Nyberg returns to North America with Navistar

Goran Nyberg of MAN Truck and Bus is returning to North America to join Navistar as executive vice-president – commercial operations. The former president of Volvo Trucks North America has…

SuperTruck led to real-world truck gains, and more are coming

Back in 2009, even the best trucks on the highway were averaging only six or seven miles per US gallon. Diligent drivers were pushing 8 mpg. Few came anywhere close…

Fleetrite network expands, adds Peterborough location

Navistar has opened five additional Fleetrite aftermarket parts locations within its network – including one in Ontario. Winslow-Gerolamy Motors in Peterborough, Ont., has been added along with Sun State International…

Navistar, In-Charge provide carbon-free electricity for EVs

Navistar and In-Charge Energy are now offering carbon neutral electricity through their electric vehicle charging infrastructure. In-Charge Energy’s In-Control software platform automates the process of collecting electric vehicle charging energy…

Navistar betters fuel economy of A26 engine

Navistar has unveiled several upgrades to its International A26 engine, contributing to a 10% overall boost in fuel economy since the engine was first launched. The latest enhancements – representing…

Carlbaum named Navistar CEO

Navistar has named Mathias Carlbaum its new president and CEO, effective Sept. 1 He replaces Persio Lisboa, who has held the rule since last July. Navistar credits Lisboa for being…

Respect your DPF, and keep it clean

Diesel particulate filters could be considered the Rodney Dangerfield of truck components. They get no respect — at least, not the respect they arguably deserve. Black smoke that once spewed…

Traton Group closes Navistar acquisition

The Traton Group has completed its acquisition of Navistar.  “Today is a sensational day for the Traton Group and for our new colleagues at Navistar joining the global Traton family,”…

Navistar fuel cell truck test to include GM and a hydrogen refueling network

Navistar is joining forces with General Motors and OneH2 to roll out trucks that run on hydrogen fuel cells – and even provide the refueling network to support them. JB…

Aftermarket suppliers expect quick electric vehicle uptake

Electrification was a key topic of discussion between Friedrich Baumann, president, sales marketing and aftersales at Navistar, and Al Dragone, CEO of FleetPride, during the recent Heavy Duty Aftermarket Dialogue.

Navistar revamps commercial business

LISLE, Ill. — Navistar has restructured its entire commercial business into one integrated organization under one senior executive, the company announced Wednesday. The division is responsible for selling and servicing…

International connections boost fleet intelligence

International Truck’s Intelligent Fleet Care – a suite of connected vehicle solutions – will become a standard offering for new on-highway vehicles ordered beginning Dec. 15. Building on the…

Cummins, Navistar to collaborate on hydrogen fuel cell truck

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. — Cummins and Navistar will work together on the development of a Class 8 truck powered by hydrogen fuel cells, Cummins announced Wednesday. The project will be funded…

Predictive cruise control refines the ride

Cruise control has long been identified as a tool to enhance fuel efficiency. But the story of Ralph Teetor suggests something else was afoot when it came to helping…

Traton, TuSimple announce partnership on autonomous trucks

MUNICH, Germany — The Traton Group and TuSimple have announced a global partnership to develop self-driving trucks. As part of the deal, the truck and bus division of Volkswagen AG…