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Peterbilt Announces Availability Of NG Powered Vocational And Aerodynamic Vehicles
Denton TX (SPX) Sep 08, 2009 Peterbilt Motors has announced that the company is taking immediate orders for the production of its vocational and aerodynamic vehicles powered by compressed and liquefied natural gas (NG). The Model 365 and Model 384 will be offered with the Cummins Westport ISL G and built at Peterbilt's truck manufacturing facility in Denton, Texas. "Our Models 365 and 384 are examples of Peterbilt's commitment to delivering products that will reduce harmful emissions and provide the performance and overall value our customers need," said Bill Jackson, Peterbilt General Manager and PACCAR Vice President. "These two NG powered platforms join Peterbilt's three medium duty hybrid electric vehicles currently in production to offer the widest range of environmental friendly options to our customers." The Peterbilt Model 365 NG features innovative solutions to improve ride and handling, enhance weight distribution as well as maximize performance and profitability without sacrificing overall efficiency. The Model 365 NG is equipped with the powerful ISL G providing a 320 horsepower rating and 1,000 lb-ft of torque. The Model 365 has a 115" BBC, and is available in both set-forward and set-back axle configurations and sets the standard for quality, durability, productivity and environmental responsibility. The Cummins Westport's ISL G powered Model 384 provides the industry's cleanest burning aerodynamic platform with the power and performance to meet the needs of a wide variety of customer applications including line, bulk and tanker hauling. Additionally, the Peterbilt Model 384 has been recognized as fuel efficient and environmentally-friendly by the EPA's SmartWay program. Peterbilt is dedicated to providing its customers the latest advances in aerodynamic design and engineering combined with the latest alternative fuel technologies. Share This Article With Planet Earth
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Toyota says hybrid sales reach two-million markTokyo (AFP) Sept 4, 2009 Toyota Motor said Friday that global sales of its hybrid vehicles had topped the two-million mark since their launch in 1997, led by the Prius -- Japan's top-selling car for the past four months. Toyota passed the new milestone just two years and three months after its hybrid sales reached the one-million mark, helped by brisk demand for its remodelled Prius which was launched in mid-May. ... read more |
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