Mack Trucks Adds Standard Shock Absorbers to Factory Auxiliary Axles

INDIANAPOLIS (March 6, 2019) – Mack Trucks’ factory-installed auxiliary axles on Mack® Granite® models now feature standard shock absorbers for improved ride comfort, durability and tire life. Mack made the announcement at the Work Truck Show in Indianapolis.

By absorbing and helping reduce excessive vibrations, the shocks help improve durability of the auxiliary axles and the complete vehicle. They also help prevent uncontrolled axle hop and increase auxiliary axle tire life, cutting tire costs for customers. The smoother operation also reduces vibration transferred to the cab to improve driver comfort.

“Mack’s factory-installed auxiliary axle options offer an integrated solution that improves lead time to customers who need to meet stringent bridge laws,” said Tim Wrinkle, Mack Trucks construction product manager. “And now, with standard shock absorbers, we’re lowering those customers’ total cost of ownership, while improving the everyday comfort of their drivers.”

Mack factory-installed auxiliary axles are tested and validated to Mack standards, and feature Huck Bolt installation for added durability. The auxiliary axles are factory aligned and their operation is fully integrated. In addition to laser-engraved axle up/down switches on the dash, operation of the axle is preprogramed to raise when reverse is selected and during key-off.

Mack’s factory-installed auxiliary axles with standard shock absorbers are available on Mack Granite axle forward and axle back models.

Available in multiple configurations to meet a wide variety of customer applications, the Mack Granite is the job site gold standard. Available engine options include the 11-liter Mack MP®7 and the 13-liter Mack MP8. The Mack mDRIVE™ HD 13-speed automated manual transmission is standard. Featuring a low-ratio creeper gear, the 13-speed mDRIVE HD improves job site startability, while maintaining good on-road fuel efficiency.

Mack Granite models also offer all-day comfort, thanks to an ergonomically designed interior developed with input from thousands of drivers. Commonly used switchgear has been relocated and placed within easy reach of drivers, while new Mack exclusive seats were designed in partnership with industry leader Sears Seating.

For more information on Mack’s factory-installed auxiliary axles with standard shock absorbers, visit Mack Trucks booth 3523 at the Work Truck Show or contact your nearest Mack dealer.

Dedicated to durability, reliability and meeting the needs of customers, Mack Trucks has provided purpose-built transportation solutions for more than a century. Today, Mack is one of North America’s largest producers of heavy-duty trucks, and Mack® trucks are sold and serviced through an extensive distribution network in more than 45 countries. Mack trucks, diesel engines and transmissions sold in North America are assembled in the United States. Mack manufacturing locations are certified to the internationally recognized ISO 9001 standard for quality, ISO 14001 standard for environmental management systems and OHSAS 18001 standard for health and safety management systems. Mack is also a proud sponsor of Share the Road, an American Trucking Associations’ public information campaign aimed at enhancing the safety of our nation’s roadways.

Mack Trucks is part of the Volvo Group, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of trucks, buses, construction equipment and marine and industrial engines. The Group also provides complete solutions for financing and service. The Volvo Group, with its headquarters in Gothenburg, Sweden, employs about 100,000 people, has production facilities in 18 countries and sells its products in more than 190 markets. In 2017, the Volvo Group’s net sales amounted to about $39 billion. The Volvo Group is a publicly-held company. Volvo shares are listed on Nasdaq Stockholm. For more information, please visit www.volvogroup.com.

SOURCE: Mack Trucks