Navistar releases Q2 financial results
Navistar International Corp. announced a second quarter (Q2) 2017 net loss of $80 million, or $0.86 per diluted share, compared to a second quarter 2016 net income of $4 million, or $0.05 per diluted share. Revenues in the quarter were $2.1 billion, down 5% compared to $2.2 billion in the second quarter last year. The decrease
Navistar Used Truck Reconditioning Center opens in Illinois
Navistar’s Used Truck Reconditioning Center in Melrose Park, Ill., recently held its grand opening and is now open for business. The new Reconditioning Center is the result of the relocation and closure of the Indianapolis Center. Navistar also plans to relocate its nearby International Used Truck Sales Center to its Melrose Park facility in 2017. “One
Navistar introduces new line of Fleetrite collision replacement products
Navistar Inc. has introduced a new line of Fleetrite collision replacement products for a wide variety of heavy-duty truck applications. The all-makes trucks parts line of bumpers, hoods and grilles is designed to provide the same quality and effectiveness that customers have come to expect from an original equipment manufacturer (OEM). “For more than 40 years, our
How integrated powertrains bring out the best in trucks
With more integrated powertrain choices than ever, Fleet Equipment dived into the offerings to give you the lowdown on what’s out there, what’s new for 2017, and how it all works together. How it works Let’s get right into the specifics of integrated powertrains—how do engines “talk” to transmissions that are part of the integrated
Navistar and Meritor agree to co-brand Fleetrite brake shoe offering
Navistar and Meritor have announced an agreement to co-brand Premium Brake Shoe Kits offered through the Fleetrite heavy-duty parts brand. The agreement covers approximately 50 part numbers that will be labeled Fleetrite Manufactured by Meritor. RELATED: Climb inside the new International LT Series by perusing through this photo gallery. “This agreement demonstrates our continued partnership
Navistar launches Core Advantage program
Navistar has announced the launch of the Core Advantage Program, which the company says will help fleet owners reduce their overall costs by helping them to manage their core and remanufacturing activity through new tools like the Navistar proprietary software Core Management System (CMS). Cores are used or failed parts that have been returned by
Navistar makes SAF-Holland fifth wheels standard on all International trucks
Navistar has announced that it is making SAF-Holland its standard fifth wheel position bearer on all International trucks, including making SAF-Holland’s FW17 the standard on the new LT series. “SAF-Holland is honored that Navistar chose Holland as its standard fifth wheel on International trucks,’” said Jeff Talaga, SAF-Holland’s vice president of sales and strategic development for the
Vetting vendors: Top tips for selecting your service providers
There’s no shortage of service providers in the trucking industry. To ensure that you select the right service for your fleet, we polled our panel of service provider professionals to ensure you ask the right questions. “The vetting process for outside providers is fairly simply but does take time to properly understand, ‘Who do you
How fleets can take advantage of outsourced service offerings
Today’s trucking industry moves at a rapid pace, bringing new technology, new spec’ing options and new data points to delve into. That means more strain on your maintenance service operations. While some fleets prefer to keep service in-house, many fleets need a helping maintenance hand. Equipment complexity, difficulty diagnosing issues and a shortage of technicians
International introduces its LT Series trucks
International Truck has launched its new line of Class 8 over-the-road trucks, the LT Series. According to International, the company made the needs and preferences of drivers a priority in developing this truck. The LT Series will be offered in multiple configurations, including day cab, 56-in. low roof sleeper, 56-in. high-rise sleeper, 73-in. high-rise sleeper and
Bendix air brakes now standard on International trucks
Navistar Inc. and Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems have signed a long-term agreement making Bendix products standard on the entire lineup of International Class 5-8 air-braked tractor, truck and bus platforms. Bendix products that will become standard in June as a result of the agreement are as follows: Bendix ABS-8 Advanced antilock braking system; Bendix valves; Bendix
Navistar, Volkswagen Truck and Bus announce strategic alliance
Navistar International Corp. and Volkswagen Truck and Bus have announced a wide-ranging strategic alliance, which includes Volkswagen Truck and Bus investing in Navistar stock, as well as agreements for strategic technology and supply collaboration and a procurement joint venture. Navistar will remain an independent truck, bus and engine company. As part of the alliance, Volkswagen Truck and Bus will acquire 16.2