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Eaton introduces InfiniTrac electronic limited slip differential

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AUGUST 9, 2020

Power management company Eaton has introduced InfiniTrac , an electronically controlled, hydraulically actuated, variable-bias limited-slip differential that delivers optimized vehicle performance at any speed and traction condition. InfiniTrac uses standard gear oil and is virtually maintenance-free.

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Eaton Cummins JV unveils 12-speed automated transmission

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SEPTEMBER 25, 2017

Eaton Cummins Automated Transmission Technologies has introduced the new Endurant 12-speed automated transmission—the lightest, most efficient 1,850 lb-ft (2,508 N·m) capable heavy-duty transmission. —Gerard DeVito, vice president, Technology, Eaton Vehicle Group. Earlier post.) Earlier post.)

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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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SEPTEMBER 7, 2014

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. The all-new Eaton Procision is the first dual-clutch transmission for class 6-7 in North America. Click to enlarge.

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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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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. The result is less preventative maintenance is required while engine fans cycle less, further reducing horsepower demand.

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Mack Pinnacle natural gas trucks now offered with Eaton UltraShift Plus and Wingman collision mitigation

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MARCH 10, 2015

Mack Trucks now offers natural gas-powered versions of its Mack Pinnacle models with the Eaton UltraShift PLUS transmission and Bendix Wingman Advanced collision mitigation technology. Mack Trucks now offers its Mack Pinnacle with the Eaton UltraShift PLUS transmission and Bendix Wingman Advanced collision mitigation technology.

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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. The ISX15 is an in-line, 6-cylinder, 14.9-liter

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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.

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DOE awarding $4.4M to advance hydropower manufacturing for “low-head” sites

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DECEMBER 2, 2014

Eaton Corporation will develop a turbine and generator system that uses lightweight advanced materials and advanced manufacturing techniques such as laser-assisted welding, surface treatments, and processing. The Eaton Corporation will design, fabricate, and test its turbine at 1/10 th scale.

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Manufacturer Eaton Pennsylvania Corporation

City of Ann Arbor Receives Four Hydraulic Hybrid Recycling Trucks; 30% Reduction in Fuel Consumption and Emissions

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JULY 28, 2010

Eaton Corporation and the City of Ann Arbor announced the first deployment in Michigan of recycling trucks that utilize Eaton’s Hydraulic Launch Assist (HLA) hybrid power system. The Eaton HLA system in the truck. Eaton’s Hybrid Launch Assist technology has been tested on refuse vehicles in Fort Worth and Denver.

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NREL Study Finds UPS First-Generation Hybrid Vans Deliver Almost 29% Greater Fuel Economy

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DECEMBER 23, 2009

Funded by the DOE’s Advanced Vehicle Testing Activity (AVTA), NREL’s Fleet Test & Evaluation (FT&E) team performed a 12-month evaluation of six MY 2007 P70D hybrid vans and six MY 2006 P70D standard diesel vans at a UPS location in Phoenix, collecting and analyzing fuel economy, maintenance and other vehicle performance data.

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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

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. The differences in per-mile maintenance and operating costs were not statistically significant.

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Lightning Systems introduces new Class 6 electric powertrain; first 50 ordered by Zeem for Chevrolet 6500XD

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AUGUST 23, 2018

The new Lightning Electric LEV100 model will offer peak motor power of 295 horsepower with a 2-speed Eaton automatic transmission, providing 1821 lb-ft (2,469 N·m) in first gear and a 65-mph governed top speed. Service and maintenance will be performed by trained local service centers and nationwide service partners.

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NREL study finds Class 8 hybrid trucks delivered 13.7% higher fuel economy than conventional diesels in comparable usage

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SEPTEMBER 12, 2012

Eaton hybrid system schematic. The hybrid tractors featured the Eaton parallel hybrid propulsion systems with 44 kW peak, 26 kW continuous electric motors working with a Fuller medium-duty automated manual 6-speed transmission. Click to enlarge. A random dispatch system ensured the vehicles are used in a similar manner.

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

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MARCH 26, 2010

Components of the Eaton heavy-duty hydraulic launch assist (HLA) system. The Eaton HLA system in the truck. This system reduces maintenance costs through regenerative braking and less wear and tear on the engine and transmission. Click to enlarge. Model 320 Hybrid. Click to enlarge.

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Mitsubishi to debut eight xEVs in next five years: hybrids, plug-in hybrids, EVs

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JANUARY 20, 2011

During a luncheon presentation for the Municipal Equipment Maintenance Association of Southern California yesterday, Mitsubishi Motors North America representative John Nakamoto confirmed that nationwide sales of the company’s first US-spec EV would commence a year after November’s rollout in select markets.

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Electric Vehicle Charging Stations Sprout at Plug-in 2010

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JULY 28, 2010

Eaton’s quick charger. Eaton Corporation displayed its electric vehicle (EV) charging stations and Eaton-branded Mitsubishi Innovative Electric Vehicle (iMiEV) car. Eaton is introducing a full family of products for each of the three product market segments: Level 1 (120Vac), Level 2 (240Vac) and DC Quick Charge (480V).

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UPS Sets New Automotive Goal to Improve Package Delivery Fleet Fuel Economy a Total of 20% from 2000 to 2020

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JULY 26, 2010

Fuel efficiency levels were improved through improved vehicle technology, effective vehicle maintenance procedures, fuel conservation efforts, sophisticated routing technology and operational initiatives such as minimizing engine idling. The hybrid drive system, developed by Eaton Corp. In 2009, UPS drivers logged 77.3 million gallons.

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What is Home energy management system, why it is needed

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DECEMBER 30, 2023

Here are some key features and benefits of smart appliances: Connectivity , Remote Control , Energy Efficiency , Automation and Scheduling , Voice Control , Data Analytics , Smart Refrigerators , Smart Ovens and Cooking Appliances , Smart Washers and Dryers , Smart Dishwashers , Security and Maintenance Alerts , Integration with Smart Home Systems.

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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 engine can be paired with a variety of transmissions depending on the application including the Eaton Cummins Endurant to enable additional drivability benefits and efficiency gains. Its extended maintenance intervals can help reduce visits to the shop.

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Hydraulic Hybrid Systems and EMI Partner to Target Fleet Retrofit Market; First Retrofit Underway

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SEPTEMBER 12, 2009

earlier post ), is partnering with Equipment Maintenance Innovators (EMI-Global) to distribute HHS hydraulic hybrid retrofit systems for light- and medium-duty commercial fleet vehicles. HHS upfit system. Click to enlarge. Hydraulic Hybrid Systems , LLC (HHS), a recently-formed subsidiary of Lightning Hybrids Inc.

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Fleet Hybrid Market Denver

ARPA-E selects 13 projects for $30M in awards to advance natural gas vehicle technologies

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JULY 12, 2012

Eaton Corporation will develop an at-home natural gas. Eaton will engineer a heat-transfer. be virtually maintenance-free. Drivers will be able to connect their vehicle to any natural gas. line for fast, convenient refueling. Corporation. Liquid-Piston Isothermal Home Natural Gas Compressor. and improves efficiency.

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Eaton introduces InfiniTrac electronic limited slip differential

Eaton Cummins JV unveils 12-speed automated transmission

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

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

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

Mack Pinnacle natural gas trucks now offered with Eaton UltraShift Plus and Wingman collision mitigation

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

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

DOE awarding $4.4M to advance hydropower manufacturing for “low-head” sites

City of Ann Arbor Receives Four Hydraulic Hybrid Recycling Trucks; 30% Reduction in Fuel Consumption and Emissions

NREL Study Finds UPS First-Generation Hybrid Vans Deliver Almost 29% Greater Fuel Economy

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

Lightning Systems introduces new Class 6 electric powertrain; first 50 ordered by Zeem for Chevrolet 6500XD

NREL study finds Class 8 hybrid trucks delivered 13.7% higher fuel economy than conventional diesels in comparable usage

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

Mitsubishi to debut eight xEVs in next five years: hybrids, plug-in hybrids, EVs

Electric Vehicle Charging Stations Sprout at Plug-in 2010

UPS Sets New Automotive Goal to Improve Package Delivery Fleet Fuel Economy a Total of 20% from 2000 to 2020

What is Home energy management system, why it is needed

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

Hydraulic Hybrid Systems and EMI Partner to Target Fleet Retrofit Market; First Retrofit Underway

ARPA-E selects 13 projects for $30M in awards to advance natural gas vehicle technologies

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