Navistar Unveils Impressive Results from International SuperTruck II Project


🚚 Navistar Unveils Impressive Results from International SuperTruck II Project.

Navistar, in collaboration with the U.S. Department of Energy, has announced the successful outcomes of the International SuperTruck II project. The project showcased significant advancements in fuel efficiency, achieving an impressive 16 miles per gallon (MPG) through hybridization and a remarkable 170% improvement in freight efficiency compared to the 2009 baseline vehicle. The project focused on weight reduction, rolling resistance technologies, aerodynamic improvements, and powertrain technologies to reduce the nation's reliance on fossil fuels. The International SuperTruck II demonstrated substantial gains in vehicle efficiency, engine brake thermal efficiency, and total ownership costs. With a focus on sustainable mobility, Navistar aims to commercialize hybrid technologies that can be utilized for fully electric vehicles, offering improved total cost of ownership (TCO) and business operations.

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