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Fleet equipment manufacturers look to an electrified future

2021 Trucks Report: Manufacturers unveil latest offerings

November 3, 2020

After a complicated year, fleet equipment manufacturers unveil their 2021 Trucks Report. To keep up with sustainability initiatives, more electric trucks are being piloted in the market, and self-driving trucks also are being produced and tested.

2020 Trucks Report: Manufacturers unveil next year’s improvements

Comfort, collision mitigation, connectivity and electric charge on docket for next generation of trucks

Jeff Cioletti

November 20, 2019

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Here are some snapshots of what’s happening with the industry’s top fleet equipment suppliers and what to expect in 2020 and beyond.

Chevrolet Silverado 2019 - Beverage Industry

2019 Trucks Report: A look at 2019 work truck offerings

Upgrades, new releases address driver comfort, safety

Jeff Cioletti

December 17, 2018

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Here’s a look at what you can expect from some of the biggest names in fleet equipment manufacturing.

2018 Trucks Report: Beverage fleet equipment manufacturers announce new products for 2018

Green fleet technology proliferates in new truck launches

Jeff Cioletti

December 20, 2017

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Here’s a rundown of what to expect as we roll into 2018.

2017 Trucks Report: Engine releases address fuel efficiency

New technology eases trailer operation

Tom Kelley

November 14, 2016

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Ford Motor Co.’s new F-Series Super Duty will offer Trailer Reverse Guidance, a technology that uses cameras to see more angles, monitor conditions surrounding the truck and provide real-time coaching guidance while maneuvering a trailer. The Super Duty is the first Ford vehicle to offer as many as seven cameras, three of which are used in Trailer Reverse Guidance. More than just digital rearview mirrors, the functions of these cameras include the following:

2016 Trucks Report: Ford to release new Super Duty truck model

Vehicle manufacturer upgrades improve fuel efficiency, safety

Tom Kelley

November 16, 2015

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With the exception of the Ford Super Duty launch coming later in the year, new truck model news will be comparatively thin for 2016, but that’s not to say that all is quiet. Most truck manufacturers have announced at least one or two refinements for 2016, while others have been more prolific.

2015 Trucks Report

Global van designs prominent next year

Tom Kelley

November 17, 2014

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With the commercial truck market showing continued signs of strength in the past year, several manufacturers brought new models to market for 2015.

2014 Trucks Report

What's new in the fleet space

Tom Kelley

November 15, 2013

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Beverage truck news continues to show a mixed bag for 2014 as many truck manufacturers are still in a “holding pattern” due to economic uncertainty.

2013 Trucks Report

November 15, 2012

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In early 2012, commercial truck sales improved dramatically.

2012 Trucks Report

Latest models designed for power, green options

David Kolman

November 14, 2011

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Completed annually, Beverage Industry’s medium- and heavy-duty truck roundup, which consists of Classes 4 through 8, is a compilation of vehicle offerings suited to beverage industry applications. Highlighted as follows is an overview of model year 2012 trucks and selected vehicle specifications.