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Eaton launches new line of medium-duty 7-speed dual-clutch transmissions; up to 8-10% better fuel economy

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Eaton has introduced Procision, a new line of medium-duty dual-clutch transmissions, that delivers 8 to 10 percent better fuel economy than a similarly equipped vehicle with a torque converter automatic. These features can be disabled for even greater fuel economy if desired.

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Eaton and Cummins introduce powertrain package for North American heavy-duty trucks offering 3-6% better fuel economy

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Eaton and Cummins Inc. unveiled a new powertrain package for the North American heavy-duty truck market that is expected to deliver 3-6% fuel economy improvements, lower preventative maintenance costs, and total lifecycle cost improvements. liter diesel with variable geometry turbocharger and direct injection XPI fuel system.

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Cummins announces fuel economy improvements for heavy-duty lineup

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For the most fuel-conscious fleets, the ISX15 is available with ratings of 400 hp to 450 hp, which deliver peak torque at 1000 rpm. Since 2010, Cummins has made numerous improvements to the ISX15 to deliver up to 7% better fuel efficiency; customers moving from a pre-2010 engine could experience up to 10% improvement.

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Eaton launches SmartAdvantage Package with Volvo Trucks for VNL Series; 3-6% fuel economy improvement

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Eaton announced that Volvo Trucks will offer the Eaton SmartAdvantage Powertrain in all VNL Series models in order to maximize fuel efficiency in linehaul and regional haul applications. Extended protection plans are also available. The Advantage Series clutch is warranted for 3 years/350,000 miles (563,270 km).

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Eaton launches the Fuller Advantage Series of 10-speed heavy-duty transmissions for fuel economy improvements, cost savings

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Eaton has launched the Fuller Advantage Series of heavy-duty transmissions that feature reduced weight and increased efficiency resulting in fuel economy improvements, an improved shift feel, as well as features contributing to lower preventative maintenance costs. fuel economy improvement versus comparable transmissions.

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New Navistar International Prostar models offers up to 5% fuel economy improvement

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announced that its International ProStar linehaul and regional haul tractors are now available with the company’s 13-liter engine and Eaton Fuller Advantage Series Automated 10-speed transmission. The new ProStar offering delivers up to 5% in fuel economy improvement. Navistar, Inc.

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Eaton and Cummins Westport launch first automated transmission/natural gas engine package for N.A. Market; expanding SmartAdvantage diesel packages

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Eaton and Cummins Westport, a joint-venture company of Cummins Inc. Eaton and Cummins Westport, a joint-venture company of Cummins Inc. The powertrain will combine an Eaton UltraShift PLUS automated transmission with the Cummins Westport ISX12 G engine. ISXG12 G paired with UltraShift PLUS. Click to enlarge. Natural gas package.

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