Morgan Canada Corporation<\/a>, the largest manufacturer of light- and medium-duty freight and refrigerated van and truck bodies in North America, will provide an up-close look at its innovative proof-of-concept body, NEO, during NTEA Work Truck Week, March 7 – 10, 2023 in Indianapolis (Booth #909)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The NEO proof-of-concept body (POC), shown on Navistar\u2019s International\u00ae eMV Series chassis, represents the next step of Morgan\u2019s product evolution to achieve extended range, improved aerodynamics, and a lighter-weight dry-freight body. It comes on the heels of last year\u2019s first-phase concept body that introduced lighter-weight materials and situational awareness elements, many of which are now available.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cDuring development of the NEO POC body, we worked from the ground up by designing new structural profiles, refining materials and enhancing construction and mounting methods,\u201d says Corby Stover, Interim President & COO, VP Engineering, Morgan Canada Corporation. \u201cWe appreciated collaborating with Navistar to integrate their high-performance electric chassis on this exciting concept vehicle. Our goal is to improve our customer experience by gaining valuable feedback about NEO so we can incorporate the features customers want and need into our evolving designs.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n The 24-foot-long NEO POC body is built on a lightweight aluminum sub-frame, nearly 40% lighter than a standard sheet and post or FRP body. Improved aerodynamics, including an aerodynamic roof, coupled with lower weight, results in extended range. The NEO POC body includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cCollaborating with innovative partners like Morgan Canada Corporation aligns with our efforts to accelerate the impact of sustainable mobility,\u201d says Debbie Shust, Vice President, Medium Duty Business, Navistar. \u201cThe thoughtful integration of form and function in the NEO POC body is the right step toward improving the overall customer experience and considering the vehicle\u2019s entire ecosystem.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n Morgan Canada Corporation\u2019s commitment to driving innovation together with EAVX is being featured in the public broadcasting television segment, Viewpoint<\/a>, hosted by actor Dennis Quaid. Morgan\u2019s corporate video, with a focus on new technologies, innovation and electrification, is now available to watch<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Those who depend on trucks to move their business choose Morgan Canada Corporation. Morgan remains committed to its mission to design, build, sell, and support the most reliable truck bodies in the world, as the preferred global partner providing innovative middle-mile solutions connecting the world\u2019s supply chain. Founded in 1952 and headquartered in Morgantown, PA, Morgan Canada Corporation is the largest manufacturer of light- and medium-duty truck bodies in North America. Morgan employs over 2,400 team members in 14 manufacturing locations and 8 service centers across the United States and Canada. Morgan Canada Corporation is a subsidiary of JB Poindexter & Co, an owner-operated business enterprise providing best-in-class automotive and manufacturing goods and services. morgancanada.ca<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n Navistar, Inc. (\u201cNavistar\u201d) is a purpose-driven company, reimagining how to deliver what matters to create more cohesive relationships, build higher-performing teams and find solutions where others don\u2019t. Based in Lisle, Illinois, Navistar or its subsidiaries and affiliates produce International\u00ae brand commercial trucks and engines, IC Bus\u00ae brand school and commercial buses, all-makes OnCommand\u00ae Connection advanced connectivity services, and Fleetrite\u00ae, ReNEWed\u00ae and Diamond Advantage\u00ae brand aftermarket parts. With a history of innovation dating back to 1831, Navistar has more than 14,500 employees worldwide and is part of TRATON SE, a global champion of the truck and transport services industry. navistar.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Photos: <\/strong>Available for download at morgancanada.ca\/neo\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Suggested Photo Caption: <\/strong>The Morgan NEO proof-of-concept body is built on a lightweight aluminum sub-frame, nearly 40% lighter than a standard body, with improved aerodynamics and safety features, and ergonomic enhancements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n
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