NC2 Trucks Takes Advantage of Local Knowledge to Excel in South Africa, in African Business Review

SAN DIEGO, CA--(Marketwire - May 2, 2012) -  In a report in African Business Review, the unique relationship between Navistar and Caterpillar to form the NC² Trucks Southern Africa enterprise is examined. The venture is part of NC² Global and combines truck manufacturing and transportation expertise with worldwide distribution and stellar support. It has 18 dealerships across South Africa.

NC² 's brand in South Africa is International Trucks, which prides itself on its experience of many years in dealing with the strenuous operating conditions of Southern Africa. "By providing our dealers with the education, tools, and innovative solutions they need to overcome these challenges, we will continue to strengthen their reputation and gain confidence in this growing South African market," the company says.

The core business of NC² Trucks Southern Africa is the assembly of trucks, which the company says have a rich heritage. International Trucks manufactures three different series of trucks, the 9800 Series, WorkStar and in the near future, the TranStar.

"A major drive in our strategy is to increase the local content of our vehicles," comments Managing Director, Paul Henning. "Parts such as fuel tanks, tailboards, windows, etc, are sourced locally and in doing so contribute to the creation of jobs and a better economic dispensation for South Africans in general."

Read the article here: http://www.africanbusinessreview.co.za

About NC² Trucks Southern Africa

Established in 2007, the NC² Trucks Southern Africa enterprise is a collaboration between Navistar and Caterpillar and combines truck manufacturing and transportation expertise with worldwide distribution.

For more information, visit: www.internationaltrucks.co.za

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