Navistar names David Giroux as chief communications officer
Navistar Inc. announced that David Giroux has been named Chief Communications Officer and will lead the company’s Corporate Communications department effective Sept. 1. “David is an experienced and respected leader in the North American truck industry, and we are proud to have him join the Navistar team,” said Walter Borst, Navistar chief financial officer. “David brings new insights, high
Truck data security threats are serious
You might be saying to yourself, “Come on, is anyone really interested in my equipment data?” Here’s Andrew Dondlinger, Navistar’s vice president of connected services, with an answer that might send a shiver down your spine: “Yes, there are people trying to get into all data because they never know what they’ll find. Certainly, I
One dashboard to rule them all! How to integrate your truck data
There’s no sign of truck data slowdown. In fact, data is only going to come more fast and furious as component manufacturers start streaming information and data sets become richer and deeper. Managing a multitude of trucks is difficult enough without a multitude of data dashboards telling you different things. So here’s a quick guide
IC Bus makes Bendix stability and collision mitigation technologies standard equipment
IC Bus, a subsidiary of Navistar, has made Bendix ESP Electronic Stability Program and Bendix Wingman Advanced standard on its CE Series and RE Series school buses with air brakes. Based on its investigation of two fatal crashes involving school buses in 2016, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) recently recommended that the National Highway
Predictive maintenance is coming
“Machine learning.” It’s a phrase that’s cropping up more and more in conversations about data-driven solutions. In the heavy-duty service world, one of the ways it’s being employed is through predictive maintenance algorithms, complex strings of code that crunch your service data, analyze it and then give you recommendations based on probability models. Make no
EnerSys signs supply agreement with Navistar
EnerSys, manufacturer of Odyssey batteries, has signed a four-year supply agreement with Navistar. The agreement covers the supply of Odyssey batteries as original equipment (OE) on International branded trucks, and all makes aftermarket replacement batteries sold by International Truck dealers under the Fleetrite Platinum Plus brand. “This agreement formalizes a strategic partnership between EnerSys and
The brains behind the reman operation: Reman ECMs
Don’t overlook the engine control modules (ECM) in your conversations with reman equipment suppliers. The ECM programming needs to match your engine spec and performance expectations. You want to ensure you port over your parameters. You’d also have the ability to reset your operational parameters, but be forewarned: It is illegal to modify the calibration
Busting reman myths and building the business case
Class 8 truck orders are effectively booked for the remainder of the year. OEMs are at capacity and that means you’re going to need to breathe some new life into your tractors to pounce on the current carrier-favorable environment. So let’s turn our attention to remanufactured equipment and components. For many fleets, reman options, particularly
How to get an insider’s look at the latest truck equipment
New product cycles and technology adoption by original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) have been expedited thanks to pressure from technology-savvy fleets, Silcon Valley tech disrupters and increased demand from equipment operators trying to maximize profitability. Long gone are the days when regional industry trade shows dominated the landscape of new equipment and technology reveals. Today, manufacturers
Taking E-propulsion to school: Inside Navistar’s work on electric buses
As the North American commercial vehicle market spars over the viability of long-haul electrification, Navistar is banking on school buses to be the logical, appropriate and customer-centric starting point. “We believe that today’s electric powertrains are ideally suited for school bus applications, as well as medium-duty delivery trucks and port drayage segments,” Jeff Sass, Navistar’s
TMW integrates Fleet Maintenance Parts Ordering with Navistar’s OnCommand Connection, Parts Information System
TMW Systems has integrated its TMT Fleet Maintenance Purchase Order module with Navistar’s OnCommand Connection/Part Information System. According to the companies, the integrated solution will increase Navistar dealers’ ability to meet TMT Fleet Maintenance customers’ parts ordering needs by providing easier online access and expedited parts ordering. Through the integration, Navistar customers with TMW’s TMT
What fleets need to know as we march toward full ELD Mandate compliance
If you haven’t already, it’s time to start looking for an ELD solution now. Here are three things to consider when shopping around for an ELD.
