Semi-trucks with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) over 33,000 pounds are classified as class 8 vehicles by the Federal Highway Administration. The term semi-truck actually refers to the trailer, ...

Because of their ability to carry massive loads across immense distances, semi-truck trailers are considered a very important element in the logistics and supply chain industry. Carrying everything ...

Semi-trucks are some of the longest, biggest, and heaviest vehicles on the roads. Semi-trucks -- and here's what "semi" means on a semi-truck-- are wide, averaging 8.5 feet, and can reach 70 to 80 ...

Based on a Peterbilt 579 commercial semi truck, the ReVolt EREV hybrid electric semi truck promises 40% better fuel economy and more than twice the torque of a conventional, diesel-powered semi. The ...

As a truck-loving teenager, I found one of my biggest conundrums in the choice between long-nose and flat-nose trucks. It took a while to understand that the reasons are a lot more than personal ...