Monthly Archives: July 2012

The Last (Almost) 359

Posted on July 10, 2012 by Eric

The 359, the first long hood conventional to roll off the Peterbilt factory line and into the history books as one of the most iconic truck designs of all time. The styling cues this truck introduced in 1967 can still … Continue reading →

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CNY ATHS 2012 – The Photos

Posted on July 9, 2012 by Eric

Another year, another phenomenal Central New York ATHS Chapter show.  There was a really great turnout of trucks and people to enjoy the perfect weather and scenic views of Long Branch Park.  Take a moment to browse through the photo galleries below … Continue reading →

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CNY ATHS 2012

Posted on July 8, 2012 by Eric

Yesterday the Central New York chapter of the American Truck Historical Society held their 15th annual classic and working truck show. The weather was perfect and the truck turn out was even better. There was something for everyone. Hold tight … Continue reading →

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Navistar introduces ICT+

Posted on July 7, 2012 by Eric

The war against nitrogen oxides has produces a wide range of acronyms, DEF, SCR, EGR and now, ICT+.  Today Navistar provided some insight on how they plan to meet EPA 2010 emission mandates with the introduction of In-Cylinder Technology Plus.  As … Continue reading →

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CNY ATHS Show 2012

Posted on July 6, 2012 by Eric

I’m a little late with this notice but the 2012 CNY ATHS show is THIS Sunday (7/8/12) at Long Branch Park in Liverpool, NY.  So far the weather looks to be perfect with a high of 82 and partly cloudy. … Continue reading →

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The Tour Continues!

Posted on July 5, 2012 by Eric

Good news everyone!  New tour dates have been added to the Kenworth T680 road tour!  Now is your chance to get up close and in personal if you missed the first round of dates.  I am excited to see that … Continue reading →

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Navistar Joins the SCR Club

Posted on July 3, 2012 by Eric

The writing has been on the wall for a few months now, EGR (exghaust gas recirculation) is dead.  As we know, only one truck builder, Navistar, chose to use EGR to meet EPA 2010 emission standards.  The plan was bold … Continue reading →

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Forty Years of Centro

Posted on July 2, 2012 by Eric

This year marks the 40th anniversary of Centro. To celebrate the milestone the company has wrapped one of their buses to resemble a 1970’s Flxible.  I like it!  Much better than the usual Billy Fuccillo ads.

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