Natural gas

Cummins’ New X15N Natural Gas Engine Now an Option for Peterbilt Trucks

The new engine will be available for Peterbilt's popular 567 work truck as well as Models 579 and 520.

April 2, 2024

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What does the future look like for near-zero emission commercial trucks?

Gasoline will continue to be a viable option in this decade but diesel will struggle with tightening nitrogen oxide (NOx) regulations.

October 3, 2023

Renewable natural gas expansion continues

The number of renewable natural bas production facilities has risen substantially with much more growth expected as fleets seek to cut emissions.

August 2, 2023

Chevron is one of several RNG players working to step up availability of the increasingly popular fuel. 'Chevron works with our partners in the United States to convert methane from cow waste into RNG for use in heavy-duty vehicles,' the company states on a website page dedicated to RNG.

Mack Granite compressed natural gas model now available

Customers kept asking and so Mack came through with a CNG version of their popular Granite truck for waste haul.

June 5, 2023

Mack Granite CNG

Walmart 'betting big' on Cummins new X15N natural gas engine

Walmart is pleased with a pilot it entered with Cummins to test its new X15N natural gas engine and sees it as an ideal fit for long haul where all-electric and fuel cell fall far short on range.

May 14, 2023

Walmart Freightliner with new Cummins X15N natural gas engine at ACT Expo's Ride and Drive event

'Massive tailwind' from renewable natural gas as proponents seek new fuel tax credit

Renewable natural gas advocates including Cummins and Clean Energy, the largest RNG provider in the nation, are off to Washington D.C., next month to remind lawmakers and government officials that electric isn't the only clean energy option.

April 4, 2023

Hyliion CEO and founder Thomas Healy said growing popularity of carbon negative renewable natural gas (RNG) is creating a 'massive tailwind' for the startup's RNG-fueled hybrid trucks. More RNG suppliers have stepped up in the space including BP, Chevron and Shell. An RNG fuel tax credit bill, if passed, could create even more interest.

Test drive: Peterbilt Model 536 with Cummins L9N natural gas engine

Electrification and hydrogen are clearly the ways of the future, but natural gas is a right-now solution for motor carriers seeking to shrink their carbon footprint.

July 6, 2022

Peterbilt Model 537

Peterbilt, Kenworth add Cummins B6.7N as option

The engine features a power range of 200 to 240 horsepower and 520-560 lb-ft torque while emitting 50% lower NOx emissions than current EPA standards.

March 31, 2022

The non-CDL Class 6 Model 536 is designed with a low cab entry height, improved visibility, low NVH and room for 3 people within the 2.1m wide cab.

Cummins set to debut 15-liter natural gas engine

Currently, Cummins Westport's ISX12 G and ISX12N are the largest displacement natural gas engines available, kicking out up to 400 hp and 1450 lb-ft of torque. The segment is otherwise comprised of 6- and 9-liter models.

October 14, 2021

Cummins Westport ISX12G

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F-150 Lightning

Ford Reduces Production of No.1 Selling Electric Pickup

Ford expects continued growth in global EV sales in 2024, though less than previously anticipated.

Ram Promaster EV

Ram confirms its first EV will be ProMaster commercial van

VinFast VF Wild pickup

New electric pickup concept debuts at CES

Autocar's severe-duty Class 8 DC-64D dump truck.

GM, Autocar ink deal for hydrogen fuel cell HD trucks

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What’s New in 2024 for Chevy's Silverado 1500 Pickup?