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Eaton expands valvetrain portfolio for off-highway vehicles to help reduce CO2 and NOx

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MARCH 9, 2020

Power management company Eaton has expanded its portfolio of valvetrain solutions for diesel off-highway vehicles to help OEMs reduce emissions and improve fuel economy. Eaton’s new technology allows for cost-effective, variable valve actuation with hydraulic lash adjustment (HLA) function.

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Eaton developing suite of 48V technologies to help commercial vehicle manufacturers meet new global emission regulations

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AUGUST 11, 2021

These 48-volt systems can power new, advanced energy-consuming components and can help reduce emissions and improve fuel economy and performance. Eaton is developing 48-volt systems that include motor generators and inverters that generate 48-volt DC power for the vehicle. Eaton supercaps. —Ben Karrer.

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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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MARCH 11, 2013

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

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MARCH 28, 2014

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. More than 80 customers have taken delivery of trucks with the SmartAdvantage Powertrain or have orders pending.

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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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MARCH 3, 2013

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

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MARCH 10, 2014

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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Cummins announces fuel economy improvements for heavy-duty lineup

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MARCH 28, 2014

All ratings can be uniquely tailored with electronic features such as Load-Based Speed Control (LBSC), Gear-Down Protection (GDP) and Vehicle Acceleration Management (VAM) to maximize fuel economy and reduce overall operating costs. Earlier post.)

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Eaton Highlights Range of New Products to Reduce Fuel Consumption and Emissions

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SEPTEMBER 24, 2010

The all-new electronic limited slip differential, Ultra Posi is designed for front and rear-wheel drive vehicles, performs comparably to four-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive systems and provides up to a 10% savings in fuel economy, Eaton says. —Chris Ostrander, vice president and general manager - Eaton Torque Controls.

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NREL study finds 2nd-generation diesel hybrid delivery vans show significant gains in fuel economy over conventional vans

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SEPTEMBER 29, 2012

Laboratory and in-use fuel economy results Source: NREL. The NREL team collected and analyzed in-service fuel economy, maintenance, and other vehicle performance data on 11 hybrid (P100H) and 11 conventional diesel (P100D) step vans operated by the United Parcel Service (UPS) in Minneapolis. Click to enlarge.

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Eaton Supercharger Debuts in China on Three New Chery Engines

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APRIL 25, 2010

Eaton Corporation’ superchargers will make their debut in China on selected new engines on three vehicle models from Chery Automobile Co., This latest Eaton supercharger application will be the first on a Chinese-produced vehicle. Eaton supercharger. the country’s leading independent automaker: Chery 1.6S Tiggo, 1.3S

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XL acquires Quantum Fuel’s electrification division, appoints Kazarinoff as CEO

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OCTOBER 16, 2019

Second, XL has appointed Dimitri Kazarinoff, an accomplished transportation industry executive who led impressive growth at Eaton Corporation and AVL Powertrain Engineering, as its new CEO.

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Eaton to Support Project to Develop and Deploy Medium-Duty Plug-in Hybrid Systems; Stimulus Funding to Support Largest Commercial PHEV Demonstration to Date

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AUGUST 13, 2009

Eaton Corporation’s truck and electrical businesses will support a $45.4 Eaton will work with grant recipient South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) and other affiliates, including the Electrical Power Research Institute (EPRI), Altec Industries, Compact Power Inc., The funding is part of the recently announced $2.4

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CALSTART survey of major auto suppliers finds 70% don’t want US to change CAFE targets; split on amount of electrification needed

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SEPTEMBER 15, 2016

Major automotive suppliers see national fuel economy standards as important for long-term planning and investment and don’t want to see them altered by US policymakers, according to a first-of-its-kind industry survey commissioned by CALSTART and conducted by Ricardo Energy & Environment.

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Eaton says testing and use show its cylinder-deactivation technology can help commercial vehicle OEMs meet coming emissions regulations

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OCTOBER 25, 2019

Eaton says it has shown in regulatory test cycles and real-world use that its cylinder-deactivation (CDA) technology can play a key role in helping commercial vehicle manufacturers meet or exceed 2024 and 2027 US emissions regulations. The combination of Eaton CDA and improved aftertreatment met the expected NO x requirement for 2027.

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Update on the ACCESS fuel efficient engine project; simulations find up to 48.9% improvement in fuel economy over baseline

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MAY 8, 2013

Especially with increased production volume of renewable fuels and optimized powertrain solutions for flexible fuel vehicles, there is a chance for combustion engines to not only remain in the market but also be sustainable for future vehicle. The intake manifold was modified for high pressure EGR feed and port fuel injection (PFI).

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Cummins to launch new X10 engine in N America in 2026; next in the fuel-agnostic series

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FEBRUARY 15, 2023

The X10 will offer a range of ratings from 320hp to 450hp (torque 1000 - 1650 lb-ft / 1356 - 2237 N·m) and will play an important role serving customer needs. It will be compliant to the US EPA’s 2027 regulations while providing a step change in fuel economy improvement.

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Eaton launches new, more efficient TVS2 supercharger; targeting super-turbo systems

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SEPTEMBER 25, 2015

Eaton has announced its newest supercharger—TVS2—which improves vehicle manufacturers’ ability to deliver an optimal single boosted application, or to pair this device with other boosting technologies in order to deliver compound boosting solutions for improved engine performance—a combined supercharger-turbocharger system.

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US DOE awards more than $175M to 40 projects for advanced vehicle research and development

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AUGUST 10, 2011

The US Department of Energy will award more than $175 million over the next three to five years to accelerate the development and deployment of a range of advanced vehicle technologies. The funding will support 40 projects across 15 states and will help improve the fuel efficiency of next generation vehicles. Eaton Corporation.

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First drive: Volvo XC90 T8 Drive-E Twin Engine PHEV sets a high bar for full-size luxury SUV plug-ins in US

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MAY 17, 2015

Fuel consumption ( ECE ) 1 (L/100km). 1 Given that US EPA fuel economy figures for the vehicles are not yet available, we are using the ECE fuel consumption figures from Europe as a means to provide a comparison across vehicles, and are providing the estimated EPA figure where available. Estimated EPA MPGe. >59.

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DOE to award more than $55M to 31 projects for plug-in and efficient vehicle technologies; Delphi receives $10M to further GDCI

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AUGUST 14, 2014

Other projects focus on advancing lightweight materials research to help electric vehicles increase their range and reduce battery needs, and developing advanced climate control technologies that reduce energy used for passenger comfort and increase the drive range of plug-in electric vehicles. Eaton Corp. Eaton Corp.

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Eaton expands valvetrain portfolio for off-highway vehicles to help reduce CO2 and NOx

Eaton developing suite of 48V technologies to help commercial vehicle manufacturers meet new global emission regulations

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

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

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

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

Cummins announces fuel economy improvements for heavy-duty lineup

Eaton Highlights Range of New Products to Reduce Fuel Consumption and Emissions

NREL study finds 2nd-generation diesel hybrid delivery vans show significant gains in fuel economy over conventional vans

Eaton Supercharger Debuts in China on Three New Chery Engines

XL acquires Quantum Fuel’s electrification division, appoints Kazarinoff as CEO

Eaton to Support Project to Develop and Deploy Medium-Duty Plug-in Hybrid Systems; Stimulus Funding to Support Largest Commercial PHEV Demonstration to Date

CALSTART survey of major auto suppliers finds 70% don’t want US to change CAFE targets; split on amount of electrification needed

Eaton says testing and use show its cylinder-deactivation technology can help commercial vehicle OEMs meet coming emissions regulations

Update on the ACCESS fuel efficient engine project; simulations find up to 48.9% improvement in fuel economy over baseline

Cummins to launch new X10 engine in N America in 2026; next in the fuel-agnostic series

Eaton launches new, more efficient TVS2 supercharger; targeting super-turbo systems

US DOE awards more than $175M to 40 projects for advanced vehicle research and development

First drive: Volvo XC90 T8 Drive-E Twin Engine PHEV sets a high bar for full-size luxury SUV plug-ins in US

DOE to award more than $55M to 31 projects for plug-in and efficient vehicle technologies; Delphi receives $10M to further GDCI

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