Customer Spotlight: From Freightliner to International; A Small Business Win
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We love hearing success stories from the road—and this one comes from ATC’s own Chelley Davee, whose husband recently made a game-changing upgrade for their small trucking business.
After years of driving a Freightliner, he decided it was time for something better. He purchased an International® LT from our Used Truck Center in Louisiana—and the results have been nothing short of impressive. Fuel Efficiency That Delivers – “My Freightliner was getting around 6.0 to 6.2 MPG. This International LT gets over 8.0 MPG, no matter the load or pull,” he shared. That kind of jump in fuel efficiency has a huge impact for owner-operators looking to lower costs and boost profitability.
Comfort Where It Counts – “The sleeper arrangement in the LT is far better—more space, smarter layout, and just
more comfortable overall than my Freightliner.”
For drivers logging long miles, those comfort upgrades matter. And it doesn’t stop there. Technology Drivers Appreciate – “The auto shift transmission and the Electronic Power Unit (EPU) have really improved the driving experience”
“Our driver is loving it,” Chelley noted. “Between the ride, the setup, and the performance, this International LT was the right move for our business.”
We’re proud to hear stories like these from customers who’ve experienced the International difference firsthand. It’s not just about a new truck—it’s about how the engineering, innovation, and dedication at the ATC helped create a product that truly supports small businesses and makes life on the road better.
Customer Spotlight Follow-Up: Success Worth Repeating – Michael Bates
Great news from one of our recent success stories that was highlighted in the August R&D newsletter! After trading in a Freightliner for an International® LT from the Used Truck Center in Louisiana, small business owner—and husband of ATC team member Chelley Davee—has now added a second International LT to his fleet.
When asked why, he put it simply: “The first truck ran so smooth and saved so much in fuel, I had to get a second International.”
This kind of customer feedback is a powerful reminder of how the work we do at International makes a real difference. Every improvement in efficiency, comfort, and performance helps support small businesses and keeps drivers choosing International again and again.
