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{{Short description|Division of Isuzu}}
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{{Infobox company
| name = Isuzu Commercial Truck of America, Inc.
| name = Isuzu Commercial Truck of America, Inc.
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| location_city = [[Anaheim, California]]{{citation needed|date=February 2020}}
| location_city = Anaheim, CA<ref>{{cite web |title=Isuzu Commercial Truck of America , Inc. |url=https://www.zoominfo.com/c/isuzu-commercial-truck-of-america-inc/149898370 |website=ZoomInfo |accessdate=24 October 2019}}</ref>
| location_country = USA
| location_country = USA
| locations = 293 Dealerships in USA, 22 in Canada
| locations = 293 dealerships in USA, 22 in Canada
| area_served = North America (United States & Canada)
| area_served = North America (United States & Canada)
| key_people = {{unbulleted list|{{nowrap|Hisao Sasaki (President & CEO)}}|Shaun Skinner (Executive Vice President & General Manager)}}
| key_people = {{unbulleted list|{{nowrap|Hisao Sasaki (President & CEO)}}|Shaun Skinner (Executive Vice President & General Manager)}}
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| brands = Isuzu Gold Star Certified Pre-Owned, Vehicle Health Reports, Isuzu Priority Service Maintenance Program
| brands = Isuzu Gold Star Certified Pre-Owned, Vehicle Health Reports, Isuzu Priority Service Maintenance Program
| num_employees = 150
| num_employees = 150
| parent = [[Isuzu Motors|Isuzu Motors Limited]]
| parent = [[Isuzu]]
| subsid = Isuzu Commercial Truck of Canada, Inc.
| subsid = Isuzu Commercial Truck of Canada, Inc.
| homepage = http://isuzucv.com/
| homepage = [http://isuzucv.com/ isuzucv.com]
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'''Isuzu Commercial Truck of America, Inc.''' is the North American subsidiary of [[Isuzu Motors]] <ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.isuzu.co.jp/world/investor/fact/overseas_1.html|title=ISUZU:Principal Overseas Subsidiaries, Affiliates and Offices|website=www.isuzu.co.jp}}</ref> Headquartered in Anaheim, California, Isuzu Commercial Truck of America, Inc. (ICTA), is the distributor of Isuzu commercial vehicles in the United States. Isuzu commercial trucks have been the #1 selling low cab forward trucks in America every year since 1986.
'''Isuzu Commercial Truck of America, Inc.''' (ICTA) is the North American subsidiary of [[Isuzu]].<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.isuzu.co.jp/world/investor/fact/overseas_1.html|title=ISUZU:Principal Overseas Subsidiaries, Affiliates and Offices|website=www.isuzu.co.jp}}</ref> It is headquartered in [[Anaheim, California]]. Isuzu commercial trucks have been the #1 selling low cab forward trucks in America every year since 1986.

The Isuzu N-Series low cab forward (LCF) truck family is consistent of class 3-5 trucks, and the only low cab forward lineup that includes two diesel engines and a gasoline engine that is CNG/LPG capable.

==The early beginnings==
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March 21, 1984 Isuzu Commercial Truck of America, Inc. was established in the United States. The very first KS22 truck arrived at the Port of Jacksonville, Florida on November 10, 1984.

Vehicle was VIN #: JAMJP7468F9400054. The original KS22 had an 87-horsepower naturally aspirated, manual transmission and was not equipped with a tilt cab. These trucks were delivered to the dealer for $9,999.00. Duvall Isuzu in Jacksonville, FL sold the very first KS22 in the United States to a pest control business in Jacksonville.

==Through the years==
Dealing with an ever-changing medium-duty truck industry, Isuzu Commercial Truck of America, Inc. has continued to adapt and engineer products centered on the United States market.

===1984–1985===
In 1985 ICTA imported 1,300 more KS22 trucks. The Isuzu NPR was introduced later in mid-1985 with a turbocharged four-cylinder 3.9&nbsp;L (116 HP) diesel engine. This truck was the first model that had a tilt-cab. The fourth Elf/N-series originally had twin rectangular headlamps and a grille with five separate segments (seven for the Wide Cab models).

===1986===
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According to [[R.L. Polk & Company]] registration data, Isuzu became the best-selling low cab forward in the United States.

===1988===
In September 1988 Isuzu introduced the 6BD engine for F-Series trucks (Isuzu FTR and Isuzu FVR).

===1989===
February 1989 marked the beginning of sales for the 18,000&nbsp;lb NRR. During June, the NPR Flatlow was introduced. [[R.L. Polk & Company]] statistics reported Isuzu-built trucks then dominated 30% of the U.S market. July 30 and August 1 Isuzu introduces the 1990 model line-up at Isuzu’s fifth anniversary celebration in San Francisco, California.

===1991===
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On February 9, 1991, the first American-built gas engine NPR was built in Jainesville, WI.

March 17, 1991 the FRR is launched at the Mid-America Truck Show in Louisville, KY.

In April 1991, new engine technology with indirect-injection was introduced for the 1992 model line. The four-cylinder diesel will feature new turbo intercooled technology. The 6-cylinder diesel will feature the unique TICS system and redesigned piston heads.

===1992===
New 4BD2-TC engine with turbo intercooler is rated at 135 horsepower at 2800 RPM. November 18, 1992 the NPR gas engine was introduced to 19 California dealers at the San Diego Port with a dealer drive-away of the first models. California dealers accept first deliveries.

===1994===
July 1994, the 6HE1-TC diesel engine is introduced.

===1995===
In 1995 the N/W-Series models received the new Aero Cube Cab and the F-Series received the heavy-duty 6-cylinder 200 HP diesel engine.

===2000===
FRR introduced 18,000&nbsp;lbs and 19,500&nbsp;lbs GVW rating. And the NQR increased its GVW to 17,950.

===2001===
Diesel-powered crew cab is introduced.

===2004===
F-Series production begins in Flint, MI for the FTR, FVR, and FXR

===2005===
50,000th gas truck was built in Janesville in April 2005

===2007===
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April 17, 2007 Isuzu Commercial Truck of Canada, Inc. (ICTC) was incorporated.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.isuzu.co.jp/world/press/2007/p_0417.html|title=ISUZU:Isuzu Establishes Distributor in Canada|website=www.isuzu.co.jp}}</ref>

===2009===
Isuzu trucks celebrate 25 years in the US [1984-2009] <ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.worktruckonline.com/64472/isuzu-commercial-truck-celebrates-25-years-in-the-u-s-market|title=Isuzu Commercial Truck Celebrates 25 Years in the U.S. Market|website=www.worktruckonline.com}}</ref>


===2011===
==History==
Production of gas trucks begin in Charlotte, MI.<ref>[http://www.totallandscapecare.com/isuzu-to-produce-gasoline-powered-n-series-trucks/]</ref>


===2012===
=== 1984–1990 ===
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ICTA was established on March 21, 1984. The first KS22 truck arrived at the [[Port of Jacksonville]], [[Florida]] on November 10, 1984.In 1985 ICTA imported 1,300 more KS22 trucks.
[[Isuzu Reach]] named 2012 Medium-Duty Truck of the Year <ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.worktruckonline.com/148140/isuzu-reach-named-2012-medium-duty-truck-of-the-year|title=Isuzu Reach Named 2012 Medium-Duty Truck of the Year|first=Lauren|last=Fletcher|website=www.worktruckonline.com}}</ref>


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According to [[R.L. Polk & Company]] registration data, Isuzu became the best-selling low cab forward in the United States in 1986. R.L. Polk & Company statistics reported Isuzu-built trucks then dominated 30% of the U.S market in 1989.
===2013===
Isuzu N-Series named 2013 Medium-Duty Truck of the Year <ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.worktruckonline.com/152853/isuzu-n-series-named-2013-medium-duty-truck-of-the-year|title=Isuzu N-Series Named 2013 Medium-Duty Truck of the Year|first=Lauren|last=Fletcher|website=www.worktruckonline.com}}</ref>


===2014===
===1991–2000===
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On February 9, 1991, the first American-built gas engine NPR was built in [[Janesville, Wisconsin]].
Isuzu trucks celebrated 30 years in the U.S.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.isuzucv.com/en/news/headlines?storyId=1950|title=News Headlines for Isuzu Trucks|website=www.isuzucv.com}}</ref>
Hisao Sasaki is president and Chief Operating Officer of Isuzu Commercial Truck of America, Inc. Shaun Skinner is the Executive Vice President and General Manager of Isuzu Commercial Truck of America, Inc.


===2001–2010===
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Isuzu Commercial Truck of America, Inc. has restored the very first KS22 truck sold for the 30th anniversary.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.truckinginfo.com/118760/isuzu-celebrating-30th-anniversary-in-u-s-market-with-restored-first-truck|title=Isuzu Celebrating 30th Anniversary in U.S. Market With Restored First Truck|website=www.truckinginfo.com}}</ref>
⚫
In April 2005, the 50,000th gas truck was built in Janesville. On April 17, 2007, Isuzu Commercial Truck of Canada, Inc. (ICTC) was incorporated.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.isuzu.co.jp/world/press/2007/p_0417.html|title=ISUZU:Isuzu Establishes Distributor in Canada|website=www.isuzu.co.jp}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.worktruckonline.com/64472/isuzu-commercial-truck-celebrates-25-years-in-the-u-s-market|title=Isuzu Commercial Truck Celebrates 25 Years in the U.S. Market|website=www.worktruckonline.com}}</ref>


===2011–present===
==Current models==
In 2011, [[Charlotte, Michigan]] began producing gas trucks.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.totallandscapecare.com/isuzu-to-produce-gasoline-powered-n-series-trucks/ |title=Isuzu to Produce Gasoline-Powered N-Series Trucks {{!}} Landscaping {{!}} Landscape Care & Ideas |website=www.totallandscapecare.com |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130823073006/http://www.totallandscapecare.com/isuzu-to-produce-gasoline-powered-n-series-trucks/ |archive-date=2013-08-23}} </ref>


In 2012, the [[Isuzu Reach]] was named Medium-Duty Truck of the Year,<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.worktruckonline.com/148140/isuzu-reach-named-2012-medium-duty-truck-of-the-year|title=Isuzu Reach Named 2012 Medium-Duty Truck of the Year|first=Lauren|last=Fletcher|website=www.worktruckonline.com}}</ref> and in 2013, the Isuzu N-Series was named Medium-Duty Truck of the Year <ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.worktruckonline.com/152853/isuzu-n-series-named-2013-medium-duty-truck-of-the-year|title=Isuzu N-Series Named 2013 Medium-Duty Truck of the Year|first=Lauren|last=Fletcher|website=www.worktruckonline.com}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.isuzucv.com/en/news/headlines?storyId=1950|title=News Headlines for Isuzu Trucks|website=www.isuzucv.com}}</ref>
===Diesel===
*[[Isuzu Reach|Reach Van]] - 12,000&nbsp;lbs. GVW <ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.isuzucv.com/en/index#index|title=Home of Isuzu Commercial Vehicles. Low Cab Forward Trucks That Work As Hard As You Do.|website=www.isuzucv.com}}</ref>
*NPR-HD - 14,500&nbsp;lbs. GVW <ref name="auto">{{Cite web|url=https://www.isuzucv.com/en/nseries/nseries_diesel#diesel_trucks|title=Isuzu N-Series Diesel Trucks|website=www.isuzucv.com}}</ref>
*NPR Eco-Max - 12,000&nbsp;lbs. GVW <ref name="auto"/>
*NQR - 17,950&nbsp;lbs. GVW <ref name="auto"/>
*NPR-HD crew cab - 14,500&nbsp;lbs. GVW <ref name="auto"/>
*NQR crew cab - 17,950&nbsp;lbs. GVW <ref name="auto"/>
*NRR - 19,500&nbsp;lbs. GVW <ref name="auto"/>
*FTR - 25,950lb GVWR <ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.isuzucv.com/en/fseries/|title=Overview of Isuzu F-Series FTR|website=www.isuzucv.com}}</ref>


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In 2014, Isuzu Commercial Truck of America, Inc. restored the very first KS22 truck sold for the 30th anniversary.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.truckinginfo.com/118760/isuzu-celebrating-30th-anniversary-in-u-s-market-with-restored-first-truck|title=Isuzu Celebrating 30th Anniversary in U.S. Market With Restored First Truck|website=www.truckinginfo.com}}</ref>
===Gas===
*NPR - 12,000&nbsp;lbs. GVW <ref name="auto1">{{Cite web|url=https://www.isuzucv.com/en/nseries/nseries_gas#gas_trucks|title=Isuzu N-Series Gas Trucks|website=www.isuzucv.com}}</ref>
*NPR-HD - 14,500&nbsp;lbs. GVW <ref name="auto1"/>
*NPR CREW CAB - 12,000&nbsp;lbs. GVW <ref name="auto1"/>
*NPR-HD CREW CAB - 14,500&nbsp;lbs. GVW <ref name="auto1"/>


== References ==
== References ==
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Isuzu Commercial Truck of America, Inc.
Headquarters
Anaheim, California[citation needed]
,
USA
Number of locations
293 dealerships in USA, 22 in Canada
Area served
North America (United States & Canada)
Key people
  • Hisao Sasaki (President & CEO)
  • Shaun Skinner (Executive Vice President & General Manager)
ProductsCommercial Vehicles (Class 3-5)
BrandsIsuzu Gold Star Certified Pre-Owned, Vehicle Health Reports, Isuzu Priority Service Maintenance Program
Number of employees
150
ParentIsuzu
SubsidiariesIsuzu Commercial Truck of Canada, Inc.
Websiteisuzucv.com

Isuzu Commercial Truck of America, Inc. (ICTA) is the North American subsidiary of Isuzu.[1] It is headquartered in Anaheim, California. Isuzu commercial trucks have been the #1 selling low cab forward trucks in America every year since 1986.

History

[edit]

1984–1990

[edit]

ICTA was established on March 21, 1984. The first KS22 truck arrived at the Port of Jacksonville, Florida on November 10, 1984.In 1985 ICTA imported 1,300 more KS22 trucks.

According to R.L. Polk & Company registration data, Isuzu became the best-selling low cab forward in the United States in 1986. R.L. Polk & Company statistics reported Isuzu-built trucks then dominated 30% of the U.S market in 1989.

1991–2000

[edit]

On February 9, 1991, the first American-built gas engine NPR was built in Janesville, Wisconsin.

2001–2010

[edit]

In April 2005, the 50,000th gas truck was built in Janesville. On April 17, 2007, Isuzu Commercial Truck of Canada, Inc. (ICTC) was incorporated.[2][3]

2011–present

[edit]

In 2011, Charlotte, Michigan began producing gas trucks.[4]

In 2012, the Isuzu Reach was named Medium-Duty Truck of the Year,[5] and in 2013, the Isuzu N-Series was named Medium-Duty Truck of the Year [6][7]

In 2014, Isuzu Commercial Truck of America, Inc. restored the very first KS22 truck sold for the 30th anniversary.[8]

References

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  1. ^ "ISUZU:Principal Overseas Subsidiaries, Affiliates and Offices". www.isuzu.co.jp.
  2. ^ "ISUZU:Isuzu Establishes Distributor in Canada". www.isuzu.co.jp.
  3. ^ "Isuzu Commercial Truck Celebrates 25 Years in the U.S. Market". www.worktruckonline.com.
  4. ^ "Isuzu to Produce Gasoline-Powered N-Series Trucks | Landscaping | Landscape Care & Ideas". www.totallandscapecare.com. Archived from the original on 2013-08-23.
  5. ^ Fletcher, Lauren. "Isuzu Reach Named 2012 Medium-Duty Truck of the Year". www.worktruckonline.com.
  6. ^ Fletcher, Lauren. "Isuzu N-Series Named 2013 Medium-Duty Truck of the Year". www.worktruckonline.com.
  7. ^ "News Headlines for Isuzu Trucks". www.isuzucv.com.
  8. ^ "Isuzu Celebrating 30th Anniversary in U.S. Market With Restored First Truck". www.truckinginfo.com.
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