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Kenworth Adds Anti-Siphon Device as Standard Feature on Class 8 Trucks
KIRKLAND, Wash., February 19, 2009 – Kenworth Truck Company now offers a tamper-resistant, durable, metal anti-siphoning device as standard on all Kenworth Class 8 vehicles specified with round diesel fuel tanks.
The anti-siphon device, which is located on the tank filler neck, features a robust tamper-resistant heavy metal barrier that is a quarter-inch thick. The design, however, does not slow down the refueling process.
“Truck fleets and owner-operators work hard to run profitable operations. Kenworth is pleased to offer the strong and durable anti-siphon device as a standard feature on all its Class 8 trucks with round fuel tanks to help customers keep more of their hard-earned money,” said Gary Moore, Kenworth assistant general manager for marketing and sales.
Kenworth Truck Company is the manufacturer of The World’s Best(R) heavy and medium duty trucks. Kenworth is an industry leader in providing fuel-saving technology solutions that help increase fuel efficiency and reduce emissions. The company’s dedication to the green fleet includes aerodynamic trucks, medium duty diesel-electric hybrids, liquefied natural gas trucks, and the Kenworth Clean Power(R) no-idle system. In addition, Kenworth is the recipient of the 2008 J.D. Power and Associates awards for Highest in Customer Satisfaction for Over the Road and Vocational Segment Class 8 trucks. Kenworth’s Internet home page is at www.kenworth.com. Kenworth. A PACCAR Company.
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