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International ProStars hit the track
Tickford Racing has scored themselves a pair of International ProStars to haul their B-double race transporters to races around the countryThe partnership will see the ProStars, one a sleeper cab and the second an extended cab, hauling the team’s race cars piloted by popular drivers Mark Winterbottom, Cam Waters, Chaz Mostert and Richie Stanaway.
Both of the trucks feature Cummins X15 engines producing 550hp (410kW) and 1850 lb/ft (2508Nm) of torque and are coupled to Eaton’s sophisticated UltraShift Plus 18-speed automated manual transmission.
One of the trucks also features the ADEPT package – this system is an option with the UltraShift Plus and uses load, speed and grade sensing software, making minor adjustments to speed, power and gear selection to take advantage of vehicle momentum for better fuel economy.
The ADEPT package also includes SmartTorque2 and SmartCoast technology.
On the inside, the trucks offer high levels of standard finishes including ergonomically designed 10-gauge instrument cluster with chrome bezels, leather driver and passenger air suspension seat and 6.1-inch touch screen multimedia system with satellite navigation.
When stopped, a generous standing roof height of 1922mm (sleeper cab variant) allows for comfortable movement between the driver and passenger side of the cabin and into the sleeper area.
Tickford Racing co-owner, Rod Nash, said the team was excited to partner with International.
“There is a freshness about International that’s very appealing, and they have been very keen to work with us. We are very much looking forward to having their ProStar vehicles leading us from race to race this season and beyond,” Mr Nash said.
Iveco Australia Marketing Manager, Darren Swenson, said he was also thrilled about the new partnership.
“Our partnership with Tickford Racing will go a long way to rekindling Australia’s interest and passion in International trucks and in particular the new ProStar range. And as they’ll be transporting cars driven by Frosty, Cam, Chaz and Richie, I’m sure we’ll also be attracting a younger generation of followers.”
Both International ProStars will be seen at the Adelaide 500 from March 1, the first round of this year’s Supercars Championship.
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