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There's no more critical component group to trucking than the engine, transmission and driveline, and this category focuses on it. From alternative fuels to diesel power enhancements to adaptable automated transmissions, this resource group covers all things powertrain.

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TICO launches CNG pilot tractor at TMC
Feb 28, 2017
NASHVILLE. TICO Manufacturing and Power Solutions International announced that its 8.8-liter CNG engine will power a new terminal tractor prototype being tested by TICO. TICO is displaying the CNG prototype, which is already in service with plans...
UPS tests delivery drone from atop a UPS package car Workhorse Group built the drone and the electric car used in the test
UPS tests delivery drone from atop package car
Feb 23, 2017
UPS announced it has tested a drone that launches from the top of a UPS package car, autonomously delivers a package to a home and then returns to the vehicle while the delivery driver continues along the route to make a separate delivery...
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Freightliner begins production on new Cascadia
Feb 02, 2017
Freightliner Trucks announced it has begun production on its new Cascadia. The new Cascadia (equipped with AeroX and Integrated Detroit Powertrain (IDP) including a GHG17 DD15 engine, DT12 with Intelligent Powertrain Management (IPM4) and 2.16...
PACCAR39s tandem rear axle is now standard on the Kenworth T880 76in midroof sleeper
PACCAR tandem rear axle now on Kenworth T680, T880
Jan 31, 2017
The new PACCAR tandem rear axle is now standard on the Kenworth T680 and T880. According to the company, the new PACCAR tandem axle is designed to improve the operating efficiency for line haul, regional haul and pick-up and delivery customers...
Eaton39s PS386 heavyduty synthetic transmission fluid
Eaton expands reach for commercial vehicle lube offerings
Jan 27, 2017
Power management company Eaton has expanded the company’s channels of distribution for Eaton branded synthetic lubricants and multi-purpose grease to now include direct shipments to all commercial trucking industry professionals, including...
Dana unveils e-commerce platform for parts
Dana unveils e-commerce platform for parts
Jan 25, 2017
LAS VEGAS. Fleets and other maintenance providers can identify drivetrain replacement parts, check real-time inventory availability, find distributors and request quotes through a new e-commerce platform introduced by Dana Inc. Authorized Dana...
Eaton clutches revised for downspeeding
Eaton clutches revised for downspeeding
Jan 25, 2017
LAS VEGAS.  The newest generation of the Advantage Series heavy-duty clutches from Eaton have received a number of design upgrades intended to improve performance in low-RPM downspeeding applications as well as provide better shift...
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