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ALLENTOWN, Pa. — Mack Trucks has taken the next step in its integrated powertrain strategy by offering a proprietary automated manual transmission tailored to construction and heavy-haul applications.

COLUMBUS, Ind. — Mack Trucks expects the industry’s trend toward vertical integration to continue and anticipates a “near-record” Class 8 market this year, company executives said.

Mack Trucks has introduced a heavy-duty version of its mDRIVE automated manual transmission that is tailored to construction applications, the manufacturer announced.

Volvo Group’s North American heavy-duty truck deliveries rose 21% in November from the same month last year, the company reported.

Mack Trucks Inc. is displaying a pink Pinnacle Axle Back model at its headquarters in Greensboro, North Carolina, to help increase breast cancer awareness.

Mack Trucks said it will sponsor American Trucking Associations’ Share the Road safety campaign for the 13th year and provide a 2014 Mack Pinnacle.

Mack Trucks introduced the MP7 405 Super Econodyne powertrain, which the company says boosts fuel efficiency and will be available with 405 horsepower and 1,560 pound-feet of torque.

Mack Trucks Inc. has introduced the MP8 505C+, a 13-liter, 505-horsepower engine platform that the company says is ideal for longhaul applications.

Mack Trucks said it will invest $26 million to upgrade its cab and vehicle assembly plant in Macungie, Pennsylvania.