month—45 years of delivering full-service leasing and rental solutions for Kenworth and Peterbilt customers. ...

April 14, 2025

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Mack Introduces the Pioneer Truck: A Bold Step Forward in On-Highway Performance

Mack Trucks has just introduced the highly anticipated Pioneer model, replacing the Anthem as the company’s top on-highway truck after eight successful years. The ...

Time is running out for free registration to the Mid-America Trucking Show! Sign up today before fees increase. MATS 2025 runs from March 27-29 in Louisville—don’t miss out on industry connections, new tech, and live entertainment!

February 27, 2025

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Mack Enhances Connectivity Suite with Automated Updates and Self-Serve Parameters

Mack Trucks has kicked off its 125th anniversary with exciting developments for its customers. Jonathan Randall, President of Mack Trucks North America, recently described ...