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WORK HARD—WITHOUT SACRIFICING COMFORT AND STYLE. Want a truck that stands up to heavy loads, tough jobs and harsh applications—and does it all in style? The CT680 delivers. It features an attractive automotive appearance, industry-leading fit and finish, and choice of exterior trim levels. Plus, its set-forward axle, parabolic suspension, premium sound insulation and trim, and spacious cab combine to set new standards for comfort and ride quality. All that plus bumper-to-bumper dealer support. You deserve a truck as heavy-duty as your work—and a bold design that sets you apart from the crowd. We're built to meet that challenge. Learn more at DriveCat.com/hardwork. HERE TO WORK FOR THE TOUGHEST JOBS. INTRODUCING THE CAT ® CT680 VOCATIONAL TRUCK

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• Products: Suspension, tires, coolants, LEDs, more
• Upfront: Walmart case another barrier of entry in California
• InFocus: Driver training
• First Advantage creates DOT Direct for online driver applications, screening
• Aljex develops automated rate module for brokers, carriers
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• PeopleNet acquires Cadec to expand foodservice, private fleet presence
• Predictive analytics adds more intelligence to routing
• Next-generation heavy-duty engine oil could arrive next year
• InFocus: In-cab refrigerators
• Navistar opens new proving grounds
• SuperTruck based on Model 579 surpasses goals
• System Brings Peterbilt closer to autonomous driving
• Kenworth gives its W900 the spotlight with its limited Icon 900
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• Daimler asks to use camera systems in lieu of rearview mirrors
• Mack introduces LR refuse model
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• GET CONNECTED: In the consumer world, thousands of devices and applications are compatible straight from the box with the App Store or Google Play, and while the same is not true for the majority of trucking technology, the trends are moving in that direc
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