Freightliner is providing a glimpse into the future and a nod to its past at this week’s 2025 Brisbane Truck Show.
The truck maker has presented a camouflaged version of its next-generation Cascadia prime mover from the United States. The futuristic machine won’t be on local roads for some time, but gives a hint to what is in store down the road.
Something that is available right now is a special edition version of the current Cascadia. It is an eye-catching model that celebrates Freightliner’s routes that go all the way back to 1942.
This special pack adds unique blacked-out wheels, bumper, tanks and guards as well as special seat embroidery and exterior design highlights that celebrate the heritage of the iconic American brand.
The 1942 special edition is available on all Cascadia models, including the 13-litre 116 and the 16-litre 126.
Daimler Truck Australia Pacific Sales, Marketing and Operations Vice President, Andrew Assimo, says the special edition is a great way to celebrate the history of the brand.
“The Cascadia is the epitome of a future-focussed conventional truck, using advanced technology, fuel efficiency and safety features that had been missing from the class prior to its arrival. However, the Freightliner brand also has an amazing heritage, so it’s only fitting that we give a nod to its past with this amazing special edition package,” he says.
“The Cascadia is a rock-solid business case, thanks to its low running costs, but the 1942 edition makes it even more special.“
The launch of the special edition comes on top of an offer of a complimentary three-year complete service plan on select Cascadia models sold until June 30, 2025. The plan is the highest-level Daimler Truck service package available and is described as a complete service, repair and wear and tear package for “all-round protection”.
The Cascadia features a raft of active safety features and is also the only conventional truck to feature a driver airbag fitted to the steering wheel. Customers can also choose a side head protecting airbag as an option.
Freightliner has also upgraded its Detroit Connect advanced safety suite to incorporate video capture of critical incidents to help chain-of-responsibility compliance and provide driver training opportunities.
The 30-second clips can be viewed by fleet managers, along with vehicle data, and can be viewed or downloaded through the Detroit Connect portal for up to 30 days.
This video footage is captured using the truck’s existing forward-facing camera, eliminating the need for an aftermarket dash-cam.
To see the 1942 special edition Freightliner Cascadia, make sure you head to the Brisbane Truck Show on from May 15 to 18 at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre.