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Fall 2011

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Model 386 LNG Achieves First Smartway Designation T he Peterbilt Model 386 liquefied natural gas (LNG) truck has been recognized as the industry's first SmartWay desig- nated alternative fuel vehicle, the company recently an- nounced. The truck has met the established fuel-saving, low-emission equipment re- quirements set for Class 8 trucks by the Environmental Protection Agency. The Model 386 LNG will join Peterbilt's family of SmartWay designated vehicles which includes the Model 587, Model 386 and Model 384. "Peterbilt is proud that the Model 386 LNG has been recognized as the industry's first alternative fueled vehicle to obtain SmartWay designation," says Bill Jackson, Peterbilt gen- eral manager and PACCAR vice president. "The Model 386 LNG SmartWay designated vehicle offers optimal fuel and emissions efficiency with horsepower and torque equal to a diesel-fueled en- gine, making it the ultimate environmentally sound performance solution for customers. It further demonstrates Peterbilt as an in- dustry leader in developing innovative quality products." Equipped with a fuel-effi- cient, aerodynamic package, the Model 386 LNG Smart- Way designated vehicle is ideally suited for a variety of applications, including line, bulk and tanker hauling. "P eterbilt is always looking to achieve the next level of innovation and operating efficiency," says Landon Sproull, Peterbilt chief engineer. "Through e x t e n s i v e a e r o d y n a m i c analysis and testing, Pe- terbilt engineers combined the industry-leading Model 386 aerodynamic package with the Westport GX engine to provide the most fuel efficient, performance configuration." Peterbilt News 16 FIRST CLASS

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