Commercial Vehicle Manufacturer Introduces Revolutionary Step in Connectivity
Customer-Centric, Over-the-Air Connected Vehicle Technologies Continue
to Drive Uptime Improvements, Provide Customers with Real-World Operational Efficiencies
International Truck announced it plans to offer over-the-air (OTA) reprogramming of engine
control modules (ECM) for International® trucks powered by its N9,
N10 and N13 proprietary engines. The company has completed its initial testing
in its International Truck test fleets and will finalize testing in customer
fleets this fall. The official launch of
two-way connected vehicle technology in new International models will come
early next year.
“Over-the-air
reprogramming in International trucks will revolutionize the way our customers’
trucks are serviced and maintained,” said Bill Kozek, Navistar president, Truck
and Parts. “This is another important example of how our connected vehicle
leadership is paving the way for future advancements that will drive
improvements in vehicle uptime and real-world, bottom-line results for our
customers.”
In the initial launch phase, International Truck’s OTA technology will be available
on model year 2017 International trucks powered by proprietary N9, N10 and N13
engines. OTA reprogramming of the truck’s ECM will enable the driver or fleet
manager to utilize a mobile interface to initiate reprogramming. This quick
procedure can be performed at the customer’s facility over a safe, secure Wi-Fi
connection. The company continues to partner with industry-leading data and
technology companies to ensure the system offers the highest level of security.
“OTA lays the groundwork for a pipeline of connected vehicle services such
as partner engine and component calibration updates, body control module
updates and future cellular capabilities,” said Mike Cerilli, general manager, Navistar’s
Connected Vehicle Business. “These and
future advancements will provide improved customer uptime, fuel efficiency and
other benefits that will drive added value for customers.”
About Navistar
Navistar International Corporation (NYSE: NAV) is a holding
company whose subsidiaries and affiliates produce International®
brand commercial and military trucks, proprietary diesel engines, and IC Bus™
brand school and commercial buses. An affiliate also provides truck and diesel
engine service parts. Another affiliate offers financing services. Additional
information is available at www.Navistar.com.
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