Garbage Trucks News, Videos, and Information

Garbage trucks are a common site – and important part of -- most people’s lives. Designed specially to collect solid waste, garbage trucks (AKA trash trucks) are known around the world by an assortment of names, including “junk truck”, “bin wagon”, “rubbish truck” and “bin lorry”. Their technical names include refuse collection vehicle or waste collection vehicle. Today’s garbage trucks are a far cry from the solid waste removal vehicles first used centuries ago. Models today include front loaders with powered forks; rear loaders; and both automated and semi-automatic side loaders. No matter the type, if you are looking to purchase a garbage truck, check out the listings on Construction Equipment Guide’s website. You can find new and used garbage trucks for sale from the leading equipment manufacturers right here.

Mack Trucks - Wed September 23, 2020

First Mack LR Electric Model Begins Service with New York City Department of Sanitation

Mack Trucks has turned over the keys to its highly anticipated LR Electric demonstration model to New York City Department of Sanitation (DSNY) officials, who will put it through rigorous, real-world trials....

Mack Trucks - Wed June 24, 2020

New York City Department of Sanitation Braves Unknowns to Keep City Safe, Clean During the Coronavirus Pandemic

The New York City Department of Sanitation (DSNY), like the city it serves, truly is a department that never sleeps, as evidenced by the extreme circumstances it has had to manage during the coronavirus pandemic....