RentalYard Sleeper Trucks 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. ...
    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. ...
    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. ...
    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. ...
    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. ...
    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. ...
     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 To Showcase Anthem Trucks With Advanced Technologies At TMC 2023
    Posted On: February 24, 2023
    One is a Mack Anthem 6x4 day cab powered by compressed natural gas, and the other is an Anthem 6x4 diesel stand-up sleeper truck. ...
    Phoenix-Based Fresh Freight Relies On Peterbilt 579 UltraLoft Fleet To Keep Food Fresh Over The Long Haul
    Posted On: July 13, 2020
    The food transportation specialist sticks with the Peterbilt brand and this specific model because it helps recruit drivers and ultimately results in better service for the customer. ...
    Mack Trucks To Highlight Granite, Pinnacle & Anthem Models At ExpoCam 2019
    Posted On: April 9, 2019
    Mack Trucks recently revealed the models it’s bringing to this year’s ExpoCam, which runs April 11-13 at Place Bonaventure in Montreal, Quebec. ...
    Special Kenworth T680 & W990 Models To Be Featured At Mid-America Trucking Show
    Posted On: March 27, 2019
    Kenworth is bringing several trucks to this year’s Mid-America Trucking Show (MATS), which runs March 28-30 in Louisville, Kentucky, including a special Kenworth T680 model and three W990s. ...
    Kenworth Reveals Twin Steer Option For T880S Trucks
    Posted On: November 6, 2018
    Kenworth now offers a twin steer option for the T880S truck. ...
    Mack Trucks Brings Home A Silver IDEA Award For Its Anthem Design Work
    Posted On: October 15, 2018
    At a recent ceremony in New Orleans, Mack Trucks received a Silver International Design Excellence Award (IDEA) from the Industrial Design Society of America for its Anthem line of trucks. ...
    Kenworth Delivers First W990 Trucks To Long-Time Customers
    Posted On: October 11, 2018
    Kenworth recently revealed its new W990 long-hood truck at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway in late-September, and the company delivered the first handful of vehicles to eager customers at the same event. ...
    Volvo Celebrates The 35th Anniversary Of Its Integral Sleeper With Aerodynamic Design
    Posted On: May 1, 2018
    Volvo’s Integral Sleeper is particularly important in the pantheon of trucks because it was among the first to offer a fully integrated sleeper cab with a sleek, aerodynamic design in North America. ...
    Volvo Trucks Updates Its VNX Series With Performance, Comfort & Connectivity Features
    Posted On: March 26, 2018
    Volvo Trucks takes a well-rounded approach to its rugged, heavy-duty VNX series of trucks by not only going for maximum power and durability, but also making sure to cover comfort and safety. ...
    Volvo Unboxes The VNL 760, The World’s Largest Unboxing
    Posted On: February 8, 2018
    Okay, 3-year-old avowed truck enthusiast Joel Jovine is the one who actually performs the unboxing, but Volvo Trucks representatives were on hand to capture the excitement on video. ...
    Freightliner’s New Cascadia Wins Good Design Award
    Posted On: January 24, 2018
    In this era, there is sometimes just as much emphasis placed on design and driver comfort as there is on power and performance under the hood. ...
    Kenworth Reveals T680 Truck Powered By Hydrogen Fuel Cell
    Posted On: January 12, 2018
    Kenworth is always looking for new ways to make its trucks more energy efficiency and environmentally friendly without sacrificing power, and that’s exactly what it plans to achieve with its zero-emission Kenworth T680 day cab truck. ...
    PACCAR Automated Transmission To Become Standard On Certain Kenworth T680s
    Posted On: December 22, 2017
    It used to be that the main focus for truck manufacturers was on pure power. ...
    Peterbilt Announces Standardization Of Disc Brakes For Model 579 Trucks
    Posted On: December 14, 2017
    One of the biggest challenges of driving a semi-truck is bringing it to a stop, especially when trying to avoid a collision. ...
    New Mack Anthem Brings Improved Fuel Efficiency, Driver Comfort
    Posted On: December 7, 2017
    Mack Trucks is continuing its streak of innovation with the new Mack Anthem truck specifically designed for bulk-haul operations. ...
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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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    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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