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The future of manual transmissions

Automated manual transmissions (AMTs) are becoming a bigger part of the trucking market than ever, and the growth of AMTs is showing no sign of slowing down. Yet, it should be no surprise that AMTs are catching on given the importance of spec’ing for consistent fuel efficiency, plus the driver retention benefits. It also improves

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Matchmaking and downspeeding

Choosing an engine, transmission and axles that are specifically matched to work together for optimum performance is a fast emerging trend. When I say “optimum performance,” I mean maximum fuel efficiency with the right horsepower engines, coupled with an automated manual transmission that shifts at exactly the right RPM, and an axle with the best

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Cummins and Eaton: United by efficiency

In the spring of 2013, Cummins and Eaton took their business partnership to the next level by launching their SmartAdvantage Powertrain package that, today, offers the Cummins ISX15 and ISX12 paired with the Eaton Fuller Advantage 10-Speed automated transmission, touting a 3 to 6% increase in fuel economy. It’s paying off for fleet customers that are

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Cummins highlights Connected Diagnostics

Cummins provided more insight into its support capabilities with the development of Connected Diagnostics, a new application being designed to work seamlessly with leading telematics systems. Cummins Connected Diagnostics will provide customers with expert recommendations for the best action to take when a driver is alerted to an engine system fault. Check out the video above

Gearing up for Phase 2 GHG, fuel economy standards

In mid-June, a regulatory proposal for tighter greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and fuel economy standards for heavy- and medium-duty trucks was announced by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The long-anticipated vehicle and engine standards cover all types of trucks, including large pickups, vans and buses, for

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Cummins supports national rulemaking to improve fuel efficiency, reduce GHG

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,

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Cummins kicks off Redefining Tour

Cummins Inc. launched its 2015 Redefining Tour, a coast-to-coast mobile tour showcasing both current and future technologies, on Saturday June 13. The Redefining Tour will visit 34 cities across the United States and Canada between June 13 and Oct. 6, providing customers an up-close and personal opportunity to view Cummins products and technology solutions. The

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Cummins releases QuickServe Online Android app

Cummins Inc. released an Android version of its free QuickServe Online (QSOL) mobile app. The QSOL mobile app provides on-the-go access to Cummins part options, parts catalogs and engine dataplate information for 15 million Cummins Engine Serial Numbers (ESNs). It also includes a fault code analyzer for Cummins electronic engines, providing specific fault code details

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Cummins debuts EcoFit emission solutions

Cummins Emission Solutions, a subsidiary of Cummins Inc., introduced the first of its next generation of ultra-high efficiency aftertreatment systems, the EcoFit Single Module, at MATS. The EcoFit Single Module is designed to be up to 60% smaller and 40% lighter compared to the EPA 2013 solution it supersedes, all while improving emissions reduction performance,

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Cummins releases QuickServe Online iOS mobile app

Cummins Inc. released a free QuickServe Online (QSOL) mobile app for Apple iOS devices. The QSOL mobile app provides on- the-go access to Cummins part options, parts catalogs and engine dataplate information for 15 million Cummins engine serial numbers (ESNs). It also includes a fault code analyzer for Cummins electronic engines, providing specific fault code details

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Cummins recognized by Frost & Sullivan

Cummins Inc. was recognized with the 2014 U.S. Overall Best Heavy-Duty Truck Engines Product Leadership Award from Frost & Sullivan at its North American Growth, Innovation & Leadership Gala, held in San Jose, Calif., on Sept. 16. The award was based on Frost & Sullivan’s 2014 independent research survey of U.S. heavy-duty fleet, safety and

Cummins Ethos 2.8L engine demonstrates emissions reduction

Cummins Inc. announced the development of an engine and powertrain that, according to Cummins, reduce carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions by as much as 80% compared with a baseline gasoline-powered medium-duty truck. The work was jointly funded by Cummins in partnership with the California Energy Commission (CEC). “The Cummins ETHOS engine, developed through a research partnership

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