Toyota Tundra Set to Receive Cummins Diesel - Ward's Auto (subscription)
An in-house diesel likely would have relatively low sales numbers compared with less-expensive gasoline engines, but high development and certification costs. However, with future, more-stringent CAFE regulations in the U. S. , calling for all automakers to meet a fleet target of 54. 5 mpg (4. 3 L/100 km) in 2025, a diesel now is seen as a necessity for the Tundra. If the Cummins diesel sees a lot of takers, it could prompt Toyota to reinstate its own diesel project, the source says. The Tundra and Titan won’t be the only light-duty diesel pickups in the U. S. when they debut. also has diesels in its medium-duty trucks, but recently indicated it may dust off its long-shelved 4. 5L turbodiesel V-8 for light-duty applications. Source: wardsauto.com
