Why is there significantly less Mac, Peter, and WS OTR/Aero trucks on the road?

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I think it comes down to the money.

 

Because.


You can’t beat the classic look.
Aerodynamic is not classic.

 

I see tons of aero Pete's and starting to see more of the Freightliner Western Star, which is kinda sad what they have done to it.

 

I seen a western star the other day, thought it was a cascadia by side of the sleeper til i seen the front

 

Yep, that sleeper is basically a Cascadia sleeper with a stack in front of it. No authenticity at all.

 

Western Liners

 

Yes. The WS 57X is a Cascadia cab, but, different door skins, mirrors, hood, and flush-mount sleeper windows. It’s a nicer looking truck, IMO. And, to those who groan about it being a Freightliner cab, it’s one of the most slippery shapes on the road. There’s no sense in changing from something that works to the owner’s benefit.



There are a huge number of Peterbilt aero trucks on the road. Some fleets, like Stevens Transport, are mostly all Peterbilt, so I’m not sure where that comes from.

As far as Mack, IMO, it’s poor dealership support for OTR applications. It’s pretty rare to see Anthems sitting out front of a dealership. If the dealerships are unwilling to pursue the segment, it’s never going to grow. They’re good looking trucks.

 

I really like the look of the modern Macks