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The Commercial Vehicle Industry – Truly a Community 

The mission of the CVBNetwork is to be the toolbox of resources for the entirety of the commercial vehicle ecosystem:

  • To support the entire network of businesses in the ecosystem and increase their connectedness through the exchange of ideas with peers;
  • To offer education plus exposure to resources, procedures and best practices being used by others in the industry;
  • To be a meeting place and hub of resources, information, stories and breaking news.

Daimler Truck unveils battery electric autonomous Freightliner eCascadia technology demonstrator

PORTLAND, Ore./LEINFELDEN-ECHTERDINGEN, Germany (May 8, 2024) — Daimler Truck has the clear goal to lead the transformation to sustainable transportation and to address the challenges of tomorrow. The company is pursuing a vision of zero emissions and increased road safety by combining the two most promising technologies to deliver on that vision–battery...

Connecting The Dots for Fleet Sustainability Strategies

There is a significant drive for the commercial vehicle industry to transition to more sustainable fleets. While innovative technologies like commercial EVs and hydrogen fuel vehicles are emerging to reduce the carbon footprint of commercial transportation, stakeholders embarking on this green transition are confronted with a myriad of challenges. Stakeholders...

WORK TRUCK SOLUTIONS’ CUTTING-EDGE MERCHANDISING FEATURES

Work Truck Solutions®, the leading authority on commercial vehicles, continues to see vehicle inventory being replenished, and is excited to highlight several features that revolutionize how work truck buyers interact with dealership websites. These merchandising innovations not only make the shopping experience more engaging, but also significantly streamline the process...

NUPROPEL: Shyfting Gears

How Shyft Group’s BlueArc and Utilimaster Are Powering the Future of Commercial Vehicles Headquartered near Lansing, Michigan, The Shyft Group is known for its robust portfolio of auto brands, including BlueArc and Utilimaster. The Shyft Group is harnessing the unique strengths of these two brands to forge a path for...

WATCH + LISTEN: Spring 2024 CVBSummit Review

Connecting the Dots – that was the theme of the recent Spring 2024 Commercial Vehicle Business Summit hosted by Work Truck Solutions, along with sponsors Escalent, Mitsubishi HC Capital America and Comvoy. The concept for the virtual event revolved around the connections that are so important in our business. After...

Ram Announces New Off-road Truck Lineup With Benchmark Light- and Heavy-duty Offerings

April 25, 2024 , Auburn Hills, Mich. – Today marks a new milestone in the continued evolution of Ram with the arrival of the most capable, most affordable off-road truck lineup in the industry. The most off-road models Ram has offered spans both the light- and heavy-duty lineup, including the all-new 2025...

UNVEILING THE FUTURE: DEBUTING THE ALUMINUM KNAPHEIDE MECHANICS SERVICE TRUCK

The Knapheide Mechanics Service Truck (KMS) is a solution that has been trusted by work truck owners and operators for years, chosen for its durability and weight savings. And now, there’s a new option on the horizon for those looking to invest in even longer-lasting, lighter-weight workstations on wheels. INTRODUCING...

GM Energy Rolls Out New Product Suite, Offering Customers the Ability to Transfer Power Between EVs and Homes

DETROIT – As EV technology continues to evolve, GM is working toward elevating the overall ownership experience by introducing new ways for customers to unlock additional value and gain access to the expanded benefits of an all-electric future. Available for the first time as part of its expanding product ecosystem, GM...

NUPROPEL: Navigating Beyond Diesel -Essential Considerations for Alternative Fuels

It’s no longer a question of whether fleet owners will have to consider a transition to clean alternative fuels. Now the question is which alternative energy source makes the most sense for each fleet. It can feel like a monumental task to do the research on multiple energy options. While...

LISTEN: Podcast – PERC – A Focus on Propane

 Steve Henning, Executive Editor, CVBNetwork, sat down with Tucker Perkins, President and CEO of PERC – highlighting the versatility and necessity of Propane in the varied AltFuel Market – and how these powerhouse of a fuel works toward furthering “connecting the dots” in the commercial space.