CBS “Next Weather” Tactical News Truck

Navigating the worst weather Detroit can dish out!

AMT is honored to help launch an All-New Newscast for WKBD in Detroit, MI — CBS's "Next Weather" truck.

On January 22, 2020, the station launched a new 10 p.m. newscast (produced in conjunction with the CBS local streaming operations) as part of CBS’s expansion efforts for both CW-affiliated and independent stations. July of 2022 saw the newscast re-launched as Detroit Now News and is poised to take its news programming to a new level!

As part of this expansion, the station has commissioned a fleet of AMT broadcast vehicles! Among them is our super slick Raptor Series CNG/IPNG vehicle, capable of navigating the worst weather Detroit can dish out.

The new Raptor Series truck is upfitted from an F150 Police Interceptor (born in Dearborn, MI). Equipped with fortified suspension, AMT’s signature upfit package is designed to give the truck the attitude it deserves. CBS Detroit’s Next Weather truck will be on display at the Detroit Auto show on 9/14 as part of the Ford Exhibit and to promote the CBS launch!

The new Raptor Series sports a complete suite of weather forecasting tools, DriveLive™ capabilities, an enhanced MVP-E™ Power system for extended runtime, and a pull-out 55” monitor for on-site display.

CBS Detroit has an absolute beauty! 

Client

Detroit Now News
CBS News Detroit

Vehicle Specs

Tactical News Truck

UNMATCHED PERFORMANCE — STORM & TACTICAL

AMT’s “Kick Ass” Tactical News Trucks are platforms designed to make bold statements in confidence and determination. Providing all the functionality of our Mid-Size and Van platforms, these pickup-based solutions are ideal where extreme durability, 4WD storm coverage and community engagement is key.

"Thank you to Chuck Davis and the Engineering, News, and Promotions team at WKBD and CBS for working with us on this series of projects!"

The AMT Team
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Camera Storage Locker

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Storage options are as limitless and unique as your station’s requirements… but a popular option is our camera storage locker. We’ll install customized lockers in your News Truck for safe equipment storage (give us the specs in the “other requests” section).

Storage Options

Storage options are as limitless and unique as your station’s requirements. Custom Cabinets and Shelving can be adapted to provide secure equipment storage and supplies. Clutter inside the work area or rear storage area is a thing of the past. Talk to your AMT representative about your needs. We have literally hundreds of options available.