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heavy-duty

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






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The American Axle plant produces axles for GM’s heavy-duty Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra pickups, as well as for its midsize trucks, the Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

Local media say the fibreglass and iron structure has been secured with heavy-duty nylon ropes, while barricades have been erected to keep people and traffic clear of the site.

From BBC • May 27, 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

Akira found a heavy-duty Ziploc bag with some frozen leftovers in it, dumped the food out in the sink, and filled the bag with ice.

From "Two Degrees" by Alan Gratz




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