Cummins seeks to balance legacy with innovation

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When Jennifer Rumsey was named Cummins President and CEO last year, the century-plus old manufacturer of diesel engines was already in the process of remaking itself. Cummins earlier this year introduced its fuel-agnostic 10-liter engine for launch in North America in 2026. Positioned to replace both the L9 and X12, the bi-voltage X10 will roll out first as a diesel-fueled variant intended for both medium- and heavy-duty applications. Cummins last year acquired Meritor for more than $3 billion, drawn to the company at least in part by its electric powertrain solutions. "You can see a future where the need for engines will decrease," Rumsey said, speaking at the Green Truck Summit in Indianapolis Tuesday morning.

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