International debuts new severe duty "HV" model, adds small sleeper option to HX

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Jason Cannon, Commercial Carrier Journal (CCJ)  /  September 25, 2017

Over past two years, International has introduced a new or refreshed product every 4 to 6 months, giving the Lisle, Ill.-based truck-maker the distinction of featuring the industry’s newest truck lineup.

Monday, at the North American Commercial Vehicle Show in Atlanta, Navistar continued its tractor reinvention with the debut the driver-centric HV Series severe service truck.

“Imagine [an interior] space that works for drivers operating these kinds of trucks,” Denny Mooney, Navistar senior vice president of product development, says of the truck’s driver-centric design.

“All the design features in this cab were driven by feedback from more than a 100 [vocational customers],” adds Mark Stasel, Navistar vice president of vocational trucks.

The truck, Mooney says, was designed “from the inside out” for increased driver comfort, but in the “inside out” design, the inside got more attention than the outside of the reworked WorkStar.

“One of the things we didn’t change was the hood and the grille,” he adds.

As with International’s RH and LT trucks, newly redesigned doors remove the vent window and improve seals, minimizing air leaks and wind noise. Pedestal mirrors have been moved forward, improving visibility and allowing drivers to turn their head to a lesser degree.

A new premium instrument cluster sits center of the driver, complete with driver information display, and is the same unit that featured in the LT, RH and LoneStar.

The transmission selector has been moved to a stalk on the steering column and integrated with the engine brake. The wing panel has been redesigned to increase knee room and an AC vent has been added in the center panel for riders. The fuse panel has been integrated in the top of the dash, another nod to the LT and RH.

The HV Series also features International’s Diamond Logic electrical system for the automation of tasks and interlocks to help protect both equipment and crew, and the truck was designed to ease the process of body upfitting.

“Our Diamond Logic electrical system is best known for its ability to provide control and communication between work trucks and body equipment,” Stasel says. The Diamond Logic electrical system offers nearly 200 factory available body integration and driver efficiency features, plus the ability to customize more vehicle functions.

Cross member anchored tow loops prevent frame twisting. The Super Single half-inch thick fame rail is rated up to 3.35M RBM and an integral – not bolt on – 20- and 27-inch frame extension adds rigidity. A 20,000 lb. off-set bowl front drive axle allows for a lower ride height than a traditional center bowl.

Configurations range from 4×2 to 8×6 and BBCs of either 107- or 113-inch and set-forward or set-back front axles are available. A clean Cab-to-Axle (CA) configuration is also available. The HV comes standard with International’s in-house engineered A26 engine with Cummins B6.7 and L9 engines available as options.

With an inside wheel cut of up to 50 degrees, the HV Series can navigate tight city streets.

The HV Series – available for order today – is available in a variety of specifications: Regular Cab, Extended Cab, and Crew Cab.

Also on the vocational front, Navistar says its models HX 520 and HX 620 will get a 51-inch short sleeper option next month, while the HX 515 and HX 615 will feature the A26 engine in May.

Navistar also made public its intentions to upgrade features on its OnCommand Connection platform, including a prognostic platform that can diagnose faults before they occur.

“We can tell customers we will proactively identify problems before they ever happen … before anything fails on the truck and the customer experiences downtime,” Persio Lisboa, Navistar Chief Operating Officer, says of the company’s Live Action Plans platform.

Automated Driver Vehicle Inspection Reporting, another integrated function of OnCommand Connection, Lisoba says, will relieve drivers of much of the paperwork associated with the vehicle inspection process, but ensures a fleet’s inspection protocols are followed.

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New International HV Series webpage - https://www.internationaltrucks.com/trucks/hv-series

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International reveals new vocational truck

James Menzies, Truck News  /  September 25, 2017

ATLANTA, Ga. – International took the wraps off a new HV vocational truck at the North American Commercial Vehicle show here today.

The truck will come with the International A-26 engine, and was designed with uptime in mind, according to Denny Mooney, senior vice-president of global product development. It was also designed to be more body-builder friendly, with the Diamond Logic electrical system that allows for multiplexing and easier integration of truck bodies.

The hood and grille weren’t updated, but the interior was completely redesigned.

“This vehicle was designed from the inside out,” said Mooney. “You have to get inside to appreciate what we’ve done.”

Mark Stasell, vice-president of vocational trucks with Navistar, said the door has been redesigned with more stiffness to provide better sealing. This has reduced air leaks and wind noise. More than 100 customers were consulted during the redesign. The window belt line was lowered for improved visibility and the vent window post was also eliminated.

Side mirrors were pushed forward, so less head turning is required when checking them – 15% less to the left, and 5% to the right. The premium gauge cluster was borrowed from the LT highway model. There’s a customizable display in the center, where drivers can view items such as fuel economy, virtual air gauges, or axle loads.

A new stalk shifter was designed for the steering column, and a center vent was added to provide better cooling in three-man operations. The truck also gets an improved HVAC system, with a max defrost feature that quickly clears the windows.

The HV is the latest in a series of new model introductions from International. It also announced new options for its HX series vocational truck. The HX 520 and HX 620 will soon be available with 51-inch short sleeper, for customers who want more interior space or are away overnight on occasion. Those will be available for order in October. And the HX 515 and 615 will be available with the International A-26 engine as of May 2018.

Mooney also mentioned a redesigned LoneStar is now available. It has adopted the LT series interior.

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International Truck Launches The New International HV Series At The North American Commercial Vehicle Show

Navistar Press Release  /  September 25, 2017

- HV Series is a smart truck designed for serious work, brawn and brains

- First severe service vehicle launched with the International® A26 big bore engine

- Combines significant uptime enhancements with DriverFirst™ features and advanced integration options for body builders

ATLANTA -- International Truck today launched the International^® HV™ Series at the inaugural North American Commercial Vehicle Show. HV Series is the first severe service truck available with the International^® A26 12.4L big bore engine and designed to deliver power, refined driver-features, and impressive reliability for a range of vocational applications.

"The new International HV Series is just one more truck in our product lineup that puts drivers first and meets the grueling demands of vocational applications," said Michael Cancelliere, president, Truck and Parts. "The HV Series is a smart solution for our customers in the business of doing serious work and is a new breed of vocational truck that redefines the standard for uptime and productivity. It is the go-to truck for those who know that it's not just about getting the job done, it is about getting it done right."

Redesigned from the inside out, the HV Series interior was crafted with driver and body company feedback to ensure the most comfortable and productive environment possible, while the exterior continues with powerful styling. The HV Series also features the intelligence of the industry-leading Diamond Logic^® electrical system for the automation of tasks and interlocks to help protect both equipment and crew. The truck offers customers an incredibly versatile foundation for any configuration necessary to be productive at any job and includes power options like the International A26, an engine designed with uptime in its DNA.

"Customers and Truck Equipment Manufacturers (TEMs) have given us feedback during the design process and, as a result, we have made the highly versatile, rugged and reliable HV Series easy to integrate body solutions seamlessly," said Denny Mooney, senior vice president, Global Product Development. "We've been building vocational trucks for over a century and in the HV Series our engineers have successfully incorporated driver feedback into a severe service truck designed to be easily configurable for any application."

The new HV Series is another signal to the industry that International Truck is focused on uptime and delivering the best trucks in the industry that drivers want to drive.

Brawn and Brains that Never Quit, Taking Uptime to a Whole New Level
The HV Series was designed with intelligent features and the goal of best-in-class uptime all packaged into a truck that offers brute strength. For example:

• Heavy duty, double-sided galvanized steel cab for long-term durability.

• Huck bolt chassis fasteners provide superior clamping force and will not come loose even in extreme environments.

• Also available with a clean Cab-to-Axle (CA) configuration to minimize costly post-production modifications.

• 20,000 lb. off-set bowl front drive axle allows for a lower ride height than a traditional center bowl.

• Super Single ½" thick fame rail rated up to 3.35M RBM.

• Integral 20" and 27" frame extensions (not bolt-on) for superior strength and reliability.

• Available stainless-steel oil pan for reduced corrosion in highly corrosive applications.

• New industry-standard J1939 electrical system architecture and improved harnessing to maximize uptime.

• All new best-in-class HVAC system, designed for reliability, now includes a high-performance MAX defrost feature.

The HV Series is powered by the International A26, a 12.4L engine, designed to provide industry-leading uptime, greater fuel efficiency, and quieter operation. Built from the proven MAN D26 engine crankcase, the A26 produces up to 475 horsepower and 1,700 lb.-ft. of torque from a design that is 600-700 lbs. lighter than a traditional 15L big bore engine. The A26 is also backed by the industry's best warranty and is the first engine to meet the B10 standard that requires 90% of delivered engines to travel 1,200,000 miles before a major repair. HV Series is also available with the Cummins^® B6.7 and Cummins L9 engines.

The HV Series was engineered to make it easier to get maintenance and get back on the road fast. And when service is needed, count on an International dealer with expert technicians and an extensive parts inventory wherever a driver may be throughout North America.

Every HV Series can be equipped as an option with OnCommand^® Connection, the company's leading-edge remote diagnostics system and Over-the-air (OTA) programming. OTA, available through the nine-pin International^® LINK device, enables drivers or fleet managers to utilize a mobile interface to initiate authorized engine programming at the customer's facility over a safe, secure Wi-Fi Connection. The service offers drivers and fleets an easy, secure means of updating engine control modules to reflect the latest manufacturer-approved calibrations, without the necessity of visiting a dealer or other service facility.

Diamond Logic Provides Seamless Integration for Truck Equipment Manufactures
The International HV Series provides the ideal foundation for an almost unlimited number of applications. Customers can order the specific chassis configuration needed for any application upfront which substantially reduces the time and expense involved to up fit the vehicle in post-production.

To further improve driver productivity and safety, the HV Series features the best-in-class Diamond Logic, an advanced electrical system that streamlines chassis and body equipment integration and allows customers to program automated tasks.

"Our Diamond Logic electrical system is best known for its ability to provide control and communication between work trucks and body equipment," said Mark Stasell, vice president, Vocational Truck Business. "We are a pioneer in custom programmable chassis electronics and multiplexing and we continue to partner with end users and body builders to further increase productivity and make it easy to integrate with our system."

Equipped with the Diamond Logic electrical system, the HV Series will get the job done with both safety and precision by offering vocational customers nearly 200 factory available body integration and driver efficiency features, plus the ability to customize infinitely more vehicle functions.

Best-in-Class Driver Features
"In many ways we've designed the new HV Series from the inside out based on our DriverFirst philosophy," said Stasell. "Based on customer feedback during the planning and design process, our engineers succeeded in making the HV Series one of the most comfortable, reliable and safe vehicles to operate in any work environment and in any climate."

DriverFirst enhancements that contribute to productivity, include:

• Redesigned cab doors with a lower bottom glass edge and removed the vent window giving the driver a single large piece of glass to look through, greatly improving side visibility and reducing blind spots.

• By reshaping the doors and side glass, the position of the optional pedestal mirrors was optimized so drivers turn their heads 15% less on the left side and 5% less on the passenger side, making it easier to keep their eyes on the road while reducing neck strain over the long haul.

• An all-new dash designed for the driver with more space for additional rocker switches.

• An available premium gauge cluster designed with driver input that is customizable with virtual gauges.

• An easy-access column-mounted stalk shifter integrated with engine braking to help keep hands on the wheel and eyes on the road.

• Introduced the 'wing panel' dash' tailored for the vocational truck and driver. The new stalk shifter placement and the lower instrument panel design greatly improve leg room for the driver, especially at the knee. An additional vent has been added to help keep the middle front passenger comfortable.

• The dash contains space for up to 30 customizable switches ensuring functionality of any type of body that is mounted on the back. Switches offer large easy to read text and recognizable ISO symbols and are back lit for easy viewing at night and offer seven unique color options for the indicator lights. For complex body applications like ambulance, fire or high-railers, the multi-color lights allow for a higher level of customization and functionality.

• A new fuse panel is much easier to service with no exposed wires. The panel has a new spill proof design allowing liquids to flow into a gutter around the panel and drain to the outside of the vehicle without damaging any electronics.

• With an inside wheel cut of up to 50 degrees, the HV Series can easily navigate tight city streets or construction sites, saving driver time, reducing work-site collisions and boosting productivity.

The HV Series is available in a variety of specifications: Regular Cab, Extended Cab, and Crew Cab. The company is taking orders today and market availability is March 2018. For more information visit https://www.internationaltrucks.com/HVSeries.

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Hmmm. So what will the Durastar name change to now that all other models have been relaunched?

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Navistar Announces New HV Severe Service Model

Transport Topics  /  September 25, 2017

Further Integration With VW Moves Quickly

ATLANTA — Navistar International Corp., the parent company of International Truck, announced its new HV model intended for severe service applications in North America.

At the same, Navistar’s collaboration is accelerating with Volkswagen Bus & Truck, a unit of Volkswagen AG, with whom it forged an alliance in 2016, it said.

The HV will be available with Navistar’s new 12.4 liter engine, the A26, which uses the MAN D26 crankcase, according to Navistar. MAN is a unit of Volkswagen Bus & Truck.

“It’s all about [putting the] driver first. We designed this truck from the inside out imagining a space for drivers who operate these kinds of trucks,” said Denny Mooney, senior vice president of global product development. “Also, it is designed for easy body mounting [to accommodate various applications].”

The company made its announcements at the inaugural North American Commercial Vehicle Show here Sept. 25.

Meanwhile, the two truck makers agreed to collaborate on a fully integrated next generation “big bore” powertrain for Navistar, Navistar Chairman and CEO Troy Clarke said. “We believe a proprietary powertrain is important for Navistar, for dealers and, most importantly, for our customers.”

Clarke declined to reveal details of the powertrain intended for North American customers at this time, citing competitive reasons.

“It is set to launch as early as 2021,” he said, which is also when the first of three planned increases in greenhouse gas Phase 2 emissions requirements kicks in for medium- and heavy-duty trucks. The other two timetables are 2024 and 2027.

Also, Navistar and Volkswagen Truck & Bus intend to converge their separate connectivity activities — Navistar’s OnCommand Connection and Volkswagen’s RIO — to a Volkswagen Truck & Bus “global connected vehicle platform,” according to Navistar.

The initial step will be the adoption of common, in-cab connecting device hardware for a network with roughly 650,000 vehicles worldwide — of which, 350,000 are in the U.S. — thereby “making it the world’s largest global ecosystem for commercial vehicles, once the migration is completed,” Clarke said.

Volkswagen Truck & Bus expects to launch the cloud-based, brand-independent platform by the end of the year, according to Navistar.

“We don’t view it as there is a European cloud and a North American cloud. There is just a cloud and it is around the world,” Clarke said. “No matter where trucks are being run, there is a protocol so they can reach up and pull that data to drive their business systems.”

Asked if the alliance was unfolding at the pace he expected, Andreas Renschler, head of VW’s global Truck & Bus division, said, “From my experience, it is much faster than I thought.”

Clarke added: “I would have thought that we would still be grappling with a handful of issues around technical specs and stuff related to engines. I’m telling you, we got through that kind of stuff really quick. Or can we put together these two purchasing processes? That stuff was through in weeks. I didn’t think we’d be talking about electric trucks or merging our digitalization strategies, but it makes a lot of sense.”

The alliance was completed in March.

In the meantime, Navistar’s existing OnCommand Connection telematics product will be updated to include live action plans that predict when a part is going to fail before it actually does. The telematics system will then alert customers about the potential repair, the parts needed for the repair and the training needed for the repair, according to the company. The feature will be available in 2018.

Also, the companies’ procurement joint venture based in Lisle, Ill., — Global Truck & Bus Procurement — has met with more than 250 new and existing suppliers, and completed 40 joint bidding contracts, according to Navistar.

Navistar also said two-truck platooning using its vehicles, in cooperation with applications developer Peloton Technology, will be available in 2018, too.

Plus, Navistar announced it will launch Classes 6-7 trucks with an electric powertrain in late 2019 or early 2020, given the trucks’ abundance of packaging space, and that they typically run short distances and can recharge at the end of the day.

“Currently, the Cummins ISB engine is the mainstay of our medium-duty product. We don’t offer a different engine. It performs great. It has a great product following,” Clarke said.

Also, Navistar has added updates to its HX series vocational trucks, including offering 51-inch sleepers in the 550 and 650 models, beginning in October. These two HX models also will be available with the A26 engine, starting in May 2018, according to the company.

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International HV Series Debuts for Severe Service Market at NACV

Heavy Duty Trucking (HDT)  /  September 25, 2017

ATLANTA – International Truck Monday increased its offerings for the vocational market, launching the International HV Series and announcing enhancements to its HX Series, at the inaugural North American Commercial Vehicle Show.

The new HV Series was “designed to deliver a smarter approach to serious work,” said Denny Mooney, senior vice president of global product development. The new HV is the first severe service truck available with the International A26 12.4L big-bore engine.

The truck doesn’t look that different from the outside; Mooney emphasized that it was “redesigned from the inside out.” While the hood and grille remain the same, the HV Series interior was crafted with driver and body company feedback.

Under the hood, “the truck has been redesigned with uptime in mind,” he said, “starting with the powertrain.” The HV will be powered by the new International A26 engine introduced earlier this year, a 12.4L engine, designed to provide industry-leading uptime, greater fuel efficiency, and quieter operation. Built from the proven MAN D26 engine crankcase, the A26 produces up to 475 horsepower and 1,700 lb.-ft. of torque from a design that International says is 600-700 lbs. lighter than a traditional 15L big-bore engine. The HV Series is also available with the Cummins B6.7 and Cummins L9 engines.

The HV also was designed for easy body mounting, and the HV Series features the Diamond Logic electrical system for the automation of tasks and interlocks to help protect equipment and crew.

From the inside out

Mark Stasell, vice president, vocational trucks, did a walkthrough of the new truck. One of the things that did change on the exterior is that the newly redesigned doors are twice as stiff as previously to improve the integrity of the cab. The belt line on the window has been lowered and the vent window post removed, resulting in a single large piece of glass to enhance side visibility. The side mirrors have been moved farther forward so the driver doesn’t have to turn his head as much.

Inside the cab is a new premium gauge cluster, the same as used in the newly updated line-haul products like the LT. A customizable display in the center allows the operator to display what’s important to him, such as axle loading, real time fuel economy, or virtual air gauges.

A new shifter on the stalk makes it easy for the driver to control without taking his hand far from the steering wheel. Combined with a redesigned wing panel dash to the right, this provides a lot more knee room. A new center vent offers more air for the center passenger in a three-person operation — and the new HAVC system is powerful and uses the latest automotive technology. A new defrost feature puts hot fresh air against the windshield. “We can clear a windshield faster than anyone else in cold weather,” Stasell said.

That wing dash also houses up to 30 customizable switches, large enough to use them with a glove, labeled with clear text and symbols. Programmable indicator lights can display up to seven colors. And on the right-hand side of the dash, the power distribution panel is located inside the cab so it’s not exposed to the elements. And if a drink is sitting on top of the flat dash and spills, it’s designed with a gutter to drain the liquid away and out of the cab.

Other features include:
    •    Heavy duty, double-sided galvanized steel cab for long-term durability.
    •    Huck bolt chassis fasteners provide superior clamping force and will not come loose even in extreme environments.
    •    Available with a clean Cab-to-Axle (CA) configuration to minimize costly post-production modifications.
    •    20,000 lb. off-set bowl front drive axle allows for a lower ride height than a traditional center bowl.
    •    Super Single ½" thick fame rail rated up to 3.35M RBM.
    •    Integral 20" and 27" frame extensions (not bolt-on) for superior strength and reliability.
    •    Available stainless-steel oil pan for reduced corrosion in highly corrosive applications.
    •    New industry-standard J1939 electrical system architecture and improved harnessing to maximize uptime.
    •    All new best-in-class HVAC system, designed for reliability, now includes a high-performance MAX defrost feature.

Every HV Series can be equipped as an option with OnCommand Connection, International’s remote diagnostics system and over-the-air programming.

The HV Series is available in a variety of specifications: Regular Cab, Extended Cab, and Crew Cab. The company is taking orders today and market availability is March 2018. 

New HX Series Options

International’s HX series debuted in 2016, Mooney said, saying “this was the proof we were serious about getting back in the vocational market. We expanded coverage into area we really haven't played in in a long time.”

At NACV, International announced that the International HX Series is now available in a 51-inch sleeper cab on both the HX520 and HX620 models. “These focus on heavy haul tractor customers who need the strength the HX delivers but are looking for more room inside the cab,” Mooney said. The sleepers will be available to order in October.

The International A26 engine will be available in the HX Series. “This engine is ideal for vocational applications,” Mooney said. “This is a market that’s very weight sensitive, and this engine is the lightest 13L in the market. Perfect for applications like concrete mixers, it will be available for order in May of 2018.”

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International unveils HV, model updates

Today’s Trucking  /  September 26, 2017

ATLANTA, GA -- International has unveiled its new HV Series of trucks at the North American Commercial Vehicle Show, with several features designed to withstand the abuse of rugged vocational environments.

Powering the new offering is the 12.4-liter A26 engine, while a Diamond Logic electrical system promises easier work for body builders who transform the trucks for specific work. There are nearly 200 factory-available body integration and driver efficiency features overall.

The newly redesigned door is twice as stiff as previous models, helping to minimize air leaks and wind noise, says Mark Stasell, vice president – vocational trucks. An integrated door pocket also doubles as a handle to help ensure three points of contact when entering and exiting the cab.

The cab itself looks larger because there is no vent window post, and the bottom of the window has been lowered. It all leaves a larger piece of glass in the window itself. Moving the mirrors forward reduced the extent of turns that drivers make with their heads – by 15% to the left and 5% to the right. That means less muscle fatigue and neck strain though the course of the day, Stasell says.

Interior design features were driven by feedback from more than 100 vehicle customers, he adds.

The truck now includes the same gauge cluster found in the RH, Lonestar, and LT, with a customizable display in the center to track everything from fuel economy to axle loads. A shifter is now found on the steering stalk, too, helping to keep hands near the wheel at all times.

A “wing panel” dash design has been introduced to increase knee room.

The middle passenger riding along in a three-man operation, meanwhile, will be heated and cooled with a new center vent near the panel. The HVAC system as a whole draws on proven automotive technologies.

“We know we can clear a windshield faster than anyone else,” Stasell says.

There can be up to 30 customizable switches on the dash in all, along with programmable indicator lights that can come in seven different colors – maybe in the form of a yellow light to indicate a safety interlock.

The power distribution panel in the cab has no exposed wiring, either, and even features a gutter to channel away any spilled drinks.

“We had a Big Gulp and poured it all over that panel when the lid was on it,” he said, referring to one test.

Other features include a double-sided galvanized steel cab, Huck bolt chassis fasteners, and a 20,000-pound offset bowl front drive axle that allows a lower ride height than a traditional center bowl. Integral 20- and 27-inch frame extensions offer added strength and reliability, while a stainless steel oil pan addresses a potential source of corrosion.

Orders begin today, and the truck will enter the market in March.

It is the latest in a rapid succession of products from the manufacturer. New releases have been rolling out every four to six months, beginning with the HX heavy premier vocational vehicle, LT linehaul truck, RH for regional haulers, and the updated Lonestar that enters production in the fall.

Doors and pedestal mirrors have both been redesigned in the latter truck. Doors, for example, now swing open at a larger angle, in part to improve visibility.

A pagination switch used to flip through screens in the driver display was also mounted on the dash rather than a steering wheel because drivers noted they liked to rest clipboards on steering wheels.

The HX includes enhancement of its own, with a 51-inch sleeper for the 520 and 620 models. That will be popular for heavy haulers, Mooney says, noting the truck will be available in October. Both the HX 515 and 615, meanwhile, will come with Navistar’s A26 engine in May 2018.

The engine, promoted as the lightest in the market, will be an important draw for the weight-sensitive market, said Denny Mooney, senior vice president – product development.

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International Truck | NACV 2017 Press Conference | HV Series

International Trucks Press Release  /  September 27, 2017

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New International HV Series truck launch in US

Prime Mover Magazine  /  September 28, 2017

Commercial heavy vehicle manufacturer, International Trucks, has launched its HV Series truck at the North American Commercial Vehicle Show, boasting uptime enhancements and advanced integration options for body builders.

"The new International HV Series is just one more truck in our product line-up that puts drivers first and meets the gruelling demands of vocational applications," said International President – Trucks and Parts, Michael Cancelliere. "The HV Series is a smart solution for our customers in the business of doing serious work and is a new breed of vocational truck that redefines the standard for uptime and productivity. It is the go-to truck for those who know that it's not just about getting the job done, it is about getting it done right."

According to International, the HV Series interior was crafted with driver and body company feedback to ensure the most comfortable and productive environment possible.

“The HV Series also features the intelligence of the industry-leading Diamond Logic electrical system for the automation of tasks and interlocks to help protect both equipment and crew,” the company said. “The truck offers customers an incredibly versatile foundation for any configuration necessary to be productive at any job and includes power options like the International A26, an engine designed with uptime in its DNA.”

International has said that the HV Series features a heavy duty, double-sided galvanised steel cab for long-term durability, Huck bolt chassis fasteners to provide superior clamping in extreme environments as well as a clean Cab-to-Axle (CA) configuration to reportedly minimise costly part production and modifications.

The manufacturer has said that the HV Series is powered by the 12.4L International A26 engine, which is designed to provide industry-leading uptime, greater fuel efficiency and quieter operation.

Built from the MAN D26 engine crankcase, the A26 can reportedly produce up to 475 horsepower and 1,700 lb.-ft. of torque from a design that is 600-700 lbs. lighter than a traditional 15L big bore engine.

“The A26 is also backed by the industry's best warranty and is the first engine to meet the B10 standard that requires 90 per cent of delivered engines to travel 1.9 million kilometres before a major repair,” according to International. “HV Series is also available with the Cummins B6.7 and Cummins L9 engines.”

The HV Series will feature a remote diagnostic option called OnCommand Connection with Over-the-air (OTA) programming. OTA, available through the nine-pin International LINK device, will reportedly enable drivers and fleet managers to use a mobile interface to initiate authorised engine programming via a Wi-Fi connection. The service will offer drivers and fleets the means to update engine control modules to reflect the latest manufacturer-approved calibrations, without needing to visit a dealer or service facility.

According to International, the HV Series has an advanced electrical system that can streamline chassis and body integration, allowing program-automated tasks.

"Our Diamond Logic electrical system is best known for its ability to provide control and communication between work trucks and body equipment," said International Vice President – Vocational Truck Business, Mark Stasell. "We are a pioneer in custom programmable chassis electronics and multiplexing and we continue to partner with end users and body builders to further increase productivity and make it easy to integrate with our system."

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Driving the International HV

James Menzies, Truck News  /  October 30, 2017

NEW CARLISLE, Ind. – International Truck has brought to market the new HV model, an updated WorkStar truck for vocational applications.

The exterior went unchanged, but the HV now features the new interior that’s being adopted across most of International’s product line, including the LT and RH models. The key advantages of the new interior are a modern design, with more vibrant color driver display, and repositioned mirrors that offer better visibility.

The company says its mirrors were moved forward to require less head movement  – 15% to the left and 5% to the right.

I drove an HV Series dump truck on the off-road course at Navistar’s New Carlisle, Ind., proving grounds in early October. The visibility was improved, thanks also to the removal of the vent windows and the lowering of the window beltline, resulting in more glass and fewer obstructions.

New doors reduce exterior noise and will keep the cab more comfortable in extreme temperatures. They offer twice the stiffness as the previous door design, and feature a reinforced door pocket that doubles as a grab handle to support even the heaviest drivers when climbing in and out of the truck.

The truck I drove had the standard International A-26 engine, producing 475 hp and 1,700 lb.-ft. of torque. The transmission was a six-speed Allison automatic, featuring the new steering column-mounted stalk shifter, which freed up some room in the driver environment. The new stalk shifter also controls the engine brake.

The dash is better laid out, with a highly customizable center panel. It can house up to 30 switches to accommodate complex body types.

The HV also gets an improved HVAC system, including a max defrost setting that can clear a window of ice much faster than the previous design. A new vent has been added in the center of the console to provide greater comfort to the middle passenger in bench seat configurations.

Larger switches are easier to access while wearing work gloves.

A power distribution center is mounted on the top of the passenger side dash. The circuit breakers are protected from spilled beverages, thanks to a cleverly designed trough that directs any liquids – even spills as large as a Big Gulp – away from the sensitive electronics.

The Bluetooth speaker has been relocated to a better home on the door post for improved audio.

The HV is intended for lighter-duty vocational applications than its bigger brother, the HX Series. The HX comes in an aluminum cab and maintains its own distinct styling and interior, with some features carried over from the now defunct truck making partnership with Caterpillar. The HV interior is a straight carry-over from the LT and RH and the truck features a steel cab. It’s a less expensive option that’s still capable of some heavy-duty vocational applications, but the 12.4-liter A-26 engine is the largest available engine offering.

It can also be spec’d with all-wheel drive, which the HX cannot.

The HV offers much improved visibility over the WorkStar, and a quieter ride thanks to the more robust, better-sealed doors. The 50-degree inside wheel cut afforded excellent maneuverability and the entire dash and driver display bring a more modern look and feel to the interior of the HV. The previous interior hadn’t changed significantly in 16 years, so WorkStar drivers will appreciate the update.

LoneStar gets new cab, too

The same cab that was carried over to the HV was also given to the International LoneStar.

“The entire driver environment has been redesigned, and we did that with feedback from driver clinics,” said Tom Harting, during a drive around Navistar’s three-mile oval track.

The International LoneStar highway tractor retains its unique, bold exterior design, but now incorporates the interior improvements being rolled out across International’s product line. Harting said image-conscious fleets and owner-operators are the main LoneStar buyers, with some larger fleets buying a few as reward trucks. It’s available exclusively with the Cummins X15 engine.

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International HV’s mission is productivity

Rick Weber, Trailer-Body Builders  /  December 7, 2017

Coverage from the recent NTEA Truck Product Conference, a look at the critical details of new and coming-soon equipment from the chassis manufacturers, and what the changes mean for upfitters and truck body builders.

International Truck has launched the International HV Series—the first severe service truck available with the International A26 12.4L big bore engine and designed to be the replacement for the WorkStar steel-cab vocational model.

The HV—which stands for heavy vocational—has the same hood and grille as the current WorkStar but comes with an upgraded cab with new instruments, controls, dashboard, and sealing that make the HV easier and more comfortable to drive.

Orders are being taken, with market availability in March.

“We focused on re-energizing and re-invigorating our existing product line and have been hard at work reshaping our steel-cab vocational product,” said Darin Vehlewald, product manager of the vocational product line. “We’re all excited to announce our HV series. We’ve had our engineers work pretty closely with customers as well as body equipment manufacturers during our design process to make sure we’re upgrading. What we’ve created is what we believe is the most productive work truck environment possible. The HV series was built with productivity as its primary mission.”

Some highlights: heavy-duty, double-sided galvanized steel cab for long-term durability; huck bolt chassis fasteners provide superior clamping force and will not come loose even in extreme environments; also available with a clean Cab-to-Axle (CA) configuration to minimize costly post-production modifications; integral 20” and 27” frame extensions (not bolt-on) for superior strength and reliability; available stainless-steel oil pan for reduced corrosion in highly corrosive applications; new industry-standard J1939 electrical system architecture and improved harnessing to maximize uptime.

Built from the proven MAN D26 engine crankcase, the A26 produces up to 475 horsepower and 1700 lb-ft of torque from a design that is 600-700 lbs lighter than a traditional 15L big bore engine. The A26 is also the first engine to meet the B10 standard that requires 90% of delivered engines to travel 1.2 million miles before a major repair. The HV Series is also available with the Cummins B6.7 and Cummins L9 engines.

Every HV can be equipped as an option with OnCommand Connection, the remote diagnostics system and Over-the-air (OTA) programming. With the International HV Series, customers can order the specific chassis configuration needed for any application upfront, which substantially reduces the time and expense involved to upfit the vehicle in post-production.

To further improve driver productivity and safety, the HV Series features the best-in-class Diamond Logic, an advanced electrical system that streamlines chassis and body equipment integration and allows customers to program automated tasks.

DriverFirst enhancements that contribute to productivity include:

• Redesigned cab doors with a lower bottom glass edge and removed the vent window, giving the driver a single large piece of glass to look through, greatly improving side visibility and reducing blind spots.

• By reshaping the doors and side glass, the position of the optional pedestal mirrors was optimized so drivers turn their heads 15% less on the left side and 5% less on the passenger side, making it easier to keep their eyes on the road while reducing neck strain over the long haul.

• An all-new dash designed for the driver with more space for additional rocker switches.

• An available premium gauge cluster designed with driver input that is customizable with virtual gauges.

• An easy-access column-mounted stalk shifter integrated with engine braking to help keep hands on the wheel and eyes on the road.

• Introduced the “wing panel dash” tailored for the vocational truck and driver. The new stalk shifter placement and the lower instrument panel design greatly improve leg room for the driver, especially at the knee. An additional vent has been added to help keep the middle front passenger comfortable.

• The dash contains space for up to 30 customizable switches ensuring functionality of any type of body that is mounted on the back. Switches offer large easy-to-read text and recognizable ISO symbols, are back-lit for easy viewing at night, and offer seven unique color options for the indicator lights. For complex body applications like ambulance, fire or high-railers, the multi-color lights allow for a higher level of customization and functionality.

• A new fuse panel is much easier to service with no exposed wires. The panel has a new spill-proof design allowing liquids to flow into a gutter around the panel and drain to the outside of the vehicle without damaging any electronics.

• With an inside wheel cut of up to 50 degrees, the HV Series can easily navigate tight city streets or construction sites, saving driver time, reducing work-site collisions and boosting productivity.

Vehlewald also gave some severe service updates:

• The WorkStar 7400/7500 AWD series will feature the Fabco FSD model, rated at 20,000 lbs. It allows a lower ride height than 20,000-lb center bowl. Front drive axle options are 8k, 10k, 12k, 13k, 14k, 16k, and 18k.

• A super single frame rail—3.35 million RBM-rated and ½-inch thick and 11¼” high—is now available.

• Standard in all WorkStar models are manual-reset circuit breakers.

Ramses Banda, senior manager of the medium-duty product line, said the International MV and HV will be launched in January, and the Class 4-5 CV truck will be launched in June and available in 2019.

“The CV series is a new concept for International,” he said. “It will be the first true Class 4-5 commercial duty truck and will have all the attributes that our commercial trucks have. All the DNA is going to be in our CV series: durability, endurance, functionality, ease of service.”

Vocational engineer Paul Nieuwlandt, addressing medium-duty products, said that Navistar will cease production of the N9 engine and offer the L9 and B6.7.

He also elaborated on future options and features for medium-duty trucks:

• Low cab with 04VGA air dryer location and forward-located AT device offerings.

“We’re looking at moving the aftertreatment system forward from its normal location to achieve the 152” wheelbase. This will open up the right-hand side so it can have either a 50-gallon fuel tank or 70-gallon fuel tank. The feature code of 04VGA typically forces you to a mid-high cab. We’re trying to redesign that to continue to keep it at a low cab. We’ll get the air dryer out of the way, and that allows for the battery box and redesigned air tank sizes to accommodate the volume if there is a volume need for that third air tank. It will hang below, so you still have a clean back of cab.”

• The clean CA step package.

“We’re improving the vertical step height. Today, it’s at about 18 inches from step to step. We’re closing that gap to be more conducive to complaints we’ve had on the entry and egress. It’s going to be 16.6. We’re also increasing the lateral step offset. Today, it’s about 2 inches from the first step to second step. It’ll be about 3 inches now. So it will be more of a stair-step style. We’re also extending that step to the rear part. To do that, we had to basically redesign the battery box and DEF tank location. We are forcing them inboard so the step can extend to the front side of those components.”

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Nice lineup. Keep Navistar in America!

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International Trucks Press Release  /  September 9, 2020

Built to be tough, this HV Series will take whatever garbage you throw at it!

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