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INTERNATIONAL TRUCK LAUNCHES LT™ SERIES LAS VEGAS – September 30, 2016


– International Truck launched the International® LT™ Series, its new flag- ship line of Class 8 over-the-road trucks developed through driver centric design and featuring advanced technologies that deliver unrivaled fuel efficiency, best-in-class uptime and unparalleled driver appeal. “The new International LT Series


reflects our vision for the future of the trucking industry, with a host of advancements that support improved driver safety and productivity, as well as fuel efficiency and uptime,” said Bill Kozek, president, truck and parts, Navistar. “This new vehicle reflects our strong belief that integrating the best technology will provide customers with a significant operating advantage.”


KENWORTH LAUNCHES T680 ADVANTAGE WITH 52 INCH MID ROOF SLEEPER Kenworth introduces the Kenworth


T680 Advantage Package with 52-inch mid-roof sleeper for regional haul and less-than truckload operations. This configuration utilizes an optimized powertrain featuring the 2016 PACCAR MX-13 or MX-11 engine and Eaton Fuller Advantage(TM) series 10-speed automated transmission, combined with fuel-efficient Meritor MT40-14X drive axles rated at 40,000 pounds. This truck incorporates features


that optimize comfort and provide an excellent living/working environ- ment. The design provides sufficient head room for drivers/passengers up


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UNPARALLELED DRIVER APPEAL In developing the LT Series,


International worked hard to assure that drivers will find each vehicle more comfortable, appealing and user-friend- ly in every detail. In keeping with the company’s DriverFirst™ product design focus, International undertook exten- sive research with truck drivers, includ- ing driver clinics that gathered input from hundreds of drivers. International used this research to design an all-new interior, and identified multiple new and improved features that enhance driver appeal. “To ensure the new LT Series is the


most driver-centric Class 8 vehicle we’ve ever built, we gave drivers a voice in its design,” said Jeff Sass, senior vice presi- dent, sales and marketing, Navistar. “Many of our customers tell us that their number-one challenge is attract- ing and retaining drivers, which is why we put so much effort into understand- ing and responding to drivers’ needs. These improvements also contribute to increased driver ease of use that will boost the vehicle’s productivity.” To read the entire press release,


please visit: http://www.summittruck- group.com/blog/international-truck- launches-lt-series/.


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