The ingredients powering your vehicle

23/04/2025 9 min Episodio 7
The ingredients powering your vehicle

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Ingredients aren't just for cooking—they're for powertrains, too.Imagine the perfect blend of components coming together to create not just a vehicle, but a cleaner planet. In this episode, we talk about how each component, from turbochargers to emission solutions, plays a pivotal role in this narrative of innovation.From engine braking to integrated powertrains, discover how these pieces contribute to reducing emissions and improving air quality for a sustainable future.In this episode, you’ll learn:How the right ingredients make vehicles function optimallyThe impact of cutting-edge emission solutions on public healthWhy Cummins is at the forefront of the power technology industryArticlesFully integrated powertrain for Cummins 2027 X15 dieselHow Cummins axles enhance performance and reduce emissions​​The Meritor Tire Inflation System™ and how it keeps fleets on the road for longerVideosHow do turbochargers work across vehicle technologies?What is the drive axle and what are its components?How does the valvetrain work in current and future technologies?What’s the role of software in the future of sustainable transportation?Additional ResourcesCummins to acquire engine braking and cylinder deactivation company to advance its path to a zero emissions futureJacobs® cylinder deactivation technology returns 2.76% fuel saving on highway test routeCummins’ Meritor Acquisition: A game-changer in the commercial vehicle marketDive into the conversation:(00:00) Introduction(01:11) Importance of components in vehicles(02:24) Integration of fuel systems and turbochargers(03:13) Engine braking and safety functions(04:20) Benefits of Jake brake systems(05:11) Role of hardware and software in engines(06:02) Navigating emissions regulations(07:05) Impact of after-treatment systems(08:16) Cummins and the future of cleaner transportation