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Isuzu Commercial Truck of America, Inc., announced its line of 2015 and 2016 N-Series diesel models. The diesel-powered 2016 NPR-HD, NPR-XD, NQR and NRR meet stringent new EPA greenhouse gas emissions standards a full year before they go into effect. These models, as well as the 2015 NPR ECO-MAX, offer upgraded interiors, new exterior styling, and new optional driver's suspension seat and keyless entry. "This is our strongest — and cleanest — line of diesel trucks ever," said Shaun Skinner, executive vice president and general manager of Isuzu Commercial Truck of America. "This reflects our continued com - mitment to provide the best trucks for our customers in the low cab forward market." The 2015 NPR ECO-MAX and 2016 NPR-HD, NPR-XD, NQR and NRR benefit from all of the following enhancements as they enter their new model years: Onboard diagnostics (OBD) improved with a new particulate matter sensor. A new high-output 140-amp alternator generating 30 more amps than the equipment it replaces. Stylish new front grille, available in white (standard) and chrome (optional). Redesigned steering wheel. Comfortable and durable new fabric seats. An optional driver suspension seat that increases comfort as it reduces driver fatigue. An optional keyless entry system with two key fobs that lock and unlock driver and passenger doors. An optional lockable DEF fill cap that will help prevent tampering, possible contamination and/or theft of DEF fluid (diesel exhaust fluid). In addition to these improvements, the legendary Isuzu 4HK1-TC 5.2-liter turbocharged diesel engine powering the 2016 NPR-HD, NPR- XD, NQR and NRR has been enhanced to deliver improved fuel econ - omy and to meet tough new EPA standards restricting the emissions of greenhouse gases. 2016 NPR-XD The weight of the newest member of the Isuzu N-Series family, the 16,000-lb. GVWR NPR-XD, has been reduced, allowing an increased payload capacity across all wheelbases and in both standard cab and crew cab configurations. "In 2014, we celebrated the 30th anniversary of Isuzu trucks in the United States," Skinner said. "These improvements to our range of die - sel-powered trucks demonstrate clearly that we are not resting on our laurels. When it comes to power, performance, economy, driver comfort, low cost of operation and environmental friendliness, we intend to be the leading low cab forward truck for the next 30 years." Isuzu 2015 and 2016 diesel models Reading Truck Body introduces NPR ECO-MAX with Tool-Pro Body Reading Truck Body, LLC, a premier manufacturer of vocational truck bodies, introduced the Isuzu NPR ECO-MAX with Tool-Pro body. "The market is asking for durable solutions that maximize both driver productivity and fuel efficiency, all while offering the best return on investment," said Craig Bonham, vice president of business development at Reading Truck Body. "The Tool-Pro body paired with the Isuzu NPR ECO-MAX provides exactly that." Designed specifically for the Isuzu NPR ECO-MAX to maximize driver productivity for years to come, the Tool-Pro body from Reading Truck Body has plenty of room to store a wide variety of equipment. It comes with all the standard features of a Reading premium aluminum body including reinforced understructure, hidden hinge technology, rear access doors, Dual-Pro door seals, galvanized shelving, LED lighting and nitro - gen strut door, along with Reading's exclusive E-Coat primer and powder coat finish. Lightweight and cor- rosion resistant, the aluminum truck body delivers up to 50 percent weight savings over comparable steel bodies, yielding up to 10 percent in fuel savings. "All of us here at Isuzu Commercial Truck are ex - tremely excited to have this opportunity to work with Reading Truck Body to offer contractors and similar vocations a lightweight, durable, aluminum body to maximize the productivity at the job site," said Shaun Skinner, executive vice president and general manager of Isuzu Commercial Truck of America, Inc. "This body, in conjunction with the durable 4J Isuzu diesel engine, offers a B-10 rating of 310,000 miles, meaning that the NPR ECO-MAX will continue its time-proven per - formance for years to come." WORK TRUCKS www.arborage.com ARBOR AGE FALL 2015 27