NextTruck Blog & Industry News – Trucker Information

Volvo Trucks showcased its latest fuel efficiency improvements, including a new XE – eXceptional Efficiency – powertrain package for linehaul applications, at the 2015 Mid-America Trucking Show in Louisville, Kentucky. Like Volvo’s other XE packages, XE super direct drive improves fuel efficiency by lowering engine rpms at a given vehicle speed – a concept Volvo […]

At the Mid-America Trucking Show this week, International® Truck will demonstrate the latest enhancements to its commercial truck line-up and the integration of best-in-class technologies helping the company realize its mission to become the uptime leader in the industry. “Delivering industry-leading levels of uptime to our customers is more than just building a line of […]

Volvo Trucks will bring the latest in fuel efficiency from aerodynamic and powertrain improvements to the 2015 Mid-America Trucking Show March 26 to 28 at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Kentucky. Volvo’s booth (No. 32125) includes 11 vehicles designed for regional haul, long haul, heavy haul and vocational segments of the Class 8 market […]

During the Mid-America Trucking Show, Peterbilt announced a new special Model 579 that features unique interior and exterior styling and exclusive content. Peterbilt General Manager and PACCAR Vice President, Darrin Siver said, “This is a milestone year for the company and we wanted to acknowledge it in a way that has been defining Peterbilt for […]

Mack Trucks highlighted many of its most popular models at this year’s 2014 Mid-America Trucking Show located at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Kentucky. The exposition is the largest heavy-duty truck tradeshow, providing interpersonal interaction between trucking professionals and industry representative. The Mack Truck exhibition emphasized the company’s commitment to maximizing uptime for operators […]

The Women In Trucking Association (WIT) will hold its fifth annual “Salute to the Women Behind the Wheel” event on March 29, 2014 at the Mid-America Trucking Show in Louisville, Kentucky. Because of a new program offered through TravelCenters of America (TA) and Petro Stopping Centers, professional drivers may buy fuel at one of their […]

The 2014 Mid-America Trucking Event will showcase the latest machines from veteran truck builder Freightliner March 27 through 29 is bound to be a spectacular showing for many of the world’s largest and most revered trucking industry companies. To showcase their extensive suite of trucks and accessories, Freightliner has planned plent of events, giveaways and […]

Optimus Prime at the Mid-America Trucking Show? Western Star Truck Sales ups the ante with an unforgettable booth experience Their motto this year is “Never Back Down,” and the 2014 Mid-America Trucking Show (March 27– 29) is the perfect venue to showcase the latest concepts, production models, and custom trucking solutions from legendary truck builder […]

The 2014 Mid-America Trucking Show will take place from March 27th to 29th in Louisville, Kentucky. Volvo Trucks fans eagerly anticipate a full showcase of the North American Class 8 models. They will be exhibited at the no. 32125 indoor booth in the North Hall of the Kentucky Exposition Center. Models on exhibit include twelve […]

It’s time to go to Louisville for The Mid-America Trucking Show 2014, one of the busiest shows that we exhibit at!  This year, you will be able to see NextTruck and Rock & Dirt in the same location. From dump to sleeper trucks and their related products & services, we have it covered.  Our booth is […]

Attendees at the 2013 Mid-America Trucking Show had the first look at Great Dane’s new mobile app, which was on display in the company’s Booth #34075, March 21-23 at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky. Great Dane’s Innovation Experience at MATS 2013 featured a display with an Apple® iPad™ and a Samsung® Galaxy Tab™ […]

Freightliner Trucks announced that its 2014 Cascadia® Evolution has achieved more than 10,000 orders. The truck – which was introduced in 2012 – is now in full production. Powered by Detroit™, the Cascadia Evolution features aerodynamic and efficiency improvements that deliver up to an additional 7 percent improvement in fuel economy over an EPA 2010-compliant […]