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Cummins Westport introducing new ISB6.7 G mid-range natural gas engine

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G is currently in field trials with full production expected to commence in mid-2016. diesel engine platform, the industry leader in the Cummins medium-duty engine family. No diesel particulate filter or selective catalytic reduction aftertreatment will be required. will unveil the ISB6.7 Earlier post.) The new ISB6.7

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USDA to invest up to $100M to boost infrastructure for renewable fuel use; seeks to double number of higher blend ethanol fuel pumps

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Secretary Vilsack has recognized the bio-based economy as one of the four pillars of rural economic growth, in addition to production agriculture, local and regional food systems, and conservation and natural resources. The announcement is USDA’s latest effort to increase renewable fuel use in the United States.

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Hyperloop: An Engineering Marvel or An Elite Day Dream

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The company claims it will be able to accomplish this by excavating smaller tunnels, developing faster and more efficient digging machinery, and replacing diesel-powered machines with electric ones. TransPod reported the closure of the first $15 million round of funding from Angelo Investments in November 2016. Conclusion.

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