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MAY 11, 2010

Eaton Corporation has selected A123 Systems to supply battery systems for production of a hybrid power system to be installed on a Ford F550-based Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV). A123 Systems has been developing the battery system for much of 2010 with Eaton. Earlier post.).

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Eaton Corporation Plug-in Plug 210

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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, Inc. 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

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MARCH 19, 2019

Eaton announced it is contributing several components to truck manufacturers participating in the U.S. Eaton is supplying a number of leading-edge technologies that improve fuel economy and reduce emissions to Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) teams. Department of Energy’s (DOE) SuperTruck II program. Earlier post.).

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The strategy focuses on new powertrains including advanced diesel, natural gas, hydrogen engines, hybrids, battery electric, and fuel cells along with an increased use of low carbon fuels and renewable electricity and related infrastructure. Cummins Inc. will bring to market a 15-liter natural gas engine for heavy-duty trucks.

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North America Engine Gas Hydrogen 397

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SEPTEMBER 27, 2011

Eaton Corporation, $2.5 Eaton will develop and demonstrate advanced component technology for heavy-duty diesel engine waste heat recovery systems that are capable of improving the fuel economy of heavy-duty vehicles. MAHLE Powertrain LLC, $2.5 million.

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Engine Eaton Fuel Economy General Motors 186

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MARCH 26, 2010

Components of the Eaton heavy-duty hydraulic launch assist (HLA) system. The Eaton HLA system in the truck. The ISL-G natural gas engine produces horsepower and torque comparable in capability and service to the diesel engines. Click to enlarge. Model 320 Hybrid. Click to enlarge.

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Peterbilt Gas Hybrid Power 230

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FEBRUARY 2, 2009

will test two hybrid systems—one developed by ArvinMeritor and one developed by Eaton and Peterbilt—in Class 8 trucks. Wal-Mart will test this diesel-electric hybrid in the Detroit area. Peterbilt/Eaton Hybrid Assist. distribution center will operate on an 80/20 blend of biodiesel made of waste yellow cooking oil.

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