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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 …

Brandon Woyshnis/Shutterstock You don’t have to be a mechanic to improve your truck or van’s performance. All you need is a copy of your owner’s manual, a few tools and a rudimentary knowledge of diesel engines. Making enhancements yourself saves money on repairs and teaches you how …

Your diesel truck battery should last an average of four years, but exposing it to cold weather, running excess electrical components and poor maintenance can ruin the power source in as little as three years, leading to costly replacements for your ride or fleet. Dozens of factors can a …

Farming has evolved from back-breaking work in the sun to sitting behind the wheel of a tractor or truck. Today’s vehicles can comb dozens of acres in a fraction of the time it would take growers to reach by hand or mule. As technological developments increase efficiency and output, the glob …

The U.S. wouldn’t have the military might it does today without diesel fuel, which packs more power into every molecule than gasoline to move thousands of pounds of tactical equipment with precision and force. Most tanks, armored cars, cougars, humvees and reconnaissance vehicles rel …