Western Star Truck Sales Inc.

Fort Mill, SC

Company Overview

Western Star Trucks Sales, Inc., headquartered in Fort Mill, S.C., produces heavy-duty custom trucks for long-haul and vocational applications. Western Star is a subsidiary of Daimler Trucks North America LLC. Daimler Trucks North America produces and markets Class 4 to 8 vehicles and is a Daimler company, the world's leading commercial vehicle manufacturer.

Company Details
Fort Mill, SC
United States
http://www.westernstar.com
Articles & News
The Western Star 49X features a stronger, lighter chassis that is equipped with the company’s new X-series cab. It enables a total weight savings of over 350 lbs. in like-for-like spec’ing versus the current Western Star 4900.
Western Star Builds Next-Generation Vocational Truck
The 49X was designed from the ground up to meet the most demanding vocational applications.
September 30, 2020
Products & Press Releases
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Hendrickson Suspensions Available on New Western Star 49X Truck
Suspension offerings include the introduction of the HAULMAAX EX and the expansion of Hendrickson's ULTIMAAX and PRIMAAX EX products.
October 8, 2020
Pendulum testing of the new Western Star vocational truck.
Extreme Testing Ensures Durability of New Western Star Vocational Truck
The new truck was subjected to extreme and grueling testing conditions designed by the Product Validation Engineering team of Daimler Trucks North America.
September 1, 2020
Cummins X12 Engine Available in Western Star 4700
January 22, 2019
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New Enhancements to the Western Star 4700 Benefit Driver Experience, Safety
The truck is available with the lighter weight Cummins X12 engine as well as several updates to the operator cab.
January 22, 2019
Western Star to Showcase New Truck Enhancements at World of Concrete 2019
Several new updates and options to the 4700 will be introduced aimed at boosting performance, comfort, safety and productivity.
January 14, 2019
Detroit Connect Analytics Extended to Additional Truck Models
Detroit Connect Analytics automatically translates critical fuel consumption and safety data into interactive and easy-to-understand reports that provide actionable insights for increased vehicle and fleet performance.
December 13, 2018
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Hendrickson Suspensions Available on New Western Star 49X Truck
Suspension offerings include the introduction of the HAULMAAX EX and the expansion of Hendrickson's ULTIMAAX and PRIMAAX EX products.
October 8, 2020
The Western Star 49X features a stronger, lighter chassis that is equipped with the company’s new X-series cab. It enables a total weight savings of over 350 lbs. in like-for-like spec’ing versus the current Western Star 4900.
Western Star Builds Next-Generation Vocational Truck
The 49X was designed from the ground up to meet the most demanding vocational applications.
September 30, 2020
Pendulum testing of the new Western Star vocational truck.
Extreme Testing Ensures Durability of New Western Star Vocational Truck
The new truck was subjected to extreme and grueling testing conditions designed by the Product Validation Engineering team of Daimler Trucks North America.
September 1, 2020
Cummins X12 Engine Available in Western Star 4700
January 22, 2019
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New Enhancements to the Western Star 4700 Benefit Driver Experience, Safety
The truck is available with the lighter weight Cummins X12 engine as well as several updates to the operator cab.
January 22, 2019
Western Star to Showcase New Truck Enhancements at World of Concrete 2019
Several new updates and options to the 4700 will be introduced aimed at boosting performance, comfort, safety and productivity.
January 14, 2019
Detroit Connect Analytics Extended to Additional Truck Models
Detroit Connect Analytics automatically translates critical fuel consumption and safety data into interactive and easy-to-understand reports that provide actionable insights for increased vehicle and fleet performance.
December 13, 2018
New Aerodynamic Roof Fairing for Western Star 5700XE Reduces Drag, Maximizes Efficiency
The roof fairing maximizes aerodynamics, providing improved fuel efficiency without interfering with operator comfort and space.
December 11, 2018
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New Axle Option for Western Star 4700 Snow Plows
The trucks can now be spec’d with an 18,000-lb. front drive axle which is well suited for snow plow applications as it provides the enhanced maneuverability required for harsh winter conditions.
December 11, 2018
Western Star Teams with 3rd Eye to Offer Safety Systems as Factory Installed Options
Western Star will offer 3rd Eye Backup Cameras and Radar option packages on its vehicles.
November 8, 2017
The 1942 Model 600 “Shovelnose” and the 2017 New Cascadia.
Daimler Trucks Celebrates Freightliner and Western Star Anniversaries
Daimler Trucks is celebrating the 75th anniversary of Freightliner and 50th anniversary of Western Star in 2017.
September 12, 2017
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Western Star Toughness and Versatility on Display at 2016 Work Truck Show
At The Work Truck Show, Western Star highlighted several vehicles designed specifically for the rigors of heavy-duty off-road and vocational applications.
March 8, 2016
Western Star asks customers to help design its next show truck with “Design Our Star Project II”
Western Star is looking for customers to once again help create a customized show truck through its "Design Our Star Project II" program.
March 27, 2015
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Western Star featuring new 5700XE Class 8 truck at MATS
Western Star will display its new 5700XE Class 8 truck with new aerodynamic features including a four-piece bumper and projector beam headlights at the 2015 Mid-America Trucking Show.
March 26, 2015
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Watson & Chalin introduces Tru-Track 13K and 20K suspension at Freightliner and Western Star
Watson & Chalin has introduced its Tru-Trakc 13K and 20K suspensions at Freightliner and Western Star, as well as a direct ship program.
January 13, 2015
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Western Star introduces new 5700XE with enhanced safety features
Enhanced safety features on the new Western Star 5700XE include the Meritor WABCO OnLane Lane Departure Warning System, OnGuard Adaptive Cruise Control and ABS brakes with electronic stability.
September 19, 2014
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Detroit DT12 transmission now standard on all new Western Start 5700XE trucks
All new Western Star 5700XE trucks will now come standard with the Detroit DT12 transmission, and is available with the Detroit DD13, DD15 and DD16 engines.
September 18, 2014
Western Star All Wheel Drive Model
Western Star launches 4800SB all-wheel drive model truck
The new 4800SB all-wheel drive model Western Star truck offers additional traction for operation in severe off-highway applications.
November 13, 2013
Meritor's WABCO Roll Stability Control System Now Available on Three Western Star Truck Models
The Western Star 4700, 4800 and 4900 truck models with Meritor's anti-lock braking system now come equipped with Meritor's WABCO Roll Stability Control System.
February 11, 2013
Western Star Truck Touring U.S. to Showcase Fuel Efficiency Benefits
Western Star's new 4900SB FE truck is touring the U.S. to showcase its fuel efficiency benefits, which include improved aerodynamic and lightweight features.
November 26, 2012