November 2020 – World's Best

Jodie Teuton of Kenworth of Louisiana Receives Prestigious WIT “Influential Woman In Trucking” Award

Jodie Teuton, Kenworth of Louisiana co-founder and vice president, recently was honored with the 10th annual “Influential Woman In Trucking” award presented by the Women In Trucking Association (WIT). The announcement came during the WIT Accelerate! Virtual Conference & Expo. The prestigious award recognizes women in the trucking industry who make or influence key decisions, have proven records […]

Kenworth Connects Episode 2: Integrated Powertrain

Episode 2 answers what an integrated powertrain is and how it can benefit you. We also answer user submitted questions regarding the powertrain. Eaton is our special guest and industry expert on this episode discussing the automated transmission.

Kenworth Connects Episode 1: Fuel Economy

Episode 1 covers insights on how to improve your trucks’ fuel economy and answers user submitted questions. Also, hear from our special guest and industry expert JOST on fifth wheel spec’ing tips.

Kenworth Launches Its First-Ever Class 8 Battery-Electric Model – Kenworth T680E

Zero-Emission Vehicle Now Available for Order, Enters Production in 2021 Kenworth has announced the launch of the Kenworth T680E – the company’s first-ever, Class 8 battery-electric model in its esteemed 97-year history. The new zero-emission Kenworth T680E, now available for order from Kenworth dealers in the United States and Canada, will enter into production in 2021. […]

U.S. Army Veteran Gail Losee: Transition Trucking – Driving for Excellence Finalist

For Gail Losee, enlisting in the military was never a question, rather it was a matter of deciding in which branch to serve. “My dad and brother served in the Navy and my grandpa fought in World War II with the Army,” said Losee. “I’ve had several other family members serve as well – it’s in the family. My […]

U.S. Army Veteran Ivan Hernandez: “Transition Trucking – Driving for Excellence” Finalist

At the age of 20, Ivan Hernandez, enlisted in the U.S. Army as an infantryman, where he served his country for 20 years. Over the course of his military career, Hernandez deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan four times. In 2006, while serving in Iraq, Hernandez was wounded in action. For his heroism, Hernandez received two […]

U.S. Marines and Army Veteran Shaun Mason: Transition Trucking – Driving for Excellence Finalist

For Shaun Mason, the idea of becoming a professional truck driver began at an early age. “One of my earliest childhood memories growing up was receiving a toy semi-truck from my grandmother,” Mason recalled. “I remember it being one of my favorite toys growing up. When I was a kid, I wondered what it would […]

U.S. Army Veteran Ray Miller: “Transition Trucking – Driving for Excellence” Finalist

For Ray Miller, transitioning to career as a commercial truck driver was always top of mind following his retirement from the U.S. Army in 2018. Miller, who served 26 years as an infantryman in the Army, developed an interest in driving trucks at an early age after spending time on the road with his father, […]

Qualifying California Purchasers of Kenworth Electric K270E and K370E Eligible for $95,000 Voucher Incentive under CARB Program

The new Kenworth K270E Class 6 and K370E Class 7 battery-electric vehicles qualify for a $95,000 voucher incentive to qualifying California purchasers from the California Air Resources Board (CARB). The significant financial incentive is offered through the CARB Hybrid and Zero-Emission Truck and Bus Voucher Incentive Project (HVIP). HVIP is part of California Climate Investments, a […]

Kenworth Introduces Informative Video on New Zero-Emission K270E and K370E Battery-Electric Vehicles

Kenworth has released a new informative, fast-paced video on the exciting zero-emission Kenworth K270E Class 6 and K370E Class 7 battery-electric vehicles. The 3-minute video highlights nearly 20 key features of the trend-setting Kenworth K270E and K370E cabovers. Ideal for local pickup and delivery and short haul operations, the comfortable, quiet K270E and K370E cab offers […]