Peterbilt offers a range of axle configurations, from lightweight single axles to heavy-duty tandems, and from axle-forward to axle-back designs. Each option impacts payload capacity, maneuverability, ...

There are a huge number of variations in the trucking world, and picking whether you require a light, medium, or heavy-duty truck is only the start of it. Choosing whether you require an axle-forward ...

Engine capacity, transmission speed, and drivetrain options are important factors when shopping for a pickup truck. But there is one area that shouldn’t be overlooked, and that’s choosing the right ...

Start specs with duty cycle, compliance, and driver input to define the “right” truck for your operation. Match engine, transmission, axles, and ratios to terrain and payload to balance fuel economy ...

For massive semi-trucks that haul tens of thousands of pounds down highways every day, drivetrain isn't just a matter of choice. Rear-wheel drive (RWD) is the backbone of the trucking industry for a ...

In its purest form, a 6x2 chassis configuration is a three-axle tractor with power going to just one of the tandem rear axles. Put another way, only two of the six wheel positions are powered. Early ...

As Premier Mega Truck Racing officially launched its 2026 season with the electrifying Spring Sling event in McKenney, VA, the spotlight has shifted to the engineering marvels dominating the mud pits.