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Cummins Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2023 Results

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024
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Cummins Inc. (NYSE: CMI) today reported fourth quarter and full year 2023 results.

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  • Cummins Inc. (NYSE: CMI) today reported fourth quarter and full year 2023 results.
  • The fourth quarter of 2022 included $19 million, or $0.11 per diluted share, of costs related to the separation of Atmus.
  • The tax rate in the fourth quarter of 2023 was negative 13.3% due primarily to the non-deductible costs related to the agreement to resolve U.S. regulatory claims.
  • EBITDA for the fourth quarter of 2023 and the fourth quarter of 2022 included the costs noted above.

Serious Truck Accident Injures 2 in Brownsville, TX

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Monday, January 22, 2024
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BROWNSVILLE, Texas, Jan. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Grossman Law Offices, with its principal office in Dallas, TX, reports on a truck accident that occurred on January 4, 2024, just before 9:45 a.m. along Coffee Road in Brownsville, TX.

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  • BROWNSVILLE, Texas, Jan. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Grossman Law Offices, with its principal office in Dallas, TX, reports on a truck accident that occurred on January 4, 2024, just before 9:45 a.m. along Coffee Road in Brownsville, TX.
  • The accident resulted in injuries to Juan Manuel Vera III and one other individual.
  • Details About the Brownsville Truck Accident:
    Juan Manuel Vera III, 25, and a 20-year-old woman were driving eastbound on Coffee Road in a Chevy Silverado pickup truck.
  • The Freightliner collided with the Chevy pickup truck, causing suspected severe injuries to Vera and reportedly moderate injuries to the woman.

New Talent, Technology and Partners: Daimler Truck and Torc enter fifth year of collaboration with eyes on the future

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024
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Joanna Buttler, Head of Global Autonomous Technology Group at Daimler Truck, adds: “Working with Torc, we have always managed to combine our ideas for the right solutions.

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  • Joanna Buttler, Head of Global Autonomous Technology Group at Daimler Truck, adds: “Working with Torc, we have always managed to combine our ideas for the right solutions.
  • The result is a fully integrated state-of-the-art autonomous truck that can safely handle highly complex traffic situations.
  • Scanlon brings over 20 years of experience in the technology and autonomous driving industry to the Torc team.
  • The resulting scenario information enables Torc to apply thorough, virtual validation, according to state-of-the-art international safety assessment processes.

CarMax Introduces its First All-Electric Semi-Truck into Logistics Fleet

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Tuesday, December 12, 2023
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CarMax is testing the all-electric semi-truck in real-world conditions and its Stockton, California store will serve as the region's hub for fast-charging the vehicle with a Level 3 charging station.

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  • CarMax is testing the all-electric semi-truck in real-world conditions and its Stockton, California store will serve as the region's hub for fast-charging the vehicle with a Level 3 charging station.
  • “We are excited to test the efficiencies of the all-electric semi-truck within our transportation fleet and to see how this vehicle can support our overall sustainability efforts,” said Matt Aman, vice president of Logistics at CarMax.
  • As CarMax strives to achieve its emissions goals, the company is working closely with its partners and providers to explore technologies that support sustainability efforts.
  • For more information on CarMax and its commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, visit https://socialresponsibility.carmax.com/ .

Schneider earns prestigious distinction of SmartWay High Performer

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Tuesday, December 12, 2023
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Schneider National, Inc. (NYSE: SNDR), a premier multimodal provider of transportation, intermodal and logistics services, has been recognized by the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) as a 2023 SmartWay High Performer.

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  • Schneider National, Inc. (NYSE: SNDR), a premier multimodal provider of transportation, intermodal and logistics services, has been recognized by the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) as a 2023 SmartWay High Performer.
  • The SmartWay High Performer list is developed annually by the EPA and honors carriers that excel in producing more efficient and sustainable supply chain solutions.
  • Landing a spot on the high performer list emphasizes Schneider’s commitment to operating an exceptionally efficient fleet, emitting fewer pollutants and burning less fuel per mile traveled.
  • To learn more about SmartWay High Performers, visit: https://www.epa.gov/smartway/smartway-high-performer-lists .

Eaton Cummins Endurant XD series transmission now available in Freightliner and Western Star vocational products.

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Monday, December 11, 2023
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Eaton Cummins Automated Transmission Technologies has announced its Endurant XD™ series automated transmission is now available in select vocational Western Star and Freightliner models, both of which are subsidiaries of Daimler Truck North America (DTNA).

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  • Eaton Cummins Automated Transmission Technologies has announced its Endurant XD™ series automated transmission is now available in select vocational Western Star and Freightliner models, both of which are subsidiaries of Daimler Truck North America (DTNA).
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231211067089/en/
    Eaton Cummins Endurant XD series transmissions are now available at Freightliner and Western Star.
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    As part of the Cummins integrated powertrain, Endurant XD and Endurant XD Pro, paired with the Cummins X12 or X15 engine, are available in the Western Star 47X and 49X and the Freightliner 114SD PLUS​.
  • Eaton Cummins Automated Transmission Technologies is a 50/50 joint venture between Eaton (NYSE: ETN) and Cummins, Inc. (NYSE: CMI).

Schneider becomes first major carrier to achieve 1 million zero emission miles with the Freightliner eCascadia

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Monday, November 20, 2023
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Now, the company is proud to be the first to achieve 1 million zero emission miles with the eCascadia.

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  • Now, the company is proud to be the first to achieve 1 million zero emission miles with the eCascadia.
  • "Three years ago, we tested the Freightliner eCascadia with Schneider in real-world test applications, and now they have already delivered goods on 1 million fully electric miles with their electric fleet.
  • The eCascadias achieve an 80% charge within 90 minutes and have a typical driving range of up to approximately 220 miles.
  • Video of Schneider’s battery electric trucks is available for download at: Media Kit: Logos, Media Requests, Images, B-roll video | Schneider

Daimler Truck North America Delivers 20 Battery Electric Freightliner eCascadias to Reyes Coca-Cola Bottling

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Thursday, November 16, 2023
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PORTLAND, Ore., Nov. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Daimler Truck North America, LLC (DTNA) today announced that it has delivered 20 zero-emission, battery electric Freightliner eCascadia Class 8 tractors to Reyes Coca-Cola Bottling (RCCB), a West Coast and Midwest bottler and distributor of Coca-Cola brands.

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  • PORTLAND, Ore., Nov. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Daimler Truck North America, LLC (DTNA) today announced that it has delivered 20 zero-emission, battery electric Freightliner eCascadia Class 8 tractors to Reyes Coca-Cola Bottling (RCCB), a West Coast and Midwest bottler and distributor of Coca-Cola brands.
  • RCCB's eCascadias will rely solely on 20 Detroit eFill commercial charging stations that have been installed at the Downey facility.
  • "Our collaboration with Reyes Coca-Cola Bottling marks a significant milestone in promoting sustainable transportation," said David Carson, senior vice president, sales and marketing, DTNA.
  • The Freightliner eCascadias are designed to provide optimal productivity for fleets looking to make a change to efficient, zero-emission tractors.

Mary Aufdemberg of Daimler Trucks to present keynote address at Green Truck Summit during Work Truck Week® 2024

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023
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FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich., Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Mary Aufdemberg, general manager of product strategy and market development for Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA), will deliver the Green Truck Summit keynote address on March 5, 2024. Held as part of Work Truck Week® 2024, Green Truck Summit provides insights, solutions and resources in support of the work truck industry's drive toward achieving greater sustainability, productivity and efficiency. John Davis, creator, host and executive producer of MotorWeek, returns as emcee and will moderate two new panel discussions, one with fleet leaders at the forefront of advanced vehicle technology adoption and another with top chassis manufacturers. 

Key Points: 
  • Held as part of Work Truck Week® 2024, Green Truck Summit provides insights, solutions and resources in support of the work truck industry's drive toward achieving greater sustainability, productivity and efficiency.
  • More Than a Trade Show™, Work Truck Week encompasses Green Truck Summit, The Work Truck Show®, NTEA Annual Meeting, Ride & Drive, educational sessions and more.
  • Green Truck Summit is March 5, educational sessions run March 5–7 and Work Truck Show exhibits are open March 6–8.
  • Work Truck Week, North America's largest work truck event, is produced by NTEA – The Work Truck Association™.

Daimler Truck North America Enters Strategic Partnership with Hexagon Purus for Battery Electric Freightliner eM2 for Vocational Applications

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Monday, November 6, 2023
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– (Nov. 6, 2023) – Daimler Truck North America, LLC (DTNA), the nation’s largest manufacturer of Class 6-8 commercial vehicles, has entered into a long-term agreement with Hexagon Purus, a leading manufacturer of zero-emission mobility and infrastructure solutions, to provide complete vehicle integration of the battery electric Freightliner eM2, which was developed to serve vocational applications.

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  • – (Nov. 6, 2023) – Daimler Truck North America, LLC (DTNA), the nation’s largest manufacturer of Class 6-8 commercial vehicles, has entered into a long-term agreement with Hexagon Purus, a leading manufacturer of zero-emission mobility and infrastructure solutions, to provide complete vehicle integration of the battery electric Freightliner eM2, which was developed to serve vocational applications.
  • The integration, provided by Hexagon Purus, will incorporate Hexagon Purus' proprietary zero-emission technology, including battery systems, auxiliary modules, power modules, and vehicle-level software.
  • This partnership underscores the joint commitment by DTNA and Hexagon Purus to drive innovation and sustainability in the vocational vehicle sector and will deliver products to the market that complement DTNA’s eCascadia and eM2 battery electric portfolio, already in production.
  • Additionally, Hexagon Purus’ high-voltage battery technology is known for its efficient kWh per meter of frame length, which aligns with the packaging needs of medium-duty vocational applications.