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title: "CN advances hybrid locomotive program, targets up to 50% fuel-efficiency gain"
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description: "CN advanced its hybrid locomotive program, expanding tests to three units after a pilot demonstrated up to 50% fuel-efficiency gains and reduced emissions. The company plans to convert two additional locomotives into hybrid-electric platforms with AC traction technology by the end of 2026."
datetime: "2026-08-14T13:30:35.000Z"
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# CN advances hybrid locomotive program, targets up to 50% fuel-efficiency gain

-   CN advanced its hybrid locomotive program, expanding tests to three units following a pilot focused on efficiency and emissions reductions. \* Plans call for converting two more locomotives into hybrid-electric platforms with AC traction technology by end-2026. \* Pilot results showed up to 50% fuel-efficiency gains, fewer engine-related failures, higher horsepower, reduced idling, noise, emissions. Disclaimer: This news brief was created by Public Technologies (PUBT) using generative artificial intelligence. While PUBT strives to provide accurate and timely information, this AI-generated content is for informational purposes only and should not be interpreted as financial, investment, or legal advice. CN - Canadian National Railway Company published the original content used to generate this news brief via GlobeNewswire (Ref. ID: 202608140930PRIMZONEFULLFEED9810326) on August 14, 2026, and is solely responsible for the information contained therein. © Copyright 2026 - Public Technologies (PUBT)

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