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Propulsion Solutions for Refuse + Utility Trucks

Allison transmissions are designed to make refuse and utility vehicles more productive while reducing emissions and noise levels in local communities.

Established Propulsion Leader

We have a long legacy as the transmission provider of choice for the North American refuse market. Allison transmissions feature engine stop-start capabilities, enabling the engine to turn off when the operator presses the brake pedal and the vehicle comes to a complete stop, reducing fuel consumption and emissions. Allison’s torque converter smoothly delivers more power to the wheels, translating into increased performance, faster acceleration and greater operational flexibility.

Reduced Maintenance, More Uptime

Allison Automatics are built to last and don’t experience the same wear and tear as manual or automated manual transmissions (AMTs). This minimizes maintenance needs, so you don’t lose time and money due to vehicles in the shop.

 

Propulsion Designed for Your Fleet

Our deep technical and application knowledge enables us to deliver reliable, innovative solutions that make fleets more efficient.

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Reducing Environmental Impact

The waste management industry is committed to reducing CO2 emissions and noise levels in the communities they serve. Allison transmissions are fuel agnostic, and can be paired with several energy sources including gasoline, natural gas, hydrogen fuel cell and battery electric. 

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An Ideal Market for Electrification

Refuse is an ideal application for electrification due to the benefits electric vehicles provide for frequent stop-start duty-cycles. Oshkosh Corporation recently selected the Allison eGen Power® 100S for North America’s first fully integrated, zero-emission electric refuse collection vehicle.  

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Trash Gurl Customer Testimonial

Learn how Trash Gurl in Charleston, South Carolina, USA takes advantage of the benefits of Allison fully automatic transmissions for their refuse business.

Continuous Innovation

We’re advancing our portfolio of propulsion solutions and software offerings to help distribution fleets plan for the future of commercial vehicles.

Quantifiable Fuel Savings

FuelSense® 2.0 uses a unique set of software and electronic controls to deliver fuel savings of up to 6% without sacrificing the performance. 
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6th Gen Controls Platform

Our next generation controls platform includes several advancements including enhanced technology, cybersecurity and functional safety.
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Alternative Fuels

Allison transmissions are fuel agnostic, meaning they are compatible with several energy sources including natural gas and hydrogen.

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