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REPORT: Chrysler could ditch Cummins for Fiat diesel power

For years, diesel-powered Dodge Ram pickup trucks have featured powerful inline six-cylinder engines from Cummins. By all accounts, the partnership has been successful and the Cummins diesel engines are highly regarded in the industry. Therefore, it wasn't exactly shocking to hear that the planned light duty diesel engine for the Ram 1500 pickup would be sourced from Cummins. Not long ago, Chrysler's bankruptcy allowed the automaker to cancel contracts that were no longer desirable for the automaker moving forward. The deal with Cummins ... Read more →

Cummins not ready to give up on light duty diesel regardless of Chrysler's fate Sam Abuelsamid

- A short while ago, every manufacturer building and selling light duty full-size trucks for the US market was preparing to add diesel engines to those vehicles. Over the course of the past 12 ...

Dodge reportedly delays light duty diesel for Ram Jeremy Korzeniewski

Just about a month ago, Chrysler's Frank Klegon confirmed that the light duty diesel engine for the Dodge Ram was moving towards production in 2010. Now, some reports are suggesting that the 5.0L V8 ...

New Mexico governor fills up a biodiesel dragster Sebastian Blanco

Over the Memorial Day weekend, the governor of New Mexico, Bill Richardson, stood next to the Cummins-Blue Sun Biodiesel dragster and filled 'er up with biodiesel (B20). The event was held at the ...

Cummins shows off clean diesel technology Sam Abuelsamid

The Diesel Technology Forum is having a Clean Diesel Technology Tour in Sacramento, California this week and Cummins is showing off their latest clean diesel technology. In addition to the new version ...

Cummins approves the use of B20 in some engine ranges 2 years ago on Autoblog Green

With the growing acceptance of biodiesel, the fuel has become more available and standards are being created to make sure that all biodiesels are created equal. With some of those hurdles being overcome, manufactures are able to do a better job of testing and ensuring that their engines will operate ...

Trucks ready to roll on EPA's 2007 clean diesel spec 2 years ago on Autoblog Green

Industry organisation, Diesel Technology Forum, has announced that all major heavy-duty truck and engine manufacturers have met new Environmental Protection Agency standards for emissions cuts and have been certified by EPA for full production. To meet the new emissions requirements, new long-haul ...

SEMA 2006: No 4.2L Cummins in Jeep Wrangler concept 3 years ago on Autoblog Green

What's going on with the Jeep Wrangler diesel concept vehicle on display in the Mopar booth at the SEMA Show? An early news release said it sports a 4.2-liter V6 diesel engine. The wheelstand sign says 4.2-liter diesel engine. We've heard Cummins say they're building a 4.2-liter diesel for ...

SEMA offers early look at new 4.2-liter Cummins diesel 3 years ago on Autoblog Green

Cummins has announced it will supply 4.2-liter V6 and 5.6-liter clean diesel engines to DaimlerChrysler for light-duty vehicles. We can get an early look at the potential of such deal at SEMA next week when Jeep shows off a custom Wrangler Unlimited from the Mopar Skunkwerkes group. This teaser ...

Cummins launches 38-liter V12 that meets Tier 2 emissions 3 years ago on Autoblog Green

With a Texas oil show as a backdrop, Cummins showed off the new QSK38 V12 diesel that is Tier 2 emissions compliant and promises better fuel economy and quieter operation. Using enhanced electronics and a modular common-rail fuel system, the massive V12 is suited for mud pumps, drilling rigs and ...

Ford to offer North America's first light-duty diesel in the F-150 by 2009 3 years ago on Autoblog Green

According to AutoWeek, Automotive News has reported that Ford will introduce North America's first light-duty diesel truck in either 2008 or 2009. The confirmation came from Ford's former vice-president of manufacturing for the Americas, Dave Szczupak,who retired last week. According to the former ...

EPA official, Cummins mark introduction of ultra-low sulfur diesel fuel 3 years ago on Autoblog Green

By now most diesel fuel already in the pipeline is meeting the new federal standards for sulfur. But the official nationwide switch to ultra-low sulfur diesel (ULSD) fuel is Oct. 15. To mark the occasion, Cummins hosted EPA administrator Stephen Johnson to the company's test facilitiy. ULSD is ...

New Dodge-Cummins diesel bigger but pollutes less 3 years ago on Autoblog Green

The horsepower and torque race in the heavy-duty consumer pickup segment has been brutal in recent years. Consumers often shop by numbers in this category, and nothing matters more than hosepower, lb-ft of torque and tow ratings. Some observers thought stricter emissions regulations for 2007 diesel ...

Cummins to produce light duty diesel engine for North American market 3 years ago on Autoblog Green

A large number of companies have announced plans to introduce diesel engines in the North American market. The majority of these engines are currently offered in overseas markets, and are being developed further to meet the emission standards. One North American manufacturer, who wants to remain ...

Conservation-minded Republican's choice: Dodge Durange Diesel 3 years ago on Autoblog Green

The Tasty Thoughts from the Elitist Pig blog describes the car shopping experience of a conservation-conscious Texas Republican. He is faced with a fairly tough process, since he wants to make an economical and ecologically responsible choice, on top of being able to seat his family, drive long ...


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