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Kenworth Rolls Out New Features on T680, T880 Models

Kenworth Truck Co. announced new fuel-efficiency features on its T680 and T880 models, including predictive cruise control and a virtual tool to coach and assist drivers.

August 21, 2015
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Kenworth’s New Remote Diagnostics System Enters Production

Kenworth Truck Co. has begun production of its TruckTech+ remote diagnostics platform on new Class 8 Kenworth models equipped with the Paccar MX-13 engine.

July 2, 2015
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Kenworth 76-Inch Mid-Roof Sleeper Now Available

Kenworth Truck Co. said its new 76-inch mid-roof sleeper option is now available for order with its T680 and T880 models.

June 29, 2015
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Kenworth Launches New Tech Offerings, Icon 900 Truck

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Kenworth Truck Co. unveiled two new technology offerings, as well as a customized, limited-edition truck known as the Icon 900.

March 25, 2015
Business

Kenworth Offers Medium-Duty Extended Warranty Program

Kenworth Truck Co. said it is offering an extended warranty program for U.S. customers who purchase new Kenworth Classes 5-7 trucks financed through Paccar Financial.

February 27, 2015
Business

Kenworth Delivers One Millionth Truck

Kenworth Truck Co. recently celebrated the delivery of the one millionth truck produced in its 91-year history.

December 29, 2014
Business

Kenworth T880 to Transport 50th Anniversary U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree from Minnesota to Washington, D.C.

A specially-decorated Kenworth T880 will be transporting the 50th Anniversary U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree from Minnesota to Washington, D.C., with stops at more than 30 community celebrations.

October 24, 2014
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Kenworth Offers New In-Cab Coaching Tool to Improve Driver Performance

Kenworth Truck Co. said it is offering a new in-cab driver coaching tool on its new T680 and T880 models equipped with Paccar MX-13 engines and automated transmissions.

October 17, 2014
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Kenworth Adds Allison FuelSense Package for Class 8 Trucks

Kenworth Truck Co. said it is including Allison Transmission’s FuelSense package for new Class 8 and medium-duty trucks equipped with the highway or rugged-duty series automatic transmissions from Allison.

September 3, 2014
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Kenworth Showcases T680 Truck Models

CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — Kenworth Truck Co. is offering two variations on its T680 tractor that are targeted to fleets looking to reduce fuel costs, company executives said.

June 30, 2014