Daimler Truck North America partners with Allison Transmission for Freightliner M2 106 Plus

The collaboration introduces two advanced fully automatic transmission offerings for DTNA's Freightliner M2 106 Plus medium-duty truck.

Published on Mar. 10, 2026

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Allison Transmission Holdings, Inc. announced a significant expansion in its long-standing partnership with Daimler Truck North America LLC (DTNA). The collaboration introduces two advanced fully automatic transmission offerings for DTNA's industry-leading Freightliner M2 106 Plus medium-duty truck, including the Allison 3414 Regional Haul Series™ (RHS) transmission paired with the Cummins X10 diesel engine, and the Allison 9-Speed transmission paired with the Cummins B6.7 Octane engine.

Why it matters

The new transmission offerings from Allison Transmission will provide Freightliner M2 106 Plus customers with more powertrain options to meet their specific needs, including improved performance, efficiency, and productivity for medium-duty tractor and commercial truck applications.

The details

The Allison 3414 RHS transmission paired with the Cummins X10 diesel engine will enter production in January 2027, while the Allison 9-Speed transmission paired with the Cummins B6.7 Octane engine will enter production in July 2026. The 3414 RHS is engineered to enhance vehicle handling and maneuverability, providing 25% faster acceleration compared to competitive automated manual transmissions (AMTs). The Allison 9-Speed is designed to help fleets address evolving efficiency requirements and offer a balance between torque delivery and fuel-saving capability.

  • The Allison 3414 RHS transmission paired with the Cummins X10 diesel engine will enter production in January 2027.
  • The Allison 9-Speed transmission paired with the Cummins B6.7 Octane engine will enter production in July 2026.

The players

Allison Transmission Holdings, Inc.

A global leader in high-performance mobility and work solutions, providing advanced transmission offerings for commercial vehicles.

Daimler Truck North America LLC (DTNA)

The largest manufacturer of heavy-duty trucks in North America and a leading provider of innovative products, services, and technologies for the commercial transportation industry.

Cummins X10

A diesel engine that will be paired with the Allison 3414 RHS transmission in the Freightliner M2 106 Plus medium-duty truck.

Cummins B6.7 Octane

A gasoline engine that will be paired with the Allison 9-Speed transmission in the Freightliner M2 106 Plus medium-duty truck.

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What they’re saying

“When paired with the new Cummins X10 in an M2 106 Plus, the Allison 3414 RHS gives customers a lighter automatic option that helps the Freightliner M2 106 Plus meet the needs of medium duty tractor applications.”

— Aaron Scates, Vice President, Vocational and Medium Duty Market Development at Daimler Truck North America (PRNewswire)

“The Allison 9-Speed, paired with the Cummins B6.7 Octane, offers smooth, predictable shifting for customers choosing a gasoline configuration. Together, these transmissions broaden the range of powertrain options available to customers as they tailor the M2 106 Plus to their needs.”

— Aaron Scates, Vice President, Vocational and Medium Duty Market Development at Daimler Truck North America (PRNewswire)

“The expansion of our partnership with DTNA underscores a shared commitment to delivering powertrain solutions that best address our customers' needs.”

— Rohan Barua, Vice President, North America Sales, Global Channel and Aftermarket at Allison Transmission (PRNewswire)

What’s next

The new Allison transmission offerings for the Freightliner M2 106 Plus will enter production in 2026 and 2027, providing customers with more powertrain options to choose from.

The takeaway

The partnership between Allison Transmission and Daimler Truck North America demonstrates the companies' commitment to delivering advanced, purpose-built powertrain solutions that enhance productivity, efficiency, and long-term value for commercial vehicle customers.