Cummins Inc. expressed support for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) second phase of national fuel efficiency and greenhouse gas (GHG) emission regulations for medium- and heavy-duty commercial vehicles. The agencies released a joint proposal to set new standards well into the next decade for engines, on-highway tractors, vocational vehicles, trailers and heavy-duty pickup trucks and vans.
“Cummins welcomes the proposal with its goals to improve fuel efficiency and reduce GHG emissions, creating a win-win for both customers and the environment,” said Dave Crompton, vice president and president, Engine Business, Cummins Inc. “We are pleased that the new proposal builds upon the Phase 1 framework that aligns technological advances and industry success.”
Cummins has demonstrated its leadership in developing the technologies needed to meet tough emissions standards and improve fuel efficiency. The company was among the first to meet the EPA’s rigorous on-highway emission standards in 2002, 2007 and 2010. In 2013, the company was the first to certify an engine meeting the 2014 GHG and fuel efficiency standards.
“We are looking forward to reviewing the proposal and working with the agencies and other stakeholders to make sure both the customer and the environment benefit,” said Rich Freeland, oresident and chief operating officer of Cummins Inc. “Cummins has demonstrated through our past accomplishments and projects like SuperTruck that we have the technological capabilities and leadership necessary to achieve and surpass goals and expectations.”
The development of the proposed rule, which is expected to be finalized in early 2016, has been a collaborative process among agencies and stakeholders.