Today, Daimler Truck North America LLC (DTNA) and global power and technology leader Cummins Inc. (NYSE: CMI) announce availability of the industry’s first 15-liter natural gas engine in the Fifth Generation Freightliner Cascadia. Freightliner, a leading manufacturer of medium- and heavy-duty trucks and a division of DTNA, has opened orders for the Fifth Generation Cascadia trucks equipped with the Cummins X15N. The offering comes eight months after Cummins began full production of the X15N, marking the first of the Cummins HELM™ engine platforms. Each HELM platform engine model offered is specifically built and optimized to run on a specific fuel type, such as natural gas, diesel or hydrogen to meet customers’ needs.

Zach F.’s journey at Cummins is more than just a job—it’s a family tradition. As a third-generation Cummins employee, his career is built on a foundation of legacy, leadership, and passion for innovation. From his early days as a Project Engineer to his current role as Site Logistics Operations Manager at the Charleston Turbo Plant, Zach’s dedication to both his team and the company’s mission is evident in everything he does.

In May 2023, global power technology leader, Cummins Inc. (NYSE: CMI) announced their first partnership in the EV Charging solutions space. Today, Cummins is announcing the expansion of their partnerships in the EV charging solutions space to include written agreements with OpConnect, Autel, and The Mobility House, as well as an expanded range of offerings as part of our original partnership with Heliox (A Siemens Business). These agreements mark another significant step forward for Cummins in providing a wide range of electric vehicle charging solutions for diverse markets and customers.

What are the upcoming emission regulations in North America? The EPA27 emissions rule is a set of regulations established by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to significantly lower nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions from light-, medium- and heavy-duty vehicles. These regulations take effect with the 2027 engine models and require a reduction in NOx emissions by more than 75% compared to current standards.