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Cummins, Stanadyne and Robert Bosch making some industry waves
Cummins CEO Tim Solso reports this years sales to reach $12 billion, an 11 percent increase from 2009. Stanadyne has announced that Dr. John Pinson has joined the team as Vice President and Chief Technology Officer. At the AFVI Expo in Las Vegas, Robert Bosch reps spread the word on the companies efforts to bring […]
Canadian Government to Reduce Greenhouse Emissions by 25%
Canada’s Environment Minister announced recently that Canada will “harmonize” it’s vehicle emission standards with the new tougher standards being enforced in the United States. The goal is to reduce greenhouse emissions by 25% from 2008 levels.
New Innovations in Clean Diesel Technology
The progress of diesel engine manufacturers in improving fuel efficiency over the last two decades has led to new innovations in clean diesel technology and consumer acceptance. Mazda recently confirmed at the New York International Auto Show, that it plans to begin selling vehicles equipped with its ultra efficient SKY gasoline and diesel engines in […]
Terrastar Set New Standard – 4/5 Class Truck Market
Navistar has unveiled the International TerraStar Class 4/5 commercial truck touting a wide range of commercial-duty features, from its commercial-duty MaxxForce 7 V-8 diesel engine to the largest, roomiest cab available. The International TerraStar sets a new standard in the 4/5 class truck market. GM and Ford announce the most environmentally friendly and powerful Heavy […]
Lower Fuel Demand Results In Production Cut Back
Petrolium refiners are cutting back on fuel production because of lower demand by consumers, the result of this? That’s right… higher fuel prices are expected. At the same time, biodiesel prices are expected to continue their upward swing in pricing due in part to the rising costs of soybean, biodiesel’s main ingredient. Looking at this, […]