Pulling the Cover Off New Introductions at the NTEA Work Truck Show - ForConstructionPros.com
Over the last five years, the National Truck Equipment Association (NTEA) increased the size of the Work Truck Show floor by 40% in response to growing demand. Among the major product introductions, Mercedes-Benz Vans revealed its Metris mid-size van, Hino Trucks moved into the Class 4 market with its 155 model, Chevrolet introduced 2015 Colorado and Silverado 1500 box delete options, Ram Commercial... Ford also provided an update on its soon-to-be-released F-650/750 and Ford telematics system, while pulling the covers off a one-of-a-kind F-750 Tonka dump truck intended to generate buzz about the new models. Ford F-650/750 and Ford Telematics Kick Off Announcements Ford claims its 2016 F-650/F-750, when powered by the 6. 7-liter Power Stroke V8 diesel engine, is 25% quieter inside the cabin at 60 mph than the previous model. At idle, the Ford-designed and built Power Stroke diesel is as much as 45% quieter inside the cab and 35% quieter outside in front of the grille. Unique in the industry, the truck will also be offered with a 6. 8-liter V10 gasoline-fueled engine pumping out 320 hp and 460 lbs. The trucks will be offered in Regular Cab, SuperCab and Crew Cab styles with straight-frame, dock-height and all-new dedicated tractor models. Source: www.forconstructionpros.com
