{"id":173,"date":"2014-01-27T00:36:49","date_gmt":"2014-01-27T00:36:49","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/truckstopreport.com\/wordpress\/?p=173"},"modified":"2014-02-02T14:42:15","modified_gmt":"2014-02-02T14:42:15","slug":"the-peterbilt-579-class-8","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/truckstopreport.com\/wordpress\/the-peterbilt-579-class-8\/","title":{"rendered":"The Peterbilt 579 Class 8"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1>Peterbilt 579<\/h1>\n<p>The<strong> Peterbilt 579<\/strong> offers a combination of aerodynamic innovation and power-train optimizations to deliver maximum benefit to cost-conscious operators. By designing with aerodynamic performance in mind, the 579 achieves the right combination of fairings, skirts and closeouts to exceed performance requirements.<\/p>\n<p>The 579 can be ordered in a Day Cab or Detachable Sleeper configuration that adds versatility for a longevity of life for high resale value. Built to last, the aluminum cab is solid and durable. An in-mold process embeds color directly into the dash, which creates a long lasting finish the all buts eliminates peeling, scratching and fading. Also, electrical wiring carriages provide support while reducing wear and tear, again increasing the overall durability of the components.<\/p>\n<p>The best truck in the world if of no value if the driver is not comfortable and does not find the truck enjoyable to drive. The <em>Peterbilt 579<\/em> excels in this area with a cab designed around the driver. With a spacious and ergonomically designed cab, everything is in reach and placed with the driver in mind. Large, easy to read, operation-critical gauges improve the driver&#8217;s ability to monitor the truck&#8217;s performance. Back-lit switches enhance nighttime visibility.<\/p>\n<p>Peterbilt&#8217;s SmartNav system provides integrated truck telematics and infotainment. Providing real-time truck monitoring, truck specific navigation, Bluetooth connectivity and satellite radio, the SmartNav system maximizes driver efficiency and comfort. The SmartNav features a large, easy to read 7\u201d touch screen and includes a fully integrated audio system with a satellite radio and Ipod, USB and MP3 capabilities.<\/p>\n<h2>On the road with the Peterbilt 579<\/h2>\n<p>Over the road drivers will be forced to spend time in their mobile home away from the home \u2013 the 579&#8217;s Sleeper, a generously sized area which holds an 82\u201d mattress, innovative television mount, abundant storage with flexible organization, and LED lighting creating a pleasant ambiance while extending battery life.<\/p>\n<p>Even the headlamps are designed with safety in mind, with best in the industry down-the-road visibility and coverage. Designed with a consistent beam distribution and excellent overall road coverage, the 579&#8217;s headlamps reduces eye fatigue. A large single piece windshield aids also aids in visibility.<\/p>\n<p>Available with a Paccar MX-13 or either the Cummins ISX12 or ISX15 engines and coupled with either Fuller or Allison transmissions, the 579 offers the driver smooth operations. The entire drive-line is customizable to maximize the your Peterbilt 579 to best fit your needs and your budget.<\/p>\n<p>See you local Peterbilt dealer today for a test drive of your next truck.<\/p>\n<p><em>Disclaimer: This information provided based on information provided by peterbilt.com and other internet sources. When [if] the opportunity presents itself, we will gladly do hands review of the\u00a0Peterbilt 579<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Peterbilt 579 The Peterbilt 579 offers a combination of aerodynamic innovation and power-train optimizations to deliver maximum benefit to cost-conscious operators. 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