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Cummins receives two awards from Chrysler Group

Cummins Inc. was recognized by Chrysler Group LLC as one of the 2013 Suppliers of the Year during the company’s 2014 Annual Strategy Meeting and Supplier Awards Ceremony on June 24 at the Palace of Auburn Hills in Auburn Hills, Mich. Of the 18 awards given to top suppliers for their extraordinary performance in 2013,

Cummins announces Steve Charlton’s retirement

Cummins Inc. announced that Steve Charlton, vice president and chief technical officer – engine business, plans to retire from Cummins effective July 1. The company also announced that Jennifer Rumsey has been named Vice President, Engineering for the Engine Business, succeeding Steve Charlton. “In his more than 20 years with the company, Steve has provided

Charting coolant filters choices

According to Jim Watson, engineering director, engine liquid filtration at Donaldson Co., “While heavy EGR coolant systems may have increased coolant thermal cycling and accelerated coolant additive depletion, coolant filter problems related to heat have been noted. Coolant conditions may need to be checked frequently to ensure proper coolant chemical balance is maintained. It’s estimated

Donaldson Blue Coolant
Cummins names Eaton top supplier

Cummins Inc. named Eaton a “Top Supplier” for its Technology Contribution on the SuperTruck program and SmartAdvantage integrated powertrain product. The award was presented to Eaton earlier this month at Cummins’ U.S. Supplier Conference in Indianapolis. Eaton was one of 17 suppliers to receive an award from the more than 5,000 companies that supply parts and

Cummins awards Eaton Top Supplier Award
Jeff Jones to retire from Cummins Inc.

Cummins Inc. announced that Jeff Jones, vice president of North American engine business and marketing communications, will retire from the company on June 30, 2014. “While we are excited for Jeff as he heads toward a well-deserved retirement, the company will miss his leadership,” said Rich Freeland, president – engine business, and vice president –

Cummins Jeff Jones
Eaton, Cummins Westport offer spark-ignited NG engine for North American market

Eaton and Cummins Westport, a joint-venture company of Cummins Inc. and Westport Innovations, announced an integrated powertrain package for the Cummins Westport ISX12 G natural gas engine that will provide customers with the first automated transmission to be paired with a spark-ignited natural gas engine in the North American market. The powertrain will combine an Eaton

Photos from the Work Truck Show floor

This week in Indianapolis, the Fleet Equipment staff took in the sights and sounds of the NTEA Work Truck Show. We’ve been posting the latest news as it was released at the show. Here we’ve collected a small sampling of the coolest equipment and booths on the show floor.              

Peterbilt Trucks
Cummins supports government efforts to develop next phase of emission, fuel-efficiency standards

Cummins Inc. announced its support for the development of a second phase of greenhouse gas (GHG) and fuel efficiency standards for medium- and heavy-duty commercial vehicles. “Cummins supports standards that deliver environmental benefits and help our customers in the form of increased fuel efficiency and cost savings,” said Rich Freeland, Cummins vice president and president