Nestor Salgado/shutterstock Pickup trucks are an American pastime, with new models pushing the limits of what these trusted workhorses can do. Today’s haulers are made for various applications, from running errands to moving tens of thousands of pounds of valuable cargo. The larger the truck, …

OlegRi/shutterstock Duramax and Cummins are two of the leading manufacturers of diesel engines, catering to a wide range of makes and models. However, they feature key differences in performance and reliability that can affect your decision when choosing between Duramax and Cummins. Learn how these …

Jonathan Weiss/shutterstock Diesel engines produce more energy per gallon of fuel than gasoline, but diesel trucks tend to favor towing prowess and torque over maximizing the MPG rating. They provide low-end torque to move heavy loads from rest with absolute precision. That’s why diesel truck …

Diesel engineers and mechanics are essential players in the transportation and energy supply chains. Their contributions stand on opposite sides of the equation, with the former designing engines and power makers and the latter maintaining these systems once they’re in circulation. You can …

Ilija Erceg/shutterstock Diesel engines are going green. Car manufacturers have rolled out hybrid electric cars that run on diesel fuel in recent years to help fleet owners and heavy haulers increase efficiency and reduce their dependence on fossil fuels that contribute to climate change. L …

DiPres/shutterstock Diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) is part of your truck’s emissions reduction system, known as selective catalytic reduction (SCR). It’s an aqueous urea solution that turns harmful nitrogen oxide into less harmful nitrogen and oxide during internal combustion. The fluid trigger …