Mack Trucks debuted a new model that the company describes as “its most aerodynamic and driver-focused highway truck to date.”
On April 8, Mack Trucks unveiled the Mack Pioneer, a Class 8 truck in development since 2017 that “represents the future of Mack’s highway offerings.”
You can view the Mack Pioneer unveiling event in the video below.
The company says that the Pioneer’s aerodynamic design combined with engine and transmission upgrades will provide an 11% improvement in fuel efficiency compared with the equivalent prior model from Mack.
The Pioneer’s design highlights include “a distinctive brand bridge in the grille, creating a powerful signature look that’s unmistakably Mack” and reimagined placement of the brand’s signature bulldog ornament.
“We’ve taken the iconic Mack bulldog and repositioned it more prominently on the hood,” said Lukas Yates, expert chief designer at Mack Trucks, who designed the exterior of the Pioneer. “Rather than sitting on a pedestal, the bulldog hood ornament is now integrated with the truck’s design, flanked by air intakes that help manage airflow under the hood, making it an integral part of the truck’s performance rather than just an emblem.”
The Mack Pioneer will be available for sale in the U.S. and Canada, and fleets can choose from multiple configurations, including:
- Day Cab
- 44” Mid-Roof Sleeper
- 64” Mid-Roof Sleeper
- 76” Mid-Roof Sleeper
- 76” High-Roof Sleeper
Mack says that that the truck’s interior was designed based on feedback from dealers and drivers, including “a non-branded driver clinic conducted at Virginia Tech in Blacksburg, Virginia with 40 professional drivers who provided unbiased evaluations of the cab’s ergonomics and features.”
Driver-focused comfort features include a redesigned driver’s seat with a wider and taller frame with expanded shoulder and headrest areas, push-button start, and ” and an industry-first flat-bottom steering wheel that allows for easier entry and exit.”
“The Pioneer’s comfort features reflect our deep understanding of drivers’ needs and our commitment to their well-being,” said Stephen Roy, president, Mack Trucks. “With the Pioneer, we’re not just introducing a new truck. We’re redefining what a highway truck can be, taking trucking into the 21st century with features that transform the daily experience of professional drivers who spend an average of 150 hours per month in their trucks.”
You can get a closer look at the Mack Pioneer in the video below.
