Peterbilt Motors Company—headquartered in Denton, Texas, and a PACCAR company—has unveiled its new Model 589, a traditional on-highway vehicle with renowned Peterbilt design and craftsmanship.
The 589 is replacing the retiring 389 which in 2006 replaced the 379, which had itself replaced the Model 359 in the 1980s.
The company said that the 589 is built for high performance and maximum uptime with a road presence that is unmistakably Peterbilt.
“We have built the most iconic and aspirational trucks throughout Peterbilt's history. The Model 589 takes cues from our heritage designs and incorporates essential customer feedback to bring it to life,” said Jason Skoog, PACCAR Vice President, and Peterbilt General Manager. “It is an exceptional looking truck that is distinctly Peterbilt in its bold style and superior workmanship, supported by best-in-class technologies to delight [a] driver’s time on the road.”
Features, Tech & Performance
The company said that the new 589 personifies the legendary Peterbilt class of trucks with its bold, distinctive style and iconic exterior features.
The 589 includes a robotically-assembled cab, an aluminum hood, multiple sleeper configurations, a wrap-around grille crown with triple bars, rectangular grille mesh, and the signature bird ornament—all of which are features that are reminiscent of classic Peterbilt trucks.
Other exterior features include bold 15-inch air cleaners, seven-inch exhaust stacks and exhaust shield, and Peterbilt's distinguished exterior lighting package, with LED daytime fender-brace running lights for a stunning front-end look.
The styling of the 589 is supported by advanced engineering and innovative technologies that provide maximum performance and uptime, including features such as an air-assisted hydraulic clutch on manual transmissions, which reduces driver fatigue and maintenance, and the latest collision mitigation for improved driver safety. It also features advanced driver technology and other features like predictive cruise control are incorporated to lessen the environmental impact of a traditional truck.
Peterbilt said that it has used feedback from its customers who drive the trucks to help shape the interior design—starting with the entry, now featuring larger tread steps for easier ingress/egress.
Inside, there’s a more contemporary instrument panel that offers reduced glare and better visibility.
There are many different trim packages available that provide a custom interior look, while the latest in creature/driver comforts—such as high-performance automatic climate control, abundant storage space, and larger dual cup holders—create an inviting environment.
Peterbilt said that for the first 589 trucks manufactured off the assembly line, each will be enhanced with an individually-numbered special plate installed on the passenger side dash.
“The Model 589 is truly built for the quintessential Peterbilt customer with its legacy characteristics and workhorse powertrain,” noted Skoog. “It's incredible and we are pleased to share the new Model 589 with our customers as they are unequivocally the design and development inspiration for this legendary truck.” The Model 589 will be available for customer orders in August for 2024 delivery.
Visit www.peterbilt.com/trucks/highway/model-589 for additional information; watch the Model 589 reveal video recap here: https://youtu.be/tZEjh_hnlXg or contact your nearest Peterbilt dealership.