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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. Learn abo …

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 …

Me dia/shutterstock Diesel isn’t just for trucking. For generations, these engines have powered hard-working commercial trucks, buses and vans across the U.S. Now, passenger diesel cars are winning over everyday drivers looking to save money, increase efficiency and increase power. From the …

It’s a great time to be a car lover. Amid high inflation for services like tire rotations and filter replacements, more drivers are trying their hands at car repair. It saves money and deepens their appreciation of their vehicle. Seventy-eight percent of consumers completed at le …