International Truck announced a number of new products and enhancements to its heavy-duty vehicles – including the WorkStar and PayStar trucks – at this week’s World of Concrete Show in Las Vegas.

These new developments included:
International WorkStar – With its redesigned hood and grille, the WorkStar looks more powerful than ever. The new design allows WorkStar to accommodate the new 2007 emissions-compliant engines without dropping the radiator between the frame rails. This allows customers to maintain front engine PTO capabilities, while many other truck OEMs do not. The WorkStar will accommodate integrated MaxxForce 11 and MaxxForce 13 big bore engines in the fall of 2007. A new instrument cluster, more powerful electronic system controller, redesigned seats and optional tilt-telescopic steering wheel will help enhance driver comfort and satisfaction.
International PayStar – A new sound insulation package for the PayStar reduces cab noise by up to 60 percent, providing drivers on the construction site with a quieter cab. There's also more horsepower available than ever before with options up to 625 horsepower. The PayStar also features a new, easier to mount chassis package. A new PayStar model with a new axle configuration will be announced later in 2007.
Bendix Stability System – For drivers who want to reduce incident potential and improve steering in tough high center of gravity applications, International will be offering the Bendix ABS-6 Advanced with RSP Stability System. The system continuously monitors a variety of vehicle parameters and sensors to determine if the vehicle is reaching a critical stability threshold. When that situation develops, the electronic stability program will quickly and automatically intervene to assist the driver. It can selectively apply vehicle brakes, as well as de-throttle the engine. It will be available in both WorkStar and PayStar trucks.
Hendrickson Primaax Suspension – Also coming in 2007, the Hendrickson Primaax air ride suspension will allow for a smoother ride and improved product life cycle time by helping to isolate the chassis and cab from the vibration of typical off-road terrain. It provides a stable suspension base for high center of gravity loads and applications. The increased wheel articulation, integrated stabilizer, quick align system that simplifies axle alignment and lessens vibration transmitted to the cab and chassis results in increased driver comfort and improved product life.
Platinum Exterior Package –For customers that want to customize their truck with a premium chrome appearance, International will offer the Platinum Exterior Package for the International WorkStar. Adding prestige and rugged good looks to the exterior appearance, the Platinum Package offers bright, polished chrome accents that can withstand the rigors of vocational truck applications. The package includes a variety of bright features including, air tanks, fuel tanks, bumper, fog lights, air horns, wheel hub and lug nut covers, steps and bug deflector.
Eagle Interior Package – The new Eagle Interior Package for International WorkStar models is designed to improve driver comfort and reduce driver fatigue, includes a range of upgrades such as wood grain interior trim accents, premium seats, door panel accents and a premium center console.
An affiliate of Navistar International Corp. and based in Warrenville, Ill., International Truck is a leading producer of medium trucks and heavy trucks for various markets including over-the-road, pickup and delivery, construction, utility and governments.
For more information, visit www.internationaltrucks.com.