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heavy-duty

[hev-ee-doo-tee, -dyoo-] / ˈhɛv iˈdu ti, -ˈdyu- /






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The work stoppage imperils GM’s heavy-duty Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra pickups, as the automaker has limited axle stock.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

CEO Jennifer Rumsey’s company is no stranger to boom-bust business cycles, and she says it can navigate the swings in AI demand, partly from its experience selling heavy-duty truck engines.

From Barron's • May 21, 2026

Volvo Group North America has agreed to pay nearly $197 million to resolve allegations from California regulators that company’s heavy-duty truck engines violated California emissions standards and certification requirements.

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

In addition to announcing the energy deal, Ford on Monday said it would introduce a new heavy-duty pickup truck and an all-electric van in Europe.

From MarketWatch • May 18, 2026

In their free hands they carried heavy-duty flashlights.

From "Storm Runners" by Roland Smith




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