The publication said the sales indicate an expansion in truck capacity and heavy pre-buying before the new 2007 engine regulations kick in.
The March sales were also 27% higher than February 2006’s total of 20,340 units.
The total number of Class 8 truck sold in 2005 was approximately 253,000, while 2004 saw some 203,200 tractors sold. At the current sales pace, it is estimated that Class 8 sales will hit 280,000 units for 2006.