Navistar closes deal with VW, accepts $256M for 16% stake in company
In the near term, the new partnership will focus on developing common power train systems that are set to be delivered to North American customers by 2019, according to the companies' original...
View ArticleNavistar getting into ELD market with OnCommand Connection expansion
The first app available in OnCommand Connection Marketplace is the Android and iOS compatible driver log.
View ArticleApproximately 2,700 International trucks recalled
Navistar says the cause of the recall is the air dryer mounting bracket could fracture, causing the air dryer to separate from the frame with possible airline separation from the dryer, which could...
View ArticleElectric truck, integrated powertrain on deck for Navistar-Volkswagen...
Top executives at Navistar and Volkswagen announced Tuesday joint initiatives planned for the coming years, including a proprietary integrated powertrain for the North American market. The companies...
View ArticleSteer axle recall expands to include nearly 19,000 Peterbilt, Kenworth,...
The recall issued by Paccar includes approximately 17,737 model year 2016 Peterbilt and Kenworth trucks in most models, along with approximately 1,175 model year 2016 International tractors in most...
View ArticleNavistar in the black for 2017, first time in 6 years
The gains posted during the fourth quarter this year – Navistar’s second consecutive profitable quarter – represent a swing of $169 million compared to 2016 and was more than enough to push the company...
View ArticleInternational names dealer of the year
Terry Minor and the more than 180 employees of Cumberland International Trucks earned Navistar's North American Dealer of the Year awards' top honor.
View ArticleMore than 7,100 Western Star tractors, 500 International trucks recalled
Daimler Trucks North America announced a recall of approximately 7,100 model year 2017-2019 Western Star 4700, 4900, 5700 and 6900 tractors for a possible electrical issue. Navistar is also recalling...
View ArticleVW exec praises Navistar partnership, hints at takeover
VW Truck and Bus Chief Finance Officer Matthias Gruendler said Monday at a press briefing a takeover of the Lisle, Ill.-based truck maker “would make sense at some point,” according to Reuters. “The...
View ArticleFreightliner, International issue recalls over seatbelt, airbag issues
More than 18,500 International trucks could be affected by a recall that stems from a potential defect in the seat belts. Approximately 1,200 Freightliner Cascadia tractors are also affected by a...
View ArticleSome 2019 International LT tractors recalled for brake issue
In the roughly 150 recalled tractors, the lightweight brake drums with slack adjusters may drag against the brakes, causing the drums to overheat.
View ArticleTwo recalls impact more than 28,000 International trucks
Two separate recalls were announced recently by Navistar that affect more than 28,000 International trucks. Continental Tire also issued a recall of nearly 2,000 commercial truck tires.
View ArticleNearly 20,000 Freightliner, Western Star trucks impacted by steering shaft...
Mostly severe service Freightliner model trucks are included in two recalls from Daimler Trucks North America. Approximately 607 International HV and MV models are also being recalled over a trailer...
View ArticleNavistar recalls 21,000 International trucks over transmission issue
The company is recalling approximately 20,916 trucks with Eaton Electronic Clutch Actuation clutches.Navistar says an internal component in the clutch assembly may fail, possibly resulting in...
View ArticleNavistar ordered to pay $1.3M to fleet in case over MaxxForce engines
Attorneys for Dutch Maid Logistics say the final settlement could reach upwards of $2 million, once payback for attorney's fees has been calculated. A Navistar spokesperson said the company is...
View ArticleInternational partners with Love’s to expand service network
Navistar announced Thursday it has signed a service partnership agreement with Love’s Travel Stops, adding more than 315 Love’s Truck Tire Care and Speedco locations – and 1,000-plus technicians – to...
View ArticleNavistar recalling over 24,000 International LT, ProStar tractors
In the affected trucks, the rear exhaust hanger bracket may crack, causing the forward hanger bracket to also crack. If both brackets crack, the exhaust pipe could detach from the trucks. Daimler is...
View ArticleWaiver granted to SmartDrive allowing lower windshield mounting for driver...
FMCSA says SmartDrive’s camera housing is 3.7 inches wide by 5.2 inches tall and will be mounted in the approximate center of the windshield. The agency also received a request from Navistar for its...
View ArticleMaxxForce engine owners eligible for pay-outs in class-action settlement
Navistar, maker of International Trucks, has entered into a $159 million class-action settlement with fleets and truck owners who purchased model year 2011-2014 11-liter and 13-liter MaxxForce engines...
View ArticleNavistar recalls certain severe duty trucks over steer axle issue
The recall affects model year 2020 International HV trucks. Navistar says the steer axle hubs may be insufficiently lubricated or not lubricated at all, which could cause wheel bearing damage. Wheel...
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