Freightliner Cascadia Archives

Air Force veteran Greg Smith has been named Schneider's newest Ride of Pride driver and will operate a truck honoring those affected by September 11, 2001.

June 23, 2026

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Air Force Veteran Selected as Schneider’s New Ride of Pride Driver

A Schneider driver with more than two decades of military service has been selected to operate the carrier’s newest Ride of Pride truck. Greg ...

Compare the Freightliner Cascadia and Volvo VNL, including driver comfort, visibility, sleeper design, technology, fleet adoption, and key differences that truck drivers should know.

June 12, 2026

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Freightliner Cascadia Vs Volvo VNL: Full Comparison Guide for Truck Drivers

The Freightliner Cascadia and Volvo VNL are two of the most recognizable trucks on North American highways. Both are commonly used for regional and ...

: A Freightliner Cascadia assisted Sierra Space with high-speed runway tow tests for the Dream Chaser spaceplane at Kennedy Space Center. The project validated key landing sequence data and highlighted the role of skilled truck drivers and dependable equipment in advanced aerospace operations.

December 8, 2025

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Freightliner Cascadia Helps Spaceplane Team Move One Step Closer to Orbit

Most drivers haul freight that stays on the ground. A crew at Kennedy Space Center recently hauled something built to leave it. Freightliner Trucks ...

July 18, 2025

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Daimler Builds 850,000th Truck at North Carolina Facility

Daimler Truck North America (DTNA) recently reached a major milestone: the assembly of its 850,000th truck at the Cleveland, North Carolina plant. This landmark ...

May 15, 2025

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Daimler Recalls Trucks Due to Brake Performance Concerns

Daimler Trucks North America has issued a recall affecting four truck models due to inadequate air tank capacity, which may compromise braking performance. The ...

May 9, 2025

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The Difference Between Vocational and On-Highway Trucks: What You Need to Know

In the trucking world, not all trucks are built the same. There are two main types of trucks that serve different purposes: vocational trucks ...

Freighliner vs Western Star the key differences between Freightliner and Western Star trucks, two leading brands in the heavy-duty truck industry

October 15, 2024

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Freightliner vs. Western Star: A Comprehensive Comparison

When choosing a heavy-duty truck, Freightliner and Western Star stand out as two premier options, each catering to distinct industry needs. Both brands, owned ...

american flag and road sign that reads "and the winner is" keys to progress program, honoring veterans

October 3, 2024

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Marine Veteran Awarded Freightliner Cascadia by Progressive Insurance

Honoring a Hero A distinguished Marine Corps veteran is all set to receive a brand-new 2022 Freightliner Cascadia truck in Houston, Texas. This award ...

Ondrae Meyers and his family with the freightliner Cascadia truck he received from Progressive's keys to progress program

September 25, 2024

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Marine Vet Ondrae Meyers Honored with Truck and $50K by Progressive

Ondrae Meyers, a retired U.S. Marine Corps veteran from Jacksonville, North Carolina, recently celebrated a significant milestone. The 22-year serviceman was awarded a 2022 ...