Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 15, 2021

Schneider Electric reinforced its partnership with PACCAR, which is receiving a $33-million matching grant from the US Department of Energy (DOE) to continue the development of its Class 8 Kenworth and Peterbilt battery electric and fuel cell vehicles, along with its vehicle charging stations, for the SuperTruck 3 project.

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Kenworth Peterbilt Grant Electric 345

Green Car Congress

MARCH 20, 2013

Peterbilt Motors Company announced the availability of the new 2013 Cummins Westport ISX12 G natural gas engine. Peterbilt has been manufacturing trucks featuring liquefied natural gas (LNG) and compressed natural gas (CNG) fuel systems solutions for heavy-duty over-the-road, regional and vocational applications since 1996.

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Peterbilt 2013 Gas Engine 225

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 9, 2015

Mainstay Fuel Technologies, Inc. and Virginia Transportation Corporation announced the completion and delivery of 30 custom fuel systems for use in Virginia Transportation’s new fleet of CNG-powered car haulers. in Alabama. Cottrell completed the truck by adding the carrier body to the chassis.

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Virginia Peterbilt Honda Transportation 150

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 9, 2012

a portfolio company of Lone Star Investment Advisors, is building a fleet of 60 Peterbilt Model 388 LNG (liquefied natural gas) trucks. The Peterbilt Model 388 tractors are equipped with a Westport HD 15-liter natural gas engine and fuel system. Clean Energy will provide the LNG fuel for the vehicles. Click to enlarge.

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Peterbilt Los Angeles Green Fleet 199

Green Car Congress

APRIL 16, 2021

The follow-up SuperTruck 2 in 2016 sought to double fuel efficiency for Class 8 trucks ( earlier post ). Within seven years, four of them—Volvo, Daimler, Cummins/Peterbilt, and Navistar—had exceeded the first SuperTruck goal. Low Greenhouse Gas Vehicle Technologies Funding Opportunity. VTO is also offering up to $62.75

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Vehicles Peterbilt Gas-Electric Hydrogen 186

Green Car Congress

MARCH 26, 2010

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. Natural gas.

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Peterbilt Gas Hybrid Power 230

Green Car Congress

APRIL 20, 2022

Achates Power previously announced the opposed-piston has entered fleet service with WALMART Corporation in a Peterbilt 579 tractor. 3-cylinder (6 pistons) engine was extensively tested, and the ultra-low emissions and improved fuel efficiency were measured and confirmed at the Aramco Research Center-Detroit. Earlier post.).

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EPA Emissions Peterbilt Diesel 170

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 15, 2016

The Peloton project, led by Purdue University ( earlier post ) will apply next-generation truck platooning technology and concepts for smart, cloud-connected powertrains to achieve 20% fuel savings for tractor-trailers. Earlier post.). Our first truck platooning system is coming to market in 2017.

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Peterbilt Fuel Connect Connected 150

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MARCH 4, 2016

million grant from Sustainable Development Technology Canada (SDTC) to accelerate deployment of the company’s new zero-emission powertrain for heavy-duty trucks. The Loop heavy­duty powertrain combines an electric battery with a hydrogen fuel cell designed around its patented eFlow technology.

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Fuel Peterbilt Energy Batteries 150

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 16, 2014

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. Improved fuel economy over SAE 15W-40 conventional oils. Chevron Products Company, a Chevron USA Inc.

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Chevron Fuel Economy Oil Economy 210

Green Car Congress

APRIL 15, 2011

The novel gearbox, set to debut in North America in late 2012, has been designed specifically to maximize productivity and fuel efficiency during both cruising and stop-start operation. At the Mid-America Truck Show, Allison demonstrated a Peterbilt tractor incorporating the new transmission for potential customers to drive and evaluate.

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Peterbilt Louisville Fuel Kentucky 199

Green Car Congress

JULY 28, 2010

The four trucks, based on the Peterbilt Model 320 Hybrid with Labrie body, will operate in daily curbside recycling duty and are expected to provide up to 30% improvements in fuel economy and emissions and significant reductions maintenance costs. The Eaton HLA system in the truck. Click to enlarge.

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Fort Worth Eaton Peterbilt Hybrid 199

Green Car Congress

JANUARY 22, 2010

has chosen Eaton to participate in its SuperTruck program to develop a next-generation automated transmission that improves fuel efficiency in heavy-duty trucks. Cummins recently received $39 million in funding from the Department of Energy (DOE) to develop its SuperTruck project in conjunction with Peterbilt Motors Company.

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Eaton Peterbilt Fuel Economy Diesel 186

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 2, 2009

will test two hybrid systems—one developed by ArvinMeritor and one developed by Eaton and Peterbilt—in Class 8 trucks. The company also will test three different alternative fuels—Reclaimed Grease Fuel; B20 biodiesel; and liquefied natural gas—in its heavy-duty trucks. Peterbilt/Eaton Hybrid Assist.

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Peterbilt Eaton Hybrid Fuel 150

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JULY 15, 2010

The demand for hybrid commercial vehicles will continue to grow globally, and LG Chem and CPI have made important advancements in battery technology and future production capability here in western Michigan. This technology is a key part of Eaton’s strategy to meet the future demand of our customers worldwide. near Kalamazoo.

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Eaton Power Powered Hybrid 218

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MARCH 4, 2013

The truck, a Peterbilt 386, was outfitted with 56 PbC batteries operating in a string configuration and incorporates Axion’s proprietary Battery Management System and data logger. ePower showed its first converted truck—a Peterbilt 387—at the 2011 Mid-America Truck Show. —Andy Claypole, ePower Engine Systems CEO.

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Diesel Peterbilt Fuel Economy Lead Acid 231

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AUGUST 29, 2010

Los Alamos County, new Mexico recently took delivery of the first hydraulic hybrid refuse truck in the State of New Mexico: a Peterbilt Model 320 equipped with Eaton’s hydraulic launch assist system (HLA) ( earlier post ) and a Wayne Curbtender residential automated side loader.

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Eaton Peterbilt Hybrid New Mexico 199

Teslarati

JANUARY 19, 2023

It’s also the first to implement site-wide alternative fuel vehicles, on-site renewable energy generation, energy storage equipment, and employee EV charging stations. Six Peterbilt 220EV electric box trucks. The transformation of the Modesto site is near completion. 1-megawatt solar carport with energy storage.

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Tesla Peterbilt Energy Storage Li-ion 142

Teslarati

JANUARY 2, 2023

While many consumers have been wary of electric vehicle technology, particularly in the United States, this concern has come to a head following the release of the Tesla Semi. The Tesla Semi outperforms both diesel and electric truck competition, according to a new specification analysis.

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Tesla Peterbilt Price Diesel 100

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 27, 2018

The California Air Resources Board (CARB) announced up to $205 million in grants for projects designed to accelerate the adoption of clean freight technologies and reduce air pollution caused by the movement of goods throughout the state. Partner match: $15.4 Partner match: $5.8 Partner match: $6.3 Partner match: $4.6

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Clean Cleaning Transportation San Francisco 191

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APRIL 7, 2017

The vehicle program is a collaboration between Efficient Drivetrains and North American Repower , California’s leading natural gas engine management and conversion technology company. The armored car project was one of nine advanced vehicle technology demonstrations funded by a total of $25-million from the Energy Commission under PON-14-605.

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PHEV Range Peterbilt Gas-Electric 170

Green Car Congress

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.)

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Eaton Maintenance Kenworth Peterbilt 186

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JANUARY 11, 2010

The US Department of Energy (DOE) will award more than $187 million to nine projects to improve fuel efficiency for heavy-duty trucks and passenger vehicles. The remaining six projects totaling more than $71 million will support efforts to increase the fuel economy for passenger vehicle engines and powertrain systems. 38,831,115.

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Fuel Economy Downsizing Vehicles Waste 199

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JANUARY 15, 2011

This enables drivers to waste less fuel looking for delivery destinations, gas stations and other locales, while reducing emissions and carbon footprints, decreasing costs and creating enhanced personnel comfort and organizational efficiencies. Reduced Emissions and Fuel Costs Plus Driver Productivity and Comfort.

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Connect Connected Transportation Kenworth 186

Baua Electric

MAY 5, 2023

Antti Lindström, an analyst at S&P International Mobility, mentioned the corporate’s constancy to turning in hydrogen vehicles by means of the top of the generation in North The united states is “telling of how important they think that that vehicle or that technology is for their credibility and market survival.”

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Hydrogen Los Angeles Kenworth Peterbilt 52

Green Car Congress

MARCH 21, 2012

The awards are funded by the Commission’s Alternative and Renewable Fuel and Vehicle Technology Program. million to help buyers afford new, alternative-fueled passenger vehicles and medium- and heavy-duty buses and trucks. Peterbilt is the original equipment manufacturer of the trucks.

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California Gas Power Powered 186

Green Car Congress

MARCH 22, 2012

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. liter Cummins Westport ISL G.

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Kenworth Peterbilt Gas Engine 291

Green Car Congress

MARCH 27, 2014

At the Mid-America Trucking show, PACCAR companies Kenworth and Peterbilt introduced more fuel efficient version of their heavy-duty models: the Kenworth T680 Advantage and the Peterbilt Model 579 with EPIQ package. Kenworth says that the T680 Advantage can deliver up to a 5% fuel efficiency enhancement over a standard T680.

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Kenworth Peterbilt Eaton Fuel 275

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 23, 2011

The purpose of the 21CTP is to reduce fuel consumption and emissions; increase heavy-duty vehicle safety; and support research, development, and demonstration to initiate commercially viable products and systems. Among the findings and recommendations, by area, from the new report are: ENGINE SYSTEMS AND FUELS. Earlier post.).

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EPA Fuel Engine Hybrid 199

Green Car Congress

MARCH 28, 2014

The project aims to demonstrate a wide range of advanced technologies and designs Walmart is considering in an effort to improve the overall fuel efficiency of its fleet and lower the company’s carbon footprint. The micro-turbine is fuel neutral and produces very low emissions without the need for aftertreatment. Powertrain.

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Li-ion Peterbilt Range Electric Vehicles 371

Green Car Congress

APRIL 25, 2019

Allison Transmission, a global leader in medium- and heavy-duty propulsion solutions for commercial vehicles, introduced the new AXE Series e-axle systems for medium- and heavy-duty trucks at the Advanced Clean Technology (ACT) Expo in Long Beach, CA.

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Peterbilt Long Beach Commercial International 220

Baua Electric

APRIL 20, 2024

Bali Express purchased 11 Peterbilt 579EV Class 8 trucks in September; by Bali Express. That program has put more than $1 billion to alternative fuel and vehicle technology projects designed to improve public health while bringing both environmental and economic benefits to communities throughout the state.

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Mexico San Diego Peterbilt Kenworth 52

Green Car Congress

JUNE 13, 2013

In two packages of awards, the California Energy Commission approved more than $44 million to expand the hydrogen fueling infrastructure and increase the number of alter alternative fuel vehicles on the road in the state. Expanding hydrogen fueling stations in California. million ZEV vehicles on the roadways by 2025.

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Alternative Fuels Los Angeles Hydrogen Fuel 170

Clean Fleet Report

MARCH 18, 2024

Innovative Technology for Emissions-free Driving Mirai translates as future in Japanese. If there was ever a car on the road fitting the bill as future, it is the 2024 Toyota Mirai Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle (FCEV). The need for more stations is necessary if this fuel is to ever gain consumer acceptance for their everyday vehicles.

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Toyota Hydrogen Lexus California 62

Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 10, 2013

unveiled its next generation of high pressure direct injection natural gas technology platform, Westport HPDI 2.0. Westport HPDI uses natural gas as the primary fuel in a Diesel (compression ignition) cycle along with a small amount of diesel fuel as an ignition source. Westport Innovations Inc. OEM product lines.

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Gas Diesel Fuel Economy Engine 220

Clean Fleet Report

NOVEMBER 5, 2022

The Biden administration recently set an ambitious goal for half of the nation’s new car sales to be electric, fuel cell and hybrid by 2030. Peterbilt and Navistar also have electric semis either planned or ready to be delivered. Progress Continues in EV Technology. If the U.S. The Tesla Semi is coming–finally.

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Conversion Re-Charge Peterbilt Emissions 81

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 26, 2012

is introducing a new on-board liquefied natural gas (LNG) storage solution that supports the use of cold (unsaturated) LNG fuel for large SI-engine vehicles that would have earlier required warm (saturated) LNG. By carrying fuel as cold LNG, the Westport LNG Tank System can increase fuel storage times and improve vehicle range by up to 10%.

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Engine Gas Peterbilt Standards 231