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New: Volvo FL 4×4

New: Volvo FL 4×4

Volvo just presented a 4×4 version of the FL truck. This compact truck has more ground clearence. On the front that is 7 cm and on the rear axle 10 cm. The FL 4×4 has a transfer case for high- and low gear and is permanent all wheel drive.Continue Reading

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Kamaz K5340 10×10

Kamaz K5340 10×10

Kamaz demonstrated their latest heavy crane chassis K5340 (730) 10×10. This truck has a completely new developed cab that is not made by Mercedes-Benz like other new Kamaz cabs. This special cab was developed in South Korea for Kamaz. Source: www.trucksplanet.comContinue Reading

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MAN TGX Heavy Transport tractor

MAN TGX Heavy Transport tractor

This new MAN TGX Heavy Transport tractor with 640 Hp was shown at the IAA in Hannover and this is the first example that we’ve seen on the road. The truck was participating in the MAN Construction Days in Harderwijk, Holland.As you imagine, the truck features the new MAN D38 15,2 litre inline six engine,…Continue Reading

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DAF explaining PCC on Youtube

DAF explaining PCC on Youtube

DAF trucks launched their Predictive Cruise Control and Predictive Shift during the last IAA show in Hannover. The Dutch truck producer now explains how these systems work for the operator and how they help to get even the last kilometre out of every litre of fuel. [youtube width=”750″ height=”344″]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R-dfGrcWu9k[/youtube]Continue Reading

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Next Nissan Titan caught on test

Next Nissan Titan caught on test

From some friends in the USA we received these pics of the next Nissan Titan heavy pickup truck. It’s not yet exactly clear what’s been modified, but we see other front fenders and there are probably other, presumably smaller engines on their way. Hauling a trailer like this is a usual way tot test engine…Continue Reading

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New MAZ Prostor with Mercedes power

New MAZ Prostor with Mercedes power

At the Minsk Automobile Plant MAZ presented a future truck with Euro-6 engine. The new MAZ 5440M9 has a new cab design that is definately inspired by the European trucks. We see influences of the new Volvo FH and the Mercedes-Benz Actros in the design. The truck is powered by a Mercedes-Benz OM471 Euro-6 engine…Continue Reading

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