When it comes to trucks and engines, knowledge is power
It always pays to know more. That may seem pretty obvious, and really, it is; but it’s also hard to argue with. After all, who wants to go around knowing less? That goes double when running a fleet: ignore relevant information, and you’ll soon find yourself lapped by more knowledgeable competition. With all the ways
Cummins releases Connected Diagnostics mobile app
Cummins has announced the release of its Connected Diagnostics mobile app, which delivers the information from Connected Diagnostics to a customer’s mobile phone. The mobile app operates with both Apple and Android operating systems, and is available to registered commercial users of Connected Diagnostics. The Connected Diagnostics mobile app complements Cummins popular fault monitoring application by
Cummins expands ISX15 ratings options
Cummins Inc. has released three new ISX15 ratings: 475-, 450- and 400-HP ratings with 1850 lb.-ft. of torque, which the company says will provide an optimal blend of performance and fuel efficiency for high-load applications or fleets that frequently encounter mountainous terrains and require strong pulling power. Customers that typically operate in high-load conditions (gross combined
International DuraStar, WorkStar now available with the Cummins ISL9 engine
International Truck has announced that the International DuraStar and WorkStar models are now available with the Cummins ISL9 engine. “Cummins and International have worked closely together to engineer the ISL9 in the DuraStar and WorkStar, offering a unique value package combination of performance and reliability,” said Bill Kozek, Navistar’s president of truck and parts. The International DuraStar is also
Eaton, Cummins add new electronics, higher torque options for SmartAdvantage offering
Eaton Corp. and Cummins Inc. announced new features to their growing lineup of integrated powertrain offerings that will provide additional downspeeding options. Available in April will be a new 1,850 lb.-ft. torque rating for the Cummins ISX15 400- to 475-HP diesel engine, which can be specified with an Eaton Fuller Advantage C-Ratio 10-speed transmission, an Eaton
Cummins unveils 2017 lineup of midrange engines
Cummins Inc. introduced the 2017 B6.7 and L9 engines at the NTEA Work Truck Show. The B6.7 offers a 200 to 325 HP and 520 to 750 lb.-ft. ratings range. New for 2017 is an increase in fuel economy for the entire range of B6.7 ratings. Optimized for stop-and-go duty cycles, the B6.7 efficiency ratings—200
Proper power: Medium-duty engines designed for medium-duty trucks
The medium-duty engine market continues to evolve and expand. By the end of this year, new Detroit DD5 and DD8 engines will be offered as part of the Daimler Truck North America (DTNA) product lineup. The Detroit DD5 medium-duty engine will be offered first, initially on 2016 Freightliner M2 models. Those engines will be built at first in
Cummins Connected Diagnostics app now available on Geotab devices
Cummins Connected Diagnostics application is now available to customers using Geotab’s fleet management solution, the two companies announced. Connected Diagnostics leverages data from Geotab’s latest GO devices to provide immediate notification of urgent engine system faults, and provides actionable information and Cummins recommendations in a notification report. The GPS-enabled GO7 is a plug-and-play device with internal
Cummins adds ash cleaning interval, protection plan for ISX15 engine
Cummins Inc. has announced two enhancements for the ISX15 engine: an extended diesel particulate filter (DPF) ash cleaning interval and the Encore Xtra protection plan. According to Cummins, these will increase customers’ equipment residual value and reduce the total cost of ownership (TCO). “Cummins is dedicated to customer-focused innovation in everything we do,” said Amy
Cummins engines receive EPA certification
Cummins Inc. has announced that it received certification for its complete lineup of on-highway diesel and natural gas engines from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), meeting both the current EPA regulations and the second step in greenhouse gas (GHG) and fuel-efficiency standards which take effect in Jan. 2017. “Cummins is committed to providing customer-focused innovation
The added value of remanufactured engines, transmissions and axles
For fleets that are extending trade cycles, and those interested in gaining the highest possible resale value for vehicles being taken out of service, remanufactured components can be cost effective. Recently, with new truck deliveries reaching record levels, the rising number of trades has meant more used trucks on the market, making vehicles with remanufactured
Watch: Eaton’s new low-speed and heavy-duty offerings
At a recent event, Eaton highlighted the new features of its vocational UltraShift Plus transmissions, which aim to be able to satisfy the needs of each individual fleet. Eaton and Cummins also announced newly expanded options for the SmartAdvantage powertrain. Watch the video above to take a look at Eaton’s new offerings and all the new
