Financial flexibility is important for many fleet owners. Allstate Peterbilt Group understands this need, and offers our customers many different services designed to aid with this flexibility. This includes the Allstate Peterbilt Group rental purchase option. Read the rest of this entry
The rugged models in the Peterbilt refuse lineup are built to withstand the work this industry demands. Peterbilt refuse models have been designed to offer the versatility needed to excel in this class. Trucks like the Peterbilt 320 and 520 are excellent cornerstones of any refuse fleets.
Building a fleet on a budget can be a challenge. Allstate Peterbilt Group offers many different pre-owned commercial truck models that deliver workhorse capabilities, and can fit within any budget. This includes truck models from a wide variety of brands including Kenworth. Allstate Peterbilt Group used Kenworth models offer impressive performance and capabilities. Read the rest of this entry
Used commercial truck models can be an excellent way to build your fleet on a budget. Allstate Peterbilt Group used Peterbilt models can form an affordable foundation for fleet owners and drivers. Our Allstate Peterbilt Group locations are home to a wide variety of pre-owned commercial truck models for a variety of vocations.
Commercial truck platooning is a semi-autonomous way of having a group of multiple trucks travel in a convoy. This interesting strategy can have several benefits that have made the technology worth exploring. So how does commercial truck platooning work? Read the rest of this entry
Many commercial fleets have begun equipping their trucks with in-cab driver cameras. These new systems are designed to help protect the liability of drivers and fleet owners, should an accident occur. So what are the different kinds of commercial truck driver cameras?
The Peterbilt Preferred rewards card is an excellent way for commercial truck owners and operators to get great deals on a variety of parts and services. So what are the benefits of the Peterbilt Preferred loyalty card? Read the rest of this entry
Automatic transmissions have faced a tough challenge trying to crack the commercial truck market. One way transmission manufacturers have tried to solve this issue is by providing automated manual transmissions that offer convenience to drivers, without the issues that come with a traditional automatic transmission. Automatic vs automated manual commercial truck transmissions each utilize different systems.
Leasing or renting commercial truck units can be an excellent way to supplement your fleet during busy season. If this need looks like it is going to be more than just temporary, a long-term rental or lease from Allstate Peterbilt Group might be the way to go. So what are the benefits of long-term commercial truck rentals? Read the rest of this entry
2017 brought with it upgrades to two of the top engines in the PACCAR lineup; the PACCAR MX-11 and MX-13 engines. Several upgrades have led to increased performance ratings.
The PACCAR MX-13 and MX-11 engines are designed to deliver optimum performance, durability, fuel economy, and the lowest total cost of ownership for our customers.” – Landon Sproull, PACCAR vice president.
The output of the PACCAR MX-11 engine has been increased to 430 horsepower and 1,650 pound-feet of torque, with the lower end power rated at 335 horsepower and 1,150 pound-feet of torque. The new PACCAR MX-13 engine now checks in at 510 horsepower and 1,850 pound-feet of torque. Both engines deliver peak torque at 900 RPM.
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PACCAR’s lineup of engines are designed to be rugged and durable. Both MX engines have been designed to offer an industry-leading B10 life of one million miles. 90 percent of the engines PACCAR builds are expected to reach one million miles before needing a major overhaul.
The MX engines offer several features that are designed to improve performance and fuel economy. The 2017 MX-11 and MX-13 offer a new new single cylinder air compressor, variable displacement oil pump. and variable speed coolant pump. These features help improve fuel economy over previous models.
Other new features and upgrades include:
You can find many Peterbilt models equipped with PACCAR engines at all of Allstate Peterbilt Group’s locations. You can also view our entire selection of new and used trucks online.
