International Motors will now install Samsara devices on new trucks and IC Bus school buses. This includes vehicle gateways, dash cams, AI Multicams and external cameras.
"Connectivity isn't just a feature — it's the foundation for maximizing uptime and unleashing fleet productivity. By seamlessly integrating Samsara devices into International trucks and IC school buses before they ever leave the factory, we're raising the bar for reliability, durability and safety," says Huber Masterlari, vice president of service contracts and connectivity at International. "Our customers aren't simply receiving a vehicle; they're gaining a fully connected, intelligent and data-driven asset ready to deliver exceptional performance from the moment the keys are handed over. This approach ensures fleets are equipped to excel, setting a new industry standard for connectivity and operational excellence."
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Other benefits of the pre-delivery installation program include:
- Reduced administrative overhead because International can order Samsara hardware for its customers, streamlining procurement and installation.
- Standardized installation processes at International Truck Speciality Centers and Custom Bus Center locations.
- Synchronized subscription activation because the licenses will activate at the time of shipment to the customer.
"Fleet operators today are looking for every possible edge in efficiency. Since launching our PDI program less than a year ago, we've already seen a significant volume of pre-installed products, proving there is an appetite for 'out of the box' connectivity," says Jeff Faulkner, senior vice president of operations at Samsara. "Partnering with International scales this impact significantly. We are committed to making integrated, pre-delivery telematics the industry standard, helping our customers move away from manual setups and toward a fully digitized, day one operation."
