Army’s JLTV and ISV could soon be equipped with armor busting missile

Army’s JLTV and ISV could soon be equipped with armor busting missile
Army’s JLTV and ISV could soon be equipped with armor busting missile

The service is looking for a “readily available” weapon for its smaller, lighter vehicles, that can hit targets at least 25 kilometers away.

GAO denies Oshkosh’s protest over $9.7 billion JLTV contract

GAO denies Oshkosh’s protest over $9.7 billion JLTV contract
GAO denies Oshkosh’s protest over $9.7 billion JLTV contract

After AM General won a new contract over incumbent Oshkosh Defense in February, Oshkosh filed a protest, saying it had “significant concerns” about the award process.

Oshkosh Defense formally protests Army’s $8.7B JLTV contract

Oshkosh Defense formally protests Army’s $8.7B JLTV contract
Oshkosh Defense formally protests Army’s $8.7B JLTV contract

The Government Accountability Office will weigh in on the Army’s multi-billion decision by mid-June.

After upset win, AM General moves ahead with JLTV A2 production facility

After upset win, AM General moves ahead with JLTV A2 production facility
After upset win, AM General moves ahead with JLTV A2 production facility

Meanwhile, the Army awaits word on whether Oshkosh Defense will protest multi-billion-dollar deal, potentially delaying the JLTV timeline.

Army says it’s saving money with JLTV recompete, expects new test vehicles within 18 months

Army says it’s saving money with JLTV recompete, expects new test vehicles within 18 months
Army says it’s saving money with JLTV recompete, expects new test vehicles within 18 months

“The Army succeeded in obtaining a lower cost than the independent government cost estimate through the recompete,” said Michael Sprang, the service’s JLTV project manager.

AM General wins Army’s JLTV recompete, deal valued up to $8.6 billion

AM General wins Army’s JLTV recompete, deal valued up to $8.6 billion
AM General wins Army’s JLTV recompete, deal valued up to $8.6 billion

A recent Congressional Research Service report told lawmakers they need to scrutinize the contract’s details to determine if the Army will save money with the new deal.

Army planning hybrid tactical vehicle tests next year

Army planning hybrid tactical vehicle tests next year
Army planning hybrid tactical vehicle tests next year

After testing hybrid Bradley Fighting Vehicles, the Army will test hybrid Humvees and JLTVs.

Army ground vehicle lab researches different batteries in quest for electrified fleet

Army ground vehicle lab researches different batteries in quest for electrified fleet
Army ground vehicle lab researches different batteries in quest for electrified fleet

Battery research programs at the Army’s Ground Vehicle System Center will help the Army’s transition to hybrid and electric vehicles allowing quieter, longer duration operations.

SOCOM receives first Spike NLOS system integrated on a JLTV

SOCOM receives first Spike NLOS system integrated on a JLTV
SOCOM receives first Spike NLOS system integrated on a JLTV

The launch platform can be integrated onto vehicles smaller than JLTVs, Lockheed officials said, but didn’t get into details.

Army fires starting gun on $7.3 billion JLTV competition

Army fires starting gun on $7.3 billion JLTV competition
Army fires starting gun on $7.3 billion JLTV competition

Current maker of the infantry vehicle, Oshkosh Defense, must face competitors to be Army/Marine supplier.

For the Army, looming budgets and multi-domain everything: 2022 Preview

For the Army, looming budgets and multi-domain everything: 2022 Preview
For the Army, looming budgets and multi-domain everything: 2022 Preview

Here’s the key Army storylines we’ll be tracking at Breaking Defense next year.

Oshkosh Defense to build another 1,600 JLTVs for the Army

Oshkosh Defense to build another 1,600 JLTVs for the Army
Oshkosh Defense to build another 1,600 JLTVs for the Army

The award comes ahead of the Army’s $6.5 billion recompete of the contract next year.

Oshkosh Expects Lower Defense Revenue As JLTV Buying Slows

Oshkosh Expects Lower Defense Revenue As JLTV Buying Slows
Oshkosh Expects Lower Defense Revenue As JLTV Buying Slows

Company executives said that JLTV program is a good “base” for Oshkosh to win “adjacent” vehicle contracts.

GM’s Massive Electric Vehicle Investments Could Pay Off For Defense

GM’s Massive Electric Vehicle Investments Could Pay Off For Defense
GM’s Massive Electric Vehicle Investments Could Pay Off For Defense

The parent company has pledged to invest $35 billion through 2025 for investments in electric and autonomous vehicles.