COLUMBUS, Ind. — Cummins Inc. is prepared to comply with Phase 2 Environmental Protection Agency and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration fuel efficiency and greenhouse gas emission regulations. The new rules cover engines from 200-600 horsepower designed for road use. The rules will increase the fuel efficiency of the 6.7 litre B-series engine by seven percent.
“With nearly 100 years of engine expertise, we are well-positioned to develop products that comply with this new rule and meet our customers’ needs,” said Srikanth Padmanabhan, President, Engine Business, Cummins Inc. “We are pleased that the rule builds on the Phase 1 regulatory framework that recognizes the diversity and complexity of the commercial vehicle sector, and we look forward to continued collaboration with the agencies and our customers to ensure a successful implementation.”
“Fuel efficiency has long been a focus of our technology development. We look forward to reviewing the final rule now that it is published and working with all our stakeholders to make sure both the customer and the environment benefit from it,” said Rich Freeland, President and COO, Cummins Inc. “Cummins is ready to tackle complex climate and energy challenges. We are confident we have the engine technologies necessary to meet or exceed improvements required by the Phase 2 engine standards.”
Cummins Inc. was the first diesel engine manufacturer in the market place to meet tough new EPA standards in 2001, 2007, 2010 and 2013. The new standards increase profitability for fleet owners.