RentalYard Garbage Trucks Blog Archive

    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. ...
    2 Mack LR Electric Refuse Trucks Coming To City Of Cambridge
    Posted On: December 22, 2022
    The Class 8 battery-electric trucks were selected to help the Massachusetts municipality move toward its goal of operating a fully electric fleet. ...
    Coastal Waste & Recycling Purchases 1st Mack LR Electric For South Florida Operations
    Posted On: December 21, 2022
    The Boca Raton, Florida, company operates a fleet of more than 450 vehicles, over half of which are Mack trucks. ...
    Casella Waste Systems Buys First Electric Refuse Vehicle In Vermont—A Mack Trucks LR Electric
    Posted On: December 12, 2022
    “The opportunity to cut greenhouse gas emissions, while maintaining a high level of service to our customers, is key to us,” says Casella Chairman and CEO John W. ...
    Mack LR Electric Part Of $10 Million South Bronx Clean Transportation Program
    Posted On: November 22, 2022
    “The Mack LR Electric model exemplifies Mack’s commitment to sustainable transportation solutions,” says Jonathan Randall, Mack Trucks senior vice president of sales and commercial operations. ...
    Mack LR Electric Helps City Of Mobile Work Toward Sustainability
    Posted On: August 10, 2022
    Mobile plans to purchase charging stations and create a comprehensive plan for electric vehicles in the future. ...
    Canadian Waste Resource Recovery Firm Acquires Mack LR Electric To Operate In Peel Region
    Posted On: August 10, 2022
    “We chose to order the Mack LR Electric because of Mack’s leadership in producing reliable and durable refuse vehicles,” says Paulina Leung, Emterra’s Chief Sustainability Officer. ...
    Nonprofit Recycler Eco-Cycle Orders First BEV, A Mack LR Electric
    Posted On: February 15, 2022
    The Mack LR Electric will help the company transition to an electric-powered fleet and is expected to travel 15,000 miles each year to collect compostables from commercial and residential clients. ...
    Mack Begins Serial Production Of LR Electric
    Posted On: December 22, 2021
    “Mack has long been a leader in the refuse segment, and we couldn’t be more pleased to now be producing Mack LR Electric vehicles to help our customers meet their sustainability goals,” says Mack Trucks’ Jonathan Randall. ...
    New York City Department Of Sanitation Takes Delivery Of Its First Electric Garbage Truck, A Mack LR Electric
    Posted On: September 24, 2020
    The Mack LR Electric demonstrator model has joined the DSNY’s 6,000-plus fleet and will work out of the Brooklyn North 1 garage. ...
    Mack To Kickstart Production Of LR Electric Refuse Truck Next Year, Ordering Opens Q4 2020
    Posted On: September 17, 2020
    The LR Electric has an all-electric integrated powertrain that consists of four NMC lithium-ion batteries and two electric motors that power the vehicle and any onboard accessories. ...
    International Puts Spotlight On HV Series & Diamond Partner Program At WasteExpo 2019
    Posted On: May 9, 2019
    The truck maker highlighted its refreshed vocational lineup as well as a new program that helps it work more effectively with truck equipment manufacturers. ...
    Mack LR Headlines Refuse Truck Lineup At WasteExpo 2018
    Posted On: April 26, 2018
    The company is showing off several models at the Las Vegas show, including the newest truck among its refuse and recycling market offerings. ...
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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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    When To Rent vs. When To Buy Heavy Equipment In 2026
    Posted 3/25/2026
    Financing conditions, utilization, machine availability, your job backlog, economic conditions, and cash flow—RentalYard and Machinery Trader help contractors decide whether to rent or buy heavy equipment in 2026. ...
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    AuctionTime Reaches More Heavy Machinery Buyers
    Posted 3/13/2026
    Read our post to learn how AuctionTime brings more bidders to weekly online auctions through unmatched exposure ahead of the sale. ...
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    Sandhills’ Flexible Sales Strategies Let You Tune Your Approach For The Best ROI
    Posted 3/12/2026
    Sandhills' flexible sales strategies help you sell the way you need to. ...
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