DNA
announced that they will supply axles and drive shaft components to Isuzu
Commercial Truck of America’s 2018 FTR, which will start production in
mid-2017.
The
2018 Isuzu FTR is designed for urban distribution services such as delivery of
drinks, boxes and refrigerators. The model will be powered by the Isuzu 4HK
1-TC 5.2L turbocharged four-cylinder diesel engine, and wil include the Alison
2000 series automatic transmission.
“As
Dana is focused on quality and innovation, we have selected the 2018 Isuzu FTR
for its Spicer drive shaft,” said Shaun Skinner, President of Commercial Truck
in Isuzu. “The new truck represents our vision for the future medium–sized
truck market, which is fuel – efficient, environmentally friendly and low–cost,
and Dana’s components help us achieve that.