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Malaysian Reserve
23-04-2025
- Automotive
- Malaysian Reserve
International Exhibits Solutions to Simplify the Customer Experience at ACT Expo 2025
ANAHEIM, Calif., April 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — International Motors, LLC * ('International') will showcase its digitally enabled solutions dedicated to the customer experience at ACT Expo 2025 in Anaheim, California April 28 – May 1. 'At International, we're investing in innovative solutions to create an exceptional customer experience,' said Debbie Shust, vice president, Customer Insights & Experience, International. 'It's not just about delivering vehicles—it's about delivering confidence. In a dynamic environment, we simplify the journey, support long-term success, and show up as a true partner every step of the way.' Fleet Decarbonization International offers end-to-end consulting services to support customers in reaching their fleet decarbonization goals. These services include electric readiness assessments, infrastructure planning, grant support, and onboarding assistance. Customers can begin their journey by visiting their local International® dealer to tailor a decarbonization strategy that is best suited for their business. With more than 10 million real-world miles, International's battery-electric vehicles have been meeting customer demands in practical scenarios, assisting customers in their decarbonization journeys. With the announcement of the International® eRH™ Series, an all-electric Class 8 regional haul tractor, the company expands its electric vehicle lineup to meet demands of the heavy-duty market. The eRH joins the International eMV™ Series and the IC Bus™ Electric CE Series in the International electric vehicle lineup. Recognizing that fleet decarbonization happens at different paces for customers, International also provides advanced diesel solutions For example, the LT with the S13 Integrated Powertrain delivers at least 5% more in fuel economy than any competitor in the on-highway aero category.** The S13 Integrated is also certified for use with R100 renewable diesel. Electric Maintenance Solutions International provides planned maintenance service contracts to ensure that customers' operating, maintenance, and service needs are met and supported by our expansive dealer network. These contracts ensure that battery-electric trucks and buses are seamlessly integrated and maintained through proactive service planning. This white-glove experience is tailored to enhance uptime via scheduled maintenance intervals, solutions like proactive parts planning, advanced technician scheduling, and a new digital ecosystem designed to predict service and maintenance needs aimed at driving efficiency across International® and IC Bus® dealerships. The new digital ecosystem provides greater visibility into fleets' health-based vehicle data allowing customers and dealers to schedule planned maintenance appointments three to four weeks ahead of time. During this already planned downtime, fleets and dealers can also proactively identify other needed repairs and campaigns. International Service Contracts include planned maintenance and can also include powertrain coverage, chassis coverage, and optional towing coverage. International Service Contracts are available for either five or six years on every new battery-electric truck. Electric bus terms for service contracts vary. International Financial Payment Program for Bundled Solutions Beyond financing for traditional diesel trucks, International® Financial is also a partner for electric-powered trucks and chargers. This partnership extends past the hardware needed to operate in the battery-electric vehicle ecosystem with a Payment Program that enables customers to access International Service Contracts seamlessly. Importantly, the Payment Program allows our customers to opt for planned maintenance over the term of the contract, with no associated financing cost. The Payment Program for International Service Contracts is available for electric vehicles whether or not the vehicle is financed through International Financial. Visit the International Financial EV page for more information. International is dedicated to providing innovative solutions that propel our customers forward. By minimizing downtime and enhancing operational efficiency, we ensure our customers can spend their time and attention focusing on continuous growth and success of their core business. To learn more about these customer solutions, visit the International booth (#5640) at ACT Expo April 28 – May 1 at the Anaheim Convention Center or explore ABOUT INTERNATIONAL Based in Lisle, Illinois, International Motors, LLC* creates solutions that deliver greater uptime and productivity to our customers throughout the full operation of our commercial vehicles. We build International® trucks and engines and IC Bus® school and commercial buses that are as tough and as smart as the people who drive them. We also develop Fleetrite® aftermarket parts. In everything we do, our vision is to accelerate the impact of sustainable mobility to create the cleaner, safer world we all deserve. As of 2021, we joined Scania, MAN and Volkswagen Truck & Bus in TRATON GROUP, a global champion of the truck and transport services industry. To learn more, visit *International Motors, LLC is d/b/a International Motors USA LLC in Illinois and Ohio. **The International® LT® with S13® Integrated Powertrain was tested head-to-head using TMC Type IV testing methodology against competitive on-highway aero models with comparable specifications: Freightliner Cascadia DD15, Kenworth T60 MX13, Volvo VNL D13. Testing proved the International LT with S13 Integrated Powertrain to be at least 5% more fuel efficient than these models.
Yahoo
23-04-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Consumers Energy Debuts All-Electric Bucket Truck, Serving Customers with Zero-Emissions Vehicle
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., April 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Showing that electric vehicles come in all shapes and sizes to meet people's needs, Consumers Energy is now serving customers with the company's first all-electric bucket truck. The truck will perform work in Grand Rapids to provide customers with reliable energy, and it represents yet another step in Consumers Energy's commitment to powering Michigan's EV transformation. "We continue to see more EVs take to the road in Michigan, and it's interesting to see how they arrive in different forms, from heavy-duty vehicles to school buses, to meet all sorts of needs," said Lauren Snyder, Consumers Energy's vice president of customer experience. "We want to provide an example to our customers who are making their own choices about buying EVs." VIDEO: See Consumers Energy's all-electric bucket truck The new bucket truck will soon be hitting the road in Grand Rapids and will be staffed by a specially trained team. Built by International Motors and equipped with an Altec boom, the truck is powered by a fast charger at Consumers Energy's Grand Rapids service center and can travel up to 135 miles when fully charged. Chris Laird, Consumers Energy's vice president of electric operations, said he's excited to see the bucket truck improve electric service to customers. The company's Reliability Roadmap is a plan to reduce the number and length of power outages. "We're excited to see this vehicle help our customers who count on us for reliable, dependable energy," Laird said. "Our traditional mission to serve customers isn't changing, but we are changing the way we do that work. In this case, that means powering a durable vehicle with zero-emissions energy." Consumers Energy provides solutions that support Michigan's EV drivers, including rebates for home and public charging through its PowerMIDrive program and a companion program, PowerMIFleet, that helps businesses electrify their fleets. Consumers Energy is Michigan's largest energy provider, providing natural gas and/or electricity to 6.8 million of the state's 10 million residents in all 68 Lower Peninsula counties. For more information about Consumers Energy, go to Check out Consumers Energy on Social Media Facebook: Instagram: View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Consumers Energy
Associated Press
17-03-2025
- Automotive
- Associated Press
EV Charging Summit & Expo Announces Keynote Panel: 'The Road to Electrification: Market-Driven Innovation in EV Charging Expansion'
SAN DIEGO, March 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The EV Charging Summit & Expo is excited to announce its keynote panel, 'The Road to Electrification: Market-Driven Innovation in EV Charging Expansion,' scheduled for March 26, 2025, from 9:15 am to 10:00 am. With electric vehicle (EV) sales projected to constitute nearly 30% of new car purchases in the U.S. by 2030, and the global heavy-duty electric trucks market expected to grow at a CAGR of 20.6% from 2024 to 2030, the demand for sustainable transportation is transforming the automotive and energy sectors. While federal incentives have catalyzed initial growth, consumer interest and market dynamics are propelling the next electrification phase. 'With government regulations and incentives in limbo, it is increasingly important to focus on the economic drivers for battery electric vehicle (BEV) adoption,' said Jason Kazmar, director, Mobility Solutions, International Motors, LLC. 'By considering all the factors that influence total cost of ownership, we can identify the specific use-cases and geographies that best support BEV operations and economics and will be able to continue to increase BEV adoption.' This keynote session brings together industry leaders to discuss long-term strategies for scaling charging networks and addressing infrastructure challenges. Panelists will explore collaborative efforts to meet consumer demand, innovate solutions, and ensure the continued success of electrification nationwide. Panel Moderator: Michael E. Murphy, CEO, American EV Jobs Alliance Panelists: Emily Durham, Vice President Legal & Government Affairs, Electrify America Jason Kazmar, Director of Mobility Solutions, International Motors, LLC Matthew Krukin, Global Head of Ford Pro Software and Charging Solutions, Ford Nicholas Keeling, Director, Global Charging Product Engineering, Rivian ABOUT THE EVENT The EV Charging Summit & Expo (EVCS) is North America's largest infrastructure event for transportation electrification. It serves as a key meeting point for industry leaders, innovators, policymakers, and stakeholders driving the transition to sustainable transportation. With 220 industry speakers, 220 exhibitors, and 5,000+ attendees, the event will feature cutting-edge discussions, innovative solutions, and networking opportunities that shape the future of EV infrastructure. Contact: EVCS Productions Autumn Glading SOURCE EV Charging Summit & Expo 2025
Telegraph
21-02-2025
- Automotive
- Telegraph
UK's rarest cars: 1964 Daihatsu Compagno, the only one left
At times, an apparently minor event heralds a social revolution. Few, if any, British motorists reading about the Daihatsu Compagno in May 1965 would have predicted that a decade later, there would be a trade agreement to stem imports of cars from Japan. The Compagno was the first Japanese car officially sold in this country and today this B-registered example resides at the West Bromwich headquarters of International Motors. Daihatsu introduced the Compagno in 1963. It combined Vignale-styled bodywork with a separate ladder-type chassis. The engine was a four-cylinder 797cc unit with a steering column-mounted lever to operate the gearbox. The car shown here was the press demonstrator for the UK concessionaire Dufay (Birmingham) Ltd. It seems to have been imported before the first official batch of Compagnos arrived on 29 May 1965, hence its 1964 registration. Sales were via Dufay's Great Portland Street offices, and the firm promised: 'Daihatsu created the Berlina (the Italian coachbuilding term for a saloon body style) for those who dream of sports car beauty and excitement, yet must look for family comfort and safety.' There was talk in the press of 250 dealers applying for distribution facilities, with projected annual sales of 250 in 1965, rising to 2,500 in 1966 and 20,000 within five years. Dufay offered the Compagno saloon and a three-door estate, with plans to import the very attractive Spider cabriolet. This newspaper thought the 'smooth and free-revving' engine gave a 'comparatively lively performance with the help of a four-speed all-synchromesh gearbox'. Motor found the Compagno 'a dainty eye-catcher if you want to be different', as well as describing its styling as following 'the current pert fashion'. A less impressed Autocar thought: 'In the design of the suspension, engine, transmission and brakes, it follows very closely much that was popular and conventional on British cars some eight or 10 years ago.' The magazine's writer, Stuart Bladon, later recalled that the Compagno was incredibly slow. In the face of a 20mph wind, this actual car was unable to achieve 60mph, while the Yokohama tyres seemed to have 'hardly any grip at all' in the wet. Other challenges included selling a Japanese car in Britain 20 years after the end of the Second World War – as well as its price. At £799, the Daihatsu cost £70 more than a Ford Cortina Mk1 1500 Super and nearly £140 more than a Hillman Minx. However, the level of standard equipment was remarkable for a small car: twin spotlights and reversing lights, whitewall tyres, electric windscreen washers, 'anti-glare' tinted glass and a radio with a 'semi-power' antenna. The owner could further boast of wing mirrors, the 'woodgrain facia' incorporating a clock and a cigarette lighter, the heater and footwell fresh air vents, as well as the reclining front seats. If the engineering beneath that smart Italian suit, with its leaf rear springs and all-drum brakes, was dated even by the standards of the mid-Sixties, at least the Compagno was very well built and its column gear lever was easy to operate. 'Japan's Answer to Economy – With Luxury in Mind' might have enjoyed a niche as a well-appointed compact town car for the sedate motorist were it not for its less-than-effective marketing. Dufay was a film stock specialist with no motor trade experience; it never established a dealership network. By 1966, the Compagno's saga in the UK appeared to be over. The car you see here is believed to be the sole example on the road. Steve Eardley from International Motors observes: ' Dufay imported only eight cars.' The last of circa 120,000 Compagnos departed the Osaka factory in 1970, whereupon Daihatsu did not market its products in the UK until the TKM group re-commenced sales in 1977. By 1990 TKM had acquired two Compagno saloons and a cabriolet, which all resided under tarpaulins at its centre in Dover. This car was among them and TKM's managing director Peter Kirkland decided that of the trio it stood the best chance of refurbishment. Restoration began in 1991 and the Compagno returned to the road in 1992. Today, its historical importance is undeniable; a form of Trojan Horse to the British motor industry. In 1966 Autocar wrote 'the present dribble' of Japanese imports was 'unlikely to become a flood'. This prediction proved as accurate as Decca's spurning The Beatles in 1962 on the grounds that 'guitar groups are on the way out'. And, in its modest way, this tiny Compagno set the template for so many imported Japanese cars of the 1970s. It may have been technically unadventurous, but it was well-equipped, well-built – and unlike many domestic products it was virtually guaranteed to start first time.
