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Cummins and Navistar International have expanded their long-term engine supply partnership into the next two emission cycles, solidifying Cummins as the preferred supplier of medium- and heavy-duty large-bore engines for Navistar’s International trucks and IC Bus models in the U.S. and Canada. Financial terms of the agreement remain undisclosed.
Cummins: Strengthening an 80-Year Partnership
“Srikanth,” President of Cummins’ Engine Business, highlighted: “We’re thrilled to deepen our 80+ year collaboration with Navistar. Their International LT Series trucks paired with Cummins’ X15 Efficiency Series engines and Eaton Cummins Endurant HD transmissions deliver unmatched fuel economy, uptime, and total cost of ownership (TCO) for long-haul customers.”
Navistar: Technology-Driven Innovation
According to Navistar’s leadership, Cummins-powered International vehicles exemplify “technology-led innovation,” meeting rigorous transport demands through heavy-duty performance. Padmanabhan noted: “This extended partnership enables us to jointly tackle upcoming emission cycles and future challenges.”
Engine Portfolio and Operational Benefits
- Cummins B6.7/L9 Engines: Will continue powering Navistar’s International MV/HV trucks and IC Bus CE/RE school buses.
- Strategic Value: Phil Christman, Navistar’s Operations President, emphasized: “Combining this agreement with our proprietary powertrains offers customers competitive, fuel-efficient solutions while reducing R&D costs for future emissions standards. We can now optimize investments in existing technologies and flexibly adopt advanced innovations.”
Partnership Highlights
- Long-Term Vision: The deal ensures collaborative R&D for next-gen emission regulations.
- Market Focus: Targets North American commercial vehicle and school bus segments with integrated powertrain solutions.
- Operational Synergy: Aligns engineering efforts to balance performance, efficiency, and regulatory compliance.
