Know your rights: How the Right to Repair ruling is impacting service providers
In September of 2015, the Commercial Vehicle Right to Repair Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) was signed. The ruling applies to trucks made in the U.S. and Canada, model years 2010 and newer, and gives aftermarket repair shops reasonable access to OEM service information and diagnostic tools. This proprietary information was made available as of Jan.
How over-the-air engine reprograming will change the way your fleet operates
In the same way that your smartphone’s apps update over your provider’s network, some 2017 model-year heavy-duty engines will sport that same over-the-air (OTA) update capability. International launched OTA updates via a Wi-Fi network last year and explained that OTA updates will migrate over to cellular networks. Last month, Detroit announced Connect Remote Updates, which
Cummins updates its ISX12 horsepower ratings
Cummins Inc. has announced the availability of two new 450-HP ISX12 ratings for linehaul and regional-haul truck markets: The 450 ,HP with 1,650 lb./ft. of peak torque and 450 HP with 1,450/1,650 lb./ft. of peak torque. The 450 HP engine with 1,650 lb./ft. of peak torque provides performance on the same level as 15-liter and 13-liter engines but at
Are they compatible? Diving into the new engine oil categories
Change is coming to the heavy-duty industry in a big way. In February, the Proposed Category 11 (PC-11) engine oils were approved and two new diesel engine oils were born: API CK-4 and API FA-4. This December, those two oils will replace the traditional CJ-4 oils and bring along a host of benefits. There is
Peterbilt, Cummins to work on SuperTruck II program
Peterbilt and Cummins will be embarking on a five-year program to develop technologies under the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) SuperTruck II program. The technologies will double freight efficiency to achieve Greenhouse Gas Emissions (GHG) requirements set forth for model years 2021, 2024 and 2027. “Peterbilt is proud to support the DOE’s SuperTruck II program in
Peterbilt to offer Cummins ISL-G Near Zero for Models 567, 520, 320
Peterbilt Motors Co. will now offer the Cummins Westport ISL-G Near-Zero NOx emissions natural gas engine for Models 567, 520 and 320. The ISL-G Near-Zero engine emissions are 90% lower than the current EPA NOx limit, according to the company, through the introduction of a unique three way catalyst in the after-treatment, advanced engine calibration and a
Six tips for maximizing heavy-duty truck fuel efficiency
Despite the relative reduction in the price of fuel over the past two years, fuel continues to be the No. 1 cost of operating a fleet. As such, fleet managers are continuously looking for new ways to reduce fuel consumption. Here are some practical tips that can help: 1. Actively coach driver behavior while they are
Cummins eyes the future with new X15 Big-Bore diesel engine line
With 2017 looming large, Cummins became the first heavy-duty diesel manufacturer to launch its next generation of big-bore engines at a press event at the Transportation Research Center’s test track and facilities outside of Columbus, Ohio. Cummins gave journalists a sneak-peek at its X15 engines late last year, with the company’s director of on-highway communications,
Reman engines: powering cost efficiency + quality
When making a major purchase, in almost every instance, there is the option for a used, refurbished or remanufactured version. It can be a great option for those looking for a more cost-focused solution. Of course, trucks are the lifeblood of any successful fleet—it’s an investment and a livelihood, and a fleet manager needs to be
The sophisticated evolution of truck engines continues to amaze
Over the last couple of decades, commercial truck engines have undergone significant changes to adapt to the demands of fleets and of government mandates. Engine manufacturers worked to reach EPA 2016 and Greenhouse Gas (GHG) 2017 requirements, which included onboard diagnostics requirements with enhanced monitors to ensure that exhaust tailpipe emissions stay within EPA limits.
Cummins, WABCO enter into long-term air compressors agreement
WABCO Holdings Inc. has announced that it has entered into a new long-term agreement with Cummins Inc. to manufacture and supply high-performance air-compressor technology globally. WABCO now becomes the exclusive supplier to Cummins in North America for air compressors applied in trucks, buses and industrial equipment. The new agreement also significantly expands the volume and variety of
Cummins Connected Diagnostics is now available with DriverTech DT4000
DriverTech and Cummins Inc. have announced that the Cummins Connected Diagnostics application is now available to customers using the DT4000 on-board computing system from DriverTech. Connected Diagnostics enhances the DriverTech capability for customers with Cummins power by leveraging data from the DT4000 system to deliver immediate notification of urgent engine system faults to fleet customers, and provides actionable