
NORFOLK, Va. — The Army is considering integrating anti-idle technology as part of its next Joint Light Tactical Vehicle (JLTV) production contract, which a lead program official told Defense Daily could serve as a key step toward reduced fuel consumption and potential vehicle electrification. Michael Sprang, project manager for the JLTV Joint Program Office, noted the current solicitation out for the JLTV follow-on competition allows industry to bid a solution with anti-idle capability, otherwise the Army will pursue a government-developed…