Nissan, Cummins To Announce Diesel For Next-Generation Titan
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Published: August 19th, 2013
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Sources tell us that Nissan and Cummins will make a joint announcement Tuesday regarding a diesel engine for the next-generation Titan. Our sources suggest the powertrain could be either a Chinese-made 4-cylinder engine or alternately a 5.0L V8. Currently, Ram is the only truck maker to offer a Cummins powertrain. Nissan recently hired Fred Diaz, Ram’s former CEO, to head up Nissan Division’s day-to-day operations.
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That big "C" on the fender will sell tens of thousands of Titans by itself. Good move by Nissan.
I think an I4 diesel in a 1/2 ton chassis makes a lot of sense. Especially if it is geared towards fuel economy versus all out performance, like the 3/4 tons. Considering GM sells more 1/2 ton trucks than anyone once you add in the Burbs, Tahoes, Yukons ect., I'm amazed they haven't offered an Isuzu diesel yet. Many people buy these trucks for towing and that is where a diesel really shines with all of its low end grunt.
I'm sure the 15 people who bought Titans last year will be disappointed at a new diesel option. Aren't they consistently rated as the worst, and most inefficient full-size truck on the market?
Full Disclosure. I work for Cummins but not in any way related to this project and I’m not going to reveal any sources not publicly available. There is a lot of information already on the web about Cummins engines & Nissan below are several links that could help piece together the possible details of the announcement – Alternatively you could wait until 2pm today! Cummins job announcement at Cummins Engine plant http://www.therepublic.com/view/local_story/Cummins-jobs-announcement-toda_1377007210 Previous link showing an engine to be produced at Cummins Engine Plant http://www.therepublic.com/view/local_story/Cummins_planning_2_500_hires_i_1301976809/ Nissan previously announced in April 2008 the supply of Cummins diesel engines for Nissan’s Commercial line of vehicles http://www.streetinsider.com/Corporate+News/Nissan+North+America+%28NSANY%29+to+Enter+Light+Commercial+Vehicle+Segment/3525476.html Details on DOE project involving Cummins 2.8 ISF and Nissan: Titan http://news.pickuptrucks.com/2013/03/update-3-cummins-feds-continue-developing-i-4-for-nissan-titan.html Cummins have a v8 diesel in development: http://autoindustrynewsletter.blogspot.com/2013/03/cummins-v8-is-still-in-development.html http://www.dieselpowermag.com/tech/dodge/0612dp_new_cummins_v6_and_v8/viewall.html