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JACOBS VEHICLE SYSTEMS’ HPD (HIGH POWER DENSITY) ENGINE BRAKE SPECIFIED BY CHINESE TRUCK MAKER

10th November 2020 By Louise

Jacobs Vehicle Systems’ High Power Density® (HPD ®) engine brake has gone into production with a Chinese truck manufacturer. This is the first OEM application of HPD, launched in 2016, to be announced. The new Sinotruk Yellow River tractor unit, designed and manufactured by China National Heavy Duty Truck company (CNHTC), integrates Jacobs’ HPD technology […]

Jacobs Vehicle Systems to present modular emissions-reducing engine technologies at IAA Transportation 2022

20th July 2022 By propel-admin

BLOOMFIELD, CT, USA – Jacobs Vehicle Systems will showcase its latest portfolio of engine retarding and valve actuation technologies at IAA Transportation in Hannover, September 20-25, 2022 (Hall 22, Booth C11). The focus will be on Jacobs’ cylinder deactivation technology and its modular valvetrain concepts. Engine braking and cylinder deactivation technologies are key levers to […]

Allison Transmission introduces next generation of advanced technology for fully automatic transmissions

28th September 2017 By propel-admin

New Allison nine-speed will provide reduced emissions, improved fuel economy and advanced stop-start capability Allison Transmission today announced its first nine-speed model at the North American Commercial Vehicle Show in Atlanta. The innovative, fully automatic transmission, for medium- and heavy-duty vehicles, will be available globally and is targeted for release in 2020. “With this new […]

JACOBS INTRODUCES 2-STEP VARIABLE VALVE ACTUATION SYSTEM TO ENHANCE ENGINE PERFORMANCE AND EFFICIENCY

18th July 2018 By propel-admin

Jacobs Vehicle Systems®, the world’s leading manufacturer of heavy-duty diesel engine retarding systems and valve actuation mechanisms, has launched a new 2-Step Variable Valve Actuation (VVA) system. By enhancing performance and efficiency across an engine’s operating range, 2-Step VVA will help engine manufacturers further improve fuel consumption and reduce tailpipe emissions, as well as deliver […]

Allison Unveils New Online Portal for Product Information

20th March 2019 By propel-admin

Allison HUB provides gateway for digital access to up-to-date technical documentation Allison Transmission is pleased to announce the launch of a new online portal designed to make it easier to access Allison Transmission technical and service information. Anyone can log onto the Allison HUB at hub.allisontransmission.com and register for an account to enter the site. […]

Allison Transmission and Department of Defense to upgrade propulsion systems

6th December 2019 By Louise

Allison will provide upgraded X200 transmissions for the United States Army’s tracked military applications. Allison Transmission, the largest global manufacturer of medium- and heavy-duty fully automatic transmissions for commercial and military vehicles, is proud to partner with the U.S. Army’s Tank-automotive & Armaments Command (TACOM) to provide the Allison X200-4A propulsion solution for the M113 […]

Allison Transmission awarded $3.6 Million Engineering Contract to Maintain Superior Performance of the Abrams Powertrain

9th February 2021 By Louise

The contract awarded to Allison Transmission will support the continuous improvement of the Army’s Abrams Main Battle Tank fleet. The U.S. Army selected Allison Transmission, the largest global manufacturer of medium- and heavy-duty fully automatic transmissions for commercial and military vehicles, to undertake an engineering program that builds upon previous analysis and evaluates the X1100-3B1 […]

Allison Transmission announces xFE models with technology to further increase fuel economy for its 1000 Series™ and 2000 Series™

6th October 2017 By propel-admin

Previously only available with select 3000 Series™ models, expanded xFE portfolio now enables smaller, medium-duty buses and trucks to also use even less fuel Allison Transmission today announced availability of its latest fuel economy technology for its 1000 Series™ and 2000 Series™. Referred to as xFE, designating extra fuel economy, the fully automatic bus and […]

JACOBS AND HINO MOTORS, LTD. SIGN LONG-TERM AGREEMENT

18th July 2018 By propel-admin

Jacobs Vehicle Systems®, the world’s leading manufacturer of diesel and natural gas engine retarding systems and valve actuation mechanisms, has signed a long-term supply agreement with Hino Motors, Ltd. which will last through 2025. With this long-term supply agreement, Jacobs Vehicle Systems (Jacobs®) and Hino Motors, Ltd. (Hino) continue their long-standing relationship which began in […]

Allison Transmission acquires Vantage Power and AxleTech’s electric vehicle systems division

23rd April 2019 By propel-admin

Allison Transmission Holdings Inc. (NYSE: ALSN), the largest global manufacturer of medium- and heavy-duty fully automatic transmissions, announced today that it has purchased Vantage Power and AxleTech’s electric vehicle (EV) systems division. Allison Transmission has a more than 103-year history of leading technological advancements: from James Allison owning the winning racecar of the Indianapolis 500 […]