The truck's role in American society changed dramatically from the 1960s through the 1980s, with the rise of off-roaders, the van craze of the 1970s and minivan revolution of the 1980s, the popularization of the SUV as family car and the diversification of the pickup truck into multiple forms and sizes. This comprehensive reference book follows the form of the author's popular volumes on American cars. For each year, it provides an industry overview and, for each manufacturer, an update on new models and other news, followed by a wealth of data: available powertrains, popular options, paint colors and more. Finally, each truck is detailed fully with specifications and measurements, prices, production figures, standard equipment and more.

Considers the effects of the automobile industry's planning and regulating activities on competition. Includes "Automobile Industry: A Case Study of Competition" by General Motors Corp. (p. 617-728).

"Pat Foster's International Harvester Trucks is a complete illustrated history of one of the most recognizable commercial truck brands in the US"--

Design, production, and service histories of our most popular subjects combined with top-notch color photograph.