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The Dodge Charger Was Supposed to Be Turbine Powered but It Would Have Cost Way Too Much

The product planner behind the Dodge Turbine Cars wanted the 1966 Charger to be turbine powered, but the price was astronomical.

Tips From an Auto Repair Shop to Increase Fuel Efficiency!

With the price of fuel escalating every day, on the rise, most drivers appreciate tips from their auto repair shop on how to increase the fuel efficiency of their vehicles. To help vehicle owners save money at the pump as well as save the environment, the tips below will increase fuel economy, as we...

Back to Basics: Diesel vs. Gasoline Engines

How Do Diesel Engines Work?

The basic difference between a diesel engine and a gasoline engine is that in a diesel engine, the fuel is sprayed into the combustion chambers through fuel injector nozzles just when the air in each chamber has been placed under such great pressure that it’s hot enough to ignite the fuel spontaneously.Following is a step-by-step view of what happens when you start up a diesel-powered…

Diesel Storage & Fuel Treatments Effects

Learn about the effects of long term diesel fuel storage and how to properly store and maintain diesel fuel with fuel additives and STABIL fuel stabilizer.

7 High-Tech Cars that will Save You Gas Money [PHOTOS]

With the price of gas topping $4 a gallon in many parts of the U.S., drivers are once again ditching their gas guzzlers in favor of fuel-efficient electrics and

Maintaining a Diesel Fuel System

Keeping your fuel system maintained will prevent premature parts failure and poor running conditions. Here are some important aspects of diesel fuel system...

20 Diesel Engine Tips

Follow these quick tips on maintaining your diesel engine from the giant Yanmar distributor Mack Boring.

"Wow" Facts on Contaminated Diesel Fuel. Be Prepared.

Here's what you should be thinking about when it comes to contaminated diesel fuel and how you can prevent it.

In race to 54.5 mpg, powertrains gain complexity — at a cost

As we get closer to the government's fleetwide 54.5-mpg fuel economy standard in 2025, engines and transmissions will become a whole lot more complex. You can take that to mean new cars are going to get a whole lot more expensive, too.

Opinion: 7 Ways to Keep Water Out of Diesel Fuel

Anyone who works with diesel fuel — stored or otherwise — knows that water comes with the territory.

Plastic Bags Can be Recycled Into Diesel Fuel

Researchers at the University of Illinois, or more precisely the Illinois Sustainable Technology Center, have discovered a process that can turn used plastic shopping bags into a compatible drop-in diesel fuel and a number of petroleum products. The recycling process also works to recover most of

A Diesel Fuel Made from Water and Air?

Our fuel card company shares the news that Audi and partner Sunfire have created a green diesel fuel from carbon dioxide and water.

What drives the price of diesel?

Ever wonder what is behind the fluctuating price of fuel? The price of fuel follows the same pricing model as many commodities: supply and demand.

This Is Why A Diesel Engine Can't Use A Carburetor

I know most of you know diesels don't have carbs, but do you know exactly WHY?

Are Fuel Additives Really Green?

It's estimated the fuel additive market will reach over $11 billion by 2024, with environmental concerns one of the top reasons. This begs the question: Are fuel additives actually eco-friendly?