Accelera, the EV-oriented business segment of venerable motor-maker Cummins, will show off a new battery-electric powertrain for the Isuzu F-series medium-duty truck at the upcoming ACT Expo in California. Scheduled for production in 2027, the fully integrated powertrain will feature Accelera’s next-generation battery, eAxle, accessories and controls.

Accelera partnered with Isuzu to develop the powertrain specifically for the F-series in the North American market. The product integrates several next-generation Accelera technologies:

• Lithium iron phosphate (LFP) tiered-platform batteries—Accelera chose this chemistry for its cycle-life capability and cost-effectiveness. Customizable power options are available.
• 14Xe eAxle—equipped with ELFA motor and inverter, which have nearly three decades of on-the-road experience.
• Power Controls and Accessory Systems (PCAS) 3.0—integrates vehicle accessories and controls into a compact design. The modular PCAS 3.0 is 70% smaller than the previous generation, and can be customized to meet specific vehicle requirements.

Many of the components, including the batteries, eAxles, inverters and PCAS, are manufactured or assembled by Accelera in the US.

“For our customers in the US and Canada, we are excited to expand our product offering in Classes 6 and 7 to include an F-Series BEV truck,” said Shaun Skinner, President and CEO of Isuzu Commercial Truck of America. “This addition to Isuzu’s portfolio assists us in providing customers more options to meet their medium-duty truck needs and maximize operational efficiencies. Creating a localized supply chain and assembly capabilities adds to our ability to meet customer demand.”

Source: Accelera by Cummins