From Iron to Asphalt: The Rise, Fall, and Enduring Legacy of International Harvester In the annals of American industrial might, few names conjure images as rugged and dependable as International Harvester. Long before the term “SUV” was coined, and decades before the pickup truck became a symbol of suburban life, International Harvester (IH) was the…
In the pantheon of American automotive history, there are vehicles that defined an era through sheer popularity, and then there are those that defined it through vision and capability. The International Harvester Travelall belongs firmly in the latter category. Long before the term “SUV” (Sport Utility Vehicle) was coined, the Travelall was pioneering the concept…
In the pantheon of American trucks, few names evoke the image of rugged, unyielding capability quite like the International Loadstar. For over three decades, it was the ubiquitous workhorse of the nation’s infrastructure, a no-frills, go-anywhere vehicle that could be found on construction sites, in agricultural fields, navigating suburban cul-de-sacs as a refuse hauler, and…
In the world of heavy-duty trucks, certain names evoke a sense of ruggedness and unwavering capability. For decades, the International Paystar has been one such name. A direct successor to the legendary “Loadstar,” the Paystar was not just a single truck but a versatile platform that became a fixture in construction, logging, utility, and municipal…
The International Harvester Scout is an iconic vehicle that holds a special place in American automotive history. Launched in 1960, the Scout was one of the first mass-produced SUVs, pioneering a segment that has grown tremendously in popularity. Its design and utility made it a favorite among outdoor enthusiasts and families, and its various iterations…