Cummins engines power some of the most durable trucks on the road. So durable, in fact, that many Cummins-powered vehicles carry their drivers a million miles or more. When a driver passes this mark, they’re invited to join the Cummins Million Mile Club. Today, we’re introducing you to one of those Million Mile Club members, Terry Peterson, a Wayne Transports driver from Lakeville, Minnesota…
Wherever Cummins engines take you, you can rest easy knowing that legendary service travels with you. While Cummins operators enjoy a worldwide network of dealers, distributors and other repair locations, our mobile apps put the power of Cummins service in the palm of your hand. Our family of advanced apps helps drivers and technicians diagnose any problems that may arise on the job and get answer
To successfully run a fleet of hundreds of trucks, smart carriers look for every opportunity to maximize efficiency while simultaneously taking great care of their drivers. A prime example is coast-to-coast refrigerated carrier, Central Trucking, Inc. (CTI). A family owned and operated freight line since 1974, CTI’s 210-truck fleet is composed entirely of Cummins ISX15-powered vehicles, 24 of w
Cummins engines are the most dependable on the road, so it’s no surprise that many surpass a million miles or more. When drivers hit this milestone, they’re invited to join the Cummins Million Mile Club. From time to time, we will be introducing you to these loyal Cummins fans – the men and women who prove our reputation for power and dependability. Today, we’re talking with Fred Phillips, a Ca
When it comes to driving cross-country, a truck driver’s radio is as important a tool as a tire iron or a GPS. Drivers have relied on Citizen’s Band (CB) radio for decades to share information and socialize while on the road. While the way drivers communicate with each other has changed thanks to cell phones, CB culture is historically a huge part of the trucking industry. Originally intended f
Since its introduction in 2013, the SmartAdvantageTM Powertrain from Cummins and Eaton has proven to be one of the most efficient power options in the industry. To better serve fleet managers and owner-operators, Cummins and Eaton expanded the lineup of integrated ISX15 SmartAdvantage powertrains. These new additions mean incredible new options for trucking fleets around North America.
Pick Up Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Nearby With the addition of Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) to Cummins diesel engines for a wide range of vehicles built in 2010 or newer, we’ve answered some of the most common questions about Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF). Here are answers to 6 frequently asked questions about DEF: Q1: Where can I find DEF? A: Because almost all diesel-powered pas
You’re driving down the road or operating on the job site. Suddenly, a lamp flashes on your dash. No matter what color or shape it may be, that little indicator light is something that should be taken seriously. But just how serious is it? Is it time to shut down or can you keep going? To help you, Cummins created Connected Diagnostics™, an innovative bridge from your engine to Cummins experts.
76,558 miles. 1,475 hours. 114 days. 33 city stops. 5 trucks. 9 professional drivers. When I woke up in Nashville, Tennessee on Saturday, October 3rd, there was only 1 day, 287 miles and 5 hours to go. Departing Columbus, Indiana on June 12th, this fleet of five Cummins-powered tractors with trailers have spent the summer and early-fall traveling across North America, showcasing Cummins industr
The Cummins Northeast team was excited to have the Cummins Redefining Tour come to New England for stops in Boston, MA and upstate NY. And I was especially thrilled to learn that I would have the opportunity ride along in the trucks to experience the new technology. For those who don’t know my background, I spent a large portion of my Cummins career as a Territory Manager and Distribu
The Cummins ISX15-powered Redefining Tour fleet has accumulated over 60,000 miles over the last fifteen weeks since the Tour kickoff in mid-June. After a successful event in Omaha earlier this week, the Tour fleet set out for the longest single leg of the 2015 Tour, and today has just over 200 miles to go of a three-day run. The fleet will arrive in Englishtown, New Jersey, to get ready for w
This is it! My first time riding in a truck outside of a small test track on the west side of Columbus, Indiana. After standing for eight hours in 90-degree, 90% humidity heat, riding in a truck with air conditioning for eight hours seemed like a vacation. Except in order to make it to Atlanta on time, the trip started out at six o'clock in the morning. I had the plea