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Peterbilt Launches Model 320 Hydraulic Hybrid, Full Lineup of Natural Gas Powered Vehicles

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Among its other product introductions at the Mid-America Trucking Show in Louisville, Kentucky, Peterbilt announced the limited production availability of the Model 320 Hybrid Class 8 refuse truck, equipped with Eaton’s Hydraulic Launch Assist ( HLA ) technology ( earlier post ). Click to enlarge. Model 320 Hybrid. Click to enlarge.

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LCSWMA launches $4.8M CNG project; 14 new trucks and filling station

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LCSWMA’s CNG project includes 14 new Peterbilt transfer trucks with Cummins-Westport ISX 12L CNG engines, costing around $2.2 Previously, LCSWMA used diesel-powered trucks that consumed an average of 140,000 gallons of diesel fuel annually. million compressed natural gas (CNG) project. million total.

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AMP Americas in deal with two national dairy cooperatives to build 7 CNG fueling stations, bring in more Class 8 CNG trucks

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AMP Americas signed a deal with Dairy Farmers of America (DFA) and Select Milk Producers, both national dairy cooperatives, to convert a portion of their diesel needs to CNG by working with haulers to convert their fleets to CNG-powered trucks. million miles per year, servicing routes throughout Texas.

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Chevron introduces new category of heavy-duty motor oil for severe duty applications; improved fuel economy

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Delo 400 SD SAE 15W-30 is an API CJ-4 heavy duty diesel engine oil formulated using a new Chevron patent pending technology to provide key benefits for engines with “severe duty” cycles in on- and off-highway applications. Additionally, it is recommended for use in select engines from Caterpillar, Daimler, Detroit Diesel and MAN.

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Kenworth and Peterbilt to add heavy-duty Cummins Westport ISX12 G to line of natural gas engines

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Kenworth Truck Company and Peterbilt Motor Company will expanding their alternative fuel line-up by offering the Cummins Westport ISX12 G heavy duty natural gas engine ( earlier post ) for use in regional haul, vocational and refuse markets. Peterbilt uses the ISL G and Westport GX engine. Next-generation Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks.

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Walmart showcases WAVE tractor-trailer at MATS; micro-turbine range extended electric vehicle with 45.5 kWh Li-ion pack

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Although the prototype currently runs on diesel, its turbine is fuel-neutral and can run on compressed or liquid natural gas, biofuels or other fuels. The prototype is the result of collaboration between Walmart and many vendors, including Peterbilt, Roush Engineering, Great Dane Trailers and Capstone Turbine. Click to enlarge.

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Has Nikola’s Founder’s Fraudulent Activity Changed the EV Conversation?

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Peterbilt and Navistar also have electric semis either planned or ready to be delivered. Commercial EV drivers shouldn’t aim for a 100% charge to avoid degrading the battery and requiring electrical maintenance. The Tesla Semi should reach 500 miles on one charge and cost half the amount of fueling a diesel truck.