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by bfu 3220 days ago
> Cummins does not plan to assemble the trucks, but instead views itself as a supplier of the battery and driveline system.
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This isn't a big deal. There's a whole industry devoted to making cabs for rolling chassis, they're called Glider Kits[1].

This is smart on Cummin's part, since they own most of the drivetrain anyway.

[1] https://www.fitzgeraldgliderkits.com/what-is-a-glider-kit/ (This is a particular manufacturer, but many companies offer these cabs)