Cummins’ Technological Leadership on Full Display at North American Commercial Vehicle Show

This week, power and technology leader Cummins Inc., (NYSE: CMI) has its
technological leadership on full display for customers and attendees at
the North American Commercial Vehicle Show (NACV) in Atlanta, GA,
showing its latest products and connectivity solutions.

“We want our customers and all users of our products to clearly
understand that Cummins brings diversified, dependable technology
solutions to our customers at the right time to power their success – always,”
said Srikanth Padmanabhan, Engine Business President, Cummins
Inc. “Cummins is prepared to help them be successful now and in the
future by offering them powertrain choices that maximize efficiency and
reduce costs.”

At NACV, the company is displaying a glimpse into their diverse product
road map with its super-efficient diesel engines (the X12 and X15) that
are paired with the Eaton Cummins Automated Transmission Technologies
Endurant transmission. The Endurant is more than 100 pounds lighter than
other competing transmissions and 200 pounds lighter than the current
Fuller Advantage Series transmission.

Cummins is also showing its latest offering for alternative fuels with
the ultra-low emission natural gas engine technology from Cummins
Westport, and has AEOS, the company’s fully electric heavy-duty truck at
the show. The company introduced this demonstration truck last month.
And through its highly interactive booth display, Cummins is
highlighting some of its unique automated and connectivity solutions to
help customers maximize uptime and efficiency.

“Through our connectivity and service solutions, we are committed to
keeping our customers in business and maximizing efficiency,”
Padmanabhan added. “We can support their unique needs and ensure we can
anticipate, assess and act no matter when, where, or how they need us
with our people and our products like Guidanz, Connected Diagnostics,
Connected Software Updates and Fleetguard FIT.”

These products and technologies add to Cummins’ unmatched portfolio of
solutions and offer customers the latest in environmentally-friendly,
cost-effective and powerful products to help them succeed in every
market and every application.

Cummins believes that power of choice for customers is critical to its
future success. These are some of the technologies the company is
offering or developing:

Clean Diesel

Cummins continues to be the leader in clean-diesel technology and
understands that for many markets diesel engines will be best solution
for decades to come. Powering 33 percent of the Heavy Duty truck market
and nearly 80 percent of the Medium Duty truck market, Cummins continues
to innovate in its core businesses. The latest products are highly
efficient and sustainable heavy-duty diesel engines, showcasing the
company’s innovation in traditional diesel power, the most commonly used
power on the road today. The powerful X15 and lightweight X12 engines
are engineered for optimal performance and power while offering
class-leading fuel economy through the use of advanced air handling and
fuel system controls. Both engines utilize the compact Single Module
Aftertreatment, which offers longer maintenance intervals for the lowest
cost of ownership. Cummins has unveiled details around the next
heavy-duty 15 liter engine for 2022, which affirms the company’s
commitment to providing the most effective power solution for Class 8
line haul trucks.

With the recent formation of the Eaton Cummins Automated Transmission
Technologies, customers can count on Cummins to provide
market-leading innovation for integrated powertrain technologies. With
up to 1850 pound-foot capability, the Endurant transmission is more than
100 pounds lighter than other competing automated manual transmissions
and 200 pounds lighter than the current Fuller Advantage Series
transmission. Cummins has also unveiled details around the next
heavy-duty 15 liter engine for 2022, which will be smaller, lighter and
more efficient than today’s engines with a design protected to integrate
on-engine aftertreatment, waste heat recovery, and mild electrification.

Energy Diverse Power Solutions

Cummins has invested in research and development projects to develop
products and technology solutions for the energy diverse landscape
necessary for the future.. From high-efficiency spark-ignited technology
that can deliver diesel-like performance and durability across a range
of liquid fuels and natural gas, to battery electric and hybrid power.

Cummins Westport has long been a leader in providing natural gas engines
as a sustainable, affordable and readily-available power option. The
company recently revealed its latest Near-Zero natural gas engines which
have little to no emissions for customers looking to minimize
emissions. Engines like the L9N and ISX12N offer a 90 percent reduction
in NOx emissions below today’s standards, and they are an
ultra-cost-effective solution to power vehicles in non-attainment zones.

Recently, Cummins has also demonstrated its ability to reduce CO² emissions
up to 80 percent in a 2.8 liter demonstrator engine capable of also
running on other liquid fuels like methanol and gasoline. Cummins
continues to investigate the viability of other alternatives like
bio-fuels, synthetic fuels, hydrogen, and fuel cells.

Electrified Powertrain Solutions

With the unveiling of the AEOS, the Concept Urban Hauler Electric
Vehicle, Cummins introduced a state-of-the art battery pack offering
redefined energy-efficiency and densities for the electric vehicle
market. The lighter, denser battery design allows it to hold a longer
charge for improved range and faster charging, maximizing drive time.
With a single battery pack, the truck has a range of 100 miles, but it
has the option to add two additional packs for a range up to 300 miles.
The concept truck design also includes a Range-Extended option utilizing
the Cummins B4.5 or B6.7 engines, for a range up to 600 miles, providing
a major advantage over today’s hybrid systems. These engine options
offer 50 percent fuel savings compared to today’s diesel hybrids with
zero emissions.

Digital Capabilities, Data & Analytics

Customers are looking for convenient and responsive interactions,
real-time updates, and information that make products safer, more
productive and easier to use. Cummins has offered telematics systems in
some markets for many years, but the potential for digital goes far
beyond telematics systems and at a faster pace. Recognizing this, in May
2017, Cummins formed a new internal organization led by Sherry Aaholm,
Cummins Chief Information Officer, called the Digital Accelerator. This
new organization seeks to streamline innovation, quickly bringing the
best concepts from the idea stage to commercialization.

For more information, visit www.social.cummins.com.

About Cummins Inc.

Cummins Inc., a global power leader, is a corporation of complementary
business units that design, manufacture, distribute and service diesel
and natural gas engines and related technologies, including fuel
systems, controls, air handling, filtration, emission solutions and
electrical power generation systems. Headquartered in Columbus, Indiana,
(USA) Cummins currently employs approximately 55,400 people worldwide
and serves customers in approximately 190 countries and territories
through a network of approximately 600 company-owned and independent
distributor locations and approximately 7,400 dealer locations. Cummins
earned $1.39 billion on sales of $17.5 billion in 2016. Press releases
can be found on the Web at www.cummins.com.
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