Allison Transmission Holdings Inc. (NYSE: ALSN) and Cummins Inc. (NYSE: CMI) have announced that they have received certification from the California Air Resources Board (ARB) to sell the model year 2015 Allison H 40/50 EP™ hybrid propulsion system paired with the Cummins ISB6.7 and ISL9 diesel-electric hybrid engines for transit buses and coaches. The dual […]
XL Hybrids has announced that its XL3 Hybrid Electric Drive System is now available on the Reach™ commercial van from Isuzu and Utilimaster and will be shown at the Work Truck Show. As the first diesel-powered vehicle with the XL3 powertrain, the Reach is engineered for national delivery service companies, public sector and corporate fleets […]
Efficient Drivetrains, (EDI), a leader in advanced, high-efficiency Hybrid and Electric drivetrain solutions, has announced that Kent Williams joined its Board of Advisors. Williams brings extensive experience in the capital markets and knowledge of PHEV drivetrains and new battery technologies. He is a strategic advisor to alternative energy companies and assists automotive companies who are […]
If you’re looking to green your fleet, now may be the best time to do so. Crosspoint Kinetics last month announced that its Kinetics Hybrid for class 3-7 trucks and buses qualifies for Drive Clean Chicago vouchers which would reimburse up to 80% of the cost for a Kinetics Hybrid as part of an ongoing […]
Helium leak-detection systems are helping transmission suppliers improve quality and reduce the cost of producing new automatic transmissions developed to improve fuel economy. The demand is clear. Due to the complex operation of new multi-speed transmissions, transmission-fluid leaks can significantly affect performance. Detecting leaks at the earliest stages of manufacture, post-casting and pre-assembly, improves quality […]
Mitsubishi Electric Automotive America, Inc. has introduced its GX alternator, which is featured on popular North American vehicles being launched for the 2015 model year and continas an alternator that is designed to allow automakers to meet the trend toward ever-increasing electrification requirements. Commented Mark Rakoski, executive director at Mitsubishi’s Michigan office, “The GX is […]
