Today’s diesel engines are far more complex than those of yesteryear. Though the principle of compression-ignited combustion remains unchanged, most modern diesel engines come equipped with an array of secondary components, intended to reduce noxious emissions output. While the notion … Read more
For decades, the diesel engine has tirelessly served the heavy-duty transport industry. Diesel engines, or compression engines as they are also known, can be found powering everything from ¾-ton pickups to locomotives and barges. Known primarily for its reliability, the … Read more
For more than 100 years, the diesel engine has lent its power to everything from locomotives, marine vessels, and construction equipment of every perceivable type. However, more recently, the diesel engine has begun to play an increasingly substantial role in … Read more
If you’re at the gas station and you accidentally fill your diesel engine vehicle with regular gasoline, then it can cause a lot of problems for your vehicle. You see, diesel engines do not depend on spark plugs like gasoline … Read more
A fuel rail pressure sensor (commonly known as a fuel pressure sensor) is used in many diesel and some gasoline engines. This sensor is usually located near the middle of the fuel rail and is linked to the engine control … Read more
The Duramax diesel engine is predominately found in GMC trucks. It was introduced in 2001 and has gone through many updates. The current version (2017+) is a 6.6L turbo-diesel V8 which has some of the best torque and horsepower you … Read more
Diesel engines require good quality diesel oil in order for them to be properly lubricated. A motor oil made especially for diesel engines ensures that the components of the diesel motor run smoothly without any setbacks or problems. Many of … Read more
If you drive a diesel engine, you should know how to identify bad glow plug symptoms and how they affect the longevity and performance of your vehicle. But before we dive into the warning signs of a bad glow plug … Read more
You’ve probably heard of diesel fuel before that is used in bigger vehicles like trucks which produce a smoke screen whenever they accelerate. But thanks to modern technology and advanced automotive engines, there is now something called “clean diesel” fuel … Read more
Diesel engines have a bad reputation when it comes to emissions and cleanliness. The large diesel trucks spewing out large amounts of black smoke (rolling coal as they say) have always been frowned upon. It also doesn’t help that the … Read more