THE NEW PETERBILT 579

The Peterbilt Motors Company has launched the new 579 truck with aerodynamic changes to improve fuel efficiency.

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Claiming to offer seven-per cent higher fuel efficiency, the new Peterbilt 579 marks a significant change in terms of market requirements. Made by the US-based Peterbilt Motors Company, the truck is said to offer among the most advanced aerodynamic features and packages ever. Compared to the earlier 579, the new model has a new hood and bumper. It also has, for maximum aerodynamic performance, a seemingly narrow front. The lower positioning of the hood apart, the Class-8 truck has aerodynamic mirrors that are a little shorter. Inspired by the look and shape of the Peterbilt bird that is positioned above the crown, according to Jason Skoog, General Manager, Peterbilt, and Vice President, Paccar, the new 579 does not sacrifice the red oval livery. It is considered as unique to every Class-8 Peterbilt truck. The livery is also claimed to pay homage to the tradition of the bird on this brand of trucks.