'Modern diesel engines will continue to improve': Cummins India's Nilesh Deshpande

In this interview, Nilesh Deshpande, Director - Engineering, Engine Business, Cummins India, talks about how the company is driving innovation to make diesel engines cleaner and more efficient, while developing a range of alternative powertrain solutions, including hydrogen-ICE technology for commercial vehicle application.

By Prerna Lidhoo calendar 15 May 2025 Views icon4265 Views Share - Share to Facebook Share to Twitter Share to LinkedIn Share to Whatsapp
'Modern diesel engines will continue to improve': Cummins India's Nilesh Deshpande

Global technology giant Cummins, which is a key player in the areas of engines, EV components, and power generation products, is taking a leap when it comes to developing and manufacturing sustainable powertrain systems of the future. 

In this interview, Nilesh Deshpande, Director – Engineering, Engine Business at Cummins India, discusses how the company is driving innovation to make diesel engines cleaner and more efficient. He also sheds light on Cummins' multi-fuel strategy, including the development of alternative powertrain solutions such as hydrogen internal combustion engines (ICE) for commercial vehicle application

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