Big Rig Showdown

Etienne Psaila

• 23 februari 2025
• 9781923442795

Samenvatting:

The open road has always been a battleground for innovation, pride, and resilience. In Big Rig Showdown: Freightliner vs. Kenworth, two of the most iconic names in American trucking face off in a compelling narrative that explores their rivalry, their impact on the industry, and the drivers who made them legends.

From Freightliner's pioneering cab-over-engine designs to Kenworth's celebrated long-nose W900, this book dives deep into the stories behind these industry titans. Discover how these brands shaped the trucking lifestyle, from the roar of convoy culture to the rise of sleeper cabs and digital technologies like telematics and autonomous systems. Explore the modern push toward sustainability with electric models like the Freightliner eCascadia and Kenworth T680E, and see how their innovations continue to define the future of trucking.

Packed with tales of endurance, design breakthroughs, and fierce competition, Big Rig Showdown celebrates two brands that transformed American trucking and inspired generations of drivers. Whether you're a trucking enthusiast, a history buff, or simply fascinated by the machines that move the world, this is a journey you won't want to miss.

The road is long, the stakes are high-and the rivalry is legendary.