RentalYard Truck and Trailer News Blog Archive

    Freightliner Unveils 5th-Generation Cascadia
    Posted On: November 4, 2024
    Freightliner’s fifth-generation Cascadia is packed with advanced safety features and has improved aerodynamics for even greater efficiency. ...
    Volvo Trucks Redefines The Trucking Industry In North America With Start Of Series Production Of The All-New Volvo VNL
    Posted On: October 3, 2024
    Volvo Trucks North America started series production of the all-new Volvo VNL, a reimagined Class 8 truck with sleek aerodynamics and striking visual details. ...
    Kenworth’s SuperTruck 2 Provides A Glimpse Of The Future At ACT Expo
    Posted On: June 6, 2024
    Kenworth designed its SuperTruck 2 demonstrator over six years, giving it a completely redesigned cab with separate sitting and sleeping areas, a 440-horsepower Paccar MX-11 engine, and a 48-volt electric generator. ...
    Isuzu & Thermo King Debut All-Electric NRR EV Reefer Truck
    Posted On: May 31, 2024
    Isuzu and Thermo King collaborated on an all-electric NRR EV truck that communicates directly with its e300 all-electric transport refrigeration unit. ...
    Kittle’s Furniture Acquires Indiana’s First Kenworth K270E Battery-Electric Truck
    Posted On: May 23, 2024
    The Kenworth K270E is a medium-duty, Class 6 battery-electric truck ideal for local distribution, pickup and delivery, and last-mile logistics applications. ...
    Kenworth Announces Production Schedule For Class 8 Trucks Specified With New Cummins X15N Engine
    Posted On: May 17, 2024
    Kenworth announced it will begin production of Kenworth T680 and T880 models specified with the new Cummins X15N natural gas engine in the third quarter of 2024. ...
    Evergreen Waste Acquires Mack LR Electric Refuse Trucks, Plans Vehicle-To-Grid Operation
    Posted On: May 14, 2024
    Evergreen Waste Services bought five new Mack LR Electric refuse trucks, which will run 40% of the battery down and return to the depot to give power back to the grid during peak hours and recharge overnight. ...
    Mack Trucks Showcases LR Electric, MD7 & TerraPro Trucks At WasteExpo 2024
    Posted On: May 10, 2024
    Mack Trucks displayed its next-gen, fully electric LR Electric Class 8 truck at the WasteExpo 2024 trade show in early May in Las Vegas, along with the medium-duty MD7 and the compact, maneuverable TerraPro. ...
    Volvo VNL Now Has Pedestrian Detection, Panoramic Windshield & Other New Safety Features
    Posted On: May 9, 2024
    Volvo Trucks describes the active and passive safety features of the latest version of its VNL semitruck, including Volvo Active Driver Assist (VADA) technologies as well as mechanical and design safety features. ...
    Cargobull Debuts Hybrid Refrigeration Units On Utility Trailer 3000R
    Posted On: April 8, 2024
    Cargobull North America’s hybrid transport refrigeration units, or TRUs, meet stringent emission standards and are available exclusively on Utility Trailer’s 3000R reefer trailer. ...
    Mack MD Electric Hits The Streets
    Posted On: April 4, 2024
    Mack Trucks’ newest battery-electric vehicle, the MD Electric, has 260 peak horsepower, 1,850 pounds-foot maximum torque, and a maximum range of 230 miles. ...
    New Peterbilt Model 567 & Model 589 Car Carriers Feature UltraLow Roof
    Posted On: March 13, 2024
    New Peterbilt car carrier configurations include the Model 567 UltraLow Roof Day Cab and Model 589 UltraLow Roof 58-inch Sleeper. ...
    Volvo Shows Off Connectivity Innovations & Automatic 911 Calling For VNL Trucks
    Posted On: March 12, 2024
    Volvo Trucks North America debuted the newest VNL truck at ATA TMC last week. ...
    Volvo Offers Details On New VNL’s Updated D13 Engine & I-Shift Transmission
    Posted On: March 4, 2024
    Volvo engineers made numerous enhancements to the D13 engine and I-Shift automated manual transmission used in Volvo’s all-new VNL semitruck that delivered a 10% increase in fuel efficiency and other benefits. ...
    Haul More Bushels & Offload Them Faster With Trail King’s TKCHT Grain Hopper Semitrailer
    Posted On: October 19, 2023
    The Trail King TKCHT Grain Hopper trailer has a high-tensile steel subframe, composite smooth-panel construction, a high bushel capacity, and one-piece molded lower hoppers for quick clean-outs. ...
    Mack Trucks Announces Anthem Models To See Up Close At ATA MC&E Show
    Posted On: October 11, 2023
    The manufacturer plans to display two Mack Anthem semitrucks, an aerodynamic diesel model with a 70-inch sleeper and a CNG-powered 6x4 day cab truck, at the ATA MC&E show in Austin, Texas, October 14 to 17. ...
    Titan Freight Systems Adds 3 Battery-Electric Freightliner eCascadias To Fleet
    Posted On: August 4, 2023
    The Class 8 trucks will run delivery routes throughout the Portland Metropolitan area and will be joined by three Freightliner eM2 medium-duty electric box trucks serving downtown Portland later this year. ...
    Isuzu & Builtmore Celebrate Assembly Of 100,000th Isuzu N-Series Gasoline Truck
    Posted On: June 7, 2023
    Only five years after production of the 50,000th unit, North America’s premier gas-powered low-cab-forward truck reaches another milestone. ...
    Peterbilt’s Brand-New Model 589 Blends Iconic Style With Next-Level Comfort
    Posted On: May 15, 2023
    “The Model 589 takes cues from our heritage designs and incorporates essential customer feedback to bring it to life,” says Peterbilt’s Jason Skoog. ...
    Freightliner Details eM2 Powertrain & Features For All-Electric, Medium-Duty Trucks
    Posted On: May 9, 2023
    Available in Class 6 and Class 7 platforms, the eM2 is based on Freightliner’s existing M2 106 Plus platform, upgraded with latest Detroit ePowertrain with multiple battery size options. ...
    Mack Trucks Will Showcase MD Electric & LR Electric At ACT Expo
    Posted On: April 28, 2023
    ACT Expo runs May 1 to 4 at the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, California, and attendees can visit booth 5667 to get an up-close look at the first and second battery-electric vehicles from Mack. ...
     Volvo To Display Innovative Green Tech & VNR Electric At ACT Expo
    Posted On: April 26, 2023
    The Advanced Clean Transportation Expo 2023 will take place May 1 to 4 at the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, California. ...
    Mack Trucks Announces Product Lineup At 2023 WasteExpo
    Posted On: April 26, 2023
    The breadth of the product lineup on display spotlights Mack’s commitment to the refuse industry, as well as the unique needs of its customers. ...
    DSNY Shows Off Mack LR Electric At New York International Auto Show
    Posted On: April 25, 2023
    “DSNY is committed to reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, and Mack is proud to help them achieve their goals through the Mack LR Electric refuse truck,” says Jonathan Randall, president of Mack Trucks North America. ...
    Tico Tractors Announces Electric Truck Production
    Posted On: March 14, 2023
    The yard spotter manufacturer has partnered with Volvo Penta to integrate their proven driveline, batteries, and e-accessories featured throughout the Volvo Group into the Pro-Spotter Electric (EV unit). ...
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    Submit Free Equipment Rental Quote Requests Easier Than Ever On RentalYard.com
    Posted 6/24/2026
    Finding the right construction equipment, farm machinery, trucks, trailers, or attachments to rent or lease just got simpler on RentalYard.com, thanks to the new dedicated Request A Quote page. ...
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    What's New At Sandhills Global
    Posted 6/4/2026
    Find out about the latest Sandhills features and news, including the new Bloomberg/Sandhills dealer survey, the new parts hub, Hot Lists, and more. ...
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    Used Construction Equipment Rentals Remain Strong as Sales Cool
    Posted 6/4/2026
    Used construction equipment inventory levels continued to decline in May, led by crawler excavators and wheel loaders, according to the latest Sandhills Global market reports. ...
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    Liebherr Debuts Generation 8 Material Handlers At IFAT 2026
    Posted 5/14/2026
    Liebherr recently debuted its Generation 8 material handler prototypes, the LH 18 M Industry and electric LH 22 M Industry E, with the new emCAB cabin and Mobility Kit battery options supporting magnets and recharging during use. ...
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    Bobcat Introduces Rental-Ready PA375V Portable Air Compressor
    Posted 5/14/2026
    Bobcat’s new PA375V portable air compressor combines reliable air output, simplified service access, and long runtime for rental environments, contractors, and utility customers. ...
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    Used Truck Fleets Continue to Age Amidst Ongoing Inventory Decline
    Posted 5/7/2026
    According to the latest Sandhills Global market reports, inventory levels of used trucks on TruckPaper.com and other Sandhills platforms are down over 20% compared to last year and is continuing a downward trend. ...
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    New Vermeer TR6500TX Trommel Screen With Tracks For Enhanced Jobsite Mobility & Efficiency
    Posted 5/1/2026
    The TR6500TX features a tracked undercarriage, a large hopper, a digital drum angle readout and a full-function remote control to help optimize jobsite productivity and efficiency. ...
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    What's New At Sandhills Global
    Posted 4/30/2026
    Find out about the latest additions to Sandhills platforms, including TruckPaper.com’s new trailer model names and BoatHarbor.com’s new mobile app. ...
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    Smart Farm Machinery Sales Strategies Start With Sandhills Ag Platforms
    Posted 4/28/2026
    These powerhouse platforms, including TractorHouse, MarketBook, and SpecialtyCropEQ, reach a global audience and provide the tools and advertising options to set sellers up for success. ...
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    Used Semi-Trailer Market Improves Despite Downward Truck Market Trends and Rising Fuel Prices
    Posted 4/6/2026
    According to new Sandhills Global market reports, used semi-trailer asking prices and auction values ticked up in March and are trending upward. ...
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